What to do this week? 9/29 Edition

"We know there's no use in getting miserable, so we go out on the town instead" - Lee Ryan

In case you wondering what to do this week either to let off steam from work, try a new restaurant, meet up with friends for happy hour or have a great date, here is a list of my recommendations for the week :-)

Farmers Market Fridays
Every Friday from now until November 22nd, Queens Botanical Garden will be hosting their Farmers market Fridays. Be prepared to get lost in the option of fresh, local and seasonal food. If you're constantly thinking of your next best recipe, this is probably a great place for some inspiration!

43-50 Main Street
Queens, NY 11355


Happy Hour - O'Nieals Soho
No I didn't misspell it, its O'Nieals! My co-worker brought me here one day for a much needed happy hour and I was hooked. The ambiance is super chill with a touch of fancy (just what I like) and once 10pm hits, the music will keep you out of your seat! Happy hour runs Mon - Fri from 4 - 7pm. $2 off draft beers and $5 house mixed cocktails, which were definitely potent! The food isn't too bad either, so be sure to grab a bite as well. 

174 Grand St
New York, NY 10013


Chelsea Brewing Company
Looking for something different to do on your Saturday afternoon? Head over to Manhattans largest microbrewery for a FREE tour of its site and witness the magical brewing process. You will also receive a few free samples (cause why else would a tour be worth it?) along with tickets for discounted pints to enjoy at their bar afterwards. Tours run every Saturday from 2pm and continue every hour through 6pm. 

Pier 59
Manhattan, NY


Date Day - Smorgasburg
Do you and your significant other share a similar love for food? Then spend your Saturday or Sunday in Brooklyn enjoying a multitude of food vendors all at your fingertips! The event takes place at 11am on Saturdays at East River park and Sundays at Brooklyn Bridge park. 

http://www.smorgasburg.com/


Maya Modern Mexican Kitchen & Tequileria
Looking for somewhere new to dine? Tired of the same brunch locations where you can only choose one entree? Then bring your self and a friend to Maya! For $39 you get unlimited Mexican small plates and unlimited margaritas, mimosas or bloody mary's for 2 hours. The food is delightful, the drinks are strong and the waiters are excellent at making sure you get your monies worth of free flowing drinks and food! I can only imagine how great their dinner is. Other highlights of Maya: $2 Taco Tuesdays and $6 Margarita Wednesdays 

Here's a little pic of what to expect when brunching at Maya:

Enjoy your week :-)

**Spotlight Friday's**

Monte's Pizzeria

Route 111

Smithtown, NY 11787

Photo Courtesy of Zero Gravity Eats Smithtown

I had to spotlight one of my favorite pizzerias today! I don't really even need to write a long drawn out post about it cause this place really speaks for itself! I work right next door to Monte's and not only is their pizza and almost everything else they serve, Ah-Mazing, but the guys who work there are by far some of the nicest people I've ever met! You are always greeted with a smile and they make you feel right at home.

They are also the guy's who made this beauty:

 as i noted from a previous post and also the guys who gave me a free lunch today =) You know that made my belly very happy!!

Stop by Monte's and experience it for yourself!

~Eat Up, Drink Up or Shut Up ~

OK I'm back with my weekly Wednesday Recipe!

This week it's real simple! I've been sooo stressed lately at work, I want to come home everyday and drink an entire bottle of anything with Alcohol by myself!! (of course I don't really, sheesh)

So I found this really simple, easy, hit the spot recipe that seems so soothing, and perfect for an after work simmer down!

Baileys Raspberry Kiss

I really do Love Love Love Baileys! I can drink it straight up on the rocks and it NEVER gets me sick! Everyone needs to find that drink, that they can sip on all day and never end up puking!! Baileys and Rum (of course, what kind of Puerto Rican would i be if it wasn't) are mine!

8 oz. Baileys Original Irish Cream (25 oz. per bottle)

1 oz. Godiva Chocolate Liqueur (25 oz. per bottle)  (Godiva Liqueur is soooo amazing!! I've used it a couple of times in a dessert recipe and have taken chocolate and whipped cream shots with it! Seriously, Off the hook!)
1 oz. black raspberry liqueur


Blend all ingredients in a blender with ice and wa-la! A delicious drink!! This recipe makes 4 servings! If you don't feel like blending, I would even pour all the ingredients and ice in a martini shaker and shake em real good and pour over ice!! Mmmmm yum!!


For more drink recipes and ideas check out this awesome website I found called  The Bar