Famously known for its connection to art
the SoHo neighborhood in Lower Manhattan offers tons of boutiques, galleries, and restaurants to explore. South of Houston Street, the top-of-the-line shopping district, is one of the wealthiest locations in the big apple. Old school cast-iron architecture and cobblestone (Belgian block) streets bring together the neighborhood’s elegant aesthetic. Fashionable crowds filled with tourists and locals generate a creative and youthful vibe that is easily detectable in SoHo.
One of the jumping restaurants in town that opened this past year is called Vestry. If you’re looking for mouthwatering food, delicious cocktails, a stunning wine list, and a cool vibe, here’s the spot.
Wine Director Irene Miller is responsible for its prestigious beverage program. She believes camaraderie and the conviviality of spirits are of utmost importance. Remaining loyal to these two concepts allows Vestry to not only maintain a lively following, but also consistently attract newcomers. Because who wouldn’t love a chic restaurant that’s welcoming and sociable?
With new creations like the New Romantic, classics including the Sake-tini, and wines suited for all palates, Miller created a beverage program that allows chef Shaun Hergatt’s menu to shine even brighter.
The drink list features two sections, “Classic,” which is self-explanatory, and “Ours,” where seasonal aspects come into play. In the fall, some drinks will be focused on classic flavors like butternut squash, cranberry, and maple. Though they’re bulkier flavors, balance and elegance is preserved.
A user friendly and approachable wine list encourages guests to explore the carefully curated selections made as a complement to Vestry’s light seafood and vegetable focused menu. The style is Old-World, with a clear reflection of the terroir and culture it was produced in.
Curious about how she educates her own, Chilled asked Miller what things bartenders should consider when suggesting wines. Miller replied “The most important thing that bartenders need to do when suggesting wine to a guest is to listen to them to find out what they are looking for. It’s not about what we want to drink, but what the guest wants to drink. I think that sometimes we forget that.”
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Source: Mixology News
