This is a special advertising section in New York’s 11/10/08 issue.
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AVRA
Move beyond your usual egg-and-pancake brunch to this welcoming Greek eatery. Ease into the weekend with an Ouzo Bloody Mary at their Champagne Brunch, then try the avgo horiatico, an open-face omelet with potatoes, caramelized onions and feta cheese.
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BEN BENSON’S STEAK HOUSE
The warm, American-themed décor of this first-rate Midtown steakhouse complements their renowned cuts of beef and emphasis on game, including buffalo, wild boar and venison. And the knowledgeable staff can help pair a wine with anything on the menu, be it elk or chicken pot pie.
benbensons.com
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BOWLMOR LANES
Roll a few at one of the oldest continuously running bowling alleys in the country to honor their 70th Anniversary. Check out the rooftop lounge, Pressure, housed beneath a 16,000-sq-ft bubble, and Lucid, a club-like room that boasts stunning architecture and expert lighting design.
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HAWAIIAN TROPIC ZONE
Give in to your cravings with Chef David Burke’s contemporary spin on Polynesian cuisine and traditional American menu favorites like tuna tartar with tropical salad and chili citrus sauce or the mini burger bombers. Just make sure to save room for his cheesecake lollipops.
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KELLARI TAVERNA
This elegant Greek restaurant is committed to providing the freshest seafood year-round. Whole fish are seasoned simply and grilled on charcoal to enhance the just-caught flavor. Pair it with a glass of the Kellari label wine, made from California grapes.
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PARIS COMMUNE
Cool weather has moved the party indoors. Why not host an elegant private bash at the Rouge Wine Bar? Tucked away in Paris Commune, this underground lounge evokes the romance of Paris and is a secret find for a fashionable fête with friends.
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PEACOCK ALLEY
Cocktail Master Frank Caiafa mixes seasonal libations, like the Southeast Sidecar, at this Waldorf=Astoria favorite. The thoughtful drink list, rare liqueurs and elegant room are a throwback to another time. Nibble on small plates as you watch people parade through the lobby.
peacockalleyrestaurant.com
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ST. ANDREWS RESTAURANT
It’s your turn to host Thanksgiving but your NYC apartment is a little too tight. Leave the work to the pros at this comfortable Scottish outpost, named for the birthplace of golf. Reserve a table for one of their generous (and well-priced) holiday spreads.
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