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Back in the day, the classic martini was made from two ounces of gin and a splash of dry vermouth. Although martinis were traditionally made with gin, current variations are typically made with vodka and along with a variety of other liquors.

Want to know more about the best and worst of martinis in the triangle along with a few suggestions for appetizers and desserts? Then this is the place for you.

Dayton is a hidden gem in the Midwest that offers a surprisingly eclectic mix of night spots.

The steakhouse restaurants of Orlando offer substantial high protein meals in sophisticated atmospheres. Think large steaks, martinis and the strains of Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra crooning in the background. Following are the best steakhouses in Orlando.

Why settle for champagne this Valentine's Day? Skip the usual bubbly and mix up something a little more creative instead. . From chocolate and cherry martinis to flower-infused tequila, here are seven alternatives to champagne for your romantic celebration.

From jeweled concoctions to rare liquors, enjoying an elegant cocktail is serious business. When you're on an international expedition to find only the best, here's where you'll find some of the world's most expensive drinks.

Some of Godard's paintings have scenes with cards stirring drinks, to olives gambling and playing pool, to worms drinking tequila. So no matter if you enjoy gambling, poker, or martinis, you will enjoy the creativity of his paintings

Haiku for Martini Friday

Take a walk on the mysterious side and search out this premier martini bar and cigar club. Off the beaten path of downtown Co. Springs, it is a worth the trip for the fabulous martinis and jazzy sophisticated atmosphere

Martinis appear to be a very popular drink, especially in the movies and soap operas on television. Have you ever wondered how to make one of these drinks? If so, let me attempt to walk you through the process.

Before you settle in for the night, consider these other, unique places with relaxing atmospheres, perfect for socializing with your friends while you "chill" from the long day.

Wichita offers a number of coffee houses that cater to a variety of needs and clientel.

A detailed account of three top Italian dining destinations in Madison, Wisconsin. Includes background, contact, and menu information.

Cimarron College of Bartending in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma offers training for would-be bartenders.

Atlanta offers a variety of traditional Indian restaurants as well as new concept Indian restaurants that are on the cutting edge of cuisine and entertainment.

Details about five popular lounges in Atlantic City

With thousands of restaurants in the metroplex, Dallas offers the premier nightlife entertainment. But, for the best drink specials, free food, free parking and free massages, try these evening locales.

If you live in the Seacoast you know that the nightlife can be dreary and repetitive after a while. Boston's available, but its an hour away and can be really pricey. You could go to Portland but its even further away and driving to and from t

A traveler's guide for popular live music, clubs, and entertainment venues in Beaumont, Texas

An article about bars, clubs and other activities for night owls in Peoria, Illinois.

Wine selection is the single most important aspect that can make your dinner experience unique from the tables beside you. If you are prepared to spend between $50 and $100, I can help you find a remarkable bottle of wine.

Review and Features of the Four Season, Lowes, and Wyndham Hotels, Philadelphia, PA.

Looking to meet new people, or go out and celebrate on a random Tuesday? Find out where the hot spots are - trendy clubs, hoppin' dance floors and awesome drink specials in Norfolk and Virginia Beach.

Dating, dating, and more dating. It seems like it never ends for singletons in New York. Where you go can make or break the experience. Here are some great places to go for a first date.

First impressions go a long way, and this isn't more evident than on a first date. The way you present yourself, your conversation, and your demeanor can all lead to a good or bad date.

The Martini has been called "the only American invention as perfect as a sonnet" and "the elixir of quietude." It's not really sure how or when the Martini originated....

What constitutes a romantic restaurant in Milwaukee will depend on your preferred scene. Romance should spark anywhere with the right person, but if you want to help it along by choosing a conventionally romantic restaurant, here are six options.

There are hundred of great restaurants to take a date to for a romantic evening of good food and fine wine. The past and present come together in this historic city. The ambience, sounds, and sights of the city spill into the restaurants scene.

With so much offered, how do you choose? Fine dining, wining, and events guaranteed to have your Valentine falling in love again...or for the first time.

Adult libation for the joyous, yet discerning, pallett

Although the nightlife in Burlington doesn't approach that of the real city's of the North East, it does have variety and several very appealing options depending on what you are looking for.

Credit card debt creates stress, hardships, and cheats you out of experiences. And most Americans have it.

Seattle is a modern city with a rich history. Why not enjoy your stay in a hotel that carries that same spirit of the city? Here are three options.

In this bustling, endless rush hour that's estimated to house five million people by the year 2020, it's hard for some to understand why so many people jump online to find a date.

Dallas has three great places for indie film lovers to congregate and enjoy independent films and these places, like the movies themselves, are a little off-center . . . a little out of the mainstream.

Partygoers in Houston have the advantage of enjoying happy hour in at least one of the top ten establishments every day of the week.

An interview with Robby Takac of the Goo Goo Dolls.

Here are a few tips for amateurs to both cut booze budgets and look like pros. Whether you're throwing an inaugural fete for your new home, a holiday shindig, or just stocking up for impromptu parties, follow a few simple rules.

In home design, thoughtful lighting acts as jewelry for the room. Formal elements add dimension to function-focused rooms. General lighting and task lighting is always necessary, but current trends are focused on pieces that are more art than appliance.

Chicago has one of the largest gay populations in the country with a wide variety of gay bars, clubs and restaurants. Looking for the best gay bars? Well, we did our "best" to choose five places that will appeal to a variety of different tastes & styles.

Start out your total bowling experience by visiting the International Bowling Museum located in downtown St. Louis right next to Busch Stadium, home of the Cardinals baseball team....

If the Navy is looking for splashy recruiting tools, it could do worse than Stealth, a zillion-dollar action movie stuffed with futuristic jet fighters, glamorous carrier pilots and an overload of explosive, mostly digital daring-do.

Learn how to eat right and get fit regardless of how much you travel.

Columbus, Ohio loves its Italian food; rich pastas, creamy Alfredo sauces, and wood-fired pizzas can be found in just about every section of the city.

This non-fiction story is about a trip I took home to the Flathead Valley. It discusses the changes that have occured in the last five or six years as people begin to trade wide open spaces for shopping malls and fancy cars.

In a recent Q&A with UCLA Screenwriting professor and author Hal Ackerman, I asked what it takes to increase the odds of making it in the difficult industry of screenwriting. Here's what he told me.

Los Angeles may have its share of smog and traffic but Santa Monica, which is a mere twenty minutes from LAX, is a sun-drenched haven where ample sidewalks are the only place that you'll find a little pedestrian traffic.

Whether your idea of perfect is a rustic mill or a modern art gallery, Phoenix has the perfect location to create your memories of a lifetime.

Throwing a "Stock the Bar" Wedding Shower including theme and gift suggestions.

Despite the state's more than decade long economic slump, compounded by the tragic events of 9/11 and the war in Iraq, day spas in Hawaii have managed to not only survive - but to also thrive.