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Articles by Selena Ricks

A sipper of fine spirits and specialty cocktails, Selena Ricks writes TheDizzyFizz.com and is a former nightlife editor. She also happens to be friends with some of NYC’s finest mixologists.

Winter is for Whisky: Seven Scotch Bars in NYC
March 1, 2010 – 12:59 am | One Comment
Winter is for Whisky: Seven Scotch Bars in NYC

If you think winter in NYC is especially trying this year, take a cue from the hardy types in Scotland–get through long, dark winters like they do in the bonny country by sipping some warming Scotch whisky. Wondering where to get a dram in NYC from Scotland’s distilling regions (Islay, Highland, Speyside, Campbelltown, and Lowland)?

Six Spots for Free Bar Bites in NYC
February 19, 2010 – 5:13 pm | No Comment
Six Spots for Free Bar Bites in NYC

In NYC, saving money doesn’t have to mean cutting back on eating and drinking. Here are some of the best spots to grab a free bite when you order a drink at the bar.

Top Five Hot Chocolate Shops in NYC
February 12, 2010 – 12:23 am | No Comment
Top Five Hot Chocolate Shops in NYC

Looking for the best hot cocoa in NYC? Here’s a list of chocolatiers ready to warm you up from the cold with a steaming cup of cocoa.

The Art of Drinking: Five Bars Near NYC Museums
February 4, 2010 – 12:01 pm | No Comment
The Art of Drinking: Five Bars Near NYC Museums

Unwind with an artful cocktail at these bars near some of NYC’s best museums.

Top Seven Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in NYC
January 27, 2010 – 12:03 pm | 2 Comments
Top Seven Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in NYC

Meatless and dairy-free dining in NYC doesn’t have to mean bland tofu and brown rice. Vegans, vegetarians, and health-conscious eaters have plenty of dining options in Gotham that will even make carnivores drool. Here’s a …

Where to Drink and Burn Calories at the Same Time
January 19, 2010 – 5:45 pm | No Comment
Where to Drink and Burn Calories at the Same Time

January–’tis the season for new gym memberships, diet crazes, and failed promises. If detox isn’t a word that fits in your vocabulary, or you’re looking to burn some extra calories without sacrificing your social habits, …

New Restaurants for NYC Restaurant Week
January 15, 2010 – 4:25 pm | One Comment
New Restaurants for NYC Restaurant Week

The reservation line is open for NYC Restaurant Week Winter 2010–get a fine dining experience for a fraction of the price.

Where to Shop for Your Home Bar in NYC
January 12, 2010 – 11:42 pm | No Comment
Where to Shop for Your Home Bar in NYC

Head to these NYC purveyors to find the tools you’ll need to stock your home bar and impress your thirsty friends.

5 of NYC’s Best Boozy Brunches
January 6, 2010 – 4:21 pm | No Comment
5 of NYC’s Best Boozy Brunches

One upside to the downturn in the economy is that more NYC restaurants are offering all-you-can-drink brunches.

Fun, Free Dates for Winter in NYC
January 1, 2010 – 11:14 pm | One Comment
Fun, Free Dates for Winter in NYC

You and your sweetie can have a fun date in the Big Apple without spending a dime.