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I worked in a Chili’s in high school,” says Sarah Morrissey, the barmanager of the recently reopened Le Veau d’Or on New York Upper East Side. “I Even if the Patrón tequila was indiscernible in the drink, the three-for-one value proposition (only $13.49) more than compensated. Olive Garden is for Martinis,” says Tulloch.
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Set Up Your Home Bar for Maximum Functionality Setting up a home bar for maximum functionality involves strategic planning and organization. From designating a mixing area for gin and tonic preparation to keeping silver bar tools within reach, each aspect contributes to efficient cocktail making.
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