Flatiron Wines & Spirits

What makes a national holiday? May 22th, 2013 | by susannah See all Posts »

On the Fourth of July, we celebrate America’s break from her English roots, a moment epitomizing and enshrining our national identity of self-detemination. Thanksgiving commemorates our history as immigrants making their way in a new land. But with apologies to Mssrs. Franklin, Adams, Washington, and Jefferson, however, I posit Memorial Day as the quintessential American holiday. This is the day when we honor those who have truly given everything to the United States of America, so that it and we may continue in our way of life. Memorial Day is also when we mark the beginning of summer, with outdoor cooking, eating, and drinking: leisure as an assertion of independence. Whatever ... Read more »

Spring Fare, Part Deux May 12th, 2013 | by susannah See all Posts »

I recently moved to the city from North Carolina, which trounces the Big Apple in the trees and greenery department, but where spring is often a season measured in hours rather than weeks. There’s something to be said for a higher latitude (though I’m sure bemoan the same difference in December). Tomato season will surely also see the South rise again, but at the moment New York is winning the farmers’ market battle with its secret weapon of a long spring. At a recent gathering of fellow NYC wine peeps, I was lucky enough to be served the dish pictured here: blanched heirloom carrots, beets, and daikon radish, with edible flowers, homemade mint oil, and a dolloped mixture of ricotta ... Read more »

A World of Pinot Noir

Friday | May 24th, 2013

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Ah Pinot Noir...the notoriously fickle grape variety that, when nurtured correctly can produce some of the most scintillating wines on the planet. Most widely celebrated as the superstar of the Red Burgundy universe, this "classic" variety is actually grown all over the world, and we thought it might be fun to highlight the different effects of terroir in both the old and new worlds.

The Sud de France in NYC!

Saturday | May 25th, 2013

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Sud de France is an organization with a mission: To highlight the amazing epicurean culture of the Languedoc-Rousillon in Southern France. Their annual festival which officially runs from 6/3-6/23 in NYC will include restaurant events, concerts, tours and more. To jump-start the celebration, we're hosting a tasting on Saturday that is devoted exclusively to the oh-so-delightful wines of the region.

Sunday Spirits: World Sherry Day

Sunday | May 26th, 2013

3:00pm-5:00pm

From May 20th-May 26th, 24 countries around the world will be celebrating "World Sherry Day" with over 250 events. Why shouldn't we join the fun? If you're around this Memorial Day weekend, please stop in and celebrate with us!