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Calgary and Edmonton in Alberta, Canada and Prague, Czechia Awarded the Expanded Best-on Best Follow-up to the Electrifying 4 Nations Face-Off; Competition Set for February 2028

The new home of entertainment in Calgary, Scotia Place, and state-of-the-art Rogers Place in Edmonton, both in Alberta, Canada, along with the world-class O2 Arena in Prague, Czechia will host the next edition of best-on-best competition in the World Cup of Hockey 2028. This marks another key milestone in the National Hockey League (NHL) and National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) plan for expanded, eight-nation premier international best-on-best hockey. The tournament will be held in February 2028.

Calgary and Edmonton will jointly serve as hosts representing the Province of Alberta. Calgary and Prague will each host seven games – six round-robin and one elimination game in each market - while two semifinal games and the championship game will be held in Edmonton. The tournament will feature 17 games, along with extensive ancillary programming including unique fan events and media days.

“There is no international competition in sports that matches the passion, skill, and excitement of hockey’s best-on-best coming together to represent their countries -- last year’s 4 Nations Face-Off and the recent Winter Olympics were just the latest examples,” NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said. “We at the National Hockey League and our partners at the National Hockey League Players’ Association can’t wait to bring the World Cup of Hockey 2028 to three spectacular venues in three cities that shine when staging big events. We know Calgary, Edmonton and Prague will serve as fantastic hosts for hockey fans from all over the globe, and that the greatest hockey players in the world will compete on a level that will make this event truly memorable.”

“Coming off the amazing international hockey played at the recent Olympic Winter games, NHL players are very excited to return to international hockey at the World Cup of Hockey 2028,” said Marty Walsh, NHLPA Executive Director. “Calgary, Edmonton and Prague are cities with very deep roots in hockey, and the games will be played in three hockey venues that will be amongst the best in the world. The players cannot wait to don their home country’s sweaters in Alberta and Prague in February 2028.”

“Hosting the World Cup of Hockey at Scotia Place is an exciting moment for Calgary and for hockey fans across Alberta,” said Robert Hayes, President and CEO, Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation. “As the future home of entertainment in our city, Scotia Place will provide an incredible stage to welcome the world and showcase Calgary’s passion for hockey. We look forward to hosting this best-on-best tournament with Edmonton and are incredibly grateful to the NHL, NHLPA and our partners for the opportunity to bring one of the game’s premier international events to our province.”

“We are thrilled that Edmonton has been selected as a co-host of the World Cup of Hockey 2028 along with our partners in Calgary,” said Stu Ballantyne, President & COO, OEG Sports & Entertainment. “As seen recently with the 4 Nations Face-Off and Winter Olympic Games, there is nothing like best-on-best hockey, and there is no better place than Alberta, the heartland of hockey, to host the world for one of hockey’s biggest events. We would like to thank the NHL and NHLPA for selecting Alberta, and all the other partners who came together to secure this major international event for our province. Fans, get ready for something special.”

“The return of the World Cup is an extraordinary event for the entire international hockey community. We greatly appreciate the trust shown by the NHL and NHLPA in deciding that the tournament will be played in the Czech Republic for the first time,” said Tomáš Petera, owner of Perinvest Group, which will organize the event in the Czech Republic. “I see this tournament as an opportunity to confirm our position as one of Europe’s key hubs for hosting major sporting events. We expect strong international interest, high attendance and a significant economic impact on the Czech Republic.”

The expression of interest phase for the host cities and venues began in June 2025. The NHL and NHLPA launched a formal RFP (request for proposal) phase for the 28 cities across North America and Europe in the running to host the tournament. The RFP process was supported by Playfly Sports, a leading sports marketing and media company with deep experience in major international events.

The state-of-the-art arena, currently under construction, will be home to the NHL’s Calgary Flames, WHL’s Calgary Hitmen and AHL’s Calgary Wranglers starting with the 2027-28 season. The venue will be in the heart of Calgary’s Culture + Entertainment District downtown. Calgary is Canada’s fastest growing large city with a track record for welcoming the world. More than a million people visit the world-famous Calgary Stampede each summer to experience hospitality like no other. Named the friendliest city in the world in 2023, Calgary is the winter sport capital of Canada hosting multiple world cups each year as an enduring legacy of the 1988 Winter Olympics.

Known as Canada’s festival city and ranked Canada’s #1 sports city by Burson’s 2025 Global Sports Cities report, Edmonton’s proven track record for hosting large-scale events includes the Stanley Cup Final, the first-ever Heritage Classic outdoor game in 2003, the 2023 NHL Heritage Classic, the IHF World Juniors, the FIFA Women’s World Cup, the JUNOs, and more.

Prague, the capital of Czechia, has hosted three IIHF Ice Hockey World Championships (2004, 2015, 2024), numerous tennis championships and world-renowned marathons, cultural festivals and global conferences. Prague sits alone as the city that has hosted the second-most NHL regular season games outside North America, with all nine contests held at O2 Arena. The venue is one of the most modern multipurpose arenas in Europe.

The World Cup of Hockey 2028 is part of a regular schedule of international ice hockey competition involving NHL Players, which began with the overwhelming success of the 4 Nations Face-Off, continued with participation in the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games and is expected to be followed up with the French Alps 2030 Olympic Winter Games.

This edition of the tournament marks the fourth World Cup of Hockey in history, following successful events in 1996, 2004, and 2016. For more information, visit NHL.com/wcoh. Additional details, including ticket information and broadcast schedule, will be announced in the coming months.

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#FashionAlert @Macys Macy’s Launches “Celebrations Start at Macy’s,” a Year-Long Immersive Platform Bringing Life’s Moments to the Center of Culture Our Coverage Sponsored by Hallak Cleaners the Couture Cleaner @hallakcleaners @hallakcouturecleaner

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Macy’s unveils “Celebrations Start at Macy’s,” a year-long platform designed to put Macy’s at the center of customers’ important moments. From everyday celebrations to once-in-a-lifetime milestones, Macy’s inspires customers at every step of their journey. “Celebrations Start at Macy’s” will come to life throughout the year for customers through immersive experiences and national celebrations including prom, Mother's Day, Father’s Day, the 50th Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks®, fall fashion, 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® and more.

Rooted in Macy’s enduring legacy and energized by anniversaries of its most iconic events, “Celebrations Start at Macy’s” will create dynamic storytelling, engaging in-store events and brand-led experiences nationwide. Throughout the year Macy’s will deliver new ways and reasons to connect and celebrate both in-store and online.

“Macy’s has always been at the center of big and small moments and where people come together to celebrate life’s milestones” said Sharon Otterman, chief marketing officer, Macy’s. “With ‘Celebrations Start at Macy’s,’ we’re turning retail into experience, bringing emotion, anticipation and joy into every occasion. From everyday celebrations to our most iconic traditions, Macy’s creates reasons to connect.”

A Year of Celebration Ahead

Prom marks the beginning of “Celebrations Start at Macy’s,” which will unfold throughout 2026 at celebrations including, Mother's Day, Father’s Day and fall fashion, culminating in anniversaries for Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks and Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Additional consumer touchpoints throughout the year include:Celebration Saturdays: Engaging in-store events will be at the center of the year’s festivities, marking both big and small celebrations with energized shopping experiences.

Surprise and Delight: Starting in May and marking 50 days from its 50th Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks celebration, Macy’s will offer customers surprise and delight moments throughout stores and online channels, as well as an opportunity to attend the 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade live in New York City.

Cue the Confetti!: Bringing the energy of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade to important cultural events and stores nationwide, customers will have an opportunity to be a part of the 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade celebrations by customizing confetti that will be used in the milestone.

“Celebrations Start at Macy’s” will come to life through various platforms, including a dedicated television spot that captures the emotions that happen before every celebration - the anticipation, energy, excitement and the sense of possibility that makes each occasion meaningful.

Additional details on “Celebrations Start at Macy’s” will be announced in the coming weeks and months.

Prom at Macy’s

Prom season will set the tone for “Celebrations Start at Macy’s,” kicking off with a campaign featuring actress Priah Ferguson alongside creators PresLee Faith and Jackson Harvey, celebrating individuality, self-expression and the excitement of planning to prom night. Throughout the season, Macy’s will offer curated fashion edits, immersive in-store experiences, opportunities to engage with their communities through nonprofit partnerships and talent-led inspiration that empowers promgoers to feel confident, seen and celebrated.

2026 Prom Trends

This year’s prom trends celebrate romance and high-impact glamour, with florals, soft pastels, sequins and embellishments, corset detailing and cascading ruffles leading the way. Prom dress styles range from sweeping ballgowns in delicate hues to sleek silhouettes in satins, bold colors and high-shine sparkle. Long prom dresses take the spotlight, including dramatic ballgowns, sculpted mermaids, bodycon styles and more designed to make a lasting impression.

"Prom was one of those unforgettable and defining moments. It’s a beautiful bridge between who I was and who I was becoming," says Priah Ferguson. "Macy's played such a meaningful role in my journey, and now I get to see that same magic through my younger sister. I’m proud to partner with the iconic retailer, curating a collection designed to make you feel ethereal, celebrated, and seen – a night where everyone deserves to feel like a star!"

Priah Ferguson’s Curated Storefront

“We’ve had so much fun curating looks that complement each other alongside Macy’s,” said PresLee and Jackson. “Prom is all about expressing yourself, and we’re excited to share our favorite selections with our followers to get them ready for the big night.”

Preslee and Jackson’s Curated Storefront

Celebration Saturdays: Nationwide Prom Events

The celebration begins Saturday, March 7, with a marquee in‑store event at Macy’s Herald Square where customers can meet Priah Ferguson, PresLee Faith and Jackson Harvey, explore curated prom edits, and personalize their looks.

Additionally, across 200 Macy’s stores nationwide, customers will experience prom through Macy’s Celebration Saturdays, featuring personal styling, live beauty demos, DJs, customization bars, gift bags and surprise-and-delight moments designed to build excitement leading up to the big night.

Giving Back Through Prom

Between March 1 and April 30, Macy’s will activate a roundup and online donation campaign benefiting the Macy’s Prom Fund, a donor‑advised fund of the Social Impact Fund. The initiative helps more students look and feel their best on prom night, supporting organizations including Child Mind Institute, Becca’s Closet, Operation Prom and Altadena Girls.

About Macy’s

Macy’s, the largest retail brand of Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE: M), serves as the style source for generations of customers. With one of the nation’s largest e-commerce platforms powered by macys.com and mobile app, paired with a nationwide network of stores, Macy’s delivers the most convenient and seamless shopping experience, offering great values in apparel, home, beauty, accessories and more. Macy’s gives customers even more ways to shop through an off-price assortment at Macy’s Backstage and at our highly curated Macy’s small format stores. Each year, Macy’s provides millions with unforgettable experiences through Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks® and Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® and helps our customers celebrate special moments, big and small. We’re guided by our social commitment—to create a brighter future for all that empowers voice, choice and ownership for our colleagues, customers, communities and leaders of tomorrow.

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#InauguralReview #UndergroundPizza Since 1982 by #BenedettoDavi 3 Hanover Square #Downtown #Manhattan

It's not who you know, it's WHOM YOU KNOW and we are always thrilled to discover a pizza place new to us, namely, Underground Pizza by Founder, Executive Chef and Owner, Benedetto Davi.  The name alone is a winner as it is reminiscent of one of the best people whom we ever met, Tony.  Originally from Palermo, Sicily, Ben arrived in New York at age 9 in 1971 and he grew up in Manhattan's Little Italy!  The country Italy's loss is your stomach's gain.  Though it is no longer literally underground, Underground Pizza once was which is how it got its name and today it is located at 3 Hanover Square in Downtown Manhattan.  This is our first visit ever here.  Downtown Manhattan navigation can get tricky: it's the original spot of the whole city as you probably know, way before the grid.  However, we have every confidence you know where Delmonico's is as Peachy has constantly raved about it, so if you stand in front of Delmonico's and turn around with your back to 56 Beaver Street, in front of you you will see this pizza.  Obviously, if your nose is working you will also smell the sensational scent.

The first edible we encountered was the traditional building block: the plain cheese 18 inch large.   It was cheesy perfection and crisp and piping hot.  The truth is it looked so fantastic you know the Pizza Eater in Chief could not wait and she nearly burnt her mouth in enthusiasm.  Wait for it to cool a little.  Crisp, fresh, piping hot and just what we were looking for, it set the bar high for the rest of what we considered.

Note that absolutely everything here is made to order, and is therefore super fresh.

We also like the cheerful doggie mascot and if you like dogs too, it adds extra fun.

The Caesar Salad was a classic with Parmigiano Reggiano and Pecorino Romano too, and we chose to add grilled chicken.  Note everything was well-cut in this example and for everything we ordered, it was well-cut.  This is a details aspect that not all pizza places execute.  We like nuances like this.  This was dressed, as ordered.

We have a lot of experience eating Greek Salads, so we like to see how other people do them.  Romaine, feta cheese, olives, tomato and red onions in perfect proportion were the ultimate in fresh in the dead of winter, a feat few pizza places achieve further attesting to the initial excellence we encountered.  And believe it or not, Ms. Uberpicky I do not like practically anyone's salad dressing said she liked this one, which is bespoke and made in a proprietary Balsamic method by Benedetto himself.  Not all pizza places have Calzones and when they do there are only a couple of choices.  The Calzone itinerary here is impressive and we tried for probably the first time- the first time Peachy remembers anyway at the moment: a Meatball Calzone.  The Meatballs are all-beef and delicious and enveloped inside along with the cheese.  The fabulous Marinara is the party on the side and it gives you the opportunity to play with your food and dunk it with your pinkie out of course.  Every tomato sauce item on this menu is crafted with Nina San Marzano tomatoes, adding to the quality.

Shrimp Parmesean is not found everywhere but when we discover it done as well as it was done at Underground Pizza, it is a special highlight.  You may look at the picture and say: Peachy, that looks like Chicken Parm.  Well, we ate it and can verify that it is indeed Shrimp.  Plus, if you have ever met her, you know Peachy's intimidating height brings you an understanding of her natural kinship with shrimp.  So naturally, you know she had to try the Chicken Parm and it arrived in all its shining glory as an entree.  Avid readers know of our high affection for Chicken Parm done well everywhere (some of the best Peachy's Picks here) and our first encounter with Chicken Parm by Benedetto Davi was a positive one.  It was perfectly pounded, luxuriating in sauce and further highlighted by lovely Penne served al dente.  They use Barilla pasta.

The pasta section alone could be its own restaurant with around 18 choices.

Penne with Spinach, Chicken, Garlic and evoo is a modern classic to behold and again, every item was in bite-size pieces evidencing the attention to detail we found this trip.  The flavor was even better and as springtime comes, this is on the lighter side for a sunny day.

The pizza choices are even more infinite and the only limit is your imagination.

Peachy favors vegetables on pizza all year but especially during Lenten Fridays, and Underground Pizza presented us with exactly what we ordered: spinach, mushrooms, garlic, onions and tomatoes bruschetta-style in perfect tandem waltzing on the fresh, crisp crust that you have to have.

Not all pizza is created equally.

Some is just better!

And we never edit pictures: this is the truth of all we tried and think you ought to try too.

Finally, the simplicity of the Chicken Roll hits the spot as it is surrounded by pillowy dough baked just right ready to cannonball into the spectacularly pleasing marinara.

Underground Pizza really impressed us on our first visit, and we look forward to seeing what they do next.

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"Work until your bank account looks like a phone number."

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TTR Sotheby's International Realty Announces New Flagship Brokerage Office in Washington, D.C.

TTR Sotheby's International Realty proudly announces the opening of its newest brokerage office in Washington, D.C., marking a significant milestone in the firm's continued growth throughout the Washington Metropolitan Area.

Located at 1400 16th Street NW, the new brokerage office expands the firm's footprint in the Nation's Capital and strengthens its ability to serve buyers and sellers across Washington, D.C.'s most sought-after neighborhoods.

We remain bullish on the Washington D.C. economy and real estate market long-term, and this investment reflects that.

The new location will be home to more than 75 experienced real estate advisors and staff, offering a full range of residential brokerage services, including luxury home sales, new development sales, relocation services, investment advisory, and more.

"We are excited to open a new flagship office in Washington, D.C. to better serve our advisors and clients," says David DeSantis, CEO of TTR Sotheby's International Realty.

"We remain bullish on the Washington D.C. economy and real estate market long-term, and this investment reflects that."

As the Washington Metropolitan Area's premier luxury residential real estate firm, with nearly $6 Billion in closed sales in 2025, TTR Sotheby's International Realty's new Washington, D.C. brokerage office reflects strong market demand and continued momentum for the firm, which has consistently ranked among the nation's top real estate brokerages.

The firm plans to host a grand opening event this Spring, bringing together community leaders, clients, and industry partners to celebrate this important addition to the Washington, D.C. real estate landscape.

About TTR Sotheby's International Realty

TTR Sotheby's International Realty is one of the nation's leading luxury real estate firms. With 13 brokerage offices and over 550 real estate advisors throughout the Washington Metropolitan Area, our commitment to professional service, flawless integrity, and community leadership resulted in nearly $6 billion in closed sales in 2025 and a longstanding role as a leader in corporate philanthropy across the region. To learn more, visit sothebysrealty.com/ttrsir.

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#InauguralReview #HimalayaOrganicVeganRestaurant Since February 14, 2026 by #ChuBu #1425YorkAvenue #UpperEastSide

The newest place in town might also be the most unique: Himalaya Organic Vegan Restaurant!  The name is a mouthful, and so are the details of how it works.

Let us preface this by saying this is not how any other place we have ever seen works.

The menu changes every day, and the lunch menu is separate from the dinner menu.

Everything is Vegan.

Everything is Organic.

And it is authentically Himalayan as Chu Bu himself was born in Tibet and came to New York in 2007.  Up until now, he has worked for others and this is his first venture into entrepreneurship.

Lunch is 11am to 4pm.

Dinner is 4pm to 9pm.

So, for the food, we did not pick out anything.

We are showing you what was being served when we visited.

There is one simple meal at each lunch or dinner and Chu Bu, the founder and owner, decides on what it is and you will be able to see it on the website as it happens. (Not in advance.)

There will be six items for the meal.

Above, please meet black eyed peas, and we understand proprietary spices, red and green cabbage are incorporated into this.  It's truly authentic and everything is made from scratch.

Next, meet a mixture of collard greens and kale!

On it, you will discover a completely new flavor with the leek brown mushroom sauce.

This was the dinner food item we liked best.

It's the Green Split Pea soup, which also features green and yellow onion blended in as well as ginger.  It was one of the more fragrant items to us although as a group all was fresh and authentic.  It goes without saying with the healthy philosophy here, there is no liquor license.

They listened and put the dressing on the side, as is our preference, and this is spearmint lemon agave dressing.  This entire experience is like going on a fresh vacation because it is highly likely you have not had any of this cuisine before either.

Butternut squash with kabocha yam is quite fragrant and inviting, and is a starring character in our humble opinion.  The long grain brown rice, below, sings backup.  There is no one item that we had that we feel would not go well with the other items, but of course what you think is your personal preference.  We found the entire experience detoxifying and invigorating.

Even better than the food are the drinks. 

If we saw more impressive juice places, as a whole this group would be featured more.

Above is the berry green smoothie, which is thicker.

Believe it or not, there are berries in it.  The spinach in it seems color-dominant.  While you taste the berries in it, to us, this is not looking berry-like.

The Celery Ginger Carrot Juice, below, is another winner for both flavor and invigorating qualities.

Our favorite however was the Orange Ginger Lemon.  It was delicious and made Peachy feel like a superhero.

Desserts can be healthy!

It should come as a surprise to absolutely no one that Peachy liked the chocolate pie the best.  Chu says it is 100 percent chocolate and it boasts a pecan and almond crust.

We look forward to seeing what they do next!

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CELEBRATE ST. PATRICK'S DAY THE IRISH WAY at Langan's Since 1993 A Peachy's Pick Since 2012 by Desmond O'Brien (Up Tipperary) John Mahon (Up Longford) and Robert Mahon (Up Dublin) St. Patrick's Day March 17, 2026 Contemporary Irish Now At 114 West 47th Street Midtown Manhattan

Peachy Deegan and County Louth native General Manager Terri Rickwell of Langan's celebrate St. Patrick's Day 2026 a bit early to let you in on the best place in town for sophisticated Irish cuisine.

Click here to learn how to say HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY & CHEERS in Gaelic, the Irish language!

The Quintessential St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef Reuben:

The New York Strip Steak Frites is a carnivore's dream:

Irish Girls always rule but ESPECIALLY ON ST. PATRICK'S DAY!!!!!

It's not who you know, it's WHOM YOU KNOW and we were born to broadcast the excellence of Ireland!  We write about The Recording Academy Grammys and have for many years, but to us, we won the Grammy at birth with our Irish Grammy who taught Peachy how important it is to celebrate Irish pride on her first St. Patrick's Day.  A younger Grammy is to the right with a younger Aunt Ronnie with two of their friends at a New York bar in the 1940's and now you know our true inspiration.  Grammy and Aunt Ronnie read upstairs now and they are more famous online than they ever would have imagined in the 1940s.  Aunt Ronnie made her own Bailey's Irish Cream from scratch.

Langan's became a Peachy's Pick immediately in 2012, and on this visit waitress Sierra Romo greeted us graciously when we walked in and we were delighted to work with superstar General Manager Terri Rickwell (Up Louth!) for the entire review, as always.  Terri's genuine Irish hospitality is innate and not something that can be taught: she is like an exuberant, knowledgeable sunshine lighting up Langan's and she told us all about the current menu.  We started off with salad!  From every angle, The Cobb Salad announces that Langan's is in no way a typical Irish bar and restaurant.  Crafted with premium baby watercress, amazing shredded brussels sprouts, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, boiled egg, hass avocado, essential coveted smoked bacon, gorgonzola, pickled red onions and their signature grilled chicken to-die-for, this salad rules!  The well-cut ingredients are alongside house-made oregano red wine vinaigrette, on the side for the resident Ms. Pretty Picky who likes to apply it herself.

As we have preached prior, every competitive Manhattan place has absolutely got to have a commanding burger.  Langan's does, and we featured their signature loaded Langan's Burger in our Fall 2025 review.  It was amazing, but we wanted to meet the Classic Burger (80% lean, 20% fat) this time.

Of course in the world according to Peachy, all burgers must have cheese.

In the world according to Langan's, there are choices of mozzarella (Peachy picked that), swiss, cheddar and American.  The Classic Burger is straightforward and absolutely hits the spot!  It goes without saying that it was perfectly medium rare as we ordered it; it is served with lettuce, tomato, onions and house pickles.  A classic is always in style and this is like the little black IRISH dress of cheeseburgers, and no one knows more about the accompanying potatoes than the Irish.  Obviously.  Potatoes are the piece de resistance of every Irish meal.

We must note that painting your nails green and wearing green lipstick is rather Irish American of Peachy, and we do not see people doing that in Ireland.  But Peachy IS IRISH AMERICAN.

The Farro Salmon Salad puts many competitors to shame in its hearty goodness and generous size of salmon, and it is Roast Salmon.  If you prefer, you may substitute shrimp if your little heart desires.  Faro (not Mia) is the base and it is gorgeously accentuated by cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, watermelon radish, avocado, roast sweet peppers and cilantro.  Champagne vinegar dressing comes the the party, because when you aren't drinking champagne, you can eat it!

The interior boasts modern classic appeal.  So does the cocktail list!

Meet Rhu the day. Drumshanbo Gunpowder Gin, rhubarb liqueur, madagascar vanilla, and egg white are topped off with luxurious egg white custard foam, lending an elegant, tart and aromatic appeal for your palate this spring.  It's a dessert-leaning take on a traditional gin sour.

Bramble and Bloom, below, was Peachy's favorite cocktail and is her favorite cocktail anywhere in New York at the moment.  Muff Irish Vodka and fresh blackberries team up with lemon simple and mint for a rich depth of flavor on your palate evocative of Ribena but in a far more elevated manner.

The cocktails at Langan's are inventive without any of the trendy ridiculousness of lesser venues.

In every way on the menu Langan's has announced with their excellent quality that this is the advent of modern Irish classic cuisine in America.

Nothing says St. Patrick's Day like a Corned Beef Reuben!

Gruyere, sauerkraut, homemade Russian dressing and of course the beloved Corned Beef are a bastion of excellence encompassed by absolutely exquisite rye bread.  Each and every bite of this superior sandwich tell you Langan's is in it to win it and you and your appetite are beyond delighted that this restaurant has been resurrected.  If you are craving pasta, the Lobster Ravioli are an excellent choice!  Squid ink pasta and sauteed spinach dance an Irish jig in red pepper cream sauce.

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You excel like Langan's, or we do not publish.

The truth is your dinner does look this great if you know where to go!

The New York Strip Steak Frites is an entirely majestic 12 ounce center cut steak, sliced for you and properly labeled with the way you ordered it!  Medium rare in our case.  The compound butter chimichurri achieves just the right touch of flavor nuance without overwhelming the steak itself.  And house fries as we alluded to earlier simply do not get better than when they are on an Irish menu.  No one knows potatoes like the Irish know potatoes.  Every bite of this succulent steak was an edible victory and this celebratory entree will make your everyday extraordinary.  Life is short.  Eat the steak!

We love the cute little medium rare flag that confirms our ordering style!

Finally, we cannot get over the hot little number that calls itself Roasted Chicken Club Sandwich.  You have to order at least two (eat one at Langan's, bring one home) because you can count on dreaming about it and then it will be in your refrigerator so you can quite literally make your dreams come true!  Every element is pure perfection from the applewood smoked bacon to the intoxicatingly delicious herb aioli to the baby romaine and the beefsteak tomatoes and obviously, the chicken itself which deems most other chicken sandwiches inferior.  Multigrain bread is substantially amazing and house pickles sing backup.

We always like to include a fish, and Fish and Chips by those on the other side of the Atlantic are so much better than any American version.  You might have to live on the other side of the pond to really understand, however, you could just go to Langan's!  Beer-battered crispy codfish and tartar sauce are served with the aforementioned house fries.

A coffee cocktail and the Sticky Toffee Pudding seal the deal on a perfect St. Patrick's Day culinary celebration at the best Irish place in town, Langan's!

And we quote the Pogues in Fairytale of New York:

They've got cars big as bars, they've got rivers of gold

But the wind goes right through you, it's no place for the old

When you first took my hand on a cold ST. PATRICK'S EVE

You promised me Broadway was waiting for me

You were handsome, you were pretty, queen of New York City

When the band finished playing, they howled out for more

Sinatra was swinging, all the drunks, they were singing

We kissed on a corner, then danced through the night

The boys of the NYPD choir were singing "Galway Bay"

And the bells were ringing out for ST. PATRICK'S DAY!

Langan's continues to be Highly Recommended by Whom You Know and we are so glad it's back!

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