Reading The Tea

It’s happened — Dustin’s 25. Many celebratory festivities are to follow this weekend, but last night we kept it low-key. A few of us went to High Chai for lots (and lots and lots) of infused vodka, infused vodka tea martinis and Russian food. Those of you who know my obsession with all edible things rose will be able to imagine how happy the rose and flowers infused vodka made me. The blood orange was the other favorite. Martini highlights: Black Monk, a thick black current vodka based drink, and the White Chocolate Truffle, soft and sweet. Oh yes, I did mention that they all include tea? The birthday boy got the Spiced Tea Rubbed Shirt Steak with Fries and Ginger Garlic Aioli — it was worth every penny of the $17.50. (My favorite of the entrees we tried.)The other entrees ranged from $13-15. Only food negative — not very vegetarian friendly menu. However, the waiter, John, was super friendly, not to mention ooh shit! smart (has his doctorate in math from Princeton, at 27…). Besides being smart he was also really nice, so we all hope that he’s our new friend. They brought out a candle in dessert, and we each picked our own key to sing “Happy Birthday” to Dustin.

New Yorkers: Do you need a place to spend the New Year?
All of your troubles are solved! Get thee to Galapagos to pull in the new year with music, dancing (on tables optional), and burlesque. At midnight champagne bottles descend from the ceiling, so bring your favorite tall friend along. Festivities start at 8, with a $25 cover, or dance in after 1 for $10. See you there!