Valentine Excursion: Goldbar

If you are looking for a sexy little spot to have a cocktail and a bite, head over to Goldbar early, where the newly owned space is now showcasing a fantastic cocktail assortment by Tim Cooper. Perhaps the Ginger Mint Aphrodisiac will create the proper mood (see recipe below) while sharing some of the small plates. I tried the Mulberry Street Chicken Parm (photo) which was served as a tiny trio of breaded chicken atop rolls with “grandma’s sauce” (the sauce is superb, and the chicken soft and easy to consume without getting messy). Also on the menu: ginger prawns, shishito peppers with sea salt and lime, and bacon wrapped dates with gorgonzola, pistachio, and pomegranate, and more. These small bites are designed to give you energy, but not weigh you down...so you can go all night! Goldbar opens at 6pm.

GINGER MINT APHRODISIAC
2 oz Finlandia Vodka infused with Horny Goat Weed
.5 oz ginger syrup
.75 oz simple syrup
1 oz lemon juice
club soda
small handful of mint
Garnish: mint sprig
Shake or stir and serve in a tall glass.