Monday 8 February 2010

Speaking of SpeakEasys...


Last summer I visited a great friend from back when I lived in Blegium who now lives in New York. She is full of resources in New York and absolutely loves making me discover all her great hang outs. One I loved in particular was "The Back Room", a speakeasy where the giant fireplace and mirrored bar are leftovers from former occupants giving an authentic vintage feel. And to add perfectly to the antique mood the club is accessorized with period-perfect chandeliers, velvet paisley wallpaper, tin ceilings, a candlestick phone, and sundry Victoriana. To top it off the booze was served in teacups, a throwback to clandestine drinking during Prohibition era.

Enchanting!