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I went to a little wine bar called Pudding Stones on the Upper East Side to celebrate a friend’s birthday. Never a big beer drinker (though I love the Beer Garden), I always find a nice wine bar an enjoyable evening outing.

A small spot, this wine bar has super chic atmosphere and a nice selection. The drink of the night was Mont Blanc, a tasty red that I had never tried before, but ordered on the recommendation of the birthday girl. Although the narrowness of the interior did make mingling slightly challenging, the vibe and music proved a good backdrop for conversation and all my friend’s guests getting to know each other. Generous quantities of delicious wine helped, too.