Bars
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A cocktail, garçon, and make it snappy
We love the cosy vibes of a country pub, but sometimes we need heels, sequins and the pizzazz of a bar where only a Porn Star martini will do. End of lockdown? World Cocktail Day? We'll celebrate it all.
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15 gorgeous garden terraces and rooftop bars
Put your glad-rags and heels on standby, we’ve collated the best garden terraces and rooftop bars in 'hood. Ibuprofen at the ready? Then we’ll begin!
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Crockers: fine dining without the fuss
Desperate to make an occasion of it? The Chef’s Table experience at this superb new Henley restaurant with rooms is just what you need. The Muddy verdict is in.
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Veeno: A Sicilian mini break in Berks
A trip to Italy is off the cards right now, but give your tastebuds a mini break and eat and drink your way around Sicily while staying put in Reading,
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Quarantini time! Heston’s Gold Rush
What kinda crazy person decided World Cocktail Day was on Wednesday? The midweek hangover is baaaad. We've rifled through Heston's cocktail bible, so perk yourself up with a Gold Rush.
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The boutique bar, it’s a thing
Sit, sip (or guzzle), Wokingham's new boutique bar Sit & Sip, with its industrial details and funky neon is our top spot for an impeccably-made G&T and some light grazing.
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The perfect Espresso Martini
Every hour is cocktail hour from now until 2020 and The Hind's Head is calling the shots with an Espresso Martini – just the way Heston likes it.
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A Berkshire gin crawl
Have paracetamol on standby and sample local gins within staggering distance – we may even sway over the borders *hic*. Ready for your first double?
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Bored of Pinot?
Love a cheeky vino but feel you're stuck in a rut? I hear you, sister. Jump off the Pinot, Sauvignon, Merlot bandwagon and pop that cork (or twist the cap) and uplevel wine o'clock.
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That’ll Roux nicely
It may have the name Roux over the door (and on the floor) but Roux at Skindles is not hunting for Michelin stars. This is gallic, comfort food at its best.