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Danico Review: Why It’s My Favorite Cocktail Bar in Paris

October 29, 2019 by Sean Leave a Comment

Run Naked Through the Jungle at Danico Paris.

We recently went to a dozen of the best bars in Paris. Le Syndicat, Little Red Door, Candelaria – we went to them all. But my favorite drinks? Danico. Now, to fully understand my excitement leading up to this bar, it’s important to know a few good things. The Backstory that Led Me to Danico […]

Candelaria Paris: A Night at One of Paris’ Most Iconic Cocktail Bars

October 28, 2019 by Sean Leave a Comment

Candelaria Cocktails

After visiting Le Syndicat earlier in the evening, our plan was to grab some tacos at the front facing half of Candelaria, when our friend Matt suggested instead a place he’d been wanting to try ever since he moved here. Reluctantly, we agreed (as I’ve heard those tacos are wonderful), but it ended up being […]

The American Bar in London: A Ton of History, but Overrated?

October 25, 2019 by Sean Leave a Comment

Savoy Songbook - The Menu at American Bar in London

Ah, The American Bar. Of all the bars on this quest, this bar is not only one of the most historic, but also one of the most perplexing. The history is unparalleled. The American Bar in the Savoy Hotel has been a fixture in the cocktail world since the late 19th century. Bartender Harry Craddock […]

Best Bars in Singapore: The Best Drinks and Cocktail Bars in Singapore

September 24, 2019 by Sean Leave a Comment

28 Hong Kong St. Singapore

I’ve been to Singapore a handful of times, but it’s never been for more than 12 hours. Don’t ask me why, but apparently half the flights through Asia seemingly have a layover in Singapore, and you always get in at some super weird time that forces a very long layover. It’s given me three opportunities […]

Le Syndicat Paris Review: In Defense of French Spirits

May 14, 2019 by Sean Leave a Comment

Le Syndicat Paris Exterior

We were tired. We were jet lagged. But a day of travel wasn’t going to get in the way of our quest to visit the top 100 bars in the world. So after arriving in Paris, sneaking in a quick nap, and wandering around for a good 2 hours, the clock struck 6 o’clock, and […]

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At Slightly Pretentious we're on a quest to visit the top 100 bars in the world, and here we share stories from those travels while also helping you create killer cocktails at home.

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