The Cocktails of the Waldorf-Astoria

Right Foot Tours

Join us for a seated cocktail talk exploring  both the general and cocktail history of the Waldorf-Astoria.

Quick Eternity

Join us for a cocktail-themed talk with hosts James Hoffman and <a href="https://www.ganyc.org/amy-cook" title="https://www.ganyc.org/amy-cook" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Amy Cook</a> as they explore the history and famed cocktails of one of New York's most legendary hotels: the Waldorf-Astoria.This event takes place at Quick Eternity, where you'll settle in for an evening of stories, history, and drink.We'll discuss the rise of the original Waldorf-Astoria on Fifth Avenue including the feuding Astor cousins who built it, the personalities who ran and frequented it, and parties held there by Gilded Age New York high society. We'll also discuss the second Waldorf-Astoria which recently reopened after an eight year restoration.As you sip your cocktails, your presenters will share the stories, scandals, and characters behind the legendary Waldorf-Astoria.Talk Highlights:• The Feuding Astors: The family feud that would lead to creation of the Waldorf-Astoria out of two (orignally separate) hotels.• Peacock Alley: The famed 300-foot marble corridor connecting the two hotels.• George Boldt: The hotel's founding proprietor, who turned early mockery (“Boldt's Folly”) into the triumph of Gilded Age hospitality.• Oscar Tschirky: The legendary maître d'hôtel known as “Oscar of the Waldorf,”• The Bradley-Martin Ball: A single 1897 costume ball that cost the equivalent of millions today and sparked public outrage.Cocktails: While you can choose any single serving cocktail option on the regular menu we will also have a special menu of Waldorf-Astoria themed options such as The Bronx, Rob Roy, Clover Club and many more.Details:<ul><li>There is a two drink minimum for this event with automatic 20% gratuity. Non-alcoholic cocktails will be available for purchase as well.</li><li>Duration: 90 mins</li><li>Event Location: Quick Eternity</li><li>Age Restriction: Participants must be 21 or older</li><li>This event is on the upper level which is accessible by stairs only</li></ul>

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