Classic Cocktails, Burgers and Hidden Gems with Theron Day

Already known for its farm-to-table food program and Chef Michelle Vido’s seasonal and local menu, Sunnyside’s Venturo Osteria & Wine is also putting out an impressive cocktail selection, thanks to barman Theron Day.

With a focus on delicious food and drinks, Venturo has been a welcome addition to the always-expanding Sunnyside culinary scene. “We really focus on great food and great drinks,” Day tells ThirstyNYC. “We believe in focusing on the freshest of produce from season to season and meats being free-range, grass fed, and hormone free. We also created a cocktail list using ingredients in which are in season.”

And while the 23-year old bartender might be young in age, Day admits that he loves making all of the classic cocktails.

“I love making a Rye Old Fashioned,” he says, revealing that it is also his cocktail of choice. “Most of the drinks I enjoy making the most are the classic cocktails, but this one especially.”

And while this includes the old school gin and vodka variations on the Martini, Day isn’t a huge fan of some of the more modern interpretations.

“I’d say my least favorite cocktail to make is an Espresso Martini,” he admits. “I love coffee, and I love booze but they just shouldn’t be mixed, in my opinion. Take them each for how great they are on their own.”

As for his favorite place to enjoy some drinks when he isn’t behind the bar at Venturo, Day is a fan of another Queens spot, Sweet Afton in Astoria.
“Beyond the fact that they make great drinks, the staff is amazing and I really enjoy the burger.”

Keeping his love in the Queens family, Day says that one of his favorite NYC hidden gems is Dutch Kills, in Long Island City.

“I love going there,” Day says. “They do a great job with the classic cocktails, and I also love how innovative they are with their craft cocktails.”

Make sure to check out Day behind the bar at Venturo Osteria & Wine – and try one of his delicious Rye Old Fashioned cocktails!

Venturo Osteria & Wine
44-07 Queens Boulevard
Sunnyside, Queens
718-406-9363
www.venturovino.com

Find Venturo Osteria & Wine on Twitter and Instagram at @VenturoVino

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