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Ecstasy

The Ecstasy Martini at 86 Winter

Nestled amongst the sports bars and active night life of the Canal District, sitting below ground level in the cool stone and brick basement of the same building as Dzian Gallery, you will find 86 Winter. Apart from an impressive menu of robust flavors—which is currently under the review of WorcesterFoodies—you’ll find a small brick bar with a modest selection of fine liquors, wines, and beers. The Ecstasy Martini on the cocktail list could quite possibly overpower your taste buds. Not for those looking for a subtle, dry flavor, this martini is sweet, potent, and full. Made with Three Olives Grape Vodka, Blue Curacao, Grenadine and a splash of club soda, the Ecstasy is as vibrant in color as it is in taste. When you are looking to escape the hustle of the city above, the small, quiet, bar in 86 Winter will make your sweet tooth alive again.

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Chicken Cordon Bleu

Chicken Cordon Bleu from 86 Winter on Water Street

Although Chicken Cordon Bleu has recently been stigmatized as a wedding meal choice, the manner in which it is prepared by 86 Winter on Water Street helps to reclaim it as a solid choice. Not considering the sides of large, thin sliced squash and zucchini, or even the thick flavorful garlic smashed potatoes, their Chicken Cordon Bleu makes the grade. Using hand-tenderized free-range chicken that is pan seared and held together with the perfect blend of black forest ham and Swiss cheese, the flavors combine to provide comfort for the soul and stimulation for the taste buds. It is safe to say that the dish prepared at 86 Winter will break the image of Chicken Cordon Bleu being a standard option reserved for weddings.