New York City Sip: Casa Lever's Retro Milanese

Madonna helped put New York City's Casa Lever on the map before its official opening when she showed up to help fete pal Penelope Cruz at a party for the premiere of Cruz's film Broken Embraces. The boite features 19 original Andy Warhol portraits, a menu of Italian dishes and classic sips like the Milanese.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Absolut vodka
• 1/2 oz amaro (an herbal liqueur)
• 1/4 oz lemon juice
• Splash of simple syrup
• Splash of club soda

Directions:Pour all ingredients over ice in a mixing glass and stir gently. Strain into a champagne glass and serve with a twist of lemon.