Gstaad, New York

Gstaad - Unpretension and European hospitality flows til all hours inside the blond-wooded walls of Gstaad. Apres-ski bunnies and young urban professionals alike share a warm, downtown vibe, discreetly pocketed amid the cool Flatiron facade. No beer on tap, but plenty of rich European bottles to choose from, along with several signature martinis. For $9, drown your heart’s sorrows in an Ex-Girlfriend, while relaxing to surfers (or skiers) projected overhead. Candlelit loveseat clusters provide adequate seating, even on crowded nights, and the live DJ keeps the beat just low enough to allow good conversation going all weekend long. Afterhours boast hot and heavy dancing, but for an exclusive romantic interlude (or savvy book signing), check out the “Cabin”, a neatly hidden VIP lounge, complete with local catering and tree-stump furniture.