Serving up cocktails and savory bites, mixologists competed for the honor of being named Stamford’s Best Bartender at this year’s sold-out contest. The judges sampled and sipped delicious entries to choose winners. Foodies and fun-lovers got their own taste of craft cocktails and cuisine, casting votes for the People’s Choice selection. Top Judge’s Picks include Best Bartender: The Americano; Best Sip & Snack: bartaco; and Best Stamford Spirit: DiMare Pastry. In the public opinion category, Prime won Best Sip ‘n Snack, while Sign of the Whale secured top honors for Best Bartender and Best Stamford Spirit.
PHOTOS BY KYLE NORTON
Meghan Palmer, Palmer’s Market (sponsor), Laura Unterberg, Silent Pool Gin (sponsor); Russ Hollander, Founder R. Hollander (sponsor); Contest Judges: Foodie influencer @StamfordFoodie, Raenah Farina; Sports Broadcaster Jeané Coakley; Former NBA World Champion Scott Burrell; News12CT anchor/reporter Mark Sudol; First Bank of Greenwich President & CEO Frank Gaudio (sponsor); Stamford magazine & Moffly Media President, Jonathan Moffly
