Portland, ME June 2023

ARTS + CULTURE

3 ARTISTS, DESIGNERS, AND CREATIVES MAKING WAVES IN TOWN

JUNE 2023

Do you like surprises?

I love predictability. Routines, habits, things you can count on. There’s comfort in the familiar.

That’s one of the reasons why I find this time of year in Portland so special. The seasons have shifted, and once again so has the vibe. The influx of tourists and Portland part-timers means you could crawl down Commercial Street faster than you can drive it. The lines at Holy Donut and Standard Baking wrap around the block. The salt-tinged air coming from the harbor has finally lost its bite and now carries with it the sounds and smells of Portland's best live music and all the fried seafood you could want.

Yep, summer is in full swing, and we're here for it.

But what about the element of surprise? We can’t always know what we’re in for, and it’s the perfectly unpredictable parts of Portland that keep things interesting around here.

That’s why for this June issue our cover story will introduce you to some of Portland's most talented artists and designers you might not yet be familiar with. For our home feature, we’ll peek inside a Portland condo whose owner decided to make an area in his home more functional and surprising—and we are loving the results. We've also asked some of our favorite Portland notables to share what they would name as our city’s best-kept secret. We hope you’re inspired to occasionally skip the familiar this summer and go off-schedule to check out their picks.

And just like that, Portland surprises me. So whether you've decided to go off the beaten path this year, or you've found yourself waiting in line for that chocolate sea salt donut (again), I hope you'll bring us along. We’ll be here all season.

You can count on it.

EMILY HARRADON, PUBLISHER @PORTLAND.CITYLIFESTYLE

June 2023

PUBLISHER

Emily Harradon | emily.harradon@citylifestyle.com

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Becca Abramson rebecca.abramson@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Becca Abramson, Erica Archer

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Liz Daly, Dave Dostie

Corporate Team

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL MEDIA Mindy Hargesheimer

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

AD DESIGNER Rachel Chrisman

LAYOUT DESIGNER Kathy Nguyen

About Tamika Donahue

Tamika Donahue is a Branch Manager and Senior Loan Officer serving Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Florida With over 20 years of mortgage experience, Tamika's mortgage industry expertise allows her to help people like you obtain their goal of sustainable homeownership Tamika is eager to start planting the seeds in your neighborhood and help people achieve their financing and homeownership goals

Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, refinancing, or buying your third investment property, Tamika will guide you through the loan process and provide a wide range of home loan options that make the most sense for your situation!

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4: Announcers Rylee Pay and Emma Tiedemann form the second all-female booth in professional baseball history. 5: Cathy Edison alongside Ryan and Katy Harkleroad at T2T’s Bow Ties & Bean Boots event. 6: Rising Tide co-owner Nathan Sanborn and his father celebrate Maine Island Trail Ale’s 10th anniversary. 7: Bar owners Nick Coffin and Arvid Brown share a cocktail at Room for Improvement.

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A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

Old Port Wine Merchants Deliver to the Harbor

If you’re docked in Portland this summer, there's no need to leave your boat to get some wine for the evening—Old Port Wine Merchants regularly deliver to various marinas and docks across the city. Give them a call at 207-772-9463 and pick from the expansive list of more than 700 hand-selected wines.

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Greener Postures Yoga Returns to Bug Light

Outdoor yoga classes are back starting on June 28th! Join your friends and favorite yogis at Bug Light Park in South Portland on Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. or Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. Wear layers and bring your own mat or towel, water, and any props you prefer. In-studio pricing applies to Outdoor Flow classes.

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The DRIPBaR Westbrook Turns One

Join us in congratulating The DRIPBaR Vitamin Therapy on their one year anniversary at Rock Row in Westbrook! Whether you’re looking to preventatively target cells for rejuvenation, accelerate the healing process, or provide your body with a boost of natural energy, The DRIPBaR’s intravenous therapies and intramuscular shots, provided by experienced RNs, will help you feel your best.

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Our Picks for Wine Lovers

Grab your friends and plan a relaxed afternoon, weekend, or night out with any one of these local experiences for wine connoisseurs (or anyone who appreciates a good glass).

ARTICLE BY ERICA ARCHER

PORTLAND WINE WEEK - PORTLANDWINEWEEK.ME

June 12-18 is a week full of incredible wine sails, brunches, lunches, dinners, seminars, and special weeklong offerings at many of Portland’s best restaurants.

WEEKEND WINE SAILS - WINEWISEEVENTS.COM

Join me with a fine wine in hand for a scenic sail through the pristine Casco Bay on board the 74-foot immaculate sailboat, Frances.

CHAVAL - 58 PINE ST., PORTLAND

This acclaimed West End restaurant is where you’ll find me on a day off, sipping wine and enjoying incredible French and Spanish-inspired cuisine.

EIGHTEEN-TWENTY WINES - 219 ANDERSON ST., PORTLAND

A nice place to hang out and have a glass of the truly delicious Victoria or Fête Maine Rhubarb wines.

SOLO ITALIANO - 100 COMMERCIAL ST., PORTLAND

Farm-to-table classic Genovese cuisine right on the waterfront. I love seeing what’s on Jesse’s rotating frizzante list—it’s always fun, delicious, and uplifting.

MEET SOMMELIER ERICA ARCHER

Archer is a true oenophile, having obtained high levels of certification in her field. In 2010, she was awarded the Wine Spirit and Education Trust Level Three Advanced Certification in Wines and Spirits (with merit), became a Sommelier in the American Court of Master Sommeliers, and received her Certified Wine Professional award from the Culinary Institute of America in St. Helena, California. Erica is the principal of Wine Wise, a wine education and events service. She is skilled at creating truly memorable wine experiences that take guests beyond a typical tasting with her intimate understanding of what makes each wine unique—and she’ll do it with her trademark sense of humor and down-to-earth style.

“Greener Postures Yoga Studios are an excellent resource. Convenient with two locations, a wide range of classes, and knowledgeable and compassionate instructors and spacious, comfortable facilities. I love practicing in such an enriching environment.” -Toni

In addition to all our indoor classes you can join us this July and August for our super fun outdoor yoga classes at picturesque Bug Light Park in South Portland, ME. Practice while overlooking Casco Bay with beautiful views of Portland. Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays 9:30-10:30am and Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm.

207.210.6525 GreenerPosturesYoga.com Two Spacious Studio Locations 740 Broadway · South Portland 65 Gray Rd. · Falmouth All passes valid at both studios, Bug Light and are non-transferable.

What is Portland’s bestkept secret?

ARTICLE BY BECCA ABRAMSON

We asked members of our community to share their favorite underrated spots. Here’s what they had to say.

ANDREW BLAIS

Head Coach and Founder, The Form Lab

“The Eastern Promenade Trail is one of the most beautiful places in town. When I start my day off at The Form Lab, I get to look out the window and witness the sunrise over the bay, along with many others who are out on the trail for their morning walks.”

XANDER NELSON Musician

Owner and Instructor, Greener Postures

“When you travel to Cliff Island, your body starts to let go of the busy pace of life. You can unplug and be present in the moment, experience the grounding sounds of nature, feel connections within a small unique community…and find yourself.”

“Strange Maine on Congress Street is a hidden gem. They’ve got big collections of records, CDs, books, movies—on VHS, even!—and other cool oddities. Looking around in there makes it feel like you’re digging for buried treasure, in a good way.”

Chef and Owner, David’s Restaurant

“Portland’s best-kept secret is breakfast at Belleville. They have the best laminated pastries I’ve ever eaten—the croissant and pain au chocolate are better than what you can get in Paris. My other pick is HiFi Donuts, where I go for the vegan sausage breakfast sandwich—and I’m not even vegan.”

Owner, Michelle Estell Jewelry

“One of Portland’s bestkept secrets is Corey & Co. on Pleasant Street. Barbara Corey, who owns the shop, designs and sells her garments as well as other unique clothing and select accessories from local jewelry artists.”

MICHELLE ESTELL

HEIDI MACVANE

DAVID TURIN

Leveling Up

AN UNUSED ELEVATOR SHAFT BECOMES A WINE CONNOISSEUR’S FAVORITE HOME FEATURE

ARTICLE BY BECCA ABRAMSON | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LIZ DALY

When Fred Williams began working with interior designer Annie Kiladjian of Annie K Designs on his Munjoy Heights townhouse, the two were presented with a challenge: What to do with the empty space where the elevator, which Williams chose to remove, was originally located? (In a turn of events, Williams ended up needing ankle surgery just eight months after moving in, and the elevator would have been quite convenient during that time!)

“We primarily slated the elevator space for storage,” says Kiladjian, since the home had limited areas for storing Williams’ belongings. “Then he tasked me with finding someplace to showcase his extensive wine collection. It wasn’t an easy task, but I decided that rather than using the elevator shaft as storage

on the main living floor, it would make a great bar area,” she continues.

Williams, the managing director at Old Port Advisors, loved Kiladjian’s idea. “Annie created the bar space on the fifth floor for entertaining on the roof deck, as well as the much more intricate bar and wine space off the third floor living area,” he notes. “What she oversaw was a beautiful and efficient transformation of a basic elevator shaft into an artistic attribute that now greets guests visiting our home.”

Reimagining a niche space like an elevator shaft can be complicated, but Kiladjian appreciated the challenge. “It comes down to thinking outside the box and listening to your customer’s needs and wants. Where there is a will, there is a way!” she adds.

AERIAL PERSPECTIVE

ARTICLE BY BECCA ABRAMSON

3 ARTISTS, DESIGNERS, AND CREATIVES MAKING WAVES IN MAINE

Lauren Berg

Botanic Magic

WHAT IS YOUR MISSION WITH BOTANIC MAGIC?

To create art that lifts spirits, inspires a sense of wonder, and deepens a person’s connection to their community. Window murals are often on display in very public spaces, so I feel a responsibility not only to the client, but also to the neighborhood. I’ve noticed over the years that people look forward to my window paintings, and I’ve begun to think of them as a gift to the community—something that brings people together. Window painting has been around forever, but I try to bring a fresh, fine art approach to it.

WHAT MAKES MAINE’S CREATIVE COMMUNITY SPECIAL?

Maine is a very special place to be if you’re an artist and a maker. There’s so much talent spread throughout the state, plus a rich history of homesteading and hand-crafting. Maine has incredible galleries, museums, and so much dramatic wilderness to explore, which all serve as endless wells of inspiration. There is a trend towards community over competition here, which is such a refreshing and nurturing space to be a part of as an artist and a woman.

Credit: Liz Daly

WHAT MAKES WILDWOOD OYSTER CO. UNIQUE?

The ocean is our heart and soul, and we bring you to the water—no matter where you are. That in itself is unique, but our origin story sets the tone. This all started with a one-of-a-kind gift from my sister: a leather hide. Since that day, we have continually made new salt-air-inspired bags, jewelry pieces, and accessories that connect deeply with people. Our customers are everything—we love to ask their opinion about our new designs and share ideas, and we value them like our closest friends.

HOW DO YOU BALANCE RUNNING AN AWARD-WINNING ECOMMERCE AGENCY, BEING A MOM, AND DESIGNING HANDBAGS AND ACCESSORIES?

Being present is often easier to say than to do, but I really strive for that. When I’m at work, I’m focused on the strategies to help our clients. When I’m in the design room, I’m thinking about new sketches and our amazing customers. And when I’m home with my family, that is time just for us. I’m the luckiest to have all these beautiful roles.

Becky McKinnell

Wildwood Oyster Co.

Credit: Emily Sawchuck Photography

WHERE DO YOU FIND INSPIRATION?

As a maker and designer, I turn to architectural structures, mechanical movements, and nature for creative inspiration. I break down the forms into straight lines and patterns, then find ways to apply those to my work.

YOU DESIGN A VARIETY OF ITEMS, INCLUDING JEWELRY, APPAREL, AND TABLEWARE. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MEDIUM TO WORK WITH?

My medium of choice is cardboard—it’s a perfect sculpting material with flexibility, and it makes an excellent painting surface. It’s abundant, resilient, versatile, and sustainable, and it also allows me to be a kid again and experiment with different techniques.

HOW DOES YOUR WORK SHARE THE STORIES OF BOTH MAINE AND GHANA?

I design patterns inspired by the visual language symbols (Adinkra) of my native country, Ghana. My favorite symbol is endurance—to progress in the face of difficulty. When I moved to Maine, I took a class called Critical Issues that almost killed my dream of exploring Ghana’s symbols when I realized it isn’t easy to introduce a new culture to another one. I decided to learn which symbols were significant to Maine and created the Maine Culture brand as a way to introduce Mainers to my visual language concept. It takes a lot of endurance and willpower to do what I am doing, but the acceptance and support of my work from the Maine community makes it all worth it.

Ebenezer Akakpo Akakpo Design Group (Akakpo & Co. and Maine Culture)

“My favorite symbol is endurance—to progress in the face of difficulty.”

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A Bread Start

Daytime restaurant and bakery Bread & Friends cultivates community in the Old Port

ARTICLE BY BECCA ABRAMSON | PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVE DOSTIE

You may have heard of Bread & Friends before they opened a brick-and-mortar location at the corner of Fore and Cotton Streets this spring, but the bakery-slash-pastry shop you’re probably envisioning is a far cry from the team’s latest approach: a daytime restaurant and in-house bakery. “What we really care about is making delicious food and sharing a creative community,” says Maggie Rubin, one of the four co-owners and the brains behind the business’s operations. “And now that we have a [physical] space, we can create that community.”

Owned equally by four friends who met working at State Bird Provisions (and sister restaurant The Progress) in San Francisco, Bread & Friends began when Tanner Rubin, Maggie’s partner and the team’s head bread baker, began selling homemade breads, pastries, and “things that go with it” (think butters, spreads, and jams, affectionately referred to as “friends”) at farmers’ markets on the West Coast. The pandemic flipped the hospitality industry on its head, so Maggie and Tanner, along with their coworkers-turned-business partners Jeremy Broucek and Jess

Rattey, made the cross-country move to Portland. “The food scene is a huge reason why we landed here,” explains Maggie. “A slower pace of life, access to the outdoors, a place to settle down—Portland sort of ticked all the boxes,” she says.

The goal was to immediately open a brick-and-mortar location where they could employ themselves, but the team chose to grow their East Coast audience at Maine farmers’ markets and through wholesale partnerships first. “We were trying to get our name out there, get to know people, and create a market for what we had to offer,” Maggie recalls. The original concept for Bread & Friends’ Old Port location was a market with prepared foods and an in-house bakery, but that idea evolved when the four co-owners realized just how much they enjoy the way food cultivates community. Plus, “Jeremy’s a talented chef, and we wanted to showcase what he’s able to do alongside what everyone else is doing,” explains Maggie, “so that’s how we ended up with this daytime restaurant and bakery idea.”

Today, each of the owners oversees a different pillar of the business—Maggie handles operations; Tanner is in charge of bread; Jess works her magic with pastries; and Jeremy is the head chef tasked with creating breakfast and lunch dishes—but the four friends enjoy collaboration in the unique kitchen environment they’ve established. “This is my first time working in a bakery that also has a restaurant

aspect,” notes Tanner. “I really enjoy when Chef [Jeremy] comes to me and says ‘I’m thinking about this dish, and it needs a bread aspect, and this is my idea.’ It’s great to have that as inspiration, and it’s also a challenge to step out of my comfort zone and play around,” he adds.

That dynamic creativity shines in every aspect of Bread & Friends, where the team plans to incorporate seasonal flavors and ingredients in their pastries and shared plates throughout the year (don’t worry— the bread offerings will stay relatively unchanged). “Next on the docket for us is adding back the wholesale program and getting back to the farmers’ market this summer,” says Maggie, “but what really excites me about this concept is that it could become anything. We’re always kicking around fun ideas—should we do a pizza night? A barbeque night? Dinner service isn’t necessarily something we talk about very much, but who knows? We have a ‘sky’s the limit’ attitude.”

For now, the focus remains informing the people of Portland that Bread & Friends is so much more than your average bakery. “Bread is in the name, so people are always going to see that, but I think they’ll start to learn organically that what we’re trying to cultivate in this building is an experience,” explains Maggie. “Sure, you could come here and get some pastries and a coffee to go, but do you want somewhere to have a fancy lunch and a bottle of wine on a Monday? This is the spot,” she proclaims.

“We’re trying to cultivate an experience. Sure, you can get some pastries and a coffee to go, but do you want somewhere to have a fancy lunch on a Monday? This is the spot.”

MAKE AN IMPACT FOR DAD

What do you buy for the man who has everything? Perhaps an experience oriented around what dads value most – time together – is just what he needs. Fathers and father figures are invaluable in our lives. They help shape and mold us. They’re there for us and support us. If you haven’t already planned something special, take a look at our list of ideas and circle your favorites. If you have kids, let them join in the fun too!

Whether you decide to spend a day at home or enjoy a day on the town, these innovative celebration ideas will include fun for the whole family and make Dad feel loved. Whatever activity or surprise you land on to show your dad, husband, brother or father figure your appreciation for all they do, the most important thing is that you all get to spend some quality time together.

Memorable Ways to Celebrate The Father Figure in Your Life

LEARN ABOUT HIS FAMILY TREE

Family heritage websites can offer insight into dad’s past and be an interesting way to study the history of your family. Present Dad with a report on his ancestors or dig in together!

PLAN A STAYCATION

You don’t need to go very far to have a great time with Dad! Explore a new neck of your own woods with a family staycation. You can go out on the town, stay at a fancy hotel and maybe even enjoy some room service!

GO BIRD WATCHING

Lay out a blanket in your backyard and grab your binoculars for a peaceful, naturefilled day. Make a list of how many different kinds of birds you see and guess if you can identify them.

GO BOWLING

Bowling is a timeless classic Dad is sure to enjoy. Bonus if the bowling alley has an arcade, chicken wings and Dad’s favorite beverage of choice.

PLAY FRISBEE GOLF AS A FAMILY

Find a local frisbee golf course and grab a slot for the family to play. This activity is fun for both young and old and helps you take advantage of being in the beautiful outdoors together.

SPOIL HIM WITH BREAKFAST IN BED

Breakfast in bed isn’t just for Mother’s Day. Dads can enjoy it too! Whip up some of his favorite brunch treats and start Father’s Day off the right way.

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HAVE A WINE AND PAINT NIGHT

Sign up for an artistic experience at a local wine and paint shop so Dad can let his creative side show and you can have a custom piece of art for years to come.

TACKLE A TASK TOGETHER

Is Dad a hands-on guy? Why not spend the day constructing a tree house or painting a birdhouse? Or better yet, help him organize the garage or start a garage redesign.

DO A FITNESS CLASS TOGETHER

Consider signing him up for a fitness class together. Whether he likes cycling, boxing or HIIT, encourage him to be adventurous and try something new.

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FIRE UP THE BACKYARD GRILL

There’s no greater way to get to a Dad’s heart than the word “barbecue”. Grab extravagant meats like a rack of ribs or wagyu beef burgers and go to town.

CONSTRUCT SOMETHING OUT OF LEGOS

Harken back to Dad’s childhood with a specialty kit of legos. Embark on a family project of helping Dad build models of favorite movie props like the Death Star or Hogwarts castle.

HAVE AN OUTDOOR FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

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HAVE A PIZZA PARTY

Everyone loves pizza. Make or buy some premade pizza dough and put different toppings in bowls and have Dad and the kids decorate it!

GO AXE-THROWING

Axe-throwing venues are still going strong across the country. Make an evening of it and practice your throwing skills!

COOK SOMETHING ADVENTUROUS

If some of Dad’s role models include Gordon Ramsay and Bobby Flay, consider thinking outside the box and create a meal with something you wouldn’t usually go for like bison burgers or grilled octopus tentacles. Tackling a complex recipe may seem challenging but the memories and the meal will be worth it.

GO ON A BIKE RIDE

Find a local trail you haven’t tried before, load up the bikes and set out for a day of riding. Finish off the day with a nice meal out after all your hard work.

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MAKE A TIME CAPSULE

Dig a hole in your backyard and have Dad help the kids gather items around the house (like a current newspaper or flyers) and put them in a waterproof bag.

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events

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

JUNE 1ST-29TH

Randy Eckard Works in Watercolor: A Solo Exhibition

15 EPPS ST., PEAKS ISLAND |

10:00 AM

Hop on the Casco Bay Ferry and visit Richard Boyd Art Gallery on Peaks Island to see the seventh solo exhibition by award-winning Maine watercolorist Randy Eckard. Known for his use of light and shadow along with his representation of Maine landscapes, Eckard has painted exclusively with watercolors throughout his more than thirty-year-long career. richardboydpottery.com

JUNE 11TH

Resurgam Music and Arts Festival

OCEAN GATEWAY | 10:00 AM

Presented by Otto Pizza and the Maine Academy of Modern Music, the family-friendly Resurgam Music and Arts Festival is returning for its second year with more than 60 scheduled performances by local musicians and organizations. Latin for “I shall rise again,” the Resurgam Festival promises to build community and foster creative collaboration in the heart of the city. resurgamfestival.com

JUNE 12TH-18TH

Portland Wine Week

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS AND EVENTS

Calling all vinos: Celebrate our city’s impeccable food and beverage culture with a full list of exciting events during Portland Wine Week! Listen to a panel discussion on women in wine, learn about merroir and terroir, sip a flight of Maine-made wines, or enjoy fresh oysters on a Wine Sail during this can’t-miss summer festival. All events require pre-registration. portlandwineweek.me

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JUNE 22ND-24TH

Portland Greek Festival

133 PLEASANT ST., PORTLAND | 11:30 AM

Rejoice with a plateful of baklava, spanakopita, moussaka, and more—plus plenty of music and dancing—at the 39th Greek Festival hosted by Portland’s Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. htrinityportland.org/greek-festival

JUNE 22ND

Bento Box Cooking Class

559 BRIGHTON AVE., PORTLAND | 6:00 PM

Make your own bento box with the chefs at Bravo Maine during this hands-on evening cooking class with a Japanese twist. Learn how to craft a California roll, salmon maki, Japanese salad, and seared salmon nigiri, then take your knowledge home and give it a try in your own kitchen. Class is limited to 12 guests. tinyurl.com/bento-box-me

JUNE 23RD

Graze with Kit NA Brewing

16 PINELAND DR., NEW

GLOUCESTER | 6:00 PM

Enjoy seasonal food from local farmers paired with craft beverages from Kit NA Brewing and Cold River Vodka at this unique communal dining experience presented by The Black Tie Company. The evening begins with cocktail hour, followed by a four-course amuse bouche-style dinner under the beautiful tent at Pineland Farms.  theblacktiecompany.eventbrite.com

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COCKTAIL CLUB

Enjoy

HAKU LYCHEE MARTINI

ingredients:

• 2 oz. HAKU® Japanese Craft Vodka

• 1 oz. house made lychee simple syrup

directions:

1. Combine ingredients

2. Shake vigorously over ice

3. Strain and serve up in a chilled martini glass

4. Garnish with a lychee