Eat in financial-district, New York City

The Dead Rabbit ★ 4.7

Sean Muldoon and Jack McGarry's three-floor Financial District bar in New York City sits high in the World's 50 Best list. Order the irish coffee.

Signature drink: Irish Coffee

Food: Pub food and oysters

Tip: The downstairs Taproom takes walk-ins; the Parlor upstairs needs a booking. Order Irish Coffee at the Taproom counter.

Institute of Culinary Education ★ 4.4

ICE on Liberty Street in the Financial District runs recreational cooking classes in New York City, including pasta making and croissant baking sessions.

Tip: Three-hour evening classes start at 18:00 weekdays. Wear closed-toe shoes; the kitchens are working professional spaces.