ROMAIN GUILLE
CO-FOUNDER OF AVAL CIDER.
After years of working in the spirit industry, Romain Guille, along with two of his best friends, decided to launch Aval cider, a cross-atlantic project. Made in Brittany, where he is originally from, and available on both continents this cider is a true french west coast gem: dry and full, but with some delicate depth.
Aval means "apple" in Breton, but also phonetically "swallow" in french. Pick whichever translation fits the moment.
Best place in the world
New York City, of course. We're in this complicated, abusive relationship. An emotional roller coaster. I love it.
Best place to eat
Roberta's. Shamelessly, one of the main reason I moved to Bushwick. Never been disappointed in 7 years. The Cheesus Christ, with honey for the win.
Roberta's, 261 Moore St, Brooklyn, NY 11206, USA.
Best place to drink
It's like asking to choose your favorite child. Bizarre is awesome. Go there alone, enjoy the show(s).
Bizarre, 12 Jefferson St, Brooklyn, NY 11206, USA.
Best place to dream
The summit of Mammoth Mountain, in California
Mammoth mountain, 10001 Minaret Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546, USA
Best place to work
On an Orange Vespa. This beast of burden.
Best place to breathe
Noorderlicht in Amsterdam. Literally, the light of the north. Amazing outdoor bar in the most unknown part of the city.
Noorderlicht café, NDSM-Plein 102, 1033 WB Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Best place to be inspired
At a Parquet Courts concert. The Strokes defined New York in the 2000's, Parquet Courts is defining it now.
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Best place to love
Tempelhof in Berlin. An airport built by the nazis, that's been turned into this huge park. Try to hate, over there.
Tempelhof Park, 12049 Berlin, Germany.
