Monday, November 11, 2013

New York City's 1st holistic vapor lounge opens in the East Village



At least according to the press release that landed in our inbox!

Here it is:

New York City's first holistic vapor lounge is opening in the East Village — Vape Lounge NYC, in the cellar of Barbiere at 246 East 5th Street. Unlike other so-called vapor lounges that sell artificial e-cigarettes, Vape Lounge NYC uses only natural herbs, each selection designed to give the customer varied, distinct and often medicinal experiences.

Currently, patrons can choose from three different herbs to vape — Chamomile, to aid in the relief of stress, digestive disorders, headaches, anxiety, and depression; Damiana, an aphrodisiac and excellent remedy for the nervous system, acting as a stimulant and tonic in cases of mild depression; and Green Tea, for headaches, digestion, immune enhancement, to detoxify, energize, and to prolong life.

Single and blended herb teas by the cup and pot are available, as well. All brews are caffeine free and certified kosher.

The brain child of Kimberly DeAzevedo (a trained herbalist) and Al Bonsignore, Vape Lounge NYC is designed to be an oasis away from the city, an indulgence meant to enhance quality of life, instead of being a vice. The space itself was hand mosaic-ed by DeAzevedo and Bonsignore, with themes like the secret garden and the dawn of time running throughout.

Prices to vaporize are $10/person in the "plenty lounge" or $12/person at the Volcano Bar. Teas run $4 single herb or $6 blended per cup, $10 or $12 per pot.

Vape Lounge NYC - located at 246 E 5th st. (Btwn 2nd ave and Cooper), NY, NY 10003 - is open Mon-Sat from 2pm-8pm.

Volcano Bar!

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

Busted for pot in 3...2...

nygrump said...

something very different...

Anonymous said...

I like the tile work, but the furnishings look very college dorm, and I can drink herbal tea at home without having to pay such crazy prices!

Jill said...

I'm so glad it's certified Kosher, that makes all the difference.

Uncle Waltie said...

I'm writing this lengthy thesis from my very own vapor lounge...also on 5th Street...holy smokes, this sh*t is stronger than I thought. Wow...just ...Wow....

Anonymous said...

Looks fun but I think I will stick with my own personal damiana herb vaporizer at home. I guess people who like to socialize and vape may enjoy it though.