Contributed by Taylor Stone

Did you know that the term “Happy Hour” originated in the United States Navy?

Back in the 1920’s, the term was slang for the scheduled time of on-ship performances when the sailors were a little “happy” from drinking.

However, the act of drinking before dinnertime began around the same time on-shore due to the Prohibition. Friends would gather for illegal cocktail hours at speakeasies before they went out to eat since restaurants could not serve alcohol. In 1959, an article featuring military life in the Saturday Evening Post made the term more mainstream.

Over time, happy hour has transitioned from a prelude to an evening out into more of an after-work ritual. Since the 1980’s, most bars offer free or discounted appetizers to attendees. Visit almost any restaurant or bar between 4pm and 7pm on a weekday and you are likely to find drink and food specials to take the edge off a long day at the office!

- From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Taylor's Happy Hour Pick for Williamsburg

HAPPY, HAPPY HOUR AT BUON AMICI NEW TOWN

Stop in and enjoy fantastic Summer Drinks & Half Price Appetizers in the Buon Amici Bar Lounge or on the outside Patio.

Tuesdays - Fridays, 4:00pm - 6:00pm