Author: anne241

Neiman Marcus Holiday 2018 Catalog Preview: So Many Oohs ‘N Aahs, So Little Time!

June 21, 2018

A highlight of any holiday season is knowing when the Neiman Marcus catalog is coming--well, these days they still print the catalog but most shoppers are perusing NM's holiday goods online. I do not have to tell you that the Neiman Marcus holiday catalog is famous for its extravagant items but the truth is, there are dozens if not hundreds…read more

Lillie’s Victorian: A Step Back In Time, A Step Forward In Fun!

June 20, 2018

Lillie's Victorian celebrates the sense of fun that is namesake, the legendary Lillie Langtry, brought out in her fans. I visited the Union Square area location at 13 East 17th Street just this week and was delighted with the sweet and sentimental vibe created by the exposed brick walls, the high tin-covered ceilings, dramatic carved dark wood extra-long bar, red…read more

The Chinese Club: Blending Chinese & Indian Cuisines And Creating Mouth Watering Results!

June 11, 2018

Last week I was lucky enough to go to the brand spankin' new Chinese-Indian eatery The Chinese Club--located at 102 Lexington Avenue between 27th and 28th Streets in the famous foodie neighborhood of Curry Hill--and was blown away. I have never had this unique combination of cuisines before. The first thing that awaits you at your table in this warm…read more

The Dad’s Day Hit List: Gifts That You Just Can’t Go Wrong With!

June 6, 2018

Dad might seem fussy to you but I've picked out gift items that any dad would love no matter his age or what his tastes are. Even the biggest "tough guy" would enjoy these picks--and most of them won't break the bank! These choices are in no particular order: 18.21 Man Made's Shampoo, Conditioner And Body Wash is a great…read more

Entertainment, Lifestyle, MISCELLANEOUS

THE SOFITEL’S TONY AWARDS SUITE: When You’re Tonys Obsessed, There’s Only One Place To Stay!

June 4, 2018

The Sofitel is centrally located at 45 West 44th and has long been the place to stay for Tony nominees and their guests--but it also is a favorite of Tony Awards attendees and those who just like the hustle and bustle of being close to the Theater District. Now the Sofitel has created the ultimate Tony Awards oasis called--you guessed…read more

Hooters’ Summer Brunch: More Than Just World-Famous Wings!

June 3, 2018

I have always loved Hooters for their wings--they really live up to their reputation--and the kitchen staff always gets it right on the degree of spiciness that you want. But now Hooters has a great Summer Brunch that goes through Labor Day (and might just evolve into a Sunday Football Brunch after that) which is a great bargain and features…read more

What’s In My “It” Bag For Summer 2018?

June 1, 2018

It goes without saying that I am a huge fan of It Cosmetics and I am excited that this innovative company has created minis that are perfect for taking along in my beach bag or wherever my travels take me this summer! I like to especially keep on top of reapplying my lip color and making sure that nothing I…read more

Kick Back With A Glass Of Rose And Some “Summer Bites” At The Pierre’s Rose Terrace!

June 1, 2018

I was lucky enough to check out The Pierre Hotel's Rose Terrace last night--it is an offshoot of the legendary luxury hotel's wonderful French-American fusion eaterie Perrine helmed by remarkable Pierre executive chef Ashfer Biju and it only exists from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Don't laugh but it isn't a terrace at all! Basically, you walk about fifty feet…read more

Panasonic’s Summer Tasting: Deliciousness Made Easy!

May 18, 2018

I was lucky enough to take part in Panasonic's recent Summer Tasting for New York based online influencers last week at The Kitchen Table at 132 Mulberry Street in Little Italy. The legendary company's research and development executive chef Hadar Cohen Aviram cooked several dishes for influencers that were fast and easy but long on flavor. Naturally, everything was cooked…read more

LeGrande Lounge’s Drag Queen Bingo Brightens Up Monday Nights On The Great White Way!

May 15, 2018

The Theater District is dark on Monday nights, but now there's a place for maximum fun that is light years from just hanging out in a bar or restaurant. I was so excited to go the press preview for Drag Queen Bingo Night at the LeGrande Lounge on the second floor of The Time Hotel (224 West 49th Street). Hosted…read more

The Kids Food Festival: Where Future Foodies Get Inspired And Have Fun!

May 14, 2018

I love going to the Kids Food Festival just because there are twenty plus tables to stop at and not only learn about nutrition but to get samples from as well. It is a place for not just kids to discover healthy food but for the adults as well. Kids are motivated to go to each table in the area…read more

Taste Of The Upper West Side: Trying The Best Local Eateries The Fun ‘N Easy Way!

May 10, 2018

I can't think of any event that's more fun for foodies than Taste Of The Upper West Side--and that's saying a lot since I am a longtime Upper East Side (and you undoubtedly know all about our rivalry on several different levels, LOL)! There are a few dozen local eateries putting their dishes out for guests and while I have…read more

The Omni Origins Showcase: World-Class Hotel Chefs Strut Their Stuff!

May 5, 2018

I was lucky enough to be invited to the recent Omni Originals Showcase which was a grand display of the best fare Omni Hotel chefs from all around North America have to offer. The sit-down dinner took place at the acclaimed Chefs Club at 275 Mulberry Street (just south of Houston) and as the old pop culture saying goes, the…read more

Mother’s Day Beauty: Quick Picks!

April 30, 2018

I have been on the run around Manhattan checking out some great beauty brands--some new and some tried-and-true classics--and I picked out some of my faves in all price ranges that you can snap up in a pinch for Mom! Twila True is a new luxury brand that reached out to me. The word on the street is that they…read more

Alba Botanica’s Do Good, Do Beautiful Event: Fun At The Farmhouse!

April 25, 2018

Last night I was lucky enough to attend Alba Botanica's fun event at Project Farmhouse in the former Cat Club space at 76 East 13th Street. The occasion was to announce grant winners from Alba Botanica's Do Good, Do Beautiful campaign. The winners got $15K checks for their respective charities, got to hang out in New York City for a…read more

Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2018: Something For Every Mom (Fussy And Not So Fussy)!

April 24, 2018

Mother's Day is right around the corner and it's best not to wait until the night before the big day to run out for a gift. (Hey, I didn't have to tell you that!) Here are some ideas in all price points that I would call "crowd pleasers" just because they are fun and practical at the same time--well, one…read more

Delmonico’s 150th Anniversary Ladies Luncheon: Celebrating Women’s History And Great American Cuisine!

April 22, 2018

April 20th, 2018 marked the 150th anniversary of the first time women were allowed to dine independently--and yes, the original ladies' luncheon really happened at Delmonico's, America's oldest restaurant! Back in 1868, journalist Jane Cunningham Croly got a bunch of colleagues from her new all-female social group Sorosis and headed down to Delmonico's to protest being banned from a luncheon…read more

Dialing Up A Ton Of Fun At The 24th Street Loft!

April 19, 2018

I was lucky enough to attend the Dial press event celebrating their 2018 launches last night at the 24th Street Loft. Guests were treated to vignettes to celebrate newly launched products (that have just come out since the beginning of 2018) and one was more fun than the other. Matching food and drink were served as well--including white macarons to…read more

Bowl & Blade: Bringing Healthy—And Hearty—Vibes To Brooklyn!

April 14, 2018

Bowl & Blade is the brainchild of Adin Langille, a multitalented chef who has worked for the likes of the Michelin starred Indian resto Junoon in the Flat Iron District--as well as created and executed numerous projects for luxury restauranteurs Alain Ducasse, Charlie Palmer and David Burke. For his first restaurant (as a co-owner with Junoon's Rajesh Bhardwaj and Stephen…read more

The Fragrance Foundation Finalists Luncheon: Sniffing Out The Best In The Business!

April 9, 2018

I was so happy to be able to attend my first-ever Fragrance Foundation Finalists Luncheon (at the lovely 583 Park Avenue event space) as I am a complete fragrance maniac. On my way there, I wondered how Gucci Bloom, my official fragrance fave of 2018, would fare--and sure enough, it was nominated in several categories. Beyond the obvious purpose of…read more

P.J. Bernstein’s: Fine Deli Fare With A Big Side Of Friendliness!

March 31, 2018

I have lived on the Upper East Side for 32 years and have somehow missed going to P.J. Bernstein's famous Kosher style delicatessen, one of only a handful of these old-school type of eateries left in the neighborhood. This week I was lucky enough to find out firsthand why it P.J.'s has been a neighborhood legend for four decades. I…read more

Philosophy’s “Spring Clean” Launch Event: Who Knew That “Cleaning” Could Be So Fun?

March 29, 2018

I was lucky enough to attend the launch of several great new products by Philosophy on the 67th floor of the Empire State Building last week. Leave it to Philosophy to come up with the clever idea of a "spring cleaning" concept behind the party. There were vignettes to display each product along with their predecessors in the line--and there…read more

Godiva’s Still The “Go-To” Chocolate For Easter!

March 26, 2018

What is Easter without Godiva in your basket? No fun at all, that's what. I am headed out to pick up some today and I urge you to do the same. You can always count on them for high quality at a fair price, stunning packaging and flavors for everyone even for fussy kids who only like milk chocolate with…read more

Open Market: The World’s Coolest Block Party Is An Endless Array Of Artisanal Treats, Hot Sounds & Chic Bargains!

March 9, 2018

This year's Open Market "block party" at the Meatpacking District's legendary Highline Stages featured gourmand treats and grog from 27 locals bars and restos, DJ sets by Coco & Breezy, a silent auction, raffles and the most beautiful crowd this side of New York Fashion Week. I was as impressed with the bargains from the fashionable local stores as I was…read more

The Newport Academy’s Influencer Luncheon: The Meal As Medicine

March 7, 2018

I was fortunate enough to attend The Newport Academy's recent The Meal As Medicine influencer luncheon at Habitas, a charming 1897 firehouse that has been converted into a loft-like, multi-level event space; the garden space had once been used to let the horses used to pull the old fire trucks roam around in. The Newport Academy is a rehab facility…read more

A Perfect Piemonte Style Supper At San Carlo In Soho!

February 27, 2018

I was lucky enough to get invited to a great dinner at San Carlo Osteria Piemonte at 90 Thompson Street last night; it was to celebrate 50 years of great wines from Elio Filippino, a producer in the legendary Barbaresco and Baraolo regions. The wine flowed and flowed and flowed--I got a buzz pretty quickly but my favorite wine came…read more

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