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I Have Never Felt So Royally Relaxed In My Life As At Sheva Royal Thai Spa!

May 28, 2016

I fell in love with the Premier 57 spa the minute I walked through its doors at 115 East 57th Street--it's tucked inside an office building and it is hard to believe that any spa this spacious could be in midtown Manhattan. Formerly the Spa Castle, the Premier 57 staff renovated their space to have the latest and the greatest.…read more

Beauty

I Have Never Felt So Royally Relaxed In My Life As At Sheva Royal Thai Spa!

May 28, 2016

I was lucky enough to attend a special press event for Sheva Royal Thai Spa located at the NW corner of 47th and Lexington (500 Lexington, to be exact) and could not believe my eyes or any of my senses for that matter. First of all, the whole spa concept is different than anything I have ever encountered before. You…read more

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I Keep My Word And Head Back To The Hard Rock Times Square For More Burgers…But Also Indulge In Nachos, Cowboy Steak and Apple Cobbler

May 1, 2016

Okay, as mentioned in my recent review of the latest and greatest Hard Rock burgers, there are more to try. But my eyes and stomach also went straight for their legendary giant plate of nachos which is enough for about six! The manager told me it was in their Top Five items and I could see why--they are gorgeous and…read more

Fashion

It’s Time To Skinnydip–Skinnydip London, That Is!

April 29, 2016

It's great to find an accessories and tech peripheral site that has so many fun items that you do not know where to start. If you want a cool phone case, super-fun evening bag shaped like a honeycomb complete with bees or a colorful phone charging cord, high quality sleek-looking headphones or a mod makeup bag, go to http://www.skinnydiplondon.com! A great thing about…read more

Beauty

Shiseido: The Legend Continues!

April 28, 2016

I don't have to tell you that Shiseido has been at the top of the luxury cosmetics world for nearly an eternity (they actually started in Japan over 150 years ago!). Their makeup experts worked on so many recent NYFW shows and they got the acclaim they deserved. This is a company that does an incredible amount of philanthropy.…read more

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I Hopped To IHOP on National Pancake Day–And Was Completely Dazzled As I Drizzled On The Syrup!

April 28, 2016

I recently attended a bloggers' breakfast that included a presentation from affable IHOP President Darren Rebelez. I was impressed how knowledgable he was about the menu and went into the current IHOP choices. They are ever expanding thanks to a team of gourmet executive chefs as advisors. They not only have ridiculously great pancakes--with plenty of promotions that will get…read more

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Tea With NBC’s Bobbie Thomas: Everything I Wanted To Know About Infertility But Was Afraid To Ask!

April 21, 2016

Whomever said that infertility and scones don't mix have not had tea over baby talk with the gorgeous Bobbie Thomas, the NBC Today Show personality/style maven who went on camera to discuss the problems she was having a baby at age 41 due to cysts and other problems. No one has ever discussed this on their regular TV gig before…read more

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Shakin’ It With Shaklee Life Products! (Yes, There Are High Nutrition Products That Taste Good!)

April 16, 2016

Earlier this year, I was lucky enough to have a one-on-one meeting with the friendly and super-informative Dr. Bruce Daggy, an internist who is the Chief Science Offer at Shaklee. Shaklee was interestingly enough the first company to come with with a meal replacement/nutrition shake over 50 years ago--and over the years they have updated the formula for both taste and…read more

Entertainment

The Big Apple Circus’ “Grand Tour” Takes You Around The World In Luxury–Without Leaving Your Seat In Damrosch Park

April 16, 2016

I am a huge fan of The Big Apple Circus and have gone pretty much every year for 20 years! Every year there is a different theme and a different "head clown" or in this year's case, a team of clowns that remind me a lot of Laurel & Hardy. Like everyone in the circus, their garb is in keeping…read more

Fashion

A LOOK BACK AT NYFW FALL 2016

April 1, 2016

The legendary NYFW tents are no longer. Many fashionistas, fashion press, buyers and any other Fashion Week guest most likely longs for the days of the gorgeous white tents in Bryant Park and then, more recently, in Lincoln Center. The dark and dreary Moynihan Station on West 33rd Street between Eighth and Ninth Avenues might be spacious, but it…read more

Fashion

Fashion Week Came And Went Again–And It Was Great To Get A Sneak Peek At The Fall 2017 Styles!

April 1, 2016

While NYFW doesn't quite have the glitz and glamour that it once had prior to 10 years ago when it was still in Bryant Park, it's hard to resist going to see your favorite designers' latest collections and attending a press lounge or two. I only attended a few shows and lounges this year just because I am getting old…read more

Beauty

I’m A NARSissist! Here’s Why

March 28, 2016

I have been a longtime NARS fan. Diehard fans of this incredible, cutting edge cosmetic company are called NARSissists and I admit that I think their eyeliners are the best in the business. I have done water aerobics in heavily chlorinated swimming pools and my liner did not budge. The Larger Than Life Eyeliner is my fave and it gives…read more

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Anisette: A Comfy Country French Bistro That Will Tease Your Taste Buds!

March 28, 2016

I love breezy bistro style restaurants where you can sit inside at the wine bar or take an outside table and people watch. Anisette at the NW corner of 19th Street and Third Avenue is totally captivating. They have simple country French decor and a menu to match with very reasonable prices for luscious dishes that range from a world-class…read more

Fashion

Hawaiian Tropic Apparel: Easy, Breezy Style For Warm Weather Fun ‘N Frolic!

March 16, 2016

I love the fact that Hawaiian Tropic has come up with so many easy-wear, easy-care flowing styles in their first ever foray into the fashion world. You can get boho chic pullover dresses and swimsuit covers, sexy lacy tunics that can be used many different ways, loose fitting shorts and pants and everything is of such soft, easy-wear fabrics. My pieces…read more

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Boppin’ ‘N Biting With Babeth’s Feast–The Ultimate Foodie’s Frozen Food Line

February 28, 2016

I recently got to attend a bloggers' dinner at the back of the wonderfully organized Babeth's Feast store on Third Avenue between 80th and 81st Streets. Most foodies turn their noses up at frozen foods but as the manager points out, it does not make a difference if you used all the highest qualities to begin with. Many customers have…read more

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Maroni’s Hot Pots: The Hottest New Eats On The Upper East Side!

February 20, 2016

I love the highly original concept of Maroni's Hot Pots--you can take out or get delivery of gorgeous red ceramic pots full of classic Italian food to serve one to six people. But as of January 2016, you can eat in as well. They have an intimate dining room at their location at 303 East 77th Street in Manhattan that seats…read more

Beauty

VBeaute Comes Up With The “Charcoal Solution” Via Their New Deep Sheets!

February 9, 2016

I recently attended The Fashion Edit at the HSN offices in midtown Manhattan where they showed off their upcoming great fashion and beauty products to editors/bloggers. I loved perusing the racks of great clothing by Wendy Williams and Serena Williams among others--and I went nuts to see the great offering from Deborah Lippman and Lancome (you can't get much greater…read more

Beauty

Lucy Peters Salon: The Ultimate “Smooth Studio”

February 1, 2016

I recently visited The Lucy Peters Salon to learn about their famous thirty-year-old plus hair removal programs that was the first of its kind back in the day. Lucy Peters was a pioneer of laser hair removal and this salon gets raves on Yelp! (4 1/2 stars or more) for painlessly being able to laser off hair permanently in eight…read more

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The Friars Club Pays Tribute To Their Long-Time Abbott–Yeah, That Ol’ Blue-Eyed Guy–At The Pierre Hotel!

January 12, 2016

The world-famous Friars Club celebrated Frank Sinatra¹s 100th birthday with a gala at the Pierre Hotel on January 11, 2016. Friars Club President, legendary talk show host, Larry King, was be the Master of Ceremonies. Many of the show¹s performers worked directly with Sinatra over the course of his incredible career. Norm Crosby, Tony Danza, Robert Davi, Tom Dreesen, Shawn King, Deana Martin, Frank…read more

Entertainment

Getting The Backstory on Tom Jones’ Interesting Life “Out Of A Suitcase” At AOL BUILD!

December 16, 2015

I was lucky enough to attend Tom Jones' appearance on AOL Backstory on December 16th. It is a small intimate Q&A that takes place on the 4th floor of AOL's NYC headquarters on 770 Broadway in the East Village, and it is wonderful because each attendee got to get a signed new CD (Jones' latest is called Long Lost Suitcase),…read more

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HOLIDAY ’15 FOOD FRENZY: MY TOP PICKS!

December 8, 2015

I have been lucky enough to taste many of the food wonders of New York City and beyond, and here are some of my favorite holiday foods and food places. I admit it, most are totally fabulous all year round! I have a wicked sweet tooth and I was so excited to be part of the legendary fifth…read more

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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2015–FOR HIM AND HER (BUT MOSTLY FOR HER, LOL)!

December 8, 2015

Clinique's A Case Of The Pretties has some of the greatest eye, cheek and lip colors we have come across all year. You can purchase it for only $29.50 at Bloomingdale's plus get the fantastic gift with purchase they are now offering that includes a small bottle of their famous Happy fragrance and a great new deep plum matte lipstick.…read more

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Carolee Jewelry: Class, Luxury And Style At The Right Price!

November 28, 2015

It never ceases to amaze me how many great designs the legendary 42-year-old jewelry company Carolee comes up with each year. They always have 30 to 35 jewelry designers on hand and not only have their own line that you can see in the center of the costume jewelry departments of Bloomingdale's, Lord & Taylor, Macy's and other popular department stores, but…read more

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Mulino A Vino: This Avant Garde Italian Eaterie Might Just Be NYC’s Greatest (And It’s Only A Year Old)

November 9, 2015

Being of Italian-American descent and having both Northern and Southern Itaian members in my family, I am very fussy when it comes to "real" Italian dishes. Mulino A Vino on 14th Street between 8th and 9th is steeped in both old school Italian traditions (mainly ones from the Milan area where the owner Paolo Meregalli comes from) mixed with clever twists…read more

Beauty

What’s New At Clarins–And What Makes Them So Classic? (Quality + Innovation!

November 4, 2015

I love Clarins simply because their skincare stands the test of time. Their Huile Tonic Body Treatment is just a wonderful product to rub all over yourself in the morning to get your skin soft and your senses flowing. It smells of lavender, fennel and assorted flowers and is one of the most distinctive scents in all of the luxury…read more

Entertainment

The Gazillion Bubble Show: The Most Bubble-licious Fun On Off-Broadway (Or Anywhere For That Matter)!

September 14, 2015

I recently revisited The Gazillion Bubble Show after seeing it both six and seven years ago, respectively. The Yang family-- Guinness Record holders for more than a dozen bubble titles including creating the world's biggest bubble at 179 feet long--have members switch on and off for different shows. There are often three a day, and each show goes a little over…read more