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Taittinger’s (Very) Early Winter Holiday Press Party Rocked

October 28, 2016
Taittinger Champagne is a classic that most people cannot picture the winter holidays without. I was lucky enough to attend a recent (early August) press event called The Art Of Celebrating The Holidays in a gorgeous townhouse in Gramercy Park that including being able to taste all their popular products including the runaway hit Prestige Rose with its lively flavor…read more
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Desi Galli: Taking Over The East Village With A Punjabi Punch

October 28, 2016
I recently visited Desi Galli at Avenue B and Tenth Street--this is a second location as they have already caused a big commotion at their Curry Hill spot. They have many classic Indian dishes but they bring the best of the Punjabi/gastropub movement that is so popular in London right to the East Village. (Some people also compare their cuisine…read more
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Nuts For Nambe: Blending Modernism With Classicism For A Real Wow Factor!

October 19, 2016
I was recently introduced to Name Jewelry via a blogger's event to announce that Macy's will be the one department store exclusively carrying this stunning handmade line by veteran jewelry designer Carolyn Pollack. Many Macy's bigwigs were there to meet and greet with bloggers and Carolyn herself on a step and repeat and everyone at the event got to peruse…read more
Fashion

Lovin’ LaCoste For Spring/Summer 2017: They’re Not Just About Polo Shirts!

October 18, 2016
While LaCoste's crocodile polos are longtime legends (and I am simply mad for the polos with the GIANT crocs on them because they always make me chuckle especially on a child), this company known for high quality and durable fashions has wonderful accessories. Their handbags are classic and fashion-forward and I love the way they have so many compartments. They are…read more
Fashion

The New Century 21’s At Albee Square In Downtown Brooklyn: We Went To The Ribbon Cutting And Shed Some Tears!

October 15, 2016
The ribbon cutting in early October for the new Century 21 store in Albee Square was not only attended by the Gindi family who owns it but all of the stores employees (dressed elegantly in black). There were more than 100 people in attendance when the ribbon was cut by the Gindis and their executive staff. Founder Al Gindi made…read more
Beauty

Back To The Beach (Without Actually Going To The Beach) Thanks To The Beachwaver!

October 8, 2016
I was lucky enough to go to a Beachwaver event with inventor and legendary hair stylist Sarah Potempa--who demonstrated many great effects the different size Beachwavers can create. It was a bloggers event at the glamorous Dream Downtown Hotel in Chelsea (complete with a wooden hot tub on the hotel suite's deck that blew my mind and made lots of…read more
Beauty

HOORAY FOR DR. MARK + HIS KM PRODUCTS–HE’S REALLY MAKING HIS MARK ON SKINCARE!

October 3, 2016
I recently attended a skin product launch event for Dr. Kenneth Mark at the Upholstery Store eatery in the West Village and started using his KM All-In-One Cleanser and KM Anti-Oxidant Boost which combine stem cells, antioxidants, peptides and revolutionary precious stone extracts that you can't find in other products and I have to say that they really made a…read more
Lifestyle

The Gilroy: A Speakeasy That Anyone Can Get Into!

September 27, 2016
I recently visited The Gilroy at the northwest corner of 81st and Second Avenue which has a great classic 1920's speakeasy feel--but I guarantee that you do not have to give in a secret password like was shown in several Three Stooges episodes and countless gangster flicks, LOL! Besides great eats--they have artisanal hard liquor and the mixed drink menu changes…read more
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TESSA: An Upper West Side Mediterranean Spot That Will Have You Saying “MMMM”!

September 22, 2016
I recently went to TESSA for the first time and was immediately blown away by it's wide open space (no "close seating" here) and the gorgeous criss cross iron lattice work on the ceiling. It gives a loft space feel but somehow TESSA still feels warm and like a "neighborhood place." When you sit down, you are offered an immense wine list but…read more
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Jill Zarin’s Lux Lunch: Best Hamptons Party Of Summer 2016

August 1, 2016
Jill Zarin's 4th Annual Lux Lunch had "a little something for everyone," as they say. There was a huge BBQ going on by the Zarin's gorgeous Southampton "endless" pool,  inside the kitchen was a "create your own chocolates" stand, in the living room was an assortment of highly creative jewelry and clothing designers (including Chic Boutique and Lyla Renai) and…read more
Lifestyle

SUPER SATURDAY–As Much Fun For Family As For “Super Shopper” Moms & Dads

July 28, 2016
I love OCFRA's Super Saturday which is one of the most popular and longest running annual events for Ovarian Cancer Research--but did you know it has as many activities for kids as for adults (if not more). There is face painting, Camp Divalycious which features any kind of craft a kid could want to make and even an amusement area complete…read more
Fashion

Get Your Favorite Brands At The Best Prices! CHECK OUT DEALMOON.COM!

July 28, 2016
I was just recently turned on to dealmoon.com, a site (now in its sixth year) that points out where to buy all your favorite department store brands--including Shiseido, La Mer, Estee Lauder, NARS, Chanel, Kate Somerville and more--for the best prices possible. All different type of outlets are suggested, and sometimes the best prices are actually given by your favorite…read more
Lifestyle

THE BEST OF THE BEST–NEW YORK’S BEST PARTIES, SOCIAL EVENTS & EATERY EXCLUSIVES

July 28, 2016
It's No Secret--I'm In Love With "The Generous Pour" At Capital Grilles Nationwide! I recently got to preview The Generous Pour's wonderful seven great wines (all rated above 90 by The Wine Review) which will be available from 7/10/17 to 9/3/17 at Capital Grilles across the country. I visited the West 51st Street branch and not only tested the seven…read more
Lifestyle

Frankie & Johnnie’s Steakhouse: A New York Legend Lives On In A New Location

July 28, 2016
Some people believe that there's nothing quite like a good steak and a potato--Frankie & Johnnie's Steakhouse, which started out in the 1920's as a speakeasy at 45th and 8th believes that as well, but takes this basic grub up a few notches to their culinary peaks! Sure, they have every cut of steak imaginable and in HUGE portions that two…read more
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The Iconoclast Dinner At The James Beard House: Cooking, Eating + Drinking for a Great Cause!

July 28, 2016
I was lucky enough to attend the VIP reception segment of the recent Iconoclast Dinner to benefit Spelman College and I got both an eyeful and a mouthful. The exclusive reception, dinner and afterparty might have cost a whopping $2K but every penny went to one of the most worthy causes on earth--giving advanced education to those who might not…read more
Entertainment

​ Victorian Gardens Update, Summer 2016: Still NYC’s Best Place For Summer Family Fun

July 18, 2016
I ventured back to Victorian Gardens on August 6th and fell in love with it all over again. My brother John, an executive at the Harry Fox Agency and my seven-and-a-half year old nephew, Frank (a second grade student at The Success School in Brooklyn) joined me once more. Yes, Frank did every ride and I did just about every…read more
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