New York Events

The  fourth annual Noel Shoe Museum Gala, which took place last night, October 23, 2025, at St. Bartholomew's Church in New York City. The event is an annual fundraiser for the Noel Shoe Museum, the first and only footwear museum in the United States.  Highlights from last night's Shoe Gala included:  Live "Shoe Illusions" by world-renowned artist Johannes Stoetter, who uses body…read more

Yesterday I had to check out what’s currently going on on the now nationwide phenomenon known as the Tea Around Town tour bus which leaves from the 42nd Street side of the New York Public Library several times a day. Even the “library lions” give jealous stares that those get to board the TAT bus. Many of the patrons dress…read more

Jill Zarin’s Luxury Luncheon (also known as the “Luxe Lunch” for short) is the Hamptons’ most fun and diversified summer event. There are numerous lifestyle brands offering their latest and greatest full size items to guests until beautiful white tents—-and there’s always some great food truck and BBQ items to munch on. Let me add that there is always a…read more

TV personality Jill Zarin and Ticket2Events are thrilled to announce the return of Ticket2Events Presents: Jill Zarin’s Luxury Luncheon, an exclusive, invitation-only affair set to take place on Saturday, July 26th at 1 PM in Southampton, NY. Because the Luxe Lunch is private and by invitation only, the address will only be given out to confirmed attendees. Produced by celebrity…read more

There were so many amazing brands the KCMCONNECT event called Le Club Hamptons White Party in Easthampton on 5/25/25. They included too many to list but most of them were fabulous lifestyle brands including Sugared And Bronzed, TruNiagen, Ardell Beauty, Kali Curated, Harmony Proteins, Hotel Collection, Hastens Beds, Drink Wave, Hollywood Fashion Secrets, Orabella, Seeds Of Wellness, Salt And Stone,…read more

The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Red Dress Collection Concert is an iconic event where fashion, entertainment and philanthropy collide to shine a light on women’s heart health – and this year’s event was particularly memorable. Major celebrities like Carly Pearce, Sarah Drew, Christine Lahti, Jaimie Alexander, Porsche Williams, Busy Phillips, Abigail Spencer, Reyna Robert’s, Teyana Taylor, Wendie Malick, Saffron Burrows, Susan Kelechi Watson,…read more

I was so excited to be invited to the press preview for the Bryant Park Winter Village. I love that Bryant Park is turned into a winter wonderland every year. The 2024 edition is full of festive vibes, unique shopping, delicious food, and seasonal activities nicely situated smack dab in the middle of the city! Here’s a glimpse into what…read more

Wow, I just went to Watermark on South Street close to the South Street Seaport and was wowed by all the Oktoberfest fun that you can have right on the East River with views of a lifetime! There is not just world class German beer and fare, but games like Jenga, Connect Four and corn hole, and lots of lovely…read more

I had a blast at the recent Jill Zarin Luxe Lunch at the Southampton Inn that benefits thyroid cancer research. I had many favorite moments and enjoyed not only partaking of the food and spirits booths, but checking out all the cutting edge lifestyle brands on hand under a gorgeous white tent. The event was produced by celebrity event planners…read more

The Real Housewives Of New York “fan favorite” is happy to announce the return of her invitation only event on July 20th in Southampton (location will be disclosed to ticket holders a few days before the event). Celebrity-filled and highly anticipated, the legendary Jill Zarin’s Luxury Luncheon event produced by Ticket2Events is back with a gift bag valued at up to$5,000 and…read more

On Saturday, June 22, 2024, Hamptons tastemaker Vanessa Gordon will host the 5th Annual Hamptons Interactive Brunch at a private estate in Water Mill.  I have gone in previous years and can attest to what a great event this is. There are numerous activations that make for perfect selfie ops, amazing brunch food, and great surprises right and left! Last year…read more

I just took my third trip on the highly acclaimed and publicized Tea Around Town buses and I have to just say that it gets more exciting each time. Not only is the double decker pink bus the coolest vehicle on the Manhattan streets at the moment, but they keep updating the food and beverage selection. Prices range from $85…read more

I was lucky enough to attend second annual Noel Shoe Museum Gala on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at the Metropolitan Club in New York City. Vintage, rare, shoes were on display. For the first time in the United States, two incredible "living shoes" created by Italian artist Johannes Stoetter, were performed by contortionists. One shoe was a zebra print and…read more

I was so excited to be invited to the Fragrance Foundation Connections luncheon at Cucina 8 1/2 in midtown. Now in its second year, the Connections event is designed to bring together well-respected voices from diverse online outlets and magazines to celebrate New York Fashion Week, shine a spotlight on the integral connection between fragrance and style, and provide an…read more

The Hamptons Interactive Brunch presented by Vanessa Gordon of East End Taste and super party planners Sean Koski and Brian Kelly from Tickets2Events is one of the most memorable events of the Hamptons summer season. It’s been held four times so far and you never know what to expect as an influencer except that the food is always fantastic—that is…read more

Why am I so excited for this coming weekend? Because on this coming Saturday, August 5, 2023, at 11:30 AM, Hamptons Tastemaker Vanessa Gordon & Celebrity Event Planners Brian Kelly & Sean Koski of Ticket2Events will host the invitation-only 4th Annual Hamptons Interactive Brunch at the stunning waterfront eatery Baron’s Cove, 31 West Water Street in Sag Harbor, NY. As…read more

I have been to five of Jill Zarin’s Luxury Luncheons and the last one might just might have been the best. It was held for the second time at the Halsey House, the oldest house in the Hamptons, which has been open to the public since 1960. As usual, it was produced by the talented team of Brian Kelly and…read more

The always fashionable Pierre Hotel is fast approaching its tenth decade in business and the ballroom—which has been THE society showplace for galas, weddings and musical performances—has recently undergone an amazing renovation! There was a cocktail party to celebrate the reopening recently and they pulled out all the stops (just as you might have expected)! The best thing is that…read more

The Fragrance Foundation (TFF) recently hosted an intimate gathering of about 40 industry leaders, including brand owners, designers, media, influencers and style makers to celebrate New York Fashion Week and learn the latest on #FragranceForwardTFF sweeping industry-wide initiative dedicated to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the fragrance industry, at every level. Kathleen Hou, Francisco Costa, Linda G. Levy, Musa…read more

I never knew about El Ta'Koy until a I got a pitch letter from its PR team inviting me to one of their Soho Summer Luaus out on Terrace On 7 at The Dominick (246 Spring Street)--the most luxurious and modern hotel in Tribeca. I had not had Hawaiian food in years and when I read that they had a…read more

Over the past 20 years, Landmark Hospitality has built a huge and diversified portfolio of restaurants, venues and boutique hotels in the New Jersey and Pennsylvania areas. (Hudson House in Jersey City hosted a party for Nancy Shevell's family freight business and hubby Paul McCartney actually performed!) To celebrate the "Big 20" milestone, owners Frank and Jeanne Cretella (pictured above…read more

I was lucky enough to score an invite to the Bella Magazine 10th Annual Summer Cover Party at the Southampton Social Club. In case you are not familiar with it, Bella Magazine is a premiere women's luxury lifestyle magazine at the moment and it has great features on everything from health to entertainment but their fashion pages are particularly cutting…read more

It goes without saying that I live the annual Hamptons Interactive Brunch--I had gone pre-COVID and was excited when I got invited back this year. The event was co-hosted by former Real Housewives Of Dallas LeeAnne Locken and Owner/Publisher of East End Taste Magazine, Vanessa Gordon. The party planners were the highly creative Brian Kelly and Sean Koski of Ticket2Events.…read more