On July 30th, the staff at Eileen’s Special Cheesecake was well prepared for the influx of fans coming in to help celebrate the legendary bakery’s 50th anniversary and National Cheesecake Day. At 11 am there were already about 50 people on line coming in to get their generous sample of the newest flavor of cheesecake, Strawberry Charlotte, and get half…read more

I recently went to check out the non-alcoholic drink program called Fizz by Loews Hotels as featured at The Regency Bar & Grill, located in the iconic Loews Regency New York Hotel on Park Avenue and 61st Street. I also checked out some of the amazing lunch menu food including the Grill’s legendary strip steak and seared branzino—which everyone around…read more

I was lucky enough to get a chance to see what’s going on with Tea Around Town this summer and was thrilled to see how many families are on board these days and the great mix of guests overall. Tea time is something people of all ages love—but especially those with sweet tooth’s! The luxe tea service is $104 plus…read more

When you step into 87 Sussex, the first feeling is an elegant mellowness that makes you feel right at home. The main dining room is intentionally minimalist yet warm, reflecting its modern American seafood heavy menu with global influences. To get a little more detailed, it’s airy and open, with large front windows that let in the sunshine during brunch…read more

The Fancy Food Show (held twice per year in New York and San Francisco) is a foodie heaven but I probably did not have to tell you that. There is no place else in the world where you can discover 1000s of new food products from around the globe and revisit old favorites. Some items are quite surprising and there…read more

Attention fine cocktail lovers! Italian Aperitif Week is making a big splash in NYC this summer. Here’s the flavorful scoop: 🇮🇹 What & When Italian Aperitif Week runs from June 13 to 22, 2025, featuring 10 bars and restaurants across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. Presented by Fabbri 1905, in partnership with All About Italy and Toscana Tourism. 🍹 Experience &…read more

Easter meals should be special and feature some luxury foods, but they also should be easy to prepare and be able to please a crowd of all ages! I have picked some of my favorite brands that are strictly no fail and only require the most basic of cooking (and defrosting) skills, LOL! I have been an Omaha Steaks fan…read more

The chic yet unpretentious Monterey at 37 East 50th Street (close to the Lotte Palace Hotel) offers a unique dining experience blending traditional steakhouse favorites with contemporary American cuisine. The ambiance is upscale and welcoming, making it perfect for both casual outings and special occasions. They specialize in prime dry-aged steaks, roast prime rib (served from a beautiful white rolling…read more

The opening of Melba’s in the Grand Central Dining Concourse was a very big deal. Many celebs and dignitaries were on hand to for the event including singer Rhonda Ross Kendricks, talk show host Sherrie Shepherd and Bronx Borough Council President Vanessa L. Gibson. There were three blessings of the new restaurant before big ribbon cutting actually got underway (one…read more