Luxe Life NYC - Part 4

The Best Of Food & Wine For Holiday 2023!

December 8, 2023

Everyone loves to enjoy themselves food and drink wise over the holidays—it’s great to just indulge and not worry once per year for a few days! Here are some of my top picks both for holiday gifting and dining. You can tell my deep love for rich and unusual food and drinks from this quick and fun list! MacKenzie Limited…read more

Food

Returning To “The Scene Of The Brine”: You Can Never Get Enough Juicy Chicken!

December 7, 2023

Brine is a unique casual chicken restaurant in Chelsea at 15th Street and Eighth Avenue. You cannot beat the varieties of chicken styles and the fact that brining the bird makes it naturally tender and juicy. Portions are large and one lunch entree like a half grilled chicken with fries for $18.79 can easily feed two people with big appetites…read more

Lifestyle

Top Holiday 2023 Beauty & Fragrance Picks!

December 4, 2023

I love these crowd pleasing, long lasting chic beauty and fragrance products for gifting. All are priced at $25 to $160 so they are truly affordable luxuries that range from moisturizers to curling irons! The newest women’s fragrance release from DKNY is DKNY Be Delicious Orchard Street Eau de Parfum and I was lucky enough to go to the launch…read more

Lifestyle

Holiday Gift Guide 2023: Quick Picks That You Can’t Go Wrong With!

November 30, 2023

Here is a quick selection of a dozen or so items that are real crowd pleasing items. All items are $25 to $399 so they are also affordable to the average person. If you are in the market for stocking stuffers, some of them might even fit into a holiday stocking. I am crazy about Bluetooth ear buds that actually…read more

Food

The Newest Eataly Location: Bringing “Real Deal” Italian Fare To Soho!

November 22, 2023

I don’t have to tell you that Eataly features the “best of the best” of authentic Italian fare to eat on the premises or take home. They have plenty of great gift baskets and wrapped panettone that you cannot find anywhere else in the city! (I plan to purchase several of these for the holidays.) I perused all these great…read more

Food

Fogo De Chao: Enjoying VIP Night At Their Newest Location In Willowbrook Mall (Wayne, NJ)!

November 17, 2023

I adore Fogo De Chao but up until last night the only location that I had visited was the one right across the street from the Museum Of Modern Art in Midtown! I was thrilled to get to attend the VIP opening event/dinner at the newest Fogo location at Willowbrook Mall in Wayne, NJ. About 200 guests got the royal…read more

Entertainment

Bank Of America Winter Village: Bringing Bryant Park Alive For The Holiday Season! Check Out The Tree Lighting on 11/28 at 6 PM!

November 16, 2023

Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park will host its annual Tree Lighting on Tuesday, November 28, at 6pm. This year’s event will be hosted by Broadway performers Jessica Vosk and Mauricio Martínez and will feature a stellar lineup of live skating performances from Olympic skaters Mariah Bell, Karen Chen, Ryan Bradley, and World Champion skating pair Alexa Knierim…read more

Beauty

Bath And Body Works: My Top Picks For Holiday Gifting!

November 13, 2023

I was lucky enough to do a press “shopalong” at the wonderful, user friendly Bath And Body Works store on the SW corner of 23rd Street and Park Avenue South. It was truly a “winter wonderland” experience and I was thrilled to pick out the top four or five items that work as everything from stocking stuffers to holiday dinner…read more

Lifestyle

Love Vs. Design Makes Wallpaper That Is The Perfect Pick Me Up For A New York City Apartment!

November 8, 2023

Living in the heart of the metropolis that's New York City brings both challenges and delights but it goes without saying that personal space is limited—plus everyone wants to have a stylish apartment even if they’re working with 500 square feet or less (which most of us are). The interior design trend gaining popularity and making city living more convenient…read more

Entertainment

The Launch Of Lenovo’s Legion Go—The Brand’s First Ever Hand Held Gaming Device!

November 6, 2023

I was so lucky to be able to attend the launch of Lenovo’s first ever hand held gaming device, the Lenovo Legion Go, at the gorgeous Nomo Hotel at 9 Crosby Street in Soho. It was great fun to go to different booths in the room and check out Lenovo gaming devices both new and old, eat delicious food and…read more

Food

Wonder Bread’s Wonder-Ful Event At Macy’s: Mixing Philanthropy With A “Night Time Breakfast” Prepared by Katie Lee Biegel!

November 3, 2023

Last night’s event at Macy’s cooking school on the 8th floor was a lot of fun! Katie Lee Biegel and her colleagues made a fabulous “night time breakfast” for about 25 influencers. There were mimosas, frittata, sautéed golden potatoes and the star of the evening, a Caramel Apple French Toast Sandwich made with Wonder Bread. The event also celebrated Wonderbread’s…read more

Food

Philippe Chow Gives Back During National Breast Cancer Month

October 30, 2023

Philippe By Philippe Chow restos have a few breast cancer awareness initiatives happening this month. I went to the downtown location in the trendy Dream Hotel (355 West 16th Street) to get the full Philippe Chow experience! I actually visited for Philippe Chow’s official breast cancer awareness dinner called Chow For A Change on October 26th and loved every minute…read more

Travel

Cunard’s Queen Anne Prepares To Set Sail With An Amazing Event at Cipriani 25 Broadway!

October 29, 2023

I was lucky enough to attend a magical event for travel press and agents back on October 18, 2023, when Cunard introduced elements of their newest ship, Queen Anne. This stunningly beautiful celebratory event at the company’s former NYC offices 25 Broadway – now known as Cipriani 25 Broadway. Unveiling art by contemporary artwork that will appear on board and…read more

New York Events

The Noel Shoe Museum Gala: A “Soleful” Event That Shoe Addicts Shouldn’t Miss!

October 28, 2023

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

Food

Patisserie Vanessa: Top Quality French Baking Comes To Carnegie Hill And The Locals Are Loving It!

October 20, 2023

I had a lot of fun learning about all the great, authentic Southern French sweet and savory items at Patisserie Vanessa from Vanessa and her friendly hubby Marc yesterday in Carnegie Hill. This place has had a booming business ever since it opened in April but it was not opened up without a lot of elbow grease—as a matter of…read more

Food

NYCWFF 2023: An Extra Memorable Four-Day Fest For Foodies That’s Always Worth Attending!

October 16, 2023

The much-anticipated New York City Wine & Food Festival (NYCWFF) of 2023 proved to be a spectacular celebration of culinary delights, with an array of engaging events that left food enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike spellbound. Among the various gatherings that adorned this year's festival, the two-day Grand Tasting event stood out as a true testament to the spirit of gastronomic…read more

Food

Li-Lac Chocolates’ 100th Anniversary: A Sweet Celebration That YOU Can Participate In!

October 14, 2023

Li-Lac Chocolates is a renowned chocolate brand with a rich history dating back to its establishment in Manhattan a century ago—as a matter of fact, it’s the city’s oldest chocolate house and many adorable vintage chocolate molds are used to make standalone chocolates like Easter bunnies and giant pumpkins! Known for their exquisite flavors and high-quality ingredients, Li-Lac Chocolates has…read more

Food

Kellari Taverna: New York’s Most Authentic High End Greek Eatery (With A Family Feel)!

October 12, 2023

I recently visited the well-reviewed Kellari Taverna on 44th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues and was blown away by the authentic Greek fare (most of the attentive staff is Greek as well). You will fall in love not only with the seafood and farm fresh veggie-based cuisine but the unique décor that mixes rustic Greek charm with a “city…read more

Food

Hortus: This Posh Midtown Pan Asian Eatery Impresses At Every Turn!

October 11, 2023

The posh yet modern Hortus offers an amazing three course prix fixe dinner for $70/pp that lets each guest pick an appetizer, entree and dessert off their celebrated menu—the best part is that included is a glorious and generous assortment of fresh seafood called the Royal Platter which comes out first! I don’t have to tell you how much fresh…read more

Food

Kings Of Kobe: Midtown’s King Of “Meat ‘N Greet”!

October 9, 2023

I love Kings Of Kobe not just because I am a maniac for a good steak but because they bring a new vibe to Midtown’s diversified foodie scene. Amazing American Wagyu beef is used for everything from the meatball sliders on up, so you can’t go wrong! The location is just east of the river on West 42nd Street so…read more

Fashion

THE DETAILS BEHIND THE FREDERICK ANDERSON NYFW SHOW’S HAIR LOOKS CREATED BY MASTER STYLIST EDWARD TRICOMI!

September 14, 2023

On September 13th, 2023, Frederick Anderson debuted his Spring/Summer 2024 collection at NYFW, featuring elegant lines and alluring silhouettes through ballet-inspired and sultry tailoring with textures redefined by structure and contrast. Master Hair Stylist Edward Tricomi of the Warren Tricomi Salon was moved by the Swan Lake inspired collection and brought a 70s twist to the show’s overall hair look…read more

Fashion

The Fashion Bomb Daily NYFW Show: Always Surprisingly Quirky, Creative And Fashion Forward!

September 12, 2023

I was lucky enough to get a ticket for the highly anticipated twice yearly Fashion Bomb Daily NYFW show aka The Bomb Fashion Show, brought to you by the folks at Fashion Bomb Daily Magazine. The show started out with an hour pre-show party in a back room that included red carpet photo ops. There were three specialty cocktails and…read more

New York Events

A Peak At The Fragrance Foundations Second Annual Connections Luncheon!

September 11, 2023

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

Food

This Year’s NYC Food & Wine Festival By Capital One Celebrates Rap’s 50th Anniversary! Be Prepared For Events Featuring Everything From BBQ to Brunch Favorites!

September 9, 2023

NEW YORK, NY -- The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (NYCWFF) is New York City’s premier culinary event. The Festival will celebrate 16 years this October 12-15, 2023, with more than 80+ events and over 500 chefs from around the world. A variety of tastings, seminars, intimate dinners, late-night parties and more…read more

Lifestyle

Tea Around Town: The Most Fun Way To Tour The Big Apple!

September 8, 2023

I recently got tickets to Tea Around Town and loved every second. Imagine drinking several tea and champagne, eating tea sandwiches and sweets and getting serenaded by a singing tour guide while you take in the great sites of Manhattan. The buses used are of the vintage variety and are adorably renovated. I love the steep old wooden steps that…read more

Food

Speakeasy Wine Dinner VIP Preview With Chef Simon Cordes: You Can Book Your Own Customized Dinner In An Amazing Midtown Loft!

September 6, 2023

I recently went to the Speakeasy Wine Dinner VIP Preview with Chef Simon Cordes that took place at LOFT 29 (located at 208 West 30th Street, Suite 801). You can book this amazing space and get your own customized dinner helmed by Chef Simon and his team! You and your guests get stunning uptown views that cover from West 30th…read more

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