Luxe Life NYC

Oscar Wilde: A Wild And Delicious Ride Into The Past

August 14, 2018

The over-the-top Victorian look of Oscar Wilde on 27th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues is a marvel to behold. There are marble fireplaces, the longest bar in New York (at an incredible 118 feet), elaborate Victorian ceiling lamps, randomly placed oddball vintage furniture and portraits of the man himself, Oscar Wilde. I swear that I even stumbled upon a…read more

Beauty

Going For The Gold At SkinSpoke: Experiencing A 24 Karat Gold Ultra Therapy Facial!

August 12, 2018

Last week, I was fortunate enough to be able to try the 24 Karat Gold Ultra Therapy Facial by one of New York City’s most trusted estheticians, Carol Chan. At SkinSpoke, her new West Village spa, Carol is responsible for the luminous skin you see on actresses like Christine Evangelista and models like Hannah Donker, both who adore the 24K…read more

Lifestyle

YO1 Luxury Nature Cure: A Tranquil Retreat In The Catskills That Will Become Your Second Home

August 10, 2018

The first Nature Cure destination of its kind in America, YO1 Luxury Nature Cure is a brand new luxury wellness retreat created to awaken the body’s ability to self-heal (it opened in Monticello, NY on the former site of Kutcher's Resort on June 21). Surrounded by 1,310 acres of natural beauty, including two lakes and lush green forests in the…read more

Food

Trattoria Italienne: Where The Best European Flavors Mingle!

August 4, 2018

I was thrilled to be able to visit Trattoria Italienne at 19 West 24th Street in the Flatiron District last night--several food blogger pals have raved about their experiences there to me in the past month! While it is billed as Northern Italian with Southern French fusion style food, I noticed a lot of Spanish influences on the menu items.…read more

Food, Travel

Booking.com’s Taste Of Travel Townhouse Event: Innovative Tastes With Marcus Samuelsson!

August 1, 2018

I headed over to the posh yet classic stooped 1891 townhouse at 118 West 76th Street yesterday for booking.com’s Taste Of Travel event. Set up outside was the Taste Of Travel food truck, which lucky passersby were able to sample food from gratis (plus they got to press the flesh with legendary chef Marcus Samuelsson, the host of the event…read more

Lifestyle

Jill Zarin’s Sixth Annual Luxury Luncheon: Fun In The Hamptons Sun With Reality Stars And Unique Luxury Brands!

July 29, 2018

I always have a lot of fun at Jill Zarin’s Luxury Luncheon--yesterday’s event was my fourth time meeting and mingling with housewives and other Bravo reality stars, chowing down on some great burgers and steak, and interacting with the fabulous brands who set up shop. This year Luann De Lesseps was not able to make the luncheon (you might have…read more

Travel

The Inn On Fifth: Chic Yet Laid Back Living On The Other Fifth Avenue!

July 27, 2018

I was lucky enough to do a quick jaunt to the privately owned Four Star Diamond Award Naples hotel The Inn On Fifth this past week. The hotel is located smack dab in the center of all the action, but don’t expect much noise. Naples has strict anti-noise ordinances and the locals like having the reputation of the being the…read more

Beauty

Jane Iredale’s Triple Luxe Long Lasting Lipstick: 15 Perfect Colors That Feel As Good As They Look!

July 24, 2018

It’s always a pleasure to catch up with beauty guru Jane Iredale—who has been on top of her game for 20 years—and find out what’s new. She believes that natural is best and that makeup should feel as good as it looks. To celebrate the launch of the 15-color Triple Luxe Long Lasting Naturally Moist Lipstick, Jane and her pr…read more

Fashion, Lifestyle

Lividini & Company’s Holiday 2018 Preview: Viewing Vera Bradley, MCM, Sperry and more!

July 24, 2018

I always love to see what the Lividini & Company staff has up their sleeves during their previews. During the year they do seasonal previews for all their clients but in mid-July, influencers get to see all the clients in one place displaying their holiday goods. There was something for everyone from the most conservative to the most cutting edge.…read more

Lifestyle

The First Annual Hamptons Interactive Influencer Brunch At Topping Rose House: Sipping ‘N Sampling In The Sun!

July 23, 2018

I was thrilled to be able to attend the First Annual Interactive Influencers Brunch at the Topping Rose House this past Saturday, July 21st. There were a great mix of bloggers, cable TV personalities, YouTubers, luxury and natural lifestyle brand owners and fun people who simply like to party in the Hamptons. The first step to any great Hamptons party…read more

Food

Perrine: Why It’s New York Restaurant Week’s “Go To”!

July 19, 2018

It’s no secret that I love to dine at Perrine inside the Upper East Side’s tony and legendary Pierre Hotel and I recently took in a preview of their Summer 2018 New York Restaurant Week Lunch deal which costs just under $30 for three courses. Chef Ashfer Biju does a highly creative mix of Modern American and French cuisines with…read more

Food

Opry City Stage: Country Cookin’ (And Pickin’) Comes To The Big Apple

July 16, 2018

For a long time, visitors to Times Square have wondered how this legendarily busy area could be without some great old-fashion country eats—after all, you can get every other type of cuisine around there from Italian to Peruvian to Lebanese especially if you walk west anywhere in the 40s. Well, never fear because Opry Stage is here and it is…read more

Fashion, Travel

The Fun Shops On The Carnival Horizon: Shopping Experiences Taken To New Heights On The High Seas!

July 15, 2018

I recently got to climb on board the Horizon, the newest ship from Carnival, at Manhattan’s Pier 88 at Twelfth Avenue between 48th and 49th Streets. My visit was courtesy of Starboard Cruises who wanted to show off their wonderful two floors of “Fun Shops"--this is the largest aggregation of stores on any cruise ship and it is truly like…read more

Food

The Generous Pour: The Capital Grille Presents A Wine Lovers Utopia For Only $28 Per Person!

July 15, 2018

I adore the Capital Grille and make no secret of it that it is my favorite national upscale steakhouse. But did you know that from July 4th through Labor Day they offer the best bang for the buck in the wine world? For $28 and the purchase of a dinner entree, you get endless pours of seven killer wines from…read more

Food

Chefs & Champagne 2018: Time To Return To The Hamptons’ Best Foodie Gathering!

July 12, 2018

Chefs & Champagne is a stellar event--and not just because it's in the Hamptons where the standards for fete fare is high or because its an official event f the James Beard Foundation. This event held starting at 6 PM on the last Saturday of every July at Wolffer Estate Vineyard in Sagaponack, NY, features dozens of the tristate's best…read more

Food

Fancy Food Show 2018 Highlights: Visiting Old Favorites And Checking Out New Innovative Brands

July 4, 2018

I have attended the Summer Fancy Food Show at the Javits Center for 20 years now and it never disappoints. It's the ultimate place to check out the latest food trends but also a place where you know you can visit old favorites--and always get to taste something good. It's for three days and you will find yourself incredible full…read more

Lifestyle

A Rebalancing Act For Maximum Health!

June 29, 2018

I was recently at the office of Dr. Natalya Fazylova, DNP, ANP-BC, BCIM, at 635 Madison Avenue for an evening where she presented the 411 behind her Rebalance 360 program for both potential patients and current ones. Dr. Fazylova is known as a "wellness and lifestyle architect" and that is actually what she considers herself to be even more than…read more

Beauty

A Summer Soiree With Alcone: Pizza, Prosecco & Palettes!

June 28, 2018

I was lucky enough to be invited to Limelife By Alcone's recent summer soiree for beauty editors and influencers at Gallow Green on the rooftop of the McKittredge Hotel in the Highline neighborhood. It was an intimate event for about 20 guests who drank wine and prosecco on big comfy outdoor couches, checked out all the great Alcone products on…read more

Lifestyle

Neiman Marcus Holiday 2018 Catalog Preview: So Many Oohs ‘N Aahs, So Little Time!

June 21, 2018

A highlight of any holiday season is knowing when the Neiman Marcus catalog is coming--well, these days they still print the catalog but most shoppers are perusing NM's holiday goods online. I do not have to tell you that the Neiman Marcus holiday catalog is famous for its extravagant items but the truth is, there are dozens if not hundreds…read more

Food

Lillie’s Victorian: A Step Back In Time, A Step Forward In Fun!

June 20, 2018

Lillie's Victorian celebrates the sense of fun that is namesake, the legendary Lillie Langtry, brought out in her fans. I visited the Union Square area location at 13 East 17th Street just this week and was delighted with the sweet and sentimental vibe created by the exposed brick walls, the high tin-covered ceilings, dramatic carved dark wood extra-long bar, red…read more

Food

The Chinese Club: Blending Chinese & Indian Cuisines And Creating Mouth Watering Results!

June 11, 2018

Last week I was lucky enough to go to the brand spankin' new Chinese-Indian eatery The Chinese Club--located at 102 Lexington Avenue between 27th and 28th Streets in the famous foodie neighborhood of Curry Hill--and was blown away. I have never had this unique combination of cuisines before. The first thing that awaits you at your table in this warm…read more

Lifestyle

The Dad’s Day Hit List: Gifts That You Just Can’t Go Wrong With!

June 6, 2018

Dad might seem fussy to you but I've picked out gift items that any dad would love no matter his age or what his tastes are. Even the biggest "tough guy" would enjoy these picks--and most of them won't break the bank! These choices are in no particular order: 18.21 Man Made's Shampoo, Conditioner And Body Wash is a great…read more

Entertainment, Lifestyle, MISCELLANEOUS

THE SOFITEL’S TONY AWARDS SUITE: When You’re Tonys Obsessed, There’s Only One Place To Stay!

June 4, 2018

The Sofitel is centrally located at 45 West 44th and has long been the place to stay for Tony nominees and their guests--but it also is a favorite of Tony Awards attendees and those who just like the hustle and bustle of being close to the Theater District. Now the Sofitel has created the ultimate Tony Awards oasis called--you guessed…read more

Lifestyle

Hooters’ Summer Brunch: More Than Just World-Famous Wings!

June 3, 2018

I have always loved Hooters for their wings--they really live up to their reputation--and the kitchen staff always gets it right on the degree of spiciness that you want. But now Hooters has a great Summer Brunch that goes through Labor Day (and might just evolve into a Sunday Football Brunch after that) which is a great bargain and features…read more

Beauty

What’s In My “It” Bag For Summer 2018?

June 1, 2018

It goes without saying that I am a huge fan of It Cosmetics and I am excited that this innovative company has created minis that are perfect for taking along in my beach bag or wherever my travels take me this summer! I like to especially keep on top of reapplying my lip color and making sure that nothing I…read more

Lifestyle

Kick Back With A Glass Of Rose And Some “Summer Bites” At The Pierre’s Rose Terrace!

June 1, 2018

I was lucky enough to check out The Pierre Hotel's Rose Terrace last night--it is an offshoot of the legendary luxury hotel's wonderful French-American fusion eaterie Perrine helmed by remarkable Pierre executive chef Ashfer Biju and it only exists from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Don't laugh but it isn't a terrace at all! Basically, you walk about fifty feet…read more