Rolf’s NYC: It’s Like You’ve Died and Gone to Christmas Heaven
In the spirit of the holidays I thought I should share with you the most spectacular Christmas experience in NYC! You must go to Rolf’s in NYC! It’s incredible. Rolf’s gives a new meaning to the term “Deck the Halls.” You haven’t seen Christmas decorations until you’ve seen this place. It’s a rustic German...
Scenes From an Italian Restaurant: Review of Manhattan Hotspot, Ballato’s
After reading a rave review in the New York Times about Ballato’s elite celeb clientele the forever-tourist in me made a mental note that I HAD to get there. Saturday night I end up down the street with close friends after a few glasses of wine and the clock struck 1045 and we figured that...
Aragosta Fairmont Hotel Restaurant Review
The Fairmont Copley Plaza has a sister hotel in Boston’s waterfront! Fairmont Battery Wharf! This is the Fairmont’s answer to modern luxury. The property is breathtaking and has gorgeous views of the wharf. Aragosta’s real draw I would imagine is the outdoor seating with such a beautiful view! Such a romantic spot if you’re visiting...
Oak Room Best Steak in Boston
Too many establishments serve steaks, the Oak Room worships them! Upon making my reservations at the Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel I was invited by the Public Relations department to review their famous steak restaurant, the Oak Room. Well, you can imagine my excitement! Although I’m mostly vegan these days, that does not apply to birthday...
Earl’s Beer and Cheese Review! As Cheezy as It Gets on the Upper East Side!
Get your ass to this discreet bar in east Harlem before it’s too crowded to get in (I know, I can’t believe I went to Harlem either, but guess what, it’s only 8 blocks away from my apartment-amazing or scary? You be the judge!) After being hit with a rave review by New York Magazine...
The Hurricane Club a Restaurant Review
Aloooooooooooooooooooooooha, ladies!! I had been dying to try out the Hurricane Club ever since I heard about its tropical, Tiki theme! It’s essentially a modern tiki bar with a fancy fusion twist! It gives you the feeling of a retro tropical bar but with a classy touch. Its high ceilings and layout make it spacious...
Flex Mussels NYC Review Complete with Deep Fried Whoopie Pie
Image Courtesy: New York Journal After dinner tonight at Flex Mussels I nearly had to roll myself the 10 blocks home to my apartment after the massive amount of food we consumed. The space is deceptively small from the outside but when you get to the back room there are high ceilings and warm decor. In...
Lana’i Must Eat Restaurant: Lana’i City Grille
Lana’i City Grille at Hotel Lana’i is a true gem that’s worth it’s high price tag in my opinion. Afterall, nothing is locally grown on Lana’i so everything has to be either shipped or brought onto the island. The food was nicely presented, generous and very tasty. The drinks were poured with love and the...
Best Mexican Restaurant on Upper West Side in Manhattan NYC! Don’t Judge a Book By Its Cover…If you even noticed it
Manhattan has so many wonderful gems…but they’ll cost you. There comes a point in a couple’s life when you start caring less about atmosphere and fruity martinis and just want good food at a reasonable price. We’ve reached that point. While there used to be a time where weekly dates lead us to Rosa Mexicana...
Best Vegetarian Korean in New York City Han Gawi Best Ginger Tea!
This place is a gem! Apparently Zagat thinks so too as it was voted best Korean and Vegetarian 2 years in a row. You should seriously run before the word gets out. When you walk in you must remove your shoes, which at first I thought was rather irritating but came to enjoy it was...
Best Restaurant in Vermont- Simon Pearce is Worth Every Penny Best Romantic Getaway From New York City!
So, as you know, Panties, I recently returned from a fantastic trip to Vermont. On our journey a friend recommended Simon Pearce restaurant to us so we figured we’d try it on my birthday. I’m telling you, this was probably the most romantic dinner I’ve ever been to. And not to steal credit away from...
Best NYC Upper West Side Eats: Brunch Edition: Popover Cafe!
Upper West Side family favorite is shabby-chic and filled with teddy bears and love.Lots of families and friends meeting and catching up over eggs. You can even get a little tipsy with a cutely named beverage or as they call it a “Pop-tail” Famous for its popovers that you can slather up with strawberry butter,...
