An Inside Look at NYLO New York City: A Roaring Twenties Themed Boutique Luxury Hotel
Anyone who knows me knows that I’m a little obsessed with the roaring twenties. So when I hit the unveiling party for NYLO New York City, a luxury boutique hotel on the Upper West Side, I was pretty psyched to learn that the entire hotel had a heavy roaring twenties vibe. It actually reminded me...
The Affordable Art Fair Returns to New York City
Last night I had the pleasure to attend a kickoff party for the Affordable Art Fair. Their motto is, “Art always fits” and the fair curates an incredible collection, with works priced from $100-$10,000 (with a majority under $5,000). As my regulars know, I’m a huge fan of all types of art but sadly my...
New York City Local Favorite: Ovenly Gives Me a Reason to Head to Brooklyn!
Last week a co-worker brought in a few bags of spicy bacon caramel corn to the office. He told me I would swoon for the sweet and salty perfection-and boy was he right! And it was also spicy! A triple threat! This magnificent creation is the work of two brilliant babe bakers over at Ovenly...
What to Do in New York City This Weekend for Bastille Day
Y’all know that despite my Ohio roots that I’m a Francophile at heart, right? So what better way to celebrate France than to enjoy some Bastille Day celebrations! Bastille Day marks a key moment in the French Revolution, the storming of the Bastille and eventual freedom for the masses. And this is why I love...
Weekend Getaways from New York City: My Review of Foxwoods and MGM Grand Resort and Casino
This past weekend I had the pleasure to be invited out to Foxwoods for an assignment. I had never been and was so excited to go. I’m not much of a gambler but I was looking forward to food, fun and sun by the pool! We left early Saturday morning of Memorial Day weekend and...
Best Restaurants Upper East Side New York City
As y’all know, I am an Upper East Sider in terms of real estate, but my tastebuds are a bit more sophisticated-than most restaurants that is. When I first moved up here I will admit I talked quite a bit of trash about the lack of culinary options but I am here to tell you...
Local New York City Favorites: Minetta Tavern, the Best Burger in NYC?
The other day I did it, I finally made it to New York’s renowned restaurant, Minetta Tavern for its famous burger. This old-town NYC bistro lived up to all the hype. Even calling nearly a week in advance for a reservation on a Wednesday evening, the only time I could get was a 5:30. Don’t...
Japanese Restaurant Week in New York City Begins March 4!
Japan Week, a public-private partnership that promotes Japanese culture, food and beverages to encourage travel to Japan, today announced that Japanese Restaurant Week will take place in New York City from March 4-18, 2013 with 35 restaurants participating. That’s right y’all! Just one more reason to try some of the best Japanese food that NYC...
Best Things to Do in New York City: The Perfect Afternoon at Neue Galerie & Cafe Sabarsky
The Neue Galerie New York is located on 86th Street and Fifth Avenue, just across from Central Park. The lovely structure was designed by the same team responsible for the New York Public Library. The Neue Galerie houses New York’s leading collection of German and Austrian Expressionist art. The galleries include works by Gustav Klimt,...
Local New York City Favorites: Artichoke Basille’s Pizza in the East Village, Greenwich Village and Chelsea
Whether you’re a local or a tourist, if you’re looking for the perfect slice of New York pizza, look no further than Artichoke Basil’s pizzeria and restaurant just east of Union Square in the East Village (one of several locales-others in Chelsea and Greenwich village). You can either grab a slice at the counter...
Local New York City Favorites: Streecha Restaurant, a Foodie’s Ukranian Heaven on the Lower East Side
Hidden in the underbelly of a church on the Lower East Side lies a Ukranian gem, Streecha. Now, it might not look like much from pictures, but let me assure you, it looks worse in person. Sketchy is the word that I believe best describes it. Vintage paintings of Madonna and Child surrounded, plastic tablecloths,...
Annual Winter Wine Festival Returns to New York City in 2013
On Saturday, February 9, 2013, New York City hosted its fourth annual Winter Wine Festival in Times Square. Guests enjoyed wines from all over the world: Malbecs from Mendoza, Chiantis from Italty and Champagnes from France. There were nearly 200 wines to taste in all-quite an overwhelming feat even for the most eager wine connoisseur....
