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Best Places to Dine on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day

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Christmas is coming!  Christmas is coming!  It is hard to believe that we are only two and a half weeks away from the biggest holiday of the year, and with all of that comes the grueling task of endless cooking.  Luckily, this time around, you don’t need to do that!  We have found some amazing Manhattan locations that will be in the holiday spirit for both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day where you can eat, drink and be merry. [Read more…] about Best Places to Dine on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day

Hill Country Chicken is Texas Fried Goodness at its Best

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Cuisines run the muck here in Manhattan, but one that doesn’t seem to be that big or talked about is fried chicken.  Hill Country Chicken, however, has dispelled that myth by being the first here in Manhattan to bring authentic southern hospitality to our island, and people are loving every tasty minute of it. [Read more…] about Hill Country Chicken is Texas Fried Goodness at its Best

The Bernic Hotel’s Beautiful Presence Livens Up Turtle Bay

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Up until this past week, I had no idea there was a section of Manhattan called Turtle Bay.  Seriously!  Turtle Bay is technically on the east side of Midtown Manhattan. It extends from either 41st or 43rd Streets to 53rd Street, and eastward from Lexington Avenue to the East River’s western branch, facing Roosevelt Island (Thanks Wiki!).  With my knowledge intact, I was able to discover a gorgeous and brand new hotel on 47th between 3rd and 2nd that is a must for anyone this holiday season and beyond.  This location is called The Bernic, and after my experience there this weekend it is definitely a place you are going to want to check into. [Read more…] about The Bernic Hotel’s Beautiful Presence Livens Up Turtle Bay

Best Places to Go for NYE Outside of New York City

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Just a few more weeks and the whole world will be greeting a new year. And while one of the best places to greet any New Year is in New York City for its famous countdown in Times Square plus the revelries that happen both before and after the stroke of midnight of Dec 31st, it is not the only place where you can get fantastic experience saying goodbye to the old and welcoming the new year. Here are some of the best places to celebrate NYE outside of NYC. [Read more…] about Best Places to Go for NYE Outside of New York City

Society Cafe at Walker Hotel Delights & Dazzles

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Society Cafe has officially opened in the absolutely gorgeous Walker Hotel Greenwich Village.  Located on the lower half of the hotel, the new restaurant is helmed by chef Chris Zabita, who expertly brings farm to table dishes and crafts them to perfection for each customer.  I had the pleasure of dining there this past Saturday night, and was pleasantly thrilled with everything they had to offer. [Read more…] about Society Cafe at Walker Hotel Delights & Dazzles

Ski Enthusiast Have a New Destination with Finger Lakes Region

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With the holidays in full swing this is also an indication that New Yorkers are planning their winter getaways. Your interest will ultimately determine which type of destination you’ll choose. The acutely chic crowd are more than likely planning a tropic vacation which is cool, anyone can appreciate clear blue water. [Read more…] about Ski Enthusiast Have a New Destination with Finger Lakes Region

“A Merry Little Christmas with Megan Hilty” at Joe’s Pub- Review

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Megan Hilty is not fat. After opening with a spirited Jingle Bell Medley (“Jingle Bells”, “Jingle Bell Rock”, and “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”) at Joe’s Pub on Saturday night, Hilty remarked, “Wow! That was a lot of Christmas just now,” and proceeded to break the ice by explaining her pronounced mid-section. “Can we address the baby bump?” she said. “I know some of you might think that Megan has really let herself go, but in fact, I am expecting a baby boy in March!” [Read more…] about “A Merry Little Christmas with Megan Hilty” at Joe’s Pub- Review

#WeAreHer: Assuring Professional New York Women of Their Voices

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In the wake of the recent and, to many, traumatizing presidential election, people who have been threatened by the president-elect’s racist, xenophobic, and misogynistic comments have been trying to come to terms with the results. They’ve been turning to cathartic media, planning marches, and in some cases, gathering with like-minded individuals to simply try to heal and de-stress. [Read more…] about #WeAreHer: Assuring Professional New York Women of Their Voices