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One on One with Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Erika Jayne!

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It takes a woman with an exceptional presence to make any kind of lasting impression in the world of the public juggernaut that is the “Housewives” franchises.  Erika Jayne is that woman.  Feisty, provocative, glamorous and drop dead gorgeous, yet well spoken and refined, she was a much needed addition to season 6 of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.  Known also by her married name Erika Girardi, she has said that she created Erika Jayne as her alter ego to keep her stage persona as a separate entity from who she really is.

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Bad Boy Reunion Tour Blew Through Madison Square Garden Saturday!

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Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour hit Madison Square Garden Saturday night for the tour’s hometown performance, and the all-star lineup that included Sean ‘Diddy Combs AKA Puff daddy Lil’ Kim, Mase, Faith Evans, Black Rob, Total Carl Thomas, 112, The Lox and French Montana delivered an unforgettable evening of the iconic label’s unforgettable hits. The stacked bill encapsulated over 25 years of Bad Boy talent and featured special guests including Kanye West for a show that brought the house down at the famed Garden. [Read more…] about Bad Boy Reunion Tour Blew Through Madison Square Garden Saturday!

Brilliant Cocktails and Eats at Sons and Daughters Fab Brunch

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Located under the trestles of the high line on 10th Avenue is a fairly new gem that deserves your attention.  A bar and a restaurant, Sons & Daughters is perfect for socializing with its large tables and bigger-on-the-inside feel.  Beautifully decorated, the space was incredibly comfortable and cool.  Tiled walls and thoughtful lighting make for an elegant, but easy going room.

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New York Yankees Steakhouse Has Your Labor Day Weekend Covered!

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Manhattan Digest is your one stop shop for all things Labor Day, as we are providing some of the top locations to enjoy some food, drinks and fun with your friends and family.  The unofficial end of summer, Labor Day weekend in Manhattan provides a bevy of locations to celebrate the extended weekend to the best of your ability.  One place in particular that is guaranteed for you to have a great time is New York Yankees Steakhouse, located on W. 51st Street between 5th and 6th Avenue. [Read more…] about New York Yankees Steakhouse Has Your Labor Day Weekend Covered!

Need Last Minute Labor Day Plans? Spend it at The Roof!

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We have made it to Labor Day weekend!  Manhattanites rejoice!  The extended weekend is also the realization that summer is coming to an end, and we need to get out and enjoy all the fun in and out of the sun that we can.  If you still are in need of any Labor Day plans over the next three days, we have you covered.  One particular place that is guaranteed to get your party started is The Roof, located at the top of the amazing Viceroy Central Park New York. [Read more…] about Need Last Minute Labor Day Plans? Spend it at The Roof!

RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars RuCap: Inner Saboteur

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Previously, everyone read each other and RuPaul told the queens that there’s a twist. Tatianna and Roxxxy Andrews decided that Coco Montrese was the worst, and so she went home. Until she didn’t. This seems like that one season of The Biggest Loser that I tried to watch where the loser would get one last shot at weight loss, but we’ll see! [Read more…] about RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars RuCap: Inner Saboteur

Peter Tosh Museum to Open in New Kingston, Jamaica

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This October, late Reggae Legend Peter Tosh will be honored with the opening of a new museum dedicated to his life and impact on the music industry and the world. A founding member of the groundbreaking reggae group The Wailers along with Bob Marley and Bunny Wailer– his work with the group, later solo career, social activism, and advocacy of the Rastafarian religion have left a lasting mark on not only Jamaican culture, but the world at large. [Read more…] about Peter Tosh Museum to Open in New Kingston, Jamaica

Party Must Haves for The End of Summer from Fab.com!

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Sad to admit that summer is almost over!  It is getting darker when we wake up as well as in the nighttime when we have been used to it being light and breezy out until around 9PM.  Luckily, we have Labor Day weekend to look forward to, and that includes a bunch of festivities to spend the end of summer at.  Fab.com, our favorite shopping site, has some great must haves for you to bring or host with, that will definitely be crowd pleasers and get the conversation going throughout the weekend. [Read more…] about Party Must Haves for The End of Summer from Fab.com!