For as fun and frolicky as LOGO’s show “Fire Island” has been so far, it is good to see that they are weighing out the lighthearted material with some serious issues in hopes that many others can relate to the cast members personal struggles. On last night’s new episode, one of its prime cast members Justin Russo opens up to his friend Khasan Brailsford about his own issues in his life which lead to an attempted suicide. [Read more…] about Fire Island’s Justin Russo Brings Weight Opening Up About Mental Disorders
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One on One with Culinary Superstar Chris Santos & His New Cookbook!
Chris Santos has become one of the biggest names in the culinary world over the past decade, especially with his presence in the Manhattan restaurant scene with his amazing restaurants Beauty & Essex, The Stanton Social & VANDAL New York, as well as his appearances on a variety of Food Network shows including my personal favorite, Chopped. Chris has recently unveiled his new cookbook that just came out last week called, SHARE: Delicious and Surprising Recipes to Pass Around Your Table, which offers over 100 extraordinary “big platter” recipes for Chef’s creative take on old school favorites, specifically made for family-style dining, as well as small plates that are fun to serve when entertaining. [Read more…] about One on One with Culinary Superstar Chris Santos & His New Cookbook!
13 Reasons Why’s Christian Lee Navarro on Tony, Life & More
Christian Lee Navarro is going through something quite special, that not a lot of people in any industry faces. Within a month, his name has become one of the most talked about in the entertainment industry, due to his role as Tony on Netflix’s wildly successful series 13 Reasons Why. Christian, whose prior acting credits include the HBO series Vinyl, is experiencing a metamorphosis of sorts as he has gone from a somewhat known person in the acting world to defining “what’s next” in Hollywood. Tony, just like himself though, have quite a lot in common which makes the role for Christian that much more personal. [Read more…] about 13 Reasons Why’s Christian Lee Navarro on Tony, Life & More
My Incredible & Memorable Experience at Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen!
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen has become a pop culture phenomenon since its debut almost a decade ago in August of 2009. As a self-proclaimed Bravo-holic, I have been obsessed with this crazy little half hour show, where the devilishly handsome & hysterical Andy chats with an assortment of celebrities about their own careers and what’s going on in the world at that moment. Last month, I had the AMAZING opportunity to go to a live taping of the show as an audience member (hopefully bartender soon!) and really got to experience first hand just how amazing a show like this can be. [Read more…] about My Incredible & Memorable Experience at Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen!
Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos & More Attend “Fire Island” Premiere Party!
Atlas Social Club in Hell’s Kitchen played host to the premiere of LOGO’s upcoming docuseries “Fire Island“, which follows a group of six gay, young business professionals living together as they search for the romance, temptations, and thrills. Manhattan Digest was on the red carpet for this highly anticipated series, with the cast in full swing as well as executive producers Kelly Ripa & Mark Consuelos as well as some super awesome special guests! [Read more…] about Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos & More Attend “Fire Island” Premiere Party!
Andrew Zimmern & Renaissance Hotels Host “An Unusual Business Dinner”
New York City is an ever changing landscape. Finding unique spaces that embrace tradition, time and classic flavors is becoming more and more difficult as our neighborhoods disappear. This past Wednesday evening, myself and a group of fellow writers and food enthusiasts were taken on a journey by Chef, Writer, Television Host, and Global Ambassador of Renaissance Hotels Andrew Zimmern. The evening was created to encourage business travelers to experience “5 to 9” with as much vigor as they approach their “9 to 5″. Titled “An Unusual Business Dinner”, this was an exciting & unpretentious foray into what is to come for their “Global Day of Discovery” in May. [Read more…] about Andrew Zimmern & Renaissance Hotels Host “An Unusual Business Dinner”
Point Honors Gala Salutes Uzo Aduba, Dustin Lance Black & More!
It is always good to see LGBTQ people be honored for their leadership and courage, and last night was no exception as The Plaza played host to the annual Point Honors Gala. The evening’s honorees are two major people in the entertainment game: Orange is the New Black star Uzo Aduba and Academy Award Winner Dustin Lance Black, who wrote the phenomenal film “Milk” as well as the recent ABC miniseries “When We Rise”. [Read more…] about Point Honors Gala Salutes Uzo Aduba, Dustin Lance Black & More!
RuPaul’s Drag Race S9E2 RuCap: The Passion of Valentina
Previously on RuPaul’s Drag Race, no one went home and someone came back from a previous episode, and we finally find out that it’s Cynthia Lee Fontaine! Were you surprised? Excited? Bored? Confused? Anyway, it turns out she’s had liver cancer, but is in remission and we get her cucu (sp). [Read more…] about RuPaul’s Drag Race S9E2 RuCap: The Passion of Valentina
RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 9, Episode 1 RuCap: Gagging for Your Gaga
It’s back!!!! Yas, hunty!!! It’s RuPaul’s Drag Race Season Eleventy First (actually nine, we just wanted to be extra), and we’re here to serve and to swerve for your realness and GAGA!!! *death drop* [Read more…] about RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 9, Episode 1 RuCap: Gagging for Your Gaga
Four Amazing Manhattanites You Need to Know Right Now
Over the course of running Manhattan Digest, I have had the privilege of meeting some incredibly savvy and interesting people throughout my endless experiences that have shaped the journey of this website. A lot of these people have left some pretty amazing impressions on me that bring up the need for this article in that they deserve some extra shine in the spotlight. They all come from different creative walks of life, but each of them are incredibly determined and focused in what they want to do with their careers, similar to myself, and that made it easy for me to put them on my list of Manhattanites that you need to know. [Read more…] about Four Amazing Manhattanites You Need to Know Right Now