When the word “Rosé” comes to mind, naturally it can turn my frown upside down, which is exactly what happened this past Friday. My friend and I went to the Rainbow Room’s Rosé Pop-Up. Currently, it is only popping up this month on Aug. 23rd, 24th and 31st (Bar SixtyFive at Rainbow Room is opened year round) and it was just announced that it will be extending into September on the 19th, 21st, 22nd and 25th. [Read more…] about The Rainbow Room’s Rosé Pop-Up a Big & Tasty Success
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Profundo Pool Club is Your Escape to a Heavenly Oasis
Profundo Pool Club, located on the third floor at Ravel Hotel in Queens, is a fish out of pond experience, except this fish is in a gorgeous pool setting amongst some super beautiful people. Queens Plaza Boulevard isn’t exactly the first place I would think of when the words “heavenly oasis” are paired together, yet after I went to their opening I can comfortably say that this place should definitely be on your radar before the summer ends. [Read more…] about Profundo Pool Club is Your Escape to a Heavenly Oasis
Where to Go to Celebrate National Rum Day Today!
August 16th marks yet another interesting holiday as today is National Rum Day! There are several restaurants participating, so which ones should you go to? We have found a list of 20 that are doing all that they can to celebrate National Rum Day in all of its sweet and delicious glory. [Read more…] about Where to Go to Celebrate National Rum Day Today!
Handcraft Kitchen & Cocktails Provides an Epic Brunch in a Chic Setting
I became aware of Handcraft Kitchen & Cocktails through an article I did about the best brunch spots you may not have heard of (see here). The nearly two year old location has become a bright spot in the Kips Bay area of Manhattan, and after salivating over some of the brunch items that I saw they serve, I knew that I had to hop on the 6 train down there to see what all the fuss was about. Boy, was I glad that I went. [Read more…] about Handcraft Kitchen & Cocktails Provides an Epic Brunch in a Chic Setting
Great Tricks to Making Custom Infusions in Your Manhattan Abode
As great as it is go to out in Manhattan, there is also nothing wrong with staying inside your beautiful apartment and entertaining your guests. One item that should always be on your “must” list when being a host or hostess for a party is some sort of alcohol, and what better than to be able to create your own homemade, custom infusions to impress your guests? [Read more…] about Great Tricks to Making Custom Infusions in Your Manhattan Abode
Gotham West Market Takes the Food Court Concept to Another Level
Gotham West Market is on trend for so many different reasons, the primary one being the elevated food court in which they have become known for. This concept is popping up all over Manhattan, yet the ones that I have tried in the past (see here), tend to be a bit crowded and congested upon arrival. Gotham West Market on the other hand is spacious and presents a fun and colorful environment where even the pickiest of eaters will find something that they will love to eat and come back for time and time again. [Read more…] about Gotham West Market Takes the Food Court Concept to Another Level
18th Annual Blues BBQ Festival Hits Hudson River Park Next Weekend!
We have a thing here for all things BBQ, especially when it brings the best of the best together to celebrate its sticky goodness (see our here for the Big Apple BBQ). Well hold on tight, because another round of BBQ deliciousness will be hitting the NYC area next Saturday, August 19th, as the 18th Annual Blues BBQ Festival will be invading Hudson River Park. [Read more…] about 18th Annual Blues BBQ Festival Hits Hudson River Park Next Weekend!
The Best Brunches in and Around Manhattan That You Never Heard Of
Brunches are one of the many reasons why Manhattanites look forward to the weekend (more on that here). It’s simply an excuse to have a drink with your eggs at 2 in the afternoon before you go shopping, check out a movie or walk the streets of our beautiful concrete jungle. With the bevy of brunch-type places that are out there, you may be surprised to hear of ones that you have never heard of. Today, we are spotlighting three locations that have banging brunches and ones that you should RSVP to asap. [Read more…] about The Best Brunches in and Around Manhattan That You Never Heard Of
Celebrate National S’Mores Day Tomorrow at Schmackary’s!
Schmackary’s is one of our favorite dessert type spots here in Manhattan, as their cookies are top of the line with a diverse amount of flavors (please do yourself a favor and try the Funfetti and Maple Bacon the next time you are there please!) With National S’Mores Day coming up tomorrow, this location is doing something super special to celebrate this ooey and gooey day that we know you will love! [Read more…] about Celebrate National S’Mores Day Tomorrow at Schmackary’s!
Gaby Braserrie Francaise Provides a Stellar Restaurant Week Menu
NYC Restaurant Week is in full swing here in Manhattan, where several restaurants are offering up some scrumptious deals on their best plates across the city. One in particular that caught our eye is the elegant and sophisticated Gaby Braserrie Francaise, located inside the lush Sofitel on 45th street between 6th and 5th avenue. I stopped by there with a friend a couple of days ago to try out their options (going on until August 18th), and was quite pleased with the selections they provided. [Read more…] about Gaby Braserrie Francaise Provides a Stellar Restaurant Week Menu