Dun dun dun… Christmas is a week away! There are thousands of people out there still scrambling to find their loved ones something cute and fun to get them for the holiday season. Well, have no fear, because Manhattan Digest has once again found some incredible gift ideas from the likes of Lacoste, The Art Of Shaving and GourmetGiftBaskets, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Check out below to see what we have come up with.
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Yummy & Delicious Recipes for National Maple Syrup Day!
If anyone on this world doesn’t like the taste of Maple Syrup then quite frankly you need to get your head checked. Maple Syrup is up there (for me at least) with pizza, ice cream & cake in terms of universally delicious foods that you must try at least once in your life. On top of that, it has its own holiday! Yes today is National Maple Syrup Day for all of us Manhattanites and people around the country. And you are in luck if you plan on cooking up anything with Maple Syrup in it because Maple from Canada – the largest maple-producing region in the world – scouted this year’s cookbooks, food blogs, social media channels and even bars to find 2015’s best maple recipes.
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What Are The Hot Looks for the Holiday Season?
The holiday season is here and 2016 is right around the corner, and finding the perfect dress for your upcoming celebrations can be tough. While you’re getting ready to have all of your family over, or travel out to them, the last thing on your mind is what to wear. And with holiday office parties and epic new year’s eve plans ahead of you, you definitely want to look your best. So, here are some party ready dresses for all different budgets.
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Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas for the Busy Manhattanite
The holiday season is upon us and the time to exchange gifts with one another has either just finished (Happy Hanukkah!) or is coming up in the next week or so. Many of us, like myself, are still not doing with the holiday shopping and could use some tips as to what to get your loved ones! Well fear not, because here at MD we have created a pretty sweet list for all you Manhattanites out there. Check out what we have in store for you!
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The Saybrook Point Inn & Spa Boasts History, Luxury & More
Although the winter time this year seems more like an Indian Summer with the weather we have been having lately, it is still good for us to get out of New York City and vacation elsewhere to get yourself out of the concrete jungle and somewhere that is much more relaxing regardless of the temperature. Luckily enough, there is a great location right outside New York City that takes roughly 90 minutes to get to via Amtrak and has so many amenities and bonuses to it that you will leave feeling invigorated, satisfied and above all… happy. This is The Saybrook Point Inn & Spa, located in the heart of Old Saybrook, Connecticut.
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Fresh Salt Lights Up Saybrook Point Inn & Spa
Over the weekend I got to experience the incredible Saybrook Point Inn & Spa, conveniently located about an hour outside of New York City in Old Saybrook, Connecticut. The luxury inn is so much more than a place to lay your head at night, and has several different amenities, functionalities and things to do all under one roof that it is completely worth the visit (that article will be going up shortly). One of the highlights for me during my stay was their incredible restaurant located inside the main building of Saybrook Point Inn called Fresh Salt, which was recently named “Top 25 Most Gorgeous & Delicious Outdoor Dining Spots in Connecticut” by Connecticut Magazine.
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Escape New York City and Head to The Finger Lakes
As awesome as New York City is in the holiday season, there are times where we just want to escape, go on vacation, and enjoy what the rest of the world has to offer us. Did you know though that one of the best places to visit happens to be a quick 45 minute plane ride away? I am of course, talking about The Finger Lakes region in upstate New York, which is the perfect place to take your friends and family to for some wintertime fun. [Read more…] about Escape New York City and Head to The Finger Lakes
Get to Know “Seasons to Taste” Author Jonathan Bardzik
As someone who comes from a culinary background… err my mother was a chef so I always had good food at the table let’s say that, I continue to be amazed by the level of talent that is in the modern world of cooking today. I recently found out about this wonderful, handsome and talented storyteller, cook and author in the D.C. area by the name of Jonathan Bardzik who just released his second cookbook called “Seasons To Taste”, which is a fantastic and illustrious book about how you can take the best farm and vegetable ingredients and make delicious meals out of them. I recently sat down with Jonathan to discuss his dive into the culinary world, inspirations that got him there, favorite dishes from his new cookbook and where he sees his hopeful future going. Take a look. [Read more…] about Get to Know “Seasons to Taste” Author Jonathan Bardzik
Come Relax in the Living Room at W New York- Times Square
In the midst of the holiday season and all of its craziness, it is good to get away for a bit and relax. Can you believe that in the craziest part of New York City, Times Square, that there is something smack dab in the middle of it that allows you to do that and then some? Well look no further than The Living Room, located right inside W New York- Times Square on 47th and Broadway. [Read more…] about Come Relax in the Living Room at W New York- Times Square
Bröd Kitchen Opens Delicious New Location on W. 4th Street
Sequels sometimes can be a good thing, except if its Legally Blonde 2. Save yourself time and NEVER SEE THAT MOVIE! On the other hand, when you have a concept that is so uniquely delicious, you have to see if it will work a second time around and that is what you get with the amazing Bröd Kitchen, who just opened up its doors on W. 4th Street on top of their fantastic original location on 2nd Avenue in the Upper East Side. [Read more…] about Bröd Kitchen Opens Delicious New Location on W. 4th Street