Thanksgiving week is the finest week for some. You know that anticipated family time including good eats and drinks. For others, this is the week where they face the guilt of overindulging while attempting to eat their problems away. [Read more…] about Ride Away Those End of Year Blues With IMAXShift
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Michelin Brings Out the Stars in Manhattan
The Michelin Guide’s annual recognition ceremony is an event that showcases the best and brightest in food. On Nov 17, in the IAC building, we assembled to honor the culinary talents of 2017. Being my first formal cocktail party in the city, I was kvelling with excitement. Men in dapper suits and ladies in that perfect little black dress spinning around the room. The air was sweet with delicious sugary confections and the violet blooms that adorned the Brugal cocktails lined up at the ready of garrulous partygoers. Splashes of gold, red, and blue light rotating with floral patterns washed over room bringing the shiny blank canvas of space to life with a vibrant bouquet. [Read more…] about Michelin Brings Out the Stars in Manhattan
Petaluma’s Super Italian Style Brunch Reigns Supreme
With thirty years of business under its belt, Petaluma sure seems to be doing things right in The Upper East Side. Winner of OpenTable’s “Diners Choice 2015”, Petaluma seems to have struck a chord with its repeat and new customers by providing some amazing Italian American cooking to the masses each and every year. I stopped by yesterday to see what all the fuss was about, and was quite pleased with the end result. [Read more…] about Petaluma’s Super Italian Style Brunch Reigns Supreme
The Best Places in Manhattan to Get Coffee
Americans love their coffee. From the time they wake up in the morning or even to keep them awake and fully energized for those late-night shifts, a piping hot cup of freshly brewed coffee is what keep Americans going. This is particularly true in Manhattan where everyone is on a frenzied pace. To keep up with the energy-guzzling activities of Manhattanites, the best coffee shops have cropped up in every corner of the borough from W Broadway down south to Lexington up north. If you are visiting Manhattan and you simply would like to try the best coffee shops the borough has to offer, then you must try these best places in Manhattan to get coffee. [Read more…] about The Best Places in Manhattan to Get Coffee
Step Back in Time at The John Lamb
The John Lamb is a relative new comer to the Lower East Side. Situated close to the Tenement Museum, it brings some of that old New York feel, but with a very modern twist. [Read more…] about Step Back in Time at The John Lamb
Rejuvenating Getaway? Look No Further with Saybrook Point Inn
Out neighbor state Connecticut is completely contrasting from the bustling city life we live everyday. No matter the season, Connecticut has something to suit any interest, which brings us to Saybrook Point Inn. [Read more…] about Rejuvenating Getaway? Look No Further with Saybrook Point Inn
Great Manhattan Hotels to Stay in For The Holidays!
The holiday season is upon us, and that means thousands of out of towners will be stopping by The Big Apple to experience all this has to offer. Part of the itinerary has to be where to stay, and luckily for all of our readers, we have found some great hotel options for you to check into and enhance your Manhattan experience! [Read more…] about Great Manhattan Hotels to Stay in For The Holidays!
Chef Spotlight: “Tuome’s” Thomas Chen
Something that is always exciting about Manhattan year round is the culinary adventure you can take in so many different parts of the city, cuisines, and more. My journey this past weekend took me deep into the East Village where I sat down with rising star in the culinary world Thomas Chen, at his fantastic and rave reviewed restaurant Tuome. [Read more…] about Chef Spotlight: “Tuome’s” Thomas Chen
Small Mexican Plates & Tasty Tequila at Casa Neta
Casa Neta, located in the heart of the Flatiron District on East 20th between Broadway and Park Avenue South, provides that great duality in small Mexican plates and an amazing line of Tequila based drinks to enjoy in a wonderful and dark ambiance with your friends and family. I stopped by there over the weekend to experience all of that, and was quite impressed with what Casa Neta had in store for us. [Read more…] about Small Mexican Plates & Tasty Tequila at Casa Neta
On Your Grind: 3 Ways to Deal with Disappointment
It should come as no surprise that although last week’s column, How to Dream Big!, was published the day after the election, it was written just slightly before the election. Let’s just say that after the election, I was in no mood to “dream big!” I know at least 25.6% of the country, and 99.9% of my Twitter friends, felt similarly. [Read more…] about On Your Grind: 3 Ways to Deal with Disappointment