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    ENTERTAINING: Sexy Pours For The Holidays

    December 14, 2022 - By 

    Holiday parties call for holiday cocktails. Instead of the same old same old, why not sip from a different cup this year? We’ve rounded up some of our favorite drinks for you to try. Enjoy with friends and enjoy responsibly. Ferrari Perlé Can it even be a party if there isn’t something sparkling, bubbly, and golden? This holiday season we invite you to open a bottle from the fast lane. Ferrari is no stranger to the winner’s circle and their Trento is the official sparkling wine of the Formula1. This Italian Trentodoc is a velvety dream and the perlage is…

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    JEWEL SPOTLIGHT: KUNZITE

    November 28, 2018 - By 

    Arguably the most delicious color range in the gemstone world, Kunzite is the cotton candy colored variety of the mineral spodumene. Delicate pastel pink to intense violet-ish purple, Kunzite is loved for the special hues available making it possible for designers to create impressive designs. In fact the Smithsonian Institution has a prized faceted heart-shaped kunzite that weighs a stunning 880 carats. Due to its pleochroic characteristic, meaning that it flashes two different shades of visible color, it shows the best color when you look down the length of the crystal. The pegmatite deposits that the rough kunzite crystals are…

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    JEWEL SPOTLIGHT: FIRE OPAL

    November 14, 2018 - By 

    Likened to fire yet born of water, Fire Opal is a very intriguing jewel with an ancient and storied past. Fire opal is a particular variety and color range found within the opal family. From India, Persia, and all the way to deserts of Australia, opals have been cherished as a symbol for everything from passionate love to giving the gift of prophesy. One thing is certain, opal made a mark on every culture where she was found. The Mayan and Aztec Empires in particular had access to the mining locals where the special Fire Opal variety is found. They…

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    CASA DRAGONES: A ROSE AMONG THE THORNS

    January 19, 2018 - By 

     The Spirit Of Independence Mexican tradition calls for tequila neat, sans salt and limes, savoring the smoky to vanilla, fruit to chocolate flavors that this ancient spirit is known for. Tequila has an inextricable place in the annals of Mexico’s history and it was that history and love of the land that brought Bertha Gonzalez Nieves, Mexico City native, back to her home land after a highly acclaimed career in the luxury goods industry. Wishing to elevate tequila to its highest potential, in 2008 she went to the state of Jalisco, with her extensive background as Commercial Director for North…

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    LEADING CULTURE DESTINATIONS: AWARD WINNERS

    October 13, 2017 - By 

    Recently the Leading Culture Destinations Awards, “The Oscars for Museums,” were announced at the brand new Trafalgar St. James hotel. The winners were chosen by a jury of nine established cultural specialists. Now in its fourth year, they have celebrated museums and cities for their dedication to their dynamic cultural approach and the winners were chosen based on the quality and reach of their contributions to the international cultural sphere. The judges review everything from audacious programming and management structures, to cross-sector collaborations and Michelin-starred restaurants, late night openings and music performances, with an overarching focus on a visionary approach…

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    Galería de Arte Mexicano: Gloria Cortina

    February 22, 2017 - By 

    The Cristina Grajales Gallery has announce their exhibition of Gloria Cortina: From Within, now on view at Galería de Arte Mexicano in Mexico City until March 31, 2017. This beautiful and dynamic exhibition showcases bold shapes and design elements that transform interior spaces into unforgettable environments. The well-established artisan is based in Mexico City and favors luxurious materials along with tropical woods, extraordinary stones, textured metals and rich textiles sourced both locally and worldwide. Galería de Arte Mexicano was founded in 1935 by Ines Amor. It was the first established in Mexico City and its work has proven fundamental for…