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    MASA

    March 27, 2017 - By 

    Lotus, sheared paper thin, white and lacy. Wasabi, subtle, unassuming, explosive, the delicate green paste ground by a stone. Fire sparks. Gold leaf. Water bathing a carved cucumber. Each element is crafted by master chef, Masayoshi Takayama, who has spent his life in the pursuit of capturing the essence and character of each ingredient and elevating it to its highest self. Masa is a Michelin-starred venue where you explore your sense of taste in a unique way. He paints his culinary canvas with a palette of pure flavor and the true artistry is revealed on your palate. Here you consume…

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    48 LOUNGE

    March 23, 2017 - By 

    You can’t resist the sophisticated swag and upscale ambiance of the 48 Lounge when it’s time to celebrate life in the city. Designed to be a ‘hybrid lounge’ this is the midnight revelers go-to spot right by Rockefeller Center to turn up the dial on your night and bask in the effervescent glow of champagne and celebrities. Paired with their succulent menu you can enjoy the many specialty cocktails that they hold in their repertoire, and if you do your seducing with the taste of their ‘Violet Kiss’ on your lips we won’t tell. To make reservations visit: 48 LOUNGE…

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    THE MARK HOTEL

    March 9, 2017 - By 

    Madison Avenue and 77th Street is the sweet little corner where you’ll find one of the chicest NYC hotels. Loved by the glamouratti, it’s a crisp and stylish oasis. The black and white marble used throughout create a tailored ambiance and provides a clean canvas for the vibrant artwork to really pop. The Mark Hotel is all about the treats and sweets. You’ll enjoy the chilled champagne brought to your room along with delicious Ladurée macarons at your bedside, which is plushly styled with fine Italian linens and bedding by Quagliotti. Every room is features a black-and-white marble bath with…

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    LOCANDA VERDE – TRIBECA

    January 25, 2017 - By 

    Putting ‘Urban Italian’ on the map it’s the perfect Tribeca venue to delve into delicious cuisine. Instantly recognizable, as well as welcoming, Locanda Verde invites you to join them at the table, open a bottle of rich red Italian wine and settle in for a lunch or dinner that’s hearty and soulful. And, even if you don’t have an Italian grandmother you can still feel love with entrees like ‘My Grandmother’s Ravioli’,or ‘Wood-Fired Garlic Chicken For Two’, and finish it off with a sweet culinary hug of ‘Rhubarb Crostata’. With Robert De Niro as one of the co-owners along with…

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    ANTWERP: GALA 2017

    January 16, 2017 - By 

    Following the successful edition with Joyce DiDonato, Opera Ballet Vlaanderen and Inspiratum are pleased to announce a second edition of the Opera Gala. Mark Friday, March 10, 2017 in your calendars, as opera diva Ann Hallenberg and other great voices from the Agrippina-cast will be singing aria’s and duets. Baroque orchestra Il Pomo d’Oro will also be performing again, this time under the guidance of conductor Stefano Montanari. Especially for this occasion, internationally acclaimed choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui created a new piece with costumes designed by Dries Van Noten. If you want to make this evening truly unforgettable, you can…

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    CARTIER’S DE CACTUS

    January 13, 2017 - By 

    CARTIER’S REBELLIOUS FLOWER Cartier is playing coy with their latest interpretation of beauty. The you-can-look-but-you-can’t-touch creates a tension familiar to all and is the inspiration behind their latest collection in their long standing love affair of flowers. This time recognizing that maybe this desert blossom isn’t a fleur du mal after all. Cactus de Cartier is a luxurious celebration of beauty growing amongst the thorns, delicate and wild. The desert’s searing days and frigid nights only making for brighter blooms.   Cactus de Cartier is a free-spirited collection of powerful, sculptural jewelry that makes a bold statement. Putting a twist…

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    WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CHAMPAGNE, PROSECCO & CAVA?

    December 7, 2016 - By 

    POP!!! THE CHAMPAGNE CAMPAIGN & HER SPARKLING COMPATRIOTS It’s the holiday season and when celebrations abound there’s only one way to revel in the blessings of your year and that is with a cup that runneth over. Though all sparkling wines are not created equal there is an abundance of choices for those looking for something special. Here is an elegant summary of those beautifully bottled bubbles. What is the difference between champagne, prosecco, and cava? Nearly all quality sparkling wines are made using one of two methods: bottle-fermented and tank method. In both cases, the dissolved carbon dioxide that…

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    FASHION LOOKBOOK: STELLA NOLASCO

    November 16, 2016 - By 

    The acclaimed Puerto Rican designer, Stella Nolasco, has been turning heads at the New York fashion weeks and we love the feminine, glamorous gowns that she is know for. Here is a look at her Spring/Summer 2017 collection. Filled with shear chiffons, lace, and bold patterns, it offers and edgy elegance for the upcoming season. TO EXPLORE THE FULL COLLECTION VISIT: STELLA NOLASCO Photo Credit: Stella Nolasco SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST FOR MORE LUXURY TODAY! YOU WOULD ALSO ENJOY    

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    REPORT: CHRISTIE’S IMPORTANT JEWELS

    October 27, 2016 - By 

    Kicking off the international jewelry auction season Christie’s offered their Important Jewels event in New York City, by Rockefeller Center this month where over two hundred and fifty lots were available, with estimates ranging from under $5,000 to $750,000 USD. The sale total came to an impressive $10,526,150 USD. The over all market was choosy yet buoyant as the more spectacular pieces easily soared over expectations. This is the beginning of the highly anticipated auction season which every year offers the general pulse of the marketplace within the jewelry world. Next up Christie’s Magnificent Jewels auction will take place in…

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    SALON: ART+DESIGN 2016

    October 11, 2016 - By 

    This November 10th-14th, Salon:Art+Design, one of the most talked about art exhibits is back at the Park Avenue Armory. This incredible event is a showcase of the unique, bold, rare, and extraordinary. You’ll find everything from Salvador Dali to Zaha Hadid; surreal to zero space, French antiquities to high jewelry. Pick your passion and explore it up close and personal with the curators and masters in the field. The Salon Art + Design welcomes the world’s finest galleries exhibiting historical, modern and contemporary furniture, groundbreaking decorative arts, and late 19th and 20th century fine art. Visitors will find designs by…