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    WOMEN’S FASHION: CHOCHENG

    March 20, 2019 - By 

    This season Chocheng presented their Fall/Winter 2019 collection which celebrates fine European tailoring and a chic 1950’s line that accentuates the feminine form. We had the opportunity to interview the designer Cho Cho Cheng and explore the inspiration behind the collection. What inspired your latest collection?  This collection is inspired by the 1959 film ‘North By Northwest’ and Joan Crawford. The fall/winter show had the feeling of a modern, playful take on the 1940’s sophisticated lady. How did you achieve that?  I tried to achieve historical accuracy by using Prince of Wales plaid fabric from heritage mills that have been…

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    RESTAURANTS: SUNDAY BRUNCH IN NYC

    October 28, 2018 - By 

    What is a weekend in the city without a scrumptious brunch? Whether it’s the bottomless mimosas or the delightful balance between stacks of buttermilk pancakes and rich, crispy fried chicken, the brunch club wins over most New Yorkers and it easy to see why. The culinary expertise in the city is world renowned and its the perfect way to round out the weekend, coming down from whatever mischief Saturday night found you in. Here are five of our favorite picks for unforgettable brunch menus throughout the city. Viva La Brunch!   BUVETTE – WEST VILLAGE Loved from New York, to…

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    RESTAURANT: THE BAR ROOM

    October 12, 2018 - By 

    This American Bistro stands out among those in Manhattan’s Midtown East district for their distinctively delicious cuisine and old school glam ambience. Though the pin-tucked cushions, gilded mirrors, and muraled ceiling beckon you to come in, it is the menu that makes you stay. The seasonal offerings are always on point and richly flavored at The Bar Room, where you’ll find an addictive Korean B-B-Q sandwich, a truffled burger, and an ample brunch menu that they pair with their trademark cocktails. Already a neighborhood favorite there is something satisfying about this Art Nouveau inspired establishment on East 60th and Park.…

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    RESTAURANT: FIG & OLIVE

    July 27, 2018 - By 

    The Fig & Olive restaurant in the Meatpacking District is truly a great New York dining experience. Organic and sustainably grown olive oil is the backbone to their success as each dish is deliciously prepared with this rich green-gold oil. Appetizer to dessert, each dish has been carefully thought out and prepared so much so that you can taste the love. It’s an elegant and comfortable environment and we highly recommend the crostini.   “At FIG & OLIVE, I want to highlight our menu’s core ingredient of olive oil, which we use in place of butter in our dishes. From…

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    NEW YORK PALACE HOTEL

    May 18, 2018 - By 

    It may be home to the most glamorous scenes from the Gossip Girl but it’s no secret that The Lotte New York Palace Hotel holds a specials place in heart of New York City’s history. The provenance of this remarkable venue began over a century ago when Henry Villard, one of the nation’s most prominent financiers, commissioned McKim, Mead & White to create a spectacular residence, constructed in 1882. Throughout the next century the residence changed from private homes to offices for the Archdiocese and later, corporate offices for internationally known companies. It wasn’t until the ’70s, when the Archdiocese…

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    RESTAURANT: NERAI

    April 20, 2018 - By 

    Haute Greek cuisine seasoned with traditional hospitality. Any time you need to escape the New York de rigueur for a quick trip to the Mediterranean Isles Nerai should be your first stop. The light and airy ambiance and sparkling bright flavors transports you in seconds. A modern take on your grandmother’s classics thanks to the extensive knowledge of executive chef Chris Christou. Start with a Meze platter, then dine on a whole Lavraki European Sea Bass and Spanakopita, and for dessert choose a delicious and comforting Lavender Mousse. You’ll be feeling the sea breeze come in off of the endless…

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    RESTAURANT: AQUAVIT

    March 30, 2018 - By 

    In the land of the midnight sun a special culinary collision occurs, wild seafood caught within the deep icy waters inherently becomes paired with a harvest from the dark forest; wild game, berries and mushrooms. These worlds juxtapose perfectly on the plate and the palate. Native of Sweden, Executive Chef Emma Bengtsson brings an authentic flair to the menu, which under her leadership secured a  second Michelin Star for Aquavit, making her the second female chef in the U.S. to run a two-star kitchen and the first ever Swedish female chef to do so. The unique Nordic flavor profile, such…

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    NOBU EDEN ROC

    December 13, 2017 - By 

    The luxurious duality of the Nobu Eden Roc Resort beckons travelers from around the world. From the historical elements designed by David Rockwell to the tropical grounds, swimming pools, saunas and fountains each combining to create an ambiance of pure swankiness where you can take a break from Miami’s club scene. Indulge in the exotic menu of Nobu’s Japanese/Peruvian delicacies, stroll through the fragipani scented gardens along the ocean and finally slip into a deep sleep in your room to the sound of waves rolling in at night. The resort offers two hotels, each with a distictive personality in the…

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    BORGO EGNAZIA

    July 23, 2017 - By 

    Follow a winding road to shores of Puglia, Italy and there you will find a place so beautiful there are no words.The creamy white stones of the architecture rise up out of the arid countryside, a village like no where else. Seeming like an Etruscan dream envisioned by a Hollywood set designer the Borgo Egnazia is always elegant and camera ready around every corner, curve and villa with the Adriatic Sea as her backdrop. Each suite and villa is designed to have an innate sensuality and earthiness that comes from the finest stone, marbles, woods, and plush linens all painted…

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    MILAN: VASILIKI KOUZINA

    June 18, 2017 - By 

    When in Rome do as the Romans do; when in Milan do as the Milanese do and try something new. A favorite destination for foreign flavors, Vasiliki Kouzina is a Greek restaurant with Mediterranean and Balkan influences. Inspired by the elements of the sea and the richness of simple ingredients with a complex flavor profile. Each bite is filled with a gracious warmth  and the essence of nature; black olives, pickles, anchovies, halloumi, pastourmas, avgolemono, and oregano. The sea, mountain, and sky enclosed in a dolmadaki… Sipping a glass of Greek wine as you savor a souvlaki you can almost…