Grab a glass of your favorite wine and join our conversation with wine specialist Irem Eren about what we should look for in choosing wine for a special occasion as well as the science behind food pairings and how it’s better together. Native to Turkey, with a degree in chemistry from Germany, she also holds an Advanced Certificate from WSET, Irem has a unique and international perspective that she elegantly brings into this intoxicating arena. As a wine specialist at the New York City boutique restaurant, Ayza Wine and Chocolate Bar, she has held extensive wine tastings with celebrity chefs,…
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Missoni, the Italian brand, are not just fashion designers. No, they are really more like dream weavers. As they spin, and dye and weave their own special patterns in their factory in Italy it is at once clear to see that each fiber is telling a story in their very unique kaleidoscope of color way. It’s bold and unconventional, with more than a nod to the 70’s hippie ethos. This season they have once again paired up with Mert & Marcus under the creative direction of Angela Missoni, to shoot the Winter 2019 campaign in Cappadocia, against the surreal volcanic…
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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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Explore the flavors of the Middle East in the middle of NYC, traveling from plate to plate as NUR creates an adventurous itinerary for your taste buds. First visit Damascus with the Qatayef, a crispy Syrian pancake filled with spiced lamb and a yogurt ayran chaser; then onward towards Turkey with their Turkish Delight On The Hudson, a seared foie gras with rhubarb, figs and honey lavender yogurt; then head west to Casablanca to try Chraime, a tomato and poached fish stew served with mussels and hand rolled couscous with pumpkin tershi; and finally the Hills Of Jerusalem have…
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CHEMISTRY IS DELICIOUS Grab a glass of your favorite wine and join our conversation with wine specialist Irem Eren about what we should look for in choosing wine for a special occasion as well as the science behind food pairings and how it’s better together. Native to Turkey, with a degree in chemistry from Germany, she also holds an Advanced Certificate from WSET, Irem has a unique and international perspective that she elegantly brings into this intoxicating arena. As a wine specialist at the New York City boutique restaurant, Ayza Wine and Chocolate Bar, she has held extensive wine tastings…