The trend nowadays is fine dining in New York City, with the opening of one grand restaurant after another. A fine dining restaurant that opens mid-pandemic though and pre-vaccine is a gutsy place. But when you have a good product, especially one this pretty, nothing can stand in your way. How does Vestry measure up? Here’s our review of Vestry, which brings fine dining back to New York City. Overview I creep on your Instagram, especially if you post about…
You worked your a– off and scored that promotion. Maybe you had a good year in the market. Or maybe you’re celebrating a birthday, or just life itself. No matter the reason, it’s nice to do something you wouldn’t do every day. Not that everyday food in New York is a bad thing (we do have the best Italian restaurants outside of Italy). But if you have money to spend, these are five NYC restaurants for special occasions. Brooklyn Fare…
OK, so this isn’t a traditional deal. And no, you’re not buying the island for $1,000,000, just renting it. For a week. But, it fits up to 52 of your nearest and dearest in the entourage. And it’s in French Polynesia, which is a bucket-list destination no matter what. After all, if it’s good enough for Oprah and Obama (who were there together), well, it’s worth a look. We didn’t quite know there was a place that could be more…
This is one of those hidden gems that comes across the desk only so often. Set in the heart of Piedmont, Nordelaia has all the makings of your next novel’s mis-en-scène. Forage for truffles in the morning, and have them for lunch. Enjoy aperitivos later in the day. Decompress in the spa. Rinse and repeat. Here’s the preview of this under-the-radar boutique hotel in Piedmont. The Location The resort is in the Monferrato area of southern Piedmont. For foodie aficionados…
We have to give it to Saks for evolving to stay relevant with the times. It’s no secret that brick-and-mortar retail is a tough go. The likes of staple Lord & Taylor and iconic Barneys did not make it. But Saks — it’s got the formula. Part of that formula is having a restaurant that becomes a destination for more than just the casual shopper. That doesn’t mean creating a new restaurant but rather building upon an old favorite. L’Avenue…
Writer: Mila Grgas Whether you are a last minute shopper or a super planner, Black Friday deals provides for the best prices all year. And if you have a little bit of a shopping sweet tooth yourself, there are some shops where you can afford to reward all your hard work. To make your list a little easier to compile, here are our picks for this year’s top Black Friday deals. The Store: William Sonoma The Deal: Up to 50%…
We got it pretty good. Actually, if you’re reading this, chances are, your life is blessed. Basic necessities are not a question. We have a place to live, access healthcare and food to eat. While at times we may question it, we do live in politically stable countries. Our basic human rights are not a question. Instead, we live large. We work hard, and play hard. And while many of us worked our a—- off to get to this point,…
We’re going to put this right out there: This is a review of how much we loved this hotel. In fact, it may just be our favorite place we stayed in the past few years. As if there weren’t enough reasons to go to Istanbul, Six Senses Kocatas adds to the list. It’s more than a luxury hotel in Istanbul; it’s an authentic piece of Ottoman history. Overview There are some hotels, where you walk in, and the good energy…
Mila Grgas, Writer That is, except maybe Summit at One Vanderbilt. If you haven’t heard, New York City’s skyline just got a little higher with the arrival of this tower near Grand Central. Just a few feet shy of Empire State Building height, Summit has a 360-degree all-glass view from 93 floors up. And yes, it’s one of the best views in NYC. Here are the details. Summit Some may call it a man made mountain, but luckily it’s much…
Joelle Mentis, Writer News alert: Paris is back, and it’s sparkling in all its City of Lights glory. Restaurants hark back to the days when France reigned supreme on the culinary scene. Parisians are more fashionable and people-watching-worthy than ever. Yes, we’re even seeing a run on Chanel, much like an old Kmart blue light special (with slightly higher price tags, of course). And then there’s the hotel scene, which is scorching hot. There are some impressive new kids in…
