Gorilla Coffee has opened their second location at 472 Bergen Street in Brooklyn. Positioned several steps down from the Bergen Street station on the 2,3 line, this coffee house offers a tranquil atmosphere for thoughts to gather. Owners Darleen Scherer and Carol McLaughlin are committed to service and quality, while taking pride in the business they’ve built.  Beginning with the first […]

Crescent Grill celebrated its relaunch this past Thursday with some local artists and grand opening of the Dougherty Gallery. This American fusion, “farm to table” style restaurant is currently debuting its first exhibition, “Urban: an Exploration of New York’s Landscapes.” New chef Milton Enriquez brings his skills to the table; this former champion of Food Network’s Chopped was named chef […]

When it comes to the science of a great cocktail, the art of mixology must be practiced for the student to achieve master level. New Yorker’s love their mixed drinks and usually venture to their favorite spots just to sit down and enjoy one of the many unique concoctions. In order to make such a palate cleansing drink you’ll first […]

The Plaza Hotel has decided to immortalize one of its most iconic guests. Eloise; Kay Thompson’s timeless character will be given an enduring place within the hotel through a series of limited edition prints and commemorative art pieces, created by Hilary Knight. Knight’s famous illustrations graced the pages of Eloise’s life nearly 60 years ago. The character who Thompson created as an […]

Every month your letter box piles up with an unsightly number of bills. One for your phone, one for electric, maybe one for that gym you signed up for but never attend– either way, you get the point. Why not receive a delicious bottle of wine once a month instead, or several for that matter? Wine Awesomeness is a unique company […]

No-shave November is almost underway, but before you go all “Grizzly Adams,” it’s time to give yourself a nice clean shave. When it comes to grooming, quality and comfort are two of the most important factors. Most people have their favorite shampoo, cologne, hair dye–why not… and shaving razor. Most men hate to shave — rubbing an electric trimmer across […]

“It is just the little difference between the good and the best that makes the difference between the artist and the artisan. It is just the little touches after the average man would quit that makes the master’s fame.”– Orison Swett Marden A celebration commenced on October 5, with the marriage of artisan crafts. The ceremony was beautifully curated and […]

In a land of sagas and Eddas, where Nordic and Gaelic culture blend just south of the Arctic Circle, stands the country of Iceland. The country is home to roughly 320,000 residents and the highest consumption per capita of Coca-Cola, it was originally founded in 874 AD by Norse settler Ingólfr Arnarson. In modern-day, the quaint nation showcases beautiful glacial […]

In the world of Bavarian culture, cuckoo clocks, and BMW’s, there once lived Crown Prince Ludwig. Prince Ludwig, as he was known in the Bavarian Empire, married the woman of his dreams; Princess Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen on October 17, 1810.  The glorious celebration commenced at the gates of the city with the citizens of Munich in attendence. This day would […]

September 20th isn’t just another Friday — it is also celebrated as an ode to punch. For some this could be a game of bloody knuckles, but for most it’s another amazing opportunity to over-drink for a day conceived in after thought. The word punch derives from the Hindi loanword panch, meaning five. Normally a punch is a beverage made […]