Anything can happen in New York City. One of the greatest things about living here is the opportunity to try some of the best foods and drinks in the entire world. NYC is a hub for the best chefs and mixologists around and they sure love to experiment. From booze-infused popsicles to boozy milkshakes, there are plenty of spots in […]

“When your feeling down about your life… think about how lucky you are”- Amy Oestreicher These were just some of the inspiring words from this brave, bold, and beautiful survivor. Gutless and Grateful: A Second Helping is the true story of how Amy, as a child, who was an aspiring theater star, had her world turned upside down. She was […]

The Hearing Health Foundation kicked off a wonderful event June 11th with the Junior Board’s Summer Soiree at the Boat Basin Café.  A mixture of young professionals, families, and friends of hearing loss sufferers gathered for a night of food, wine, and silent auction to raise money for more research for this amazing foundation. The silent auction was a real […]

Holy gelato! If you typically prefer ice cream or froyo to Italian gelato, then you might be in for a rude awakening once you try Mo Gelato. Located in the heart of Nolita, this gelato shop is unrivaled in New York City. Owned by Massimiliano Galeano of Gradisca Ristorante and Italy’s master Galataio Marco Vighi, this gem brings expert Italian […]

Ooh la la ! Sugar and Plumm is launching a new concept this Friday called The Back Room at Sugar and Plumm. Located just around the corner from it’s Bleecker Street location, the Back Room will showcase insanely delicious milkshakes, smoothies and ice cream sundaes. The new spot will also feature ebelskivers, handmade Danish pancake pops in flavors such as […]

Who likes a good ol’ Brooklyn brew? If the answer to that question is YES, I Do! then be sure to check them out the Brooklyn Brewery on N 11th street in Brooklyn, NY. Founded in 1988, this brewery produces award winning beer year round, that not only tastes great, but pairs even better with food.  Not sure that’s true? […]

Three cheers for Memorial Day! This weekend marks the official beginning of summer — a time to relax and enjoy life. And what better way to do that than with a cocktail in hand? Here are some of our favorite drinks to celebrate the holiday. Kilbeggan Waterwheel (Courtesy of Darren McGettigan, Bar Beoga) 1 ¼ parts Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey 2 ½ […]

The 2011 Vintage Port Seminar at Astra, hosted by Please the Palate was a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. For those of you who don’t know Port, it is from the Douro Valley in Portugal. It is usually a sweet red wine, but can also come in dry, semi-dry and even white. Port is fortified wine with brandy added […]

The 2011 Vintage Port Seminar at Astra, hosted by Please the Palate was a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. For those of you who don’t know Port, it is from the Douro Valley in Portugal. It is usually a sweet red wine, but can also come in dry, semi-dry and even white. Port is fortified wine with brandy added […]

Union Square Wines & Spirits is full of wonderful wines, specialty spirits, and now every Friday in May, free Santa Teresa Rum Tastings, called Sipping Rum Fridays! This weekend, May 10th kicked off the first of four unique rum tastings targeting a specific theme. The first tasting was their 1796 Santa Teresa dark rum paired with chocolate for Mother’s Day! […]