In a city where turnover is more the rule than the exception, it is not uncommon for restaurants and bars to have short lifespans. Some of my favorite stomping grounds from only three years ago are but distant memories in my mind’s eye, never to be seen again. It is no small feat in this town to maintain some semblance […]

Hypnotic is the word that comes to mind when watching Kai Altair perform. She aims to inspire a connection to the multiverse, and help create an elevated state on the dance floor. And that’s exactly what she accomplished at her album release party in Brooklyn. At the eclectic-chic bar and lounge, Lot 45 Buswick, Altair celebrated the release of her […]

The night was was cool and the sky drizzled, setting the mood for the perfect comfort food storm.We went to Alice’s Arbor on Classon Avenue in Brooklyn, an establishment known for its warm ambiance, eclectic interior, farm-to-table as measure of quality and not just a trendy marketing tactic, and an all-star cast of successful restauranteurs that actually lives up to […]

Opening a restaurant in New York City is one of the riskiest investments a person can make.  The ROI is low, and the New York City food scene is as fickle as a teenage girl’s interest in music: what’s trending one minute is long gone the next.  That being said, any commitment to this wild business endeavor requires a certain […]

Tomorrow, April 22nd, marks this year’s Earth Day. The annual holiday, which is celebrated in over 192 countries each year, supports environmental protection through events, specials and deals all day long. If getting your hands dirty doesn’t appeal to you, we suggest trying something a little more tasteful than digging in the dirt to celebrate Earth Day this year. Brooklyn-based […]

A Florida-based chain recently opened in Brooklyn — Rocco’s Tacos is the perfect place to discover a true taste of Mexico. With a rich history and an even richer tequila selection, Rocco’s Tacos has a vivacious atmosphere, with everything from elaborately painted Day of the Dead skeletons to pages upon pages of margaritas, specialty drinks, and tequila (though make sure […]

Newly opened in Park Slope, Brooklyn, is a fun, intimate space that is sure to make its mark for late night fun. Henri on Fifth, a concept brought to locals by Binh Douglas, offers craft cocktails, eclectic small, sharable bites, and retro board games. Their libations range from gin and vodka to whiskey and rum, all of which are perfect […]

Thrillist, the website known for drawing crowds of bros and their pals to partake in all kinds of citywide antics, was at it again last Saturday (remember this summer’s Best Day of Your Life?). All afternoon, the New York blog showcased the best dishes from its favorite restaurants of 2014, alongside a slew of swanky beverages courtesy of Grey Goose. […]

The holidays are upon us and it’s always a hassle to clean up the dishes, especially when you have dinner and invite the whole family over. So instead of having the dishwasher piled ceiling high with plates and other tableware, why not use disposable plates this year? Even better, why not use the compostable and renewable products that Susty Party […]

Cats, boobs, crafts and shopping. What more could a person want? BUST, the magazine “for women with something to get off their chests,” is bringing New Yorkers a truly one of a kind shopping and crafting event. Taking place in Greenpoint, Brooklyn on December 6th and 7th, the BUST Holiday Craftacular will feature over 200 vendors who will be selling […]