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Cooking Healthy with Stacey Hawkins

Cooking Healthy with Stacey Hawkins

Let’s face it, everyone wants to eat healthy, but sometimes it takes too much effort to make the right decisions. With an endless selection of fast food restaurants and the array of junk food at supermarkets, the temptation to overindulge becomes too much. Stacey Hawkins, founder of Time Savor Solutions, realized the need for healthier alternatives and created an easier […]

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Keeping it Real with the Mob Wives

Keeping it Real with the Mob Wives

Forget The Real Housewives, VH1’s Mob Wives has grabbed international attention and as the explosive season 5 ends people cannot get enough of Staten Island’s finest residents. Revolving around Renee Graziano, Karen Gravano, Drita D’Avanzo and Angela ‘Big Ang’ Raiola, this season welcomed two outsiders from Philadelphia, Natalie DiDonato and Natalie Guercio that stirred up some drama for the Staten […]

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A Taste of Morocco in New York

A Taste of Morocco in New York

High above 47th Street in the heart of Times Square is a rooftop that transports visitors to the vibrant Moroccan culture. Haven Rooftop at The Sanctuary Hotel (home to Tender Restaurant) partnered with Shishapresso to host A Taste of Morocco, a night filled with belly dancers and endless hookah. “Shishapresso chose Haven Rooftop to host our party because of its […]

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Long Island’s New Treasure: Imperial Meat Company

Long Island’s New Treasure: Imperial Meat Company

Just a short drive from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan is the quaint village of Huntington on Long Island. Located in the heart of the town is Main Street, home to a plethora of restaurants, but one stands out among the rest. Imperial Meat Company (IMC) has been open since October and has become a fresh and vibrant dining […]

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Y2 Collection for Men Debuts at NYFW

Y2 Collection for Men Debuts at NYFW

As another fashion week comes to an end, people tend to look at all the styles that were under the white tents at Lincoln Center. However, one of the next big designers that debuted his collections, headed downtown to The Highline Loft in Chelsea. Y2 Collection, designed by Amable, catered to the fashionisto’s lifestyle of tuxedos, suits and casual wear. […]

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Have a Drink at Cooper’s Craft & Kitchen

Have a Drink at Cooper’s Craft & Kitchen

A piece of the East Village has arrived in Chelsea, with the opening of Cooper’s Craft and Kitchen’s second location on 8th Avenue. Started by Thomas O’Bryne, David Clarke and Colin Stewart, the location has become famous for serving some of the rarest brews and delicious bar food around. Exuding a rustic and welcoming atmosphere, Cooper’s Craft and Kitchen captures […]

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Carving for the Art: Loren Kantor

Carving for the Art: Loren Kantor

Throughout time, art has evolved into numerous styles, but one of them has stood out for centuries. Woodcuts can be traced back to the early Chinese dynasties and have survived to the 21st century. Loren Kantor, avid woodcutter and founder of Woodcutting Fool, has embraced this form of art and showcases his talent on his website. “I first fell in […]

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Paying Homage to Craftsmanship

Paying Homage to Craftsmanship

As The Balvenie Rare Craft Roadshow rolled into Chelsea Market it brought some of finest handmade goods that America has to offer. Stopping at numerous cities throughout the country, the roadshow was inspired by the skill and dedication of the team at The Balvenie Distillery in Scotland, who believe in handcrafted tradition. During a time when everything is being mass-produced, […]

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Vineyards and a View

Vineyards and a View

After a long day of work, nothing beats having a glass a wine to relax and unwind. However, let’s face it — how many of us really understand the process of creating wine, and the thought of driving over an hour to visit the famous East End vineyards of Long Island seems too much. With the establishment of Rooftop Reds […]

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Barenjager Makes Oktoberfest Sweet as Honey

Barenjager Makes Oktoberfest Sweet as Honey

Let’s bee honest, the month of October has so much to offer. From Halloween to seeing the fall foliage, there is something for everyone to enjoy — but one event that should not be missed is Oktoberfest. No one celebrates the month better than Barenjager with their 5th Annual National Bartender Competition. Inside Flatiron Hall visitors left the streets of […]

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