It may be pouring in the city, which means no one’s leaving their apartments today. So even though there’s some great places to celebrate Cinco de Mayo around the city, we suggest making your own fun by mixing up one of these celebratory cocktails! No umbrella needed. Angry-rita (Courtesy of Angry Orchard) 4 oz Angry Orchard Crisp Apple 1 oz […]

When two culinary powerhouses join forces, you know you’re in for something special. And that’s exactly what we got last week when we joined Lean Cuisine at Brooklyn’s Museum of Food and Drink (MOFAD). The museum, which creates exhibits and hosts programs, cooking classes, tastings, seminars and more, was the perfect backdrop to learn about Lean Cuisine’s new Asian-inspired dishes, […]

If, like every other New Yorker, you don’t feel like waiting in line at Black Tap just to Instagram a milkshake, we suggest heading to Mel’s Burger Bar on the Upper East Side (there’s also a second location on the Upper West). More options and more fun, this burger locale was made for lax bros but entices all. It’s casual […]

Guys. I’ve discovered my new favorite drink and I’ve been shouting it from the rooftops. (Okay not literally, but I have been telling all my friends about it.) Truly Spiked & Sparkling is a godsend! It’s a gluten-free spiked sparkling water, that tastes like actual sparkling water, but still clocks in at 5% ABV and only sets you back 100 […]

Brasserie 8 1/2 is a hidden surprise in the heart of Midtown. Right off of Fifth Avenue, the Brasserie might give you the wrong impression — the French restaurant descends from a grand spiral staircase in to a posh and sophisticated dining room abound with ivory tablecloths and works of art by infamous artists like Matisse and Léger. This might […]

While 4/20 has become synonymous with a day in celebration of good ol’ Mary Jane, there are more ways to celebrate than lighting up a joint and getting high. CBD For Life is a company you should probably have on your radar. They produce super innovative and natural products using Cannabidiol (CBD), which is a compound sourced from hemp. CBD […]

A trip to Harlem is definitely worth it if you pay a visit to Hoodwinked Escape. Escape Rooms started popping up across the globe years ago, but have only grown in popularity since their debut. What exactly is an escape room? It’s a fun adventure game in which players are locked in a room and tasked with solving puzzles based […]

A Tuscan neighborhood spot draws in quite a crowd to the Upper West Side’s Bella Luna. Originally opened in 1988, the restaurant has a menu that would overwhelm anyone, with a handful of appetizer and salad options, plenty of pastas and pizzas, and even entree options like braised lamb shank and grilled salmon. And with a menu so robust, it’s […]

It doesn’t matter if you hit the summer music festivals or not — festival fashion has quickly become one of the hottest trends today. Taking inspiration from the ‘70s, a decade that’s also having its moment in fashion right now, festival-wear is all about that boho chic vibe. That’s right, don’t be afraid to pile on the fringe this time […]

Move over Chipotle, there’s a new healthy spot in town that’s destined to take over. Two Forks, a new fast casual eatery right outside of Bryant Park, brings a healthy twist to typically calorie heavy, Southern fare. The restaurant features slow cooked, pulled meats and let me tell you, it’s yummy. Customers can opt for either a bun or a […]