Author: Amanda Mactas

6 Things I Learned The Hard Way About Moving in NYC

6 Things I Learned The Hard Way About Moving in NYC

Moving sucks. Don’t get me wrong — the end result is (hopefully) awesome, but the process is long, hard, sweaty and filled with annoyances. When I first moved to New York, it was my first time picking out my own place and living completely on my own (well, with a roommate). I had no idea what made a neighborhood desirable, […]

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The Bookseller: An Unpredictable Paranormal Thriller

The Bookseller: An Unpredictable Paranormal Thriller

The Bookseller, by C. Robert Cales, tells the stories of three different people from completely different walks of life. George Saunders lives with his wife Elizabeth above their rare book store in a small town outside of Boston. They are visited by an old friend, Frank Richter, who owns a funeral home and comes to visit to gift them a […]

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Score Champagne & Caviar on the Upper West Side

Score Champagne & Caviar on the Upper West Side

Champagne and caviar. What could be better? Many people think that caviar is much too exclusive and expensive and therefore, don’t have the opportunity to enjoy it. Olma Food is a manufacturar and distributor of fine caviar and after their success with the Olma Caviar Boutique & Bar at The Plaza Food Hall, they’ve decided to open up shop on […]

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Inside the 2016 Rainforest Alliance Gala

Inside the 2016 Rainforest Alliance Gala

It’s not very often that you get invited to dine under the giant blue whale that has come to be synonymous with the American Museum of Natural History. My good friends at Lavazza, who doled out their delicious coffee at the event, invited me to check out the Rainforest Alliance 2016 Annual Gala, which took place last week after hours […]

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Get Rowdy at The Midnight Experience

Get Rowdy at The Midnight Experience

One of my favorite things about New York City is the lively and vivacious entertainment that you can frequently stumble upon. There is never a lack of shows and performances and when we received an invite to check out a new show at The Cutting Room, we knew we couldn’t say no. The fun, energetic space has played  host to […]

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Everything You Need to Know About Del Frisco’s New Menu

Everything You Need to Know About Del Frisco’s New Menu

Any person who lives in the city and eats meat knows of the infamous Del Frisco’s Dougle Eagle Steak House. Located conveniently in the heart of Midtown, this steak joint has welcomed people from all over to enjoy their rare steak cuts and fresh seafood. Recently, they rolled out a brand new menu which will allow New Yorkers to enjoy […]

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Getting Real with Katherine Schwarzenegger and T.J. Maxx

Getting Real with Katherine Schwarzenegger and T.J. Maxx

Calling all Maxxinistas! T.J. Maxx recently quicked off it’s new #RoadtoReal campaign tour, which aims to celebrate everyday women across the entire country. Familiar face Katherine Schwarzenegger has partnered up with T.J. Maxx to hit the road and interview real women who live life in their own way, on their own terms, each and every day. Daughter of the talented […]

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Domenico Vacca’s New Flagship Store Comes to Midtown

Domenico Vacca’s New Flagship Store Comes to Midtown

Both men and women looking for a spruce up, fashion makeover or just a private area to relax can now head to Domenico Vacca‘s new flagship store in Midtown Manhattan. The Italian designer’s new space includes both men and women’s retail, a bespoke atelier, an Italian espresso bar & café, barber shop, beauty salon, rooftop terrace, art gallery, a private […]

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Treat Yo Mama This Mother’s Day

Treat Yo Mama This Mother’s Day

  Sometimes a personal touch is all you need to make your mom feel loved on Mother’s Day. Forget the gifts, forget the frills and just spend some QT with mom this weekend. Lindt’s LINDOR Milk Chocolate Truffle is the official chocolate of the new movie “Mother’s Day,” which hit the big screen on April 29th. If you need some […]

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My Kind of Cinco with Sauza Tequila

My Kind of Cinco with Sauza Tequila

Happy Cinco de Mayo!!! Today celebrates Mexican victory in the Battle of Puebla and there is no bigger holiday for tequila than today. We teamed up with Sauza Tequila, to bring you inspiration for your Cinco de Mayo (or Cinco de Drinko as some like to call it). If you’re hosting friends for today’s holiday, there’s no easier way to […]

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