Author: Amanda Mactas

Shop Like a Celebrity – Grammy Awards Swag

Shop Like a Celebrity – Grammy Awards Swag

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a celebrity? Well, we got our chance to see what it’s like to be backstage at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards this past weekend. Distinctive Assets, the LA-based entertainment marketing company produced the official talent gift bags and backstage gift lounge for the show, which is open to the presenters and performers at […]

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The Sweetest Sips: Valentine’s Day Cocktails & Bottles

The Sweetest Sips: Valentine’s Day Cocktails & Bottles

Impress your loved ones this Valentine’s Day by concocting them a special love potion all your own! These cocktail recipes are sure to put your sweetheart in the mood and it’s a quick, easy way to make something that shows your care. Passion Margarita (Courtesy of Powell & Mahoney) 1.5 oz. Powell & Mahoney Mango Passion Margarita 1/2 oz. almond […]

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Dark Humor with Substance: The Exit Man

Dark Humor with Substance: The Exit Man

In literature, it can be very difficult to tackle a taboo subject and do it with finesse. Greg Levin does an amazing job covering the highly controversial topic of voluntary euthanasia in his novel The Exit Man. The book focuses on Eli Edelmann, otherwise known as ‘the exit man,’ who somehow finds himself with an unusual side job…helping those with terminal […]

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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

While most people tend to stick to what works for Valentine’s Day (ie. chocolate, flowers, jewelry for the ladies and lingerie for the men), others like to branch out from the norm and get creative. Cupid’s holiday is closing in on us, which means it’s time to wrack our brains and get shopping. Fret not — we’ve got a few […]

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Lockets of Love

Lockets of Love

Lockets are coming back in style and just in time for Valentine’s Day! Nothing is quite as romantic as always having a personal memento of your loved one with you at all times. We have four completely unique lockets from different companies that are sure to knock the socks of your significant other this holiday season! With You creates customized […]

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Taste the Forbidden Fruit

Taste the Forbidden Fruit

If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, then a Forbidden Traveler Apple Ale a day surely is even better for your health. The Traveler Beer Company, a craft beer company that runs out of Burlington, Vermont, has kickstarted 2015 with the launch of their latest craft beer. The company, which is known for its original and fun beers, […]

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A Valentine’s Day Evening to Remember

A Valentine’s Day Evening to Remember

It’s never too early to start planning ahead, especially where Valentine’s Day is concerned. Each year people seem to expect more and more from their significant others and it can be quite a challenge planning a picture perfect evening. In New York City the struggle is narrowing down all the thousands of options given to you. We’ve taken it upon […]

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Flavors of Aloha: Cooking with Tommy Bahama

Flavors of Aloha: Cooking with Tommy Bahama

With winter in full force, even in the city, it’s always a welcome distraction when you get to kick off your boots, throw on a lei, and pretend that you’re enjoying some tropical weather. And that’s exactly what took place last week at Tommy Bahama in Midtown Manhattan. The celebrated brand threw a festive fête to celebrate the release of […]

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A Charming French Oasis in the Village

A Charming French Oasis in the Village

Tucked away in the East Village, Didier Pawlicki’s Le Village is a culinary gem awaiting to be discovered. Pawlicki, the man behind La Siréne and Taureau in Soho, has brought to the East Village a classic French bistro that will even have Parisians saying “c’est magnifique!” The small space can easily be overlooked in the bustling village, but once inside […]

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Games, Booze, Bites & More Entice Customers to Henri on Fifth

Games, Booze, Bites & More Entice Customers to Henri on Fifth

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 […]

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