A.B. Biagi Gelato & Coffee is an adorable little shop on Elizabeth Street in Soho. The sun yellow front of the store invites you right into a warm environment full of weekly changing flavors of gelato and sorbet. Antonio, the owner, was raised in an Italian family, but resided in Brazil. He loved gelato and everything it entailed and went […]

Mint, cilantro, rosemary, lavender, basil, tomatoes, strawberries, and blueberries; the list goes on and on. What makes these ingredients so enticing to write about? Well, besides the aromas and flavors, these edible herbs, flowers, and fruits make for really interesting and refreshing ingredients for cocktails. If you’re in NYC and lacking your own outdoor garden as many do, then look […]

Weekends in NYC are active, fun, and really help you unwind after a long work week, but there are also great weekday happy hours and plenty of spruced up menus to entice your inner foodie. If you want to be in the know on what’s happening in NYC, then keep reading because summer in the city is sure going to […]

Marco Polo Ristorante in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, just celebrated an iconic anniversary in the restaurant industry. Thirty (30) years this beloved Italian restaurant has won the hearts and stomachs of locals, families, and generations of New Yorkers. Joseph Chirico, the owner, immigrated in 1964 where he then founded Marco Polo Ristorante. People thought he was crazy for opening a fine dining […]

Italy is at your fingertips come July 6th, 2013.  A new show will air on channel 13, hosted by Vic Rallo, a New Jersey Restaurateur and well-known wine critic. Rallo went from earning a law degree to owning and operating Basil T’s Brewery and Italian Grill in Red Bank, NJ and Undici Taverna Rustica in Rumson, NJ. Both restaurants have […]

Summer time screams fun, sun, and hopefully for most weekends or days off, at the beach! With all the great bathing suits and sandals available, having a perfectly accessorized beach bag is a summer must. While driving to the beach with friends and planning a gorgeous beach day, a few things to pack along in that bag should be: Summer […]

Domaine de Canton, a ginger liqueur, uses only the finest, freshest baby ginger to produce this luxury spirit. Chef Eric Ripert, of New York City’s Le Bernardin has achieved huge success and numerous awards to prove it, including four stars from the NY Times several years in a row, a coveted 3-star from the Michelin Guide, and a 29/30 rating […]

Terroir is more than just a trendy wine bar with many locations. They serve incredible craft beers for every palate preference and recently held a Belgian Beer class in their Brooklyn location in Park Slope. The beer class was very informative and was taught by one of the restaurant’s managers. Allison, the manager, was funny, outspoken, and has been with […]

“When your feeling down about your life… think about how lucky you are”- Amy Oestreicher These were just some of the inspiring words from this brave, bold, and beautiful survivor. Gutless and Grateful: A Second Helping is the true story of how Amy, as a child, who was an aspiring theater star, had her world turned upside down. She was […]

Autentico Tequila Alacran, founded in 2010 in Mexico City is growing in popularity across the USA in fine restaurants, clubs, and hotels, as well as some of the best lounges in NYC, Miami, and TX. Alacran is also making its name abroad. With the company’s commitment to excellence and producing smooth tasting, high quality agave products, it is no wonder […]