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 […]

Indian cuisine is all the rage, especially in New York City, where we have an entire neighborhood devoted to it — Curry Hill. Chef Hemant Mathur is making his mark in the city that never sleeps, with an impressive six restaurants currently under his belt, as well as a catering company. The chef plays both owner and executive chef to […]

Alphabet City just got a major upgrade. A new dining experience, brought to New Yorkers by owner Amar Patel and executive chef Wesley Wobles, boasts Moroccan fare, signature cocktails and a hookah lounge. Casablanca, named for the classic film, is gorgeously decorated, with vintage artwork from the movie, whitewashed brick walls and Moroccan lanterns. The ambiance is immediately enchanting and […]

Walking throughout the Upper East Side, people will realize that it is almost impossible to find a good cup of coffee. In an area littered with Starbucks, there is a new coffee and pastry shop that is grabbing everyone’s attention, from foodies to coffee aficionados and residents. Petite Shell, located on 85th Street and Lexington Avenue, offers an array of […]

I am really proud of the fact that I’m finally accustomed to eating Indian food. I love to taste food from different countries, because that’s the best way to learn more about their culture right? Or maybe that’s just me. Being that I can’t eat spicy food I was very pleased with the quality, taste, and the variety of dishes […]

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 […]

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 […]

January has the contradictory effect of making you want to comfort-eat and detox at the same time. So it’s little wonder it’s been dubbed National Oatmeal Month, after the familiar food that’s healthy and warming. But if 31 days of porridge has you dreaming of last month’s cheese plates and pumpkin pie, don’t despair. Head to Calle Dao, the midtown […]

Entertaining friends at your place isn’t always easy, but once you say the word ‘cheese,’ every body’s ears perk up. When Smiley 360 afforded me the opportunity to get my hands on some Boursin cheese to pair with snacks of my choosing, I knew it was a great time to invite some friends over and make a night out of […]

Rove is a new brand that has created eco-friendly mugs, tumblers and containers that can be put to use each and every day. This generation is always rushing to do a multitude of things and is always active; therefore, you need products that will help you instead of hinder you, right? Rove has a variety of products that are sustainable, easy-to-use, […]