Dominique Ansel may be the mastermind behind the cronut, but Melissa Tavss is the brains behind Tipsy Scoop, a company that combines artisanal ice cream with booze, and yes, it rivals the notorious cronut. Tipsy Scoop creates small batch hand-crafted ice creams that contain 5% alcohol per serving, similar to many beers. While many dessert companies these days seem to […]

New York is ramen obsessed. Proof the city’s infatuation with the slurp has reached epidemic proportions lies in the ramen maps you can buy; instructional slideshows you can watch; and the three-plus-hour lines you can stand in for burgers bunned with the noodles. It was amongst this soupy fray that Midtown East’s Hinomaru Lucky Cat came onto the scene this winter (which, let’s face it, […]

Earlier this week we attended the food-centric event, the 12th annual Taste of Greenwich House. The event brings together over 30 of New York’s best restaurants and beverages to one spot, allowing guests to try their delicious fare, all for a great cause. Greenwich House is a fabulous non-profit organization that provides cultural, educational, health and recreational services at eight […]

One of the many wonderful things about the city is that there are so many museums and exhibits to take advantage of. Sometimes, however, a day of culture can lead to hunger and so we love that there’s a fantastic restaurant located within the New York Historical Society to keep guests satiated. Caffé Storico of Stephen Starr fame, is a […]

You’ve probably heard of the names Jacques Torres, Francois Payard and Max Brenner, but it’s time for the chocolate men of New York City to make way for Cecilia Tessieri. The world’s first female chocolatier, Cecilia Tessieri, opened her first store in NYC last month in Union Square. The woman behind Tuscany’s Amedei Chocolate brings years of experience and dedication […]

We already know that The Doe Fund knows how to throw a great party, so obviously we are psyched about their upcoming sweet: New York tasting event on March 13th. The Doe Fund, best known for their award-winning Ready, Willing and Able program, helps formerly homeless or incarcerated men better their circumstances. The upcoming event, which will take place from […]

Brought to you by famed restauranteur Jacques Ouari, who is the name behind hot spots Jacques Brasserie and Jacques 1534, comes a new French gastropub and cocktail lounge called The Pitch & Fork. This new spot on the Upper East Side immediately welcomes you in with its old-school appeal. The vintage, yet modern decoration makes you want to order up […]

The place can be easily missed whilst walking down Houston Street, but once you try the food at El Maguey y la Tuna you’ll understand why it’s one of the Lower East Side’s hidden gems. The authentic Mexican restaurant originally opened up in Williamsburg back in 1992, where it stayed until 2001 and reopened in its new location in 2003, […]

Zengo, a Richard Sandoval restaurant that has an ever-changing menu has wowed the people again. The chef and his amazing culinary team test recipes every few months in the test kitchen. Here is where they create works of art, symphonies of flavors, and delectable dishes to be highlighted on the menu. Each month, they explore Latin cuisine and Asian cuisine […]

A sophisticated bistro on the Upper East Side has been pleasing customers for 25 years, welcoming guests into their candlelit and homey-feeling French restaurant. Sel et Poivre, a family-owned restaurant, is a quaint spot for a meal, with black and white photos, wooden tables and antique sconces adding to its classic feel.          I was intrigued to […]