Beloved brewery, Samuel Adams, has hit the nail on the head again with its latest release, their New England Pale Ale. Following on the heels of their New England IPA, Sam Adams Founder & Brewer Jim Koch explains that, “the minute we landed our New England IPA, we began experimenting on the style to play up the juiciness even more, […]

Yankees’ right fielder Giancarlo Stanton can now add cover star to his impressive resumé. Last night, Stanton kicked off the season with DuJour Media at TAO Downtown, celebrating his April cover issue. With a packed crowd clamoring for photos of the 6’6 power hitter, Stanton graciously posed for photo ops with guests while enjoying his night alongside DuJour Media Founder […]

Over the years I’ve taken quite a few fitness classes at gyms all around the city. Last year, I joined Crunch for their Anti-Gravity Yoga class and had so much fun that I was excited to be invited back to try out another one of their classes. On a rainy day last week, I turned my dreary day around with […]

It’s no secret that I love hard cider, it’s a great lighter option than beer and is always super refreshing. However, sometimes it’s hard to drink more than one. Although cider is delicious, it can often be overly sweet and that can really turn people off. At my recent book club, I brought out some of Strongbow Hard Cider‘s new […]

In the up and coming neighborhood of Midtown East, the new bi-level Lebanese restaurant Yara, brings in a fresh new flavor that was previously missing. While there are delicious classic American staples in the area like The Smith, The Sea Fire Grill, and popular steakhouse Smith & Wollensky, ethnic restaurants are woefully lacking. The warm and elegant Yara gives diners […]

Celebrate Irish culture with one, or all, of these fun, delicious cocktails! The Chaparrita (Courtesy of Licha’s Cantina, Austin, TX and Gem & Bolt) 1.5 oz. Gem & Bolt Mezcal 1 oz. Damiana Tea Splash of fresh pineapple juice Splash of lime bitter To make Damiana tea: Steep 1 oz. of dry damiana leaf in hot water for 30 minutes, […]

When Scott Stoddard, an American graduate student, sets off to Switzerland to start University, his life changes forever when he meets an older woman named Desiree, who happens to be the Countess de Rovere. But this is not your typical man meets older, more sophisticated woman romance novel. Filled with glamour, a European backdrop and flirtatious repartee, An Improbable Pairing […]

Still fresh off New York Fashion Week, men and women everywhere are looking to big brands, tastemakers and magazines to discover what all of the latest and greatest trends are for the coming year. Athlesiure wear is nothing new to the scene but it doesn’t look like it will be going anywhere any time soon. Miller Wendt has taken the […]

Tucked away on the dark sidewalk of West 10th Street, Due West, an intimate, rustic industrial gastropub seduces New Yorkers into coming in for a cocktail or two and a bite. Partake of the communal table or go traditional in one of their cozy tables for an evening of high quality drinks. Known for their impressive cocktail menu, Due West has […]

A new concept combining art and dining has emerged in a scintillating and sexy space in the Meatpacking District. With an entire floor dedicated to a month-long residency of art, as well as an entire floor devoted to another month-long residency of a renowned chef, Intersect x Lexus brings together the ideals of innovation and excellence in both art and […]