People tend to put a lot of pressure on celebrating New Year’s Eve. Some people trek through the cold and crowded mobs at Times Square to watch the ball drop, some spend weeks looking for the perfect outfit to attend the perfect party, and some spend days prepping the perfect spread to entertain their guests with. But prepping for New […]

Oh, you know…just another holiday gift guide for all you last minute shoppers. Somehow the holidays always manage to sneak up on us, but we’ve got an eclectic mix of gifts to suit everyone on your shopping list. Perfect for any man in your life, be it a friend, husband, boyfriend or father, UncommonGreen‘s glassware collection is out of this […]

Thinking of visiting Nashville, Tennessee? Make sure to stop in at Embers Ski Lodge. It’s not exactly a ski lodge, which is what initially came to mind when I was introduced to the recently opened establishment. It’s your soon-to-be favorite Pacific Northwest-inspired bar and restaurant. Located in the trendy 12South neighborhood, Embers offers the warmth and camaraderie of a ski lodge […]

Tucked away on a quiet stretch of Madison Avenue is a homey restaurant invoking the feeling of a small town. White wood walls give it a seaside vibe, and all the manic energy of the city outside quietly melts away as your sip your first glass of wine from an interesting and off the beaten path wines-by-the-glass list. Years of […]

Warm up your winter festivities with some of these outstanding boozy cocktails. No matter what holiday you’re celebrating, this time of year should be enjoyed. Twists on your favorite holiday classics, and new and exciting libations comprise our list of cocktails that you need to be drinking right now. War on Winter (Courtesy of Canadian Club) 1 part Canadian Club […]

The ghosts of our past are ones we have to learn to live with. They exist around us, stick to us, drain our spirit if we let them. In “Old Times” by Harold Pinter, the ghosts of the past are real and they invade the present life of a couple that has escaped the big city and its ghosts to […]

Luke’s Lobster is a staple in New York City. Since it first opened in the East Village back in 2009, it has grown to have multiple locations, not only in New York, but across the country. The restaurant is known for serving up sustainable Maine-style seafood dishes, and we are big fans. Their Midtown East location hosted us to try […]

Let me begin to say this: art is not supposed to provide a safe space for anyone. Art is a reflection of society, theater its stage mirror. I say this not only because of recent events, but because it does fit with this review. You see, on Friday night an audience came to see a show billed as “No Man’s […]

‘Tis the season…to start holiday shopping!! Now that we are officially in the month of December, it’s all about holiday gifting. With DesireList, we were able to easily curate our own wishlist for the holidays so that our friends and family know exactly what we want (no more ugly Christmas sweaters, please). The website allows you to both give and […]

Many a New Yorker has heard of the infamous Ellen’s Stardust Diner. Located in the heart of Times Square, it’s not ideally situated for a seasoned New Yorker who tends to avoid the crowded hub, but that’s no reason to miss out on the musical fare that tourists flock to. The retro 50’s themed diner attracts many out-of-towners to see […]