Formerly referred to under the umbrella of “upstate New York,” Beacon, a small town in the Hudson River Valley, is undergoing a cultural facelift. A different kind of gentrification is occurring here, one that allows Beacon to shine, embracing its quirkiness and its distinct personality that separates it from the rest of the towns dotting the landscape of this lush […]

Every bartender knows that the key to making the ideal cocktail includes bitters. A popular ingredient in drinks prior to prohibition, bitters have been around for centuries and have gained popularity in recent years with the rise of craft cocktails. One company that left their mark on the cocktail industry is The Bitter Truth, with their wide selection of bitters and […]

It’s a known fact that New Yorkers are always in a rush. Some of us, myself included, even have a bad habit of not eating a healthy breakfast (or any at all!) every morning. Luckily, popular frozen yogurt franchise 16 Handles will change the way the New Yorkers eat breakfast. 16 Handles revolutionized frozen yogurt when it opened up its first […]

How many times have you been on the road, eager to seek out the local fare but with little idea where to turn? It’s a regular occurrence for me. I find a great place to start is usually at the local bar – but who knows what to expect behind divey doors? Lovers of good, regional beers who like to […]

If you live in New York then you know how hard it is to plan a night out with your pals. Being that New York City never sleeps and there are hundreds of restaurants, bars, events and plays; it’s hard to keep up and choose what to do on one of those girls/guys night out. Having trouble deciding? Then check out […]

I first heard of Katty Xiomara a year ago and I was very impressed with her designs. This year during New York Fashion Week I was very fortunate to attend the presentation of her Spring/Summer 2015 collection as part of Nolcha Fashion Week and finally get to see her clothing in person. My expectations going into the show were already high […]

Father’s Day is right around the corner and if you don’t know what to get your dad you came to the right place. There are some spots around New York that are going that extra mile to make sure that dads across the city will have a day to remember. Savoury, an Indian restaurant from chef-owner Lala Sharma and located […]

As the summer pushes forward, it’s time to take advantage of this beautiful weather if you haven’t already.  Kimpton’s Midtown hotel is no exception.  With a superb location, nestled close to Grand Central Station, this hotel offers a personal and intimate atmosphere.  Offered now as a promotion, the “surf or turf city” deal is a great way to relax and let […]