While some people are counting calories and eliminating entire food groups, others take a more practical approach to the new year. Everything in moderation is how it should be done, which means that giving in to those cravings every once in a while is a-ok. And thank god for that! Acclaimed Pastry Chef David Zaquine, along with Jerome Assouline, just […]

Speakeasies have insured that New Yorkers enjoy stepping back in time once in a while, but for those looking for a different kind of night out, Soho Cigar Bar (formerly Circa Tabac) brings with it all of the 1920s nostalgia you’ve come to love, along with the addition of fine cigars. Last night, New York’s oldest cigar bar and lounge celebrated its […]

A SoHo favorite amongst chronic brunch attendees, Chalk Point Kitchen once again proves that it is so much more than avocado toast. The Kitchen’s refreshed winter menu has arrived, offering something for everyone, and doing it all with comfort and style. The cozy country aesthetic and the gracious staff are the cornerstones of the success of Chalk Point Kitchen, but […]

Dock your yacht on West Broadway and step into the dulcet tones of Mamo’s soothing white washed walls and crown molding accents. An Italian restaurant with Provencal overtones, owner Mike Mammoliti has commissioned Chef Massimo Sola, the former executive chef at Eataly in Rome, as well as the one Michelin starred restaurant Ristorante Quattri Mori. Buzz around Mamo, which opened […]

On a chilly New York night, stepping into restauranteur and chef Didier Pawlicki’s Taureau will instantly warm you up. Maybe it’s the old-school exposed brick walls and ceilings. Maybe it’s the French wine. Maybe it’s the jovial atmosphere. Or maybe it’s the fondue. Yes, fondue is the name of the game at this SoHo restaurant. Save room when going to […]

If you haven’t heard of the name Vivienne Hu, let me the first to introduce you to her. Originally from China, Vivienne Hu left her hometown at 18 years old to pursue the world of banking. By 2006, she was making a name for herself in investment banking, but things changed and she decided she wanted to be a designer. […]

One of the biggest gifts someone can give to an individual is a caring home, education and a bright future. There are numerous foundations that tackle these causes, but one that has gained attention from many celebrities is the Many Hopes Foundation. Aiming to raise a generation of children who will lead with justice and defeat extreme poverty in Kenya, […]

The Monster Cycle + Studio combined fashion and fitness for New York Fashion Week. Here, both fitness and fashion enthusiasts gathered at the cycle studio on Lafayette Street to enjoy muddled cocktails by Broken Shed Vodka, Chilean wines, and Zana Bayne’s leather looks. Zana Bayne developed her harness accessory business after studying at the San Francisco Art Institute. Zana has […]

Haus, located on 285 Broadway, is a new nightclub at the intersection of Soho and Tribeca that just opened on June 27th, 2014. Located in the historic 100-year old Brunner Building that once housed the Canal Room, it is a 5,300 square foot space that features hand-crafted wood doors. I was given the opportunity to attend a private preview of […]

A friend of mine recently told me that 508 is 5-0-great, and although it’s cheesy, it’s also true. 508 Gastrobrewery is a refreshingly welcoming spot in West SoHo, known for its sharable plates and hand-crafted beer. Chef and owner Jennifer Hill created a wonderful Mediterranean-American menu, full of variety — from pastas and flatbreads to burgers and upscale pub grub […]