140 Character Overview: Understated elegance by Ian Schrager, master of boutique cool, & Marriott International. Golden Age NYC inspo. Modern, sexy lobby scene. The Vibe: This place is cool, sexy and luxurious. The New York EDITION is what modern hospitality is all about. The Location: Perfectly situated on Madison Square Park in the Flatiron District, you’re a stone’s throw from the original Shake Shack and Eataly, and everything else that makes this neighborhood cool right now. It’s an easy […]
Posts categorized: Daily Dose New York
From The New York EDITION to the new Whitney, there’s so much to see and do in New York before summer’s end. If you’re planning a late summer trip, I’ve got you covered with something new in every category: Do, Eat, Drink Shop and Stay, plus one bonus—my favorite sailboat-turned-oyster bar, Grand Banks, is back for its second season on the Hudson River. Do – The new Whitney With last fall’s Jeff Koons retrospective marking the final exhibition in its longtime Upper East […]
140 Character Overview: Tower of sexiness straddling the High Line in NYC’s Meatpacking District. Peek-a-boo exhibitionist rooms, all mirrors & windows. Party spot. The Vibe: The epitome of a trendy New York City hotel, The Standard High Line (848 Washington St., New York; 212-645-4646) is a hot spot destination in the Meatpacking District. More than just a place to lay your head at night, New Yorkers flock to The Standard for weekend day drinking and ping pong at the Biergarten, […]
Aug 27
2013
2013
‘Somewhere in Brooklyn’
In the years that I lived in Manhattan, I pretty much never made it to Brooklyn. And I left just before places like Prospect Park and Williamsburg were starting to get really cool (as far as I know). My brother Brett’s lived in Brooklyn for over a year now and it only took me three visits to New York before I made a point to have a Brooklyn day. Along with my sister Kristy, we took a taxi from the […]
May 24
2013
2013
Daily Dose: Maz Mezcal, New York
For incredible, authentic Mexican cuisine, head to Maz Mezcal, a neighborhood favorite on the Upper East Side. To be more precise, it was my neighborhood favorite back in the days when I was an Upper East Sider. Their perfectly balanced margaritas, fresh guacamole, and mouth-watering enchiladas de camarones in green tomatillo sauce with melted cheese and rice and beans was enough to keep me coming back almost weekly, usually for a Sunday evening dinner. A family affair, the Silvas from Mazatlan, Mexico […]
Apr 4
2013
2013
Daily Dose: Jeffrey, New York
I’d rather swoon than shop. And by that, I mean, I’d rather window shop the exquisite pieces I can’t afford than buy off the racks for things I can. Jeffrey, in New York City’s Meatpacking District, is a great place for this kind of shopping (or, swooning). With a highly curated selection of the most coveted designer apparel and accessories, this expansive store is a treasure trove of items to ooh and ahh over. From the latest Chanel, Prada, and […]
Mar 2
2013
2013
Daily Dose: Pastis, New York
There may be other cozy French brasseries in New York, but as far as I’m concerned Pastis will always reign supreme, or at the very least, hold a special place in my heart. Whether it’s a mid-afternoon Champagne indulgence (I love their La Vie en Rose Champagne cocktail), a festive Sunday brunch, or a celebratory late dinner, I’ve had too many good memories at Pastis for its charm to ever fade. Located in the ever-trendy and high energy Meatpacking District, […]
Dec 31
2012
2012
Daily Dose: Standard Biergarten, New York
Looking for a little fun and recreation to accompany your weekend day drinking routine? Situated underneath the Highline and at the foot of the Meatpacking District’s entrance to the scenic elevated walkway is the Standard Biergarten. Open air in the summer and glass enclosed in the winter, with ping pong tables aplenty and rows of tables packed tight for imbibing, the vibe is very rec-center-meets-chic-Manhattan-hangout. The staff, dressed in lederhosen tromp l’oeil t-shirts, lends a playful, free-spirited mood as you purchase tickets […]
