As a kid, I religiously peeled the skins off grapes first. A bitter foil to the soft fleshened interior to follow, I bit them brief and swallowed whole as a sort of drum roll. That stark of a distinction between the skin and its grape body hadn’t existed again until this day… several decades later. […]
HEALTH/DINING
Wines of Sicilia: A Mosaic of Flavors
NEW YORK CITY 6/14 Touring the Sicilian Wine Tasting, set in south Soho’s infamously quaint n stylish NOMO Hotel on Crosby st, I learned a whole lot. For starters, I was reminded that Sicily boasts an exquisite range of wines thanks to its topographical variations and prime Mediterranean climate. Known for its vibrant and unique flavors, […]
AAFA Celebrates Stewardship and Progress with the 2023 American Image Awards
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) hosted the 2023 AAFA American Image Awards last evening at the iconic Plaza Hotel in New York City. Emceed by the host of Boston Globe Today, Segun Oduolowu, the gala honored inspirational leaders and advocates in the apparel and footwear industries. The AAFA American Image Awards honorees included New Balance Athletics Inc. as […]
Make A Wish Foundation’s 14th Annual “Spirits, Wine and Wishes” Benefit
Make-A-Wish Foundation, a non-profit organization granting the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions, held its Spirits, Wine and Wishes Benefit at Pier 60 this past month. Aimed at creating life-changing experiences for children and their families, providing them with hope, strength, and joy during difficult times, Make-A-Wish has granted over 500,000 wishes since its […]
Glasshouse Event space: Fractals Galore!
Glasshouse Event space, overlooking the Hudson, city skyline, and horizon all at once, had a spectacular sunset party last week! Panoramically equipped with exquisite catering, light production, artful floral décor, and deep house DJ, t’was fun getting lost in it all. With terraces extending into the river, city and air– this gorgeous venue boasts multiple […]
Record-Breaking Evening for Delivering Good Celebrating Leadership and Excellence in Fashion, Finance, & Beyond
National nonprofit Delivering Good celebrated its annual fundraising event November 3rd, raising a record-breaking $2.1M from sponsors and attendees including $203,000 from the auction and fund-a-need appeal. Over 500 guests were in attendance. The event was held at the historical Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City and highlighted leadership and excellence in fashion, […]
Bar Pigalle is Detroit’s best secret; and it’s not just a bar!
Modern yet classic, artsy and urbane, the eclectic enclave Bar Pigalle feels like a gem you’d stumble upon in East Williamsburg or Dumbo. Then again, we liken to things what we experientially know. Founded by award-winning mixologist Travis Fourmont, and renowned Sommelier Joseph Allerton, its being ultimately inspired by one founder’s trip to the nightlife […]
The Best 4 Books to read before and during Pregnancy
Becoming pregnant and enduring the process are no easy feats, especially amid the declining birth and marriage rates of today’s generation. Date sites have made meeting Mr. Right more challenging, while technology has bourgeoned a plethora of conflicted information—both of which may only dissuade and scare women from embarking on the perilous yet rewarding journey. […]
Six Creative Women Doing Great Things
To celebrate Women’s Month we are highlighting the life and careers of six creative women doing everything from dominating fashion week to designing “Panties with Purpose” and even the next big Nashville music star. THALE BLANC Founded by Deborah Sawaf in 2010, Thalé Blanc is a luxury fashion brand specializing in women’s designer handbags, accessories, and jewelry. In […]
NYC & L.A. are Siblings: Dismantling myths (of rivalry)
‘The 100-degree L.A. heat in October had me envying the crispy coolness of colors bursting from the east coast’s dying leaves. Craving nothing more than the feel of leather, fur, and toasty fires, a familiarity with NYC certainly could breed complacence; an unfamiliarity with L.A. could just as easily feed loss. L.A. propels you to drown […]