By Haiting Tan. As we transition out of winter, chefs have introduced new offerings to reflect the bounties of spring- creating new dishes that infuse seasonal herbs and vegetables into their classic menus. We’ve had a chance to explore New York’s culinary scene from haute Japanese to contemporary Italian, classic seafood and steakhouse fare…
If you’ve attended Mariah Carey’s and Nick Cannon’s Hamptons wedding celebration, Billy Joel’s Fourth of July party, P. Diddy’s white fete, or events hosted by, Ivanka Trump Jewelry, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany or Google, you’ve seen Elegant Affairs in action from NYC to Montauk. You’ve also probably seen proprietor Andrea Correale share her food and…
By Hillary Latos. For the Tastemaker, Brett Berish, developing liquor brands runs in the genes. His father was the former Chairman at Jim Beam and his brother managed the marketing budgets for high profile liquor brands. So it was a natural progression for the father and sons to launch Sovereign Brands- a family run…
By Haiting Tan. Owners Guillermo “Willie” Lucerofabbi and Canalp “Jon” Caner were hunting for their favorite dining spots across the city when they concocted the genius concept of Mundo. The posh restaurant previously located in Astoria where it was a local favorite, reopened in Paper Factory Hotel back in 2014 after a two-year…
The Belvedere at The Peninsula Beverly Hills Hotel The delicious Mediterranean cuisine at The Belvedere, located at The Peninsula Beverly Hills Hotel was incredible. From the food to the décor, everything was simply delightful. Thank you for having us and we definitely will be making another visit soon. ADDITIONAL RELATED POSTS:The Beverly HiltonLos…
Amstel’s Light Burger Bash presented by Schweid & Sons hosted by Rachael Ray turns 10 this year! Resident had the honor of attending the ‘tasy’ event last week, and it was filling in all the right places. The event took place at the PMG North Venue in the sparkling sands behind The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach.…
By James Clark. As the temperatures keep dropping, you might feel the need for a meal that is hearty, warm, and good for the soul. And as Valentine’s Day approaches, you might find yourself looking for food that’s as upscale and delicious as it is hearty. Rocco Steakhouse, a new restaurant located in NoMad.…
An Authentic Caribbean Rum By James McDonald Exemplifying true craftsmanship is Bumbu, an exceptional artisanal and handcrafted Rum that’s created in the same method as it was 400 years ago. What creates the unique and unrivalled flavor profile is the secret recipe derived from the 16th century sailors and pirates, who mixed their rations…
Built in 1928, the Renwick in New York’s newest historic hotel encompassing 173 rooms and named after its architect, James Renwick, Jr., who is best known for his design of St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Originally, the building was comprised of oversized artist’s studios and lofts that were eventually turned into a long-stay hotel, and was home…
By Hillary Latos One of the best things about living in New York is the plethora of ethnic cuisines and fine restaurants where you can embark on a gastronomic journey of world flavors. This month we explored haute Chinese to authentic Latin, Italian and Old world Greek styles of cuisine. But what is…
