Canary Club
Ideal for a night out with friends or a romantic date, Canary Club’s unexpected decor and entertainment make for a truly unforgettable evening. Inspired by the intoxicating energy of New Orleans, this unique supper club features a variety of live entertainment to go with your meal, including live jazz, funk, soul, disco, plus weekly comedy shows. Located in the heart of New York's Lower East Side at 303 Broome St, make sure you check out this vibrant bi-level spot
Opened in October 2019 by husband and wife duo Ryan Chadwick and Emily Frantz, Canary Club recently updated many of their menu items and cocktails. Canary Club’s menu includes colorful, modern American dishes cooked in a wood-fired oven. Highlights of the menu included perfectly roasted garlic & parsley creole escargot, prepared in the classic French fashion, and hoisin pork belly lettuce wraps. The differing flavor profiles were both equally delicious, a feat not easy to pull off. The crown jewel of the dinner menu was the featured Canary Club Fried Chicken with voodoo spice, crystal hot sauce, and waffle fries.
The signature cocktails were modern and exceptional, with names after the artists and art pieces from the Dada & Surrealist movements. Van Gogh’s Ear fittingly blended absinthe, cognac, grenadine, cachaca, and citrus to create a vivid and bright cocktail reminiscent of the paintings it referenced. The Two Fridas was also one of the recommended signature cocktails, with reposado tequila, mezcal, aperitif wine, thym liqueur, and cassis mixed together for a fiery, statement-making flavor combination that Miss Kahlo herself would certainly enjoy. And by featuring unique zero-proof cocktails, Canary Club ensures that you can partake in the fun even if you’re not drinking.
From the crafted and thoughtful meals and drinks to the handpicked selection of music, this elevated neighborhood bar can’t be missed.
Carnegie Diner & Cafe and Pizza & Shakes
There’s nothing like the cozy feeling of diner food and Carnegie Diner is here to cure your cravings!
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Although the famous diner reopened its doors a few years ago, its food options have continued to expand ever since. Carnegie Diner & Cafe, which is located on 205 W 57th Street, has everything from omelettes and pancakes to seafood and burgers.
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Carnegie Diner & Cafe also serves desserts, ranging from cheesecakes to pies, which can satisfy any sweet tooth! But if you’re in the mood for some pizza and milkshakes, walk down the street to find yourself at Pizza & Shakes, Carnegie Diner’s sister-store.
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Pizza & Shakes an original premier pizza, milkshake, and gelato restaurant providing high-quality food while combining fun and vibrant ambiance. Pizzas come in one unique size and one price featuring a variety of chef's specialty pizzas as well as a build-your-own option. Premium milkshakes include the basic flavors of chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, and cookies and cream. Gelato milkshakes are also available in various flavors using their authentic Italian gelato.
Both restaurants offer delivery and pickup, but if you’re ever in Midtown in search of the best diner food there is, look no further than Carnegie Diner & Cafe! For more information, visit www.carnegiediner.com or https://www.pizzashakes.com.
Made in New York Pizza West Village
Last night Made in New York Pizza opened its second location at 561 Hudson Street between Perry and West 11 streets with great fanfare at a party that celebrated NYC. The new location features a robust menu of pizzas in both traditional and square pies and by the slice along an impressive art collection of murals, NFTs and graffiti art that celebrate NYC. It is owned and operated by restaurateur Eytan Sugarman in partnership with Chef Lou Tomczak formerly of Emmy Squared. Sugarman’s partners in the project include Gary Vaynerchuk, Guy Oseary, Ryan Tedder and DJ Clue.
Guests at the party, with beats by DJ Clue, included Broadway power couple Orfeh and Andy Karl and sampled the Made In New York Spicy Pepperoni Square and new specialties such as The Drunken Grandma (grandma style square with fresh mozzarella, vodka sauce, fresh basil), Street Fair Square (sausage, shaved Vidalia onion and chopped cherry pepper), and new Margherita (fresh tomato sauce, pecorino, stracciatella cheese, basil and extra virgin olive oil). New vegan options, made with Violife Cheese were also available and included a cheese pie, a plant based pepperoni pie and a "vegan grandma" with hand crushed plum tomatoes, fresh chopped garlic, and Sicilian Oregano.
Also at the event was renowned Graffiti artist Lord Henry who created a graffiti mural on the restaurant's floor that is reminiscent of 1980’s era street art. Guests also took in several NFT’s from Sugarman’s personal collection including a rare Bored Ape Yacht Club Ape and The Very, Very Very Lucky Black Cat, which are a part of the mural. The “A Love Letter To New York” mural-consisting of a full wall canvas work that encompasses hundreds of images of iconic people, moments, and images of NYC- was also on display for all to see. Images on it include famous sports moments, scenes from movies shot in NYC, NYC iconic artists like Basquiat, Warhol, Keith Haring and LeRoy Neiman.
Made in New York Pizza's new location will be open from 12PM-12AM daily for take out, dine in and and will also deliver. It is at 561 Hudson Between West 11th and Perry.
$45,000 Cognac in NYC
History met luxury at the rooftop club Somewhere Nowhere NYC as Remy Martin’s Louis XIII Cognac was unveiled for a celebratory tasting. Only 0.0000038361% of people worldwide have had the opportunity to taste this unique and rare liquor.
With garden-inspired decor and a magical design, Somewhere Nowhere’s outdoor lounge and open-air rooftop pool gave 360-views of Manhattan’s majestic skyline and provided a truly immersive nightlife experience. The interior featured multiple floors and even an open-air rooftop pool, making it a luxury nightlife destination perfectly designed for the exclusive previewing of limited edition ultra-rare NXIII decanter by LOUIS XIII.
A LOUIS XIII Brand Ambassador hosted the exclusive LOUIS XIII tasting paired with caviar. The tasting explained the blend of the cognac, which is composed of up to 1,200 of the finest and most precious eaux-de-vie from grapes grown in Grande Champagne vineyard in the region of Cognac. This fiery, colorless liquid is poured into century-old Limousin oak casks to mature over the years. Since 1874, the Remy Martin Cellar Masters has set aside the finest Grande Champagne eau-de-vie and used their artistic intuition and craftsmanship to hand-pick different combinations of aged eaux-de-vie set aside by their predecessors to blend in such a way that retains the taste and aromas of LOUIS XIII cognac throughout time.
After admiring how the liquor was housed in a Baccarat crystal decanter marked with the signature fleur de lis insignia, we were led through the process of first eyeing the honeyed amber tones of the cognac and then enjoying a slow sip to fully dissect and appreciate the individual flavors that arose from both the taste and aroma. At the caviar pairing, the richness of the LOUIS XIII mingled with the brininess of the Special Reserve Petrossian Caviar to create an explosion of flavors on the tongue. The experience captured the essence of luxury, and was made all the more opulent by being hosted in Somewhere Nowhere’s extravagant venue.
Clinton Hall's New Hashtag Burger
The newest addition to Clinton Hall's menu is their Hashtag Burger, which debuts on Thursday, March 10th. It'll be served off at a half-off price of $10 on 3/10 for one day only to celebrate Clinton Hall reaching 100,000 followers on Instagram.
It’ll be available at all Clinton Hall locations and will be added to the menu for $20 beginning on 3/11.
And guests who snap a picture of the burger and hashtag #clintonhall will also have a chance to win a $100 dollar gift card!
The Hashtag Burger created by Clinton Hall Executive Chef Darryl Harmon is made with Wagyu beef, American Cheese, Gem Lettuce, Tomato, Bread and Butter Pickles, House Made Ketchup, on a Brioche Roll.
Isla & Co in Williamsburg
Isla & Co in Williamsburg is officially opening today! Australian restaurant group Parched Hospitality Group, the team behind New York City’s wildly popular Hole in the Wall restaurants, The Sentry, Daintree and Ghost Burger, is introducing their latest hospitality concept, Isla & Co. which will be housed adjacent to The William Vale in Williamsburg.
Helming the kitchen will be Executive Chef Matt Foley, formerly of two Michelin-starred Marea in NYC, who is best known for his flavor development and visual plating. Foley has crafted a menu that encapsulates specialty dishes inspired by Australian coastal towns by day and a cocktail driven dinner destination by night, Isla & Co. draws influences from Australia, Europe and SouthEast Asia. The menu encapsulates Australian style cooking - creative brunch dishes and a seasonally driven dinner menu with excellent cuts of meat paired with bright flavors alongside vegetable focussed dishes. Isla & Co. is designed to fit the bill for your morning coffee, a mid-week lunch walk-in, an intimate dinner date or a social gathering spot, providing a convivial eatery boasting healthy, always-fresh, seasonal, high-quality ingredients and dishes, alongside an engaging service.
Isla & Co. also plans to open two new locations in Florida and one in Atlanta this year. Their West Palm Beach location at 14 Clare Avenue, across from the Grandview Public Market, will open this Spring in addition to a Miami Beach location and Atlanta's Isla & Co. opening is slated for July.
Food: Brunch, which will be served until 4pm everyday will include Chili Egg Scramble, Brekkie Roll, Smoked Salmon Benedict, Brioche French Toast, Griddled Banana Bread, Isla Burger, and the Pulled Pork Sandwich with cabbage slaw, pickled onion and served with fries. Dinner items include Spicy Shrimp Vodka Rigatoni, a Signature Isla Burger, Fish & Chips and a Half Chicken with seasonal roasted vegetables.
Coffee: Isla & Co. delivers a specialty coffee program inspired by Australian coffee culture serving Hole in the Wall Espresso. Isla & co will feature two signature house blends suitable for Espresso and drip extraction originating from Ethiopia and the Americas and roasted in Denver Colorado.
Alcohol: Isla & Co will offer an extensive wine list with a large focus on natural and organic wines, craft beers and signature cocktails like the Wizard of Aus - Starward Whiskey, lemon juice, sugar, egg white, Shiraz wine float, Isla Old Fashioned -bourbon, Amaro Montenegro, Eucalyptus bitters, and The Taipan - Hiatus Tequila, spicy pepper, yuzu, agave, shiso alongside brunch cocktail favorites like a mimosa and their house blend bloody mary. All beverages are served from brunch through to dusk.
Days and Hours of Operation: Monday-Sunday from 8am-11pm with brunch from 8am - 4pm and dinner from 5pm - 11pm.
The Bar at JACX&CO Launches at The JACX
JACX&CO made quite a splash during the launch of its bar on Thursday, March 10, at the plaza level of The JACX in Long Island City. Nestled in the middle of The JACX’s Food Hall, The Bar at JAX&CO’s shows promise of a new late-night hangout for Long Island City dwellers.
Bottles of top-of-the-line drinks filled the shelf from left to right. Surrounded by coat-covered high stool chairs, wooden tables, and comfy ottomans, the bar was full of guests looking to try inventive new drinks and some old favorites.
There’s a lot of fun to be had just from the playfully named cocktails: a sweet-with-a-kick Gantry Park Fizz, Sunnyside, Spice & Smooth, Tale of 2 Cities, Side Piece, a classic Jacx & Coke, Queens Gold, and a smooth Highlander.
The Bar at JACX&CO also serves up expert wine selections for those who want to go the classic route and premium craft beer for those who want to kick back and relax. Those who find themselves looking for a nightcap before heading home would find that The Bar at JACX&CO will more than satisfy their need for a buzz.
There’s no need to worry about late-night grub, either—not when there’s a selection of culinary treats from The JACX’s well-known Food Hall eateries like Méxology, Taïm, Lotus + Cleaver, Beebe’s, Ghaya, Biao Sugar, and Temakase.
The Bar at JACX&Co is open from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. from Sunday to Thursday and 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. from Friday to Saturday. It;s accessible through the 7, N, W, E, M, R, and G trains.
Brickworks Global Flagship Design Studio
On Thursday, March 3, Brickworks North America — a subsidiary of Brickworks Limited, one of the most premium and diverse building material manufacturers — welcomed InvitedNYC to officially celebrate its global flagship Design Studio in New York City. Located on NYC’s iconic 5th Avenue, the Brickworks New York Design Studio provides architects, designers and homeowners an upscale, stylish space to collaborate on projects, explore premium products, and attend industry and educational events.
The festive 1930s celebration was attended by more than 300 guests, who included “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” stars Carson Kressley and Thom Filicia; Mark Ellenor, President of Brickworks North America; Lindsay Partridge, Managing Director of Brickworks; Robert Millner, Chairman of Brickworks; the Honorable Arthur Sinodinos AO, Australian Ambassador to the United States; and the Honorable Nicholas Greiner AC, Australian Consul-General to New York.
“Opening our international flagship Design Studio in New York City is a pivotal milestone for Brickworks and another opportunity for us to continue our expansion in North America,” said Lindsay Partridge, Managing Director, Brickworks. “It’s an honor to bring our expertise to New York City, home to some of the most diverse, lively and iconic architectural structures in the world and one of the world’s premier design hubs. With a fashion-forward, high-end product collection and unparalleled design experience, we’re thrilled to have our global flagship on New York City’s most famous shopping street among other legendary brands.”
Guests indulged in hors d’oeuvres and 1930s-style craft cocktails, while receiving an inside view of Glen-Gery’s line of top products throughout the evening. Midway through the night, Australian pop star Samantha Jade, who has worked with Ashley Tisdale and won the 4th season of “The X Factor” in Australia, took the stage. The pop sensation sang true classics including “Respect” by Aretha Franklin, “Fever” by Peggy Lee, “New York, New York” by Frank Sinatra, and “We Are Family” by Sister Sledge.
Inspired by the Art Deco architectural movement in New York and the timeless style of the world-famous Chrysler building. InvitedNYC entered the swanky celebratory black-tie party through a red carpet entrance greeted by flappers, circus entertainment, Veuve Clicquot champagne towers and hundreds of quality brick and stone products on display.
The 1930s-style celebration kicked off with welcome remarks from Mark Ellenor, president of Brickworks North America, and a champagne toast. Following, media, dignitaries and industry attendees enjoyed a lively evening of entertainment in the Design Studio’s 16,171-square-foot space and viewed hundreds of high-quality product samples from Glen-Gery.
The New York Design Studio is Brickworks’ third Design Studio in the U.S. and ninth Design Studio internationally. To learn more about Brickworks Design Studios, visit https://glengery.com/brickworks-design-studios.
ABOUT GLEN-GERY
Glen-Gery Corporation, part of Brickworks Limited of Australia, is a premier brick and stone manufacturer offering the most diverse product portfolio of more than 600 brick and stone products. For more than a century, Glen-Gery has provided high quality building products that meet both innovative design challenges and demanding construction specifications. Through technology advancements and product innovations, Glen-Gery delivers a premium product line that caters to the high-style needs of today’s architects, designers and homeowners. Founded in 1890, Glen-Gery is headquartered in Wyomissing, PA. www.glengery.com
ABOUT BRICKWORKS LIMITED
Brickworks has been building the Australian dream for over a century. Today, Brickworks is more than Australia’s largest and most trusted brick manufacturer. It comprises a diversified portfolio of attractive assets, offering shareholders stability and long-term growth. The Company has a proud track record, having paid a dividend every year since listing on the ASX in 1962. Brickworks comprises four divisions – Building Products Australia, Building Products North America, Industrial Property, and Investments.
Building Products Australia includes Austral Bricks, the country’s largest bricks producer, and other leading brands such as Austral Masonry, Austral Precast and Bristile Roofing. Building Products North America is the leading brick producer in the Northeast of the United States and includes the flagship brand of Glen-Gery. www.brickworks.com.au
Upsilon Gallery Presents: Kaleidoscope
Upsilon Gallery, a leading art gallery and fine print publisher specializing in International postwar and contemporary art, has opened their new flagship location on the Upper East Side (23 East 67th Street) with their inaugural exhibition “Kaleidoscope” by artist Osvaldo Mariscotti on February 25th.
The gallery, which was founded by Director Marcelo Zimmler in 2014, has chosen Kaleidoscope as their first exhibition at it focuses on Mariscotti’s study of the symbol, both individually and as a group in the development of language. The artist’s work also dives deeper and explores the concept of time and how it relates to human maturity and self-consciousness.
In addition to “Kaleidoscope,” Upsilon Gallery plans on featuring contemporary artists in its cozy atmosphere, which is surrounded by the fine art and design museums and galleries.
Upsilon Gallery is open to art connoisseurs between Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, and Saturdays by appointment. Kaleidoscope by Osvaldo Mariscotti is available to view from February 25-April 16.
The Continental Magazine Launches at The Chelsea Hotel
On Sunday, New York's iconic Chelsea Hotel - once a sanctuary for authors Mark Twain, Arthur Miller, Tennessee Williams, Patti Smith, Jack Kerouac - was the setting for launching a new quarterly, The Continental Literary Magazine. Underground burlesque, including sword swallowers, flame throwers, and naked human pin-cushions dawned sequins, feathers, and not little else, parading around to sounds of typewriters, with letters, books, and pens as props.
The Continental brings together bylines by the finest writers of Central Europe (in translation) alongside the Americans best authors. The first issue of the magazine, themed Prejudice, features Roxane Gay (The Power of No: A Meditation on Boundaries and Black Womanhood), Noam Chomsky, Native American poet Lance Henson (Indians), Nigerian American Tope Folarin (Big Brother), and Judith Newman (I'm Here, I'm Disabled, Get Used To It). Copies of The Continental are on sale now at Barnes and Noble across the us! The second issue, entitled Crave, is due March 2022, and features an in depth interview with Marina Abramović (born in Serbia).
Editor in Chief, Sándor Jászberényi, flew in from Kiev where he’s been reporting on the Ukrainian conflict. He was joined by visiting editorial staff and contributing writers including Judith Newman, as well as guests Lauren Ezersky, the new Gossip Girl’s Emily Alyn Lind, Colette Lumiere, Steven M.L. Aronson, Michael Rips, George Wayne, Mark Clearview, Dean Dempsey, Elliott Brakebill, Kristina Allegra, and Anthony Hayden Guest. Entertainment by burlesque dancers Veronica Viper, Gin Minsky and Tansy, sideshow entertainers Anna Monoxide and Sage Sovereign, and atmospheric kink performers Haley Grace and Kim Kerotika.
PHOTOS by Sean Zanni/PMC
Idriss B. Hosted a Polyverse Art NFT Concert
Artist Idriss B. hosted a Special Polyverse Art NFT Concert at Nebula Nightclub in NYC on February 16th . Tyga kicked off the night with a performance that had the crowd on their feet, followed by Busta Rhymes and his sidekick Spliff. Ja Rule closed out the show with a stage of women dancing with him…
Idriss B. had a lot to celebrate this week since Patrons of Park Avenue (POPA) announced its inaugural art installation on Park Avenue in the Murray Hill neighborhood of New York City with world-renowned artist, Idriss B. himself. The artist's iconic polygonal shaped animal sculptures now inhabit Park Avenue, including Rexor the Tyrannosaurus Rex, Manny the Mammoth, Baloo the Bear, and Mojo the Gorilla, along 34th to 38th Street.
Born and raised outside Paris, France, Idriss B. has shown an interest in art since childhood. With decades worth of experience helping to create retail and window displays for luxury brands such as Dior, Moncler, Coach, & Michael Kors, Idriss B. launched his unique artistic collection of origami-polygonal shaped animal sculptures in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and now, New York City.
"One of the most beautiful places in the world is New York and it is the perfect place for me to exhibit my work. It is a hardworking city with a warm family environment, so it is very fitting for people to see and feel the strength of my pieces while bringing the fun to everybody, especially the kids," said Idriss B.
In bringing his artwork to New York City, Idriss B. has collaborated with POPA, which supports the care, maintenance, and planting of the malls of Park Avenue in the Murray Hill neighborhood of New York City, and NYC Parks.
The artist is not only doing it big in real life such as his expos in Dubai and now in Park Avenue, he is also into digital and launched his own NFT collection .NFT are a digital asset that links ownership to unique physical or digital items such as art, music, real estate, or videos.
His NFT, the Polyverse Art, are no ordinary NFTs. Not only are they designed by a real-life artist but being an owner of one of the NFTs has the chance to win an exclusive giveaway to become an astronaut and win a ticket into space!
All people who purchase his NFT will also get a real small statue delivered right to their door. And last but not least, this will give access to special experiences and events like the one that took place at Nebula.
For the first time in history, a real artist is bringing the Metaverse to life by sharing his passion, exploration, and dedication to his craft.
Photos by Michael Scott
Kumi
Kumi, which serves Japanese classics with a Korean American twist at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, made its New York City debut inside Le Meridien New York (120 W. 57th Street) on February 3rd. Visionary Sam Nazarian’s Disruptive Restaurant Group (DRG) from sbe, which has partnered with some of the culinary industry’s brightest names such as Michelin starred Chef Dani Garcia and Dario Cecchini just brought NYC’s hottest new sushi concept to life with rising star Executive Chef Anastacia Song helming the kitchen. Kumi spans 4,200 square feet and boasts indoor seating for up to 130 guests.
New York native Anastacia Song began her culinary career learning from Chef Harold Moore at Commerce. She then took on the role of Chef de Cuisine at Jersey City’s Porta for two years before returning to New York City in 2016 to work at Martha in Fort Greene, followed by Phil & Anne’s Good Time Lounge in Cobble Hill and Treehaus in Midtown Manhattan. Song went on to become Executive Chef for LDV Hospitality’s American Cut in 2018. In 2021, Chef Song was hired by DRG to helm the kitchen at Kumi at Le Meridien New York where she harmonizes modern Japanese and Korean American cuisine into an unforgettable ballad to both cultures.
Commenting on her new menu for Kumi, Executive Chef Anastacia Song said, “I was inspired to create a menu that matches the bold flavor of New York City and the sophisticated palate of our diners. Kumi’s new menu has something for everyone, East-Asian ingredients coupled with Korean flair and best of all our ingredients are all sustainably sourced, providing a feel-good menu to satisfy one’s every craving.”
Signature Kumi menu items include an A5 Wagyu Striploin, Green Tea Smoked Chicken, Miso Glazed Black Cod, Gochujang Glazed Salmon and Galbi Braised Short Rib served with wild mushrooms, truffle and charred pear. The restaurant also offers a list of creative specialty rolls include the Hot Mess with poke sashimi, Mani Kama, avocado and Screaming O Sauce, Kumikaze with Cajun salmon, asparagus and yuzu yogurt and the Vegan Roll with Romaine, asparagus, cucumber, assorted seaweed salad and sesame. Kumi will also offer classic starters, cool shared plates, warm shared plates, salads, sides, nigiri and sashimi as well as maki and dessert. Playfully named specialty cocktails include Seeing Stars with Shochu, Sake, Plum Wine, Lemongrass, Yuzu, Lemon and Shiso Leaves and Peach Don't Kill My Vibe with Japanese Whisky, Pisco, Pulque, Peach, Apricot, Lemon and Orange Bitters. Japanese whisky, beer, sake, Junmai, Ginjo and Daiginjo will also be offered in addition to an extensive fine wine list.
“With the Disruptive Restaurant Group, we've always prided ourselves with being on the cutting edge of culinary cuisine and technique and we are thrilled to bring Kumi, a Las Vegas favorite to New York City,” said Sam Nazarian, Founder and CEO of sbe. Nazarian added, “Chef Anastacia Song and the team at Kumi have created a decadent menu that pushes the boundaries of what Japanese cuisine can be.”
Kumi is open Tuesday - Saturday from 5pm-10pm. Reservations can be made via OpenTable and walk-ins are welcome. For more information, visit www.kumirestaurant.com.
NY Cheese & Wine Week
The 5th edition of the New York Cheese & Wine Week is back and will take place from March 7 to 16, 2022. Created by Jean-François Hesse, founder of Essential PR, this tasty celebration brings together top European dairy and wine producers from the Savoie region of France.
For this celebratory week, participating restaurants and venues throughout the city will offer enjoyable tastings and pairings prepared by the executive chefs and professional sommeliers.
For the cheese lovers out there, you will have the opportunity to try a variety of cheeses from flavorful blues, and creamy brie to hard sheep’s milk cheese. Prime quality producers include Emmi Cheese, Savencia Fromage and Dairy, Germain Fromagerie, Fromagerie Henri Hutin, and Fromi.
If you are looking for a silky brie with nutty notes, I recommend Brebirousse D’Argental without a doubt! Made from pure pasteurized sheep milk, it doesn’t only look pretty, it tastes good as well!
For a more fruity flavor, and a creamier texture you can also try Époisses, which is made from cow’s milk and is produced by Germain Fromagerie. From the same producers I suggest you try Le Pico, made from goat’s milk, it has a melty center and a rich taste that I loved!
Head over to the locations below to try all these amazing cheeses and many many more!
Le District, Manhattan - CHEESE STATION
Murray’s Cheese, Manhattan - CHEESE (Rogue River, Caveman Blue, Berthaut Epoisses, Cypress Grove Humboldt Fog, Murray’s Cave Aged Gruyere, Roquefort Papillon, Cypress Grove Little Giant, Rogue River Smokey Blue, Rogue Creamery Oregon Blue and Rogue Creamery Smokey Blue)
Murray's Cheese Grand Central, Manhattan - CHEESE (Rogue River, Caveman Blue, Berthaut Epoisses, Cypress Grove Humboldt Fog, Murray’s Cave Aged Gruyere, Roquefort Papillon, Cypress Grove Little Giant, Rogue River Smokey Blue, Rogue Creamery Oregon Blue and Rogue Creamery Smokey Blue)
Zabar’s, Manhattan - CHEESES DISPLAY (special on Papillon Roquefort and St. Agur. Display on Gruyere and St. Andre)
As for wine lovers, you won’t be disappointed either! Exquisite wines from the Savoie region of France are waiting for you. You shouldn’t miss trying the Richel Savoie Blanc 2020 that combines a light texture with fruity aromas and notes of honey.
You can taste and love it in the participating restaurants and venues below.
Amelie Wine Bar, 566 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10024 - WINES OF SAVOIE (Richel Savoie Blanc 2020 - Tomme de Savoie)
Amelie Wine Bar, 22 W 8th street, New York, NY 10001 - WINES OF SAVOIE (Richel Savoie Blanc 2020 - Tomme de Savoie)
Balthazar, Manhattan - WINES OF SAVOIE BY THE GLASS (Savoie Blanc Viallet '20)
Corkscrew Wines Brooklyn, Brooklyn - WINES OF SAVOIE (Richel Savoie Apremont la Combelle white, 19USD)
Fiaf, Manhattan - WINES OF SAVOIE. Molière is in the Park: March 10th.
But let’s not forget, the full experience of the New York Cheese & Wine Week is found in the pairings of executive chefs and talented sommeliers!
Check the list below for the full, unforgettable, and tasteful experience!
AOC East, Manhattan - CHEESE AND WINES OF SAVOIE (Richel Savoie Blanc 2020 – Richel Mondeuse Paradoxe 2017)
Bacchus, Brooklyn - CHEESE AND WINES OF SAVOIE (3 cheese: St-Andre, Roquefort & st-Agur. Cheese plate $24, pairing add $24)
De Gustibus Cooking Scool at Macy's 8th Floor, Manhattan - Class Tasting of Cheeses and Wines of Savoie from 1pm to 3.30 pm with Anthony Giglio, wine expert. on March 12th
Felix, Manhattan - CHEESE AND WINES OF SAVOIE
Intercontinental New York Barclay, Manhattan - CHEESE AND WINES OF SAVOIE (Cheese plate: Gruyere, Emmentaler, Tête de Moine and Roquefort, with honey comb and cranberry and Rasin bread lavash. Cheese Dish: Grilled Raclette Sourdough Sandwich with onion compote. Wines of Savoie)
Murray's Cheese and MC Bar, Queens - CHEESE AND WINES OF SAVOIE (Rogue River, Caveman Blue, Berthaut Epoisses, Cypress Grove Humboldt Fog, Murray’s Cave Aged Gruyere, Roquefort Papillon, Cypress Grove Little Giant, Rogue River Smokey Blue, Rogue Creamery Oregon Blue and Rogue Creamery Smokey Blue)
Nougatine, Manhattan - CHEESE AND WINES OF SAVOIE (Saint Andre, Appenzeller, Brie Belle Etoile, Langres)
O Cabanon, Manhattan - CHEESE PLATE & WINES OF SAVOIE (Cheese plate and wines of Savoie during all the Cheese and Wine week and a Party on March 10th. Blue Cheese Sald & Wallnuts, Brie a la Truffe, Roasted Pork with Comte, Tartiflette Epoisse, Special Cheese Board, Brie CheeseBurger. Wines of Savoie: Crémant Domaine Jean Perrier et fils, Abymes Domaine Jean Perrier et fils, Mondeuse Maison Richel, Savoie rouge Maison Philippe Viallet)
And as the french saying goes,
Mangez bien, riez souvent, aimez beaucoup… et allez à New York Cheese & Wine Week!
Vive la France!
Discover Gramercy’s Hidden Lane
New York’s newest hidden gem is Hidden Lane in Gramercy. Located at 129 E. 15th Street, this lounge is a townhouse turned bi-level bar, lounge, and outdoor garden. This intimate bar is ideal for a date night or after-work happy hour, and is available as a venue to rent for private parties.
The interior of the second floor
Hidden Lane also features a backyard with a picturesque garden illuminated by beautiful lit up trees. The interior displays were recently renovated with barn-wood paneling and painted white brick throughout. The space is accented with an ornate brass ceiling and features an upstairs lounge with lounge seating, a cozy fireplace, and a separate bar area.
The backyard area
Their extensive craft cocktail list includes The Antidote made with Bombay Gin, Lillet, Elderflower and lemon, The Junglebird with Plantation Dark Rum, pineapple, Campari and lime, a Spice Girls spicy margarita, and an addictive Espresso Martini made with Cognac.
Drinks on the bar
Steps away from Gramercy Park, Hidden Lane is open from 4pm to 2am during weekdays and from 2pm to 3am on weekends with an amazing M-F, 5pm - 8pm happy hour with $8 margaritas, as well as a Beer & Shot combination for $8. Guests can also enjoy $2 off all draft beers as well as $2 off mixed drinks and cocktails.
One of the signature cocktails and the menus
We attended their recent Winter Cocktail Soiree which included delicious pies and meatless meatballs from Zazzy's Pizza in addition to chocolate covered doughnuts and cookies from Innocent Yesterday on the Upper East Side, which were delivered especially for the occasion.
Valentines and February Events
February is the month of love, and there’s nowhere better to be than in NYC. Whether you’re spending Valentine’s day with your significant other, your family and friends, or by yourself, we’ve rounded up the best ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in NYC.
1.Bond 45 New York (221 West 46th Street)
Couples can enjoy live entertainment with their dinner at Bond 45 in Times Square, as well as Redeye Grill across from Carnegie Hall by Pianist & Singer Desmond Scaife Jr. who will be performing from 6pm – 10pm on Monday, 2/14.
At Bond 45, GRAMMY Award Winner Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks will perform from 8pm to close, bringing back the swinging music of the roaring 20’s and 30’s. Vince and the Nighthawks have appeared in films including The Cotton Club, The Aviator, Finding Forrester, Revolutionary Road, HBOs Boardwalk Empire, as well as Town Hall, Jazz At Lincoln Center, the Newport Jazz Festival and the 92nd St Y for the past four decades. Celebrities who have enjoyed Vince’s shows include Mel Brooks, Liza Minnelli, Michael Feinstein, Elvis Costello, Diana Krall, Tommy Tune, Molly Ringwald, Michael Feinstein, and many others. There is a $25 cover and $25 F&B minimum.
2. Sereneco (113 Franklin St)
Sereneco is offering a pre fixe menu key details are below:
Menu highlights:
Hudson Valley Duck Confit Frisee Salad (apple, walnut, dried cranberry, blue cheese, maple balsamic)
Salmon Crudo (pistachio, mint, lime, breakfast radish)
Braised Lamb Shank (polenta, gremolata, butternut squash, brussels sprouts)
Steelhead Trout (broccolini, black rice, pistachio, cranberry, brown butter vinaigrette)
Lentil Stew (carrot, celery, shallot, garlic, spinach, arugula salad)
Full prix fixe menu: here
Cocktail highlights (in addition to a robust natural wine & craft beer list):
Dorothy Parker Sour (rose-infused gin, Aperol, rosemary, lemon, egg white)
The Greenpoint (Japanese whiskey, Carpano Antica, yellow chartreuse)
Sereneco Derby (bourbon, rosemary, honey, grapefruit)
Future G&T (Future gin, Boylan heritage tonic, ginger, apple, star anise)
Price: $65 pp
Reservations via Resy
3.Due West (189 W 10th St)
An elevated but approachable neighborhood bar offering unique, well-crafted cocktails and a delicious menu by former Locanda Verde chef Victor Bonano.
Due West highlights include:
Canned craft cocktails: Born out of the pandemic and exclusive only to Due West, 4 of the gastropub’s signature cocktails are canned and feature original artwork by Vincent Bolognini. Due West will be donating a portion of the proceeds for the Seasonal Hard Seltzer canned cocktail to the Billion Oyster Project which is restoring oyster reefs to New York Harbor in collaboration with New York City communities.
Monday Industry Night: Hosted by Employees Only veteran doorman, Sean Campbell, Monday nights at Due West entertains the finest of New York City with the best in local sports including Monday night football happy hour specials, and one of a kind cocktails.
(credit: Mochidoki)
4. Valentine’s Day at Mochidoki
The brand has just introduced a new flavor, Raspberry White Chocolate, ideal for Valentine’s Day. This flavor features raspberry ice cream accented with white chocolate, combining fruity flavor with the sweet and delicate snap of chocolate curls. Replace your usual box of chocolates and pick up the flavor at Mochidoki’s brick-and-mortar shops in SoHo and the Upper East Side. It’s also available for nation-wide shipping via www.mochidoki.com.
Customers can also opt to gift a Signature Collection (with 12 bestselling flavors) a Vegan Signature Collection (with 6 oat and coconut milk based flavors), or a mix-and-match 4-piece or 24-piece box of favorite flavors, including Strawberry, Chocolate, Salted Caramel, and many more.
5. Restaurant week Jan 18 - Feb 13
NYC Restaurant Week returns this winter with two-course lunch and three-course dinner options across the five boroughs, including top-tier restaurants and neighborhood favorites.
Returns this winter with its signature deal: 2-for-1 tickets to some of the best musicals and plays on stage right now. Prefer to splurge? Opt for upgraded seats at $125 per ticket.
Drinks and Bites at Due West!
Located in the heart of West Village “Due West” is an elevated but approachable neighborhood gastropub with a vibrant ambiance and a great selection of food and cocktails!
The bar offers unique, well-crafted cocktails and a delicious menu by former Locanda Verde chef Victor Bonano. The space is nicely decorated with navy velvet banquettes and cool modern art hanging on the walls, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Looking at the menu you’ll find raw bar options and a well-selected array of small bites and shareable plates accompanied by a beautifully curated list of cocktails. We began our night with cocktails and I had the Dw Sour which I loved! Dw Sour combines Barr Hill Gin, egg white, and citrus flavors. Would definitely recommend it if you like strong and sour drinks! As for old fashioned lovers, don’t worry Due West has you covered too! You can make your own old fashioned, just as you like it, by selecting the spirit, the sugar, and the bitters!
For food, we shared some plates, and each was better than the previous one! From the small plates, we got chicken bites with yuzu honey, fries with duck fat, and baked oysters with garlic butter and herbs. The chicken was sweet but rightly balanced and had a delicious crispiness that I couldn’t resist! It was my first time having fries with duck fat and although I was a bit hesitant at first, their taste was clean and truly delightful. As for the baked oysters, they were very flavorful and simply exceptional! I will surely order them again when I’m back! We also couldn’t resist the temptation and ordered the three cheese flatbread, which is very tasteful while also light. I could easily eat all of it before even realizing!
When the flatbread came, I was done with my cocktail and decided to try one of the bar’s canned craft cocktails which had caught my eye on the menu since the very beginning. Born out of the pandemic, Due West offers 4 of their signature cocktails canned and carbonated. The cans are beautifully designed and feature original artwork by Vincent Bolognini. Due West will be donating a portion of the proceeds for the Seasonal Hard Seltzer canned cocktail to the Billion Oyster Project which is restoring oyster reefs to New York Harbor in collaboration with New York City communities. I love both the purpose and execution! I ordered the Seasonal Hard Seltzer and was really amazed! It had a fresh, fizzy taste with strong aromas, being light and delicious! Definitely one of the gastropub’s highlights!
I highly recommend Due West for drinks and bites and I encourage you to try their Seasonal Hard Seltzer if you want great taste and to support the bar’s initiative to contribute to the Billion Oyster Project.
Are you there yet?
Have a look at Due West’s menu here https://www.duewestnyc.com/menus/ and check out their IG page @duewestnyc to get a feel of the restaurant along with their most recent updates!
P.S. We were there on a Wednesday but found out that on Monday nights Employees Only veteran doorman, Sean Campbell, hosts Industry nights entertaining the finest of New York City with the best in local sports including Monday night football, happy hour specials, and one of a kind cocktails. So we’ll absolutely be back to check that out!
International Sous Vide Day
You might know that February 9th is National Pizza Day or that August 10th is National S'mores Day, but unless you’re a little more in-tune with the culinary world, you might not know that since 2018, January 26th has been known as International Sous Vide Day.
Photo by Patrick McMullan/PMC
Created by Dr. Bruno Gossualt (who also celebrates his birthday on the 26th!), Sous Vide is a simple yet effective French culinary technique in which food is vacuum-sealed in a bag, then cooked to a very precise temperature in a water bath. The result? A juicy and tender bite that can’t be replicated any other way.
Photo by Patrick McMullan/PMC
So how should you celebrate Sous Vide Day? This year, Cuisine Solutions will be hosting a virtual celebration on Sous Vide Day with renowned masters of the craft, including Chefs Daniel Boulud, Eric Barale, Marc Ehrler, and Scott Randolph. At a preview hosted at Chef’s Boulud’s Michelin Starred restaurant Daniel, guests were given a little taste of each of the Chef’s sous vide specialites, including seared octopus “à la plancha” with grilled sweet onions, grape must poached leeks, potato ‘’Boulangère’’ and ‘’Beurre Marchand de vin’’; pork belly with sous vide lentils; and khao curry John Dory casserole with Moose Lake wild rice and cauliflower. It was hard to pick a favorite, but, as each chef will be demonstrating how to cook these dishes during the live event, you’ll be able to follow along and choose for yourself! If you’re a budding chef or gourmet home cook, this chance to learn a few Michelin-star secrets is really an opportunity like no other.
Gerard Bertholon, Daniel Boulud- Photo by Patrick McMullan/PMC
And no good dish is complete without a drink to pair it with. If you really want the full sous vide experience, we definitely recommend sipping on a few of these Specialty sous vide cocktails throughout your meal as well. All crafted by Grand Marnier Ambassador Xavier Herit, these specialty cocktails including the Grand 65, a play on the brand’s signature Grand 75, with Grand Marnier, Lallier® Champagne, and a pineapple cryoconcentration, as well as the Manhattan Park—a twist on the classic Manhattan which included Grand Marnier, Russel’s Reserve® Rye, and 1757 Vermouth di Torino Rosso.
Photo by Patrick McMullan/PMC
International Sous Vide day only comes once a year, and, in our opinion, it’s worth just as much hype as National Pizza or Smore’s Day. Sign up to be part of the virtual event at https://www.internationalsousvideday.com/ or follow @cuisinesolutions for more news and updates.
Join La Familia at Money Heist: The Experience
Join the heist at the new Money Heist: The Experience, by Netflix and Fever. Guests can now become a part of the iconic gang and test their skills at breaking, entering, and heisting in this immersive event, which debuted at Brooklyn’s landmarked skyscraper and bank hall, formerly the Williamsburg Savings Bank Clocktower, at One Hanson Place.
The experience combines the thrill of an escape room with the excitement of immersive theater. Based on the global hit show, it is held in a vast, cathedral-like space with 63-foot vaulted ceilings, 40-foot windows, elaborate mosaics and marble arches. At 512 feet, the Williamsburg Savings Bank Clocktower was constructed in a modernized Byzantine-Romanesque style and was once the tallest structure between Manhattan and Paris. Built in the 1920s, the outer-building is capped by a gold dome and boasts a four-sided clock face.
The original model of the Bank of Spain used in the hit TV Show, and a portrait of the character Berlin
Guests are recruited into the notorious gang by Lisbon herself—into a brand new story inspired by the hit series—and immersive experiential heist, having their nerves tested as they attempt to follow The Professor’s latest daring plan and break into the jaw-dropping landmark site. Ultimately, guests will find out if they have what it takes to infiltrate the vault and earn a spot in the gang. With elements of improvisation and spontaneity, every experience is different so you can come back again and again!
A member of the gang makes a hostage video with two guests
Co-produced by Netflix and Fever, the leading entertainment discovery platform, Money Heist: The Experience is a high-energy theatrical event featuring a unique storyline that is parallel to the show. Money Heist: The Experience made its debut in Paris in July and, this winter, will make its debut in the United States in Miami then New York City, followed by additional cities around the globe, including London and Mexico City.
Tickets are now on sale starting from $44 per person. To ensure participants’ safety at each event, ticket capacity will be limited with strict COVID-safety measures in place. Local COVID-guidelines and restrictions will also be strictly adhered to.
Food and cocktails available for purchase after the experience
Monopoly’s new Edition – Play the Brooklyn Way
Right at a time where many of us might not be able to explore our new or old Brooklyn neighborhoods the way we normally would, Monopoly is offering its newest addition: The Brooklyn Edition. Released a few weeks ago, the new edition offers up to 6 players a fun way to remotely explore known buildings and locations in their area.
From finally buying a Brooklyn brownstone townhouse to finding metro day passes on the Q train, the game offers a broad variety of creative and well thought-through details showcasing the familiarity of creators with our beloved neighborhood. To further enhance the playing experience, creators such as Dennis Gavaghen, representative from Top Trumps USA, also “incorporated important feedback from locals to truly make this a fun and engaging game for Brooklynites and beyond”.
By doing so, they also ensured that even well-accustomed Brooklynites might discover some not yet well-known cultural attractions. The Community Chest in particular showcases the cultural diversity around Brooklyn by highlighting attractions such as the ‘The World of Good’ exhibition of the Jewish Children’s Museum.
But it's not just the cultural diversity that finds important recognition. The new edition also features small Brooklyn-based restaurants and businesses. From free cheesecake at Junior’s Restaurant to shopping at Awoke Vintage, players are provided with inspiration to take their explorations from the board to the street. A Monopoly fan herself, Liz Powers from Awoke Vintage is sure that “locals and visitors will be thrilled to play and what a great way to celebrate Brooklyn”.
So, if you are still looking for Christmas presents or fun ways to bring the whole family together for the holidays, the new Monopoly Brooklyn Edition offers a few hours of interactive engagement for locals, visitors and all those that have not yet had a chance to explore our beautiful neighborhood themselves.
Don't Miss out on Greenpoint's newest restaurant!
Located on the ground floor of Greenpoint's historic Pencil Factory and on the corner of Franklin street is “Sereneco,” a warm and healthy restaurant that opened only this September.
As I was about to open the all wood front door, a woman who was walking by stopped my friend and I to say “You are in for a treat because the chef is insanely good.” Well, that’s a good sign to start my night, isn't it? Upon entering, the host warmly greeted and seated us at our table. As we walked to the table, I couldn't help but notice the modern design of the space with high ceilings, wood furnishings, and overhead lanterns.
The restaurant offers contemporary, seasonal New American food in a bright and airy space that pays homage to the building’s original structure. Led by Owner & Beverage Director Billy Van Dolsen and Partner Jim Nawn, the restaurant is a peaceful oasis for locals and visitors alike. Sereneco is really cool in that it gives you the feeling of a cafe kind of place during daytime, and more restaurant vibes during nighttime.
Looking at the menu and you’ll find extremely unique, satisfying dishes. We began our night with the seared octopus which comes with a side of black puree, marinated olives and a fennel salad. I’ve never had black puree before, but it was definitely worth the try. As for the cocktails, I had the Dorothy Parker Sour; so good that the second round was on the table before the main dish arrived. High five to the bartender! We were actually told that the bar offers a variety of cocktails with New York State-produced gins paired with botanically compatible tonics and garnishes; as well as beers exclusively sourced from Brooklyn and natural organic wines.
For my main dish, I had the delicious Seared Cod. It came with a Vadouvan Curry broth, basmati rice, dried cranberries and pistachio; and my friend ordered the Braised Short Rib which came with potato mash, glazed baby carrot and gremolata. She mentioned it was “cooked just right to provide both a crispy and tender flavor.” We ended it with an Apple Crumble dessert, and we were simply just savoring the moment. Just as the woman at the door said, the food was indeed insanely good and gave us the feeling of a meal that’s home cooked by a chef.
One thing that shouldn’t go unnoticed, is the service. All-star for this wonderful service. It was excellent and went smoothly making our night fun and relaxing.
The restaurant had a steady flow of customers without feeling overly crowded, a healthy sign for a new spot opening during a pandemic. I highly recommend eating and/or drinking at Sereneco. You'll support a local business and enjoy yourself.
P.S: We were there on a Tuesday and found out that Sereneco offers Happy Hour from Tuesdays through Wednesdays where guests can enjoy select cocktails for $9, glasses of wine for $8, and beers for $6.
Don’t hesitate to look at their menu here sereneconyc.com and check out their IG page @sereneconyc for the look and feel of the restaurant!