Indian food is poised for its moment in New York—bright flavors, regional diversity, phenomenal value—and there’s no better place to sample its appeal than where it all began: Saravanaa Bhavan, now open on the Upper West Side. Since 1981, the restaurant’s India-based locations have charmed native palates in Chennai, Delhi, Vellore and beyond; since 2005, [...]

In the cold shadow of Lincoln Center, a warm Mediterranean sun rises. Daniel Boulud’s newest venture “Boulud Sud” is a welcome addition to his ever-evolving culinary empire. When you enter off the 64th street entrance you are welcomed by a charming bar and lounge area and then are immediately taken aback with the vast “open [...]

Special Valentine’s Workshop hosted by “Cosmic Navigator”, Gahl Sasson: When: Tuesday, February 14, 2012 – 8:00pm – Tuesday, February 14, 2012 – 10:00pm Where: Open Center, NY 22 East 30th Street, New York, NY 10016 Price: $25 ($20 members) To register: 212-219-2527 This fun and entertaining evening offers practical relationship advice and exercises from different [...]

This year instead of giving the traditional – yet unoriginal – flowers and candy for Valentine’s Day, surprise your significant other by taking them across the ocean for an unforgettable, romantic trip to Turkey, one of the world’s top destinations. From January 24th until January 31, 2012, Turkish Airlines, the fastest growing airline in the world [...]

‘New Yor wrote about the Alsace-born master chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten that in the past two decades, no single chef has had more influence on the way New Yorkers dine out—or on the way other chefs cook and other restaurants look. “He invented America’s answer to nouvelle cuisine,” says tv-personality, chef and writer Mario Batali. “When [...]

Bite Beauty is a collection of lip products fusing alluring color with the age-defying benefits of powerful antioxidants. Derived from natural and food grade ingredients, Bite is beauty that’s better for you. Beauty is the first ever lipstick line to contain Red Wine Resveratrol, delivering a micro-dose of antioxidants with every application. Resveratrol is the [...]

Long-recognized as THE preeminent skincare guru, Dr. Nicholas Perricone has shared his revolutionary approach to defying age and battling wrinkles with his celebrity clientele, and the general population alike. As a board certified clinical and research dermatologist, Dr. Perricone has pioneered groundbreaking advancements in the treatment and prevention of wrinkles. Touted as the “Father of [...]

Those seeking a taste of Austro-Hungarian food with a stylish twist may find what they are looking for at Blaue Gans (Austrian for “Blue Goose”). Located in Tribeca, the restaurant puts an emphasis on the freshness and authenticity of its ingredients. The restaurant offers a eclectic selection of plates that can be enjoyed as shared [...]

Located in the heart of Nolita, the Pan American’s ambiance mixes Mexican with flashy 60s retro in a wonderfully energizing way (though be warned: if you do not like the color turquoise, this may not be the spot for you) and accented with framed postcards of everywhere from Denver, Oaxaca, Havana, to Bermuda. With a [...]

Located at the very heart of the Stags Leap District, the original Stags’ Leap Winery (established in 1893) continues a proud winemaking heritage in the prestigious appellation that bears the winery name. An intimate valley within the greater Napa Valley, Stags’ Leap is a place of natural beauty, storied buildings, a lively history, and a [...]

Paris by Heart began before the Internet age to help a French friend, and quickly mushroomed from one friend to another and one client to another simply by word of mouth. Starting with one classified ad, one apartment, and the first family PBH helped, it was strictly informal, with hand written letters and color photos [...]

The Greenwich Hotel in Tribeca (partially owned by Robert Di Niro) is one of my absolute favorite places to stay when in this part of town. Entering the lobby from the hustle and bustle of the NYC streets seems like stepping into pure Zen. Zen with hot bell boys. The rooms are luxurious with wooden [...]

A few months ago, I visited Hong Kong for the first time and stayed in one one the most incredible hotels in town: The Mira. First observation, it is extremely well located in Tsim Sha Tsui, you are directly in the heart of the action. Millions of restaurants, bars, boutiques and electronic stores -in case [...]

The Aubrey is truly an urban retreat that lets one escape from the buzz of the city. It is a transformed space with 15 beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms, each with a unique character and most with balconies and terraces. The old Mission style outdoor patio terraces now provide for an outdoor oasis, overlooked by exotic [...]

Grosvenor House, A JW Marriot Hotel is truly one of London’s most iconic hotels, and, centrally located on Park Lane in exclusive Mayfair; it holds one of the capital’s most desirable addresses. Built to the designs of L. Rome Guthrie between 1927 and 1929, and embellished by Sir Edwin Lutyens, Grosvenor House has always been [...]

These design apartments are Amsterdam’s hottest new escapist alternatives to boutique and design hotels. This epitome of style and elegance is located in a monumental canal house right in the heart of Amsterdam’s historical center and breathes history & style. Based on Singel canal (WorldHeritage site) around the corner of Spui with tram stops 1, [...]

Artist Jess Black, known for his abstract expressionism and more recently his international PETA campaign, will release a new collection of work that explores the oppression he experienced being raised a Jehovah’s Witness. This collection is about his personal truth. The collection will tackle issues taught within the religion that include the end of the [...]