Archive for the ‘Tasty Tidbits’ Category
December 30, 2008
"Champagne brings people together," says
Arnaud Devulder, the 29-year-old wine director of Lever House restaurant. To truly enjoy each Veuve Clicquot bubble on New Year's Eve, make sure you choose the right stemware to accompany your champagne. While Devulder prefers crystal like Riedel’s Ouverture flute ($9.95) for vintage and high end champagnes, the glass Veuve flute ($12.95, shown right) by Crate ...
November 25, 2008
Two days and counting 'til the big Thanksgiving feast.
For all of you last minute planners, here are some life-saving tips on whipping up a hearty spread in 60 minutes. The secret? Roast your turkey in parts which drastically cuts down on the cooking time. Offer lots of delicious but easy to prepare sides including baked sweet potatoes and lemon steamed ...
October 15, 2008
So much for a stealth soft opening for the
Thompson LES. The hotel on Allen Street, the newest from hotelier Jason Pomeranc, was swarmed by Hollywood's A-list on Tuesday night for the Cinema Society's post-screening bash for the film
Filth and Wisdom hosted by Dolce and Gabbana. The guest of honor,
Madonna, who was being lauded for for her directorial debut, ...
September 23, 2008
Turns out New York is a great noodle town. Whether you are looking for a fast bowl of Japanese ramen or a decadent plate of lobster bolognese, there is something for everyone. For some of the top noodle dishes in the city, try the
Indian Mee Goreng at
Taste Good or the
Linguine alla Vongole at
Il Cortile. [via
Gourmet]
These ...
September 15, 2008
When
Mick Jagger decides to make a rare appearance at a New York City premiere, it's no surprise that the film is on his favorite subject - women! Jagger attended The Cinema Society and NARS hosted screening of
The Women, a remake of the iconic 1939 original. Holding court, Jagger was surrounded by lovely ladies all night including the stars ...
