Amazing venue ideas for all types of social occasions
In Lebanon, the word ilili means “tell me” in Arabic and this new Mediterranean restaurant in the Flatiron district is definitely worth talking about. Chef/owner Philippe Massoud was certainly following the motto of “Go big or go home” not only in creating the cavernous, sumptuously designed space (which seats over…
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Wine may be one thing that improves with age, but Bar Boulud (1900 Broadway, 212-595-0303), chef Daniel Boulud’s new wine bar and bistro, is already a winner at two months old. The restaurant’s wine list is every oenophile’s dream, and even the sleek décor was designed with Bacchus’ beverage in…
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Once an antique store on a quiet cobblestone street, Il Buco (47 Bond Street, 212-533-1932) has evolved into one of New York’s most treasured restaurants. Revered for its rustic Mediterranean cuisine, outstanding wine list and wonderful hospitality, Il Buco is an enduring favorite among notable chefs and restaurateurs including Alain…
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For the best finger lickin’ good barbeque outside of the Lonestar State, head to Hill Country – Barbeque and Market (30 West 26th Street, 212-255-4544). With a menu inspired by the legendary Texas BBQ establishment Kreuz Market, Hill Country serves up brisket, sausage and ribs that are smoked low and…
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Soul food nightly. That’s the mantra of Tillman’s, a sultry spot on West 26th street that evokes the old world charm of Harlem jazz lounges and underground speakeasies from the 1920′s and 1930′s. You can almost feel the spirit of music legends Billie Holiday, Miles Davis and John Coltrane nestled…
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Either you’ve been given the last minute task of organizing the office holiday party or you’re hosting an impromptu end-of-year bash for friends. Whatever the reason, it’s getting tough to find a suitable venue with availability. To guide you in the right direction, here are 3 unique private rooms that…
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Monday might just become your favorite day of the week once you visit this hidden wine bar adjacent to PUBLIC restaurant in Nolita. With over 60 high-end wines from around the world that can be ordered by the glass or bottle, The Monday Room, can please both the serious oenophile…
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Hidden behind a bustling floral shop lies a secret garden. I’m sure if you ask owner and floral designer Olivier Giugni about it, he would tell you that it was enchantée. His lush garden has been artfully landscaped with an original mix of trees and plants including wax privet topiaries,…
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It’s your birthday and you want to celebrate with 50 of your closest friends. Rolling up to a nightclub is out of the question, even if you are “friends with the owner.” If you feel like throwing a big birthday bash, you are better off finding a venue that can…
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If I were Alice, I would have been happy to stay at the Mad Hatter’s never-ending tea party. Scones, clotted cream and preserves with a pot of hot tea sounds pretty perfect to me. For all you New Yorkers in search of wonderland, go to my friend’s tea shop in…
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We’re gonna party like it’s your birthday. The only question is…….where? Over the years, I have been bombarded with inquiries about every kind of event planning issue. Hands down, the number one request is about birthdays. In New York, planning this celebration can be trickier than you think so each…
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