Thursday night, Mark Addison and Assouline celebrated the launch of their latest collaboration, Cocktail Chameleon. Mark Addison is an award-winning designer and producer who used his talents to create twelve cocktails in twelve unique variations for 144 signature takes on the classics.
Nightlife
Location: 1450 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10021 (Upper East Side Location)
Cuisine: American/Brunch
Best Dish: The croissant French toast was delicious. It was unique and well done.
Price: $$
Overall: A laid back Brunch option that serves food everyone can enjoy. A good place to take anyone who loved a big messy burger.
Pergola’s Summer Soiree featured Petal Pops, Rosé, and Good Eats
Pergola’s Summer Soiree featured Petal Pops, Rosé, and Good Eats
Our friends at Pergola threw a fun soiree at their West 28th Street location in New York City. Pergola, a Mediterranean hotspot, is known for delicious food, beautiful decor, cocktails, and flavorful hookah. The party was sponsored by Moet Hennessy and featured Moet Chandon and Cape Mentelle Sauvignon Blanc wine from Western Australia. The invite only crowd was able to beat the sweltering heat by enjoying frozen, alcoholic Petal Pops from FrutaPOP, which is made with Tito’s Vodka, Elderflower, Lemonade and Edible Flowers. The Petal Pops can be purchased from Pergola’s Adult Lemonade Stand and Garden Bar.
Location: 325 Malcolm X Blvd, New York 10027
Cuisine: Creole Caribbean
Best Dish: Lobster. Mac. And. Cheese.
Price: $$
Overall: A sexy relaxed restaurant and lounge featuring fabulous food and a laid back vibe.
Restaurant Review: Benares Indian Restaurant
Location: 45 Murray Street, New York, NY 10007
Cuisine: Indian
Price: $$$
Best Dish: The Chili Chicken was divine. The sweet and sour flavors of
Overall: A grand space to enjoy quality Indian cuisine.
Named after a city in Northern India, Benares draws inspiration from the region for its menu of diverse Indian Cuisine. Chef David Beck and restauranteur Inder Singh have combined their considerable talents and created a sophisticated dining experience. At present, Benares is found in two locations, one in Midtown and the other in lower Manhattan. Their Tribeca location is accessed by a simple white door in the middle of two elegant columns. Beyond the door is a cozy bar setting with a chic divider separating it from the main dining room.
Jack Daniel’s House No. 7 Pops Up in Brooklyn
In true keeping with the Jack Daniel’s brand slogan, “Every Day We Make it, We Make it the Best We Can,” the Jack Daniel’s House No. 7, opened this week on Wednesday, June 28 and Thursday, June 29 and Friday, June 30 at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in NYC. These whiskey makers proved they know how to throw a party with flair and surprise and delight. Each door of the Jack Daniel’s House No. 7 opened to a new experience with a sprinkle of surprise touches at the exact right times.
Mark Doman‘s Private Cocktail Party
Location: 594 Classon Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Cuisine: American
Best Dish: We adored the pork chops. The meat was succulent and the chutney was a tasty complement to the meaty chops.
Price: $$
Overall: A casual home-style eatery the whole family will enjoy.
Brooklyn welcomes Farm to Table Freshness with new eatery Alice’s Arbor. This Bed-Stuy gem offers classic seasonal American fare. The purveyors of this establishment are committed to providing a healthy alternative to preservative laden dining. To achieve this they have curated a seasonal menu showcasing the freshest vegetables and meats of the season. Each dish is prepared using only ingredients sourced from local farms. The Farm to Table concept is evident in the design of their space. The decor is reminiscent of a charming country bistro with reclaimed wood and vintage barn materials throughout. The space includes driftwood branch light fixtures, hanging mobiles scrounged from the Ashokan Reservoir in Upstate New York, and clustered glass beaker pendant light fixtures. It reminds us of family road trips down the east coast, sharing a meal with loved ones in a classic country kitchen.