Last night, the Whitney Museum of American Art hosted its annual Art Party with co-chairs Olivia Palermo, Nigel Sylvester, Michael Carl, Micaela Erlanger, and artist Jamian Juliano-Villani. Art Party proceeds benefit the Whitney’s Independent Study Program and other education initiatives.
Earlier this month in France, Champagne purveyor Pol Roger finally opened the first two bottles of their rare 120-year-old champagne. The bottles had been recovered from a 1900 cellar collapse, which devastated the company. The collapse was caused by rain and cost the company an estimated 1.5 million bottles of premium champagne. The bottles were discovered in January of 2018, as the company was building a new packaging facility, above the site of the collapsed cellar. Before torrential rain halted the excavation, they were able to unearth 23 intact bottles which were sealed with wax. Last week, Pol Roger brought their famous champagne to Brooklyn, to toast the borough’s most well-known bridge. A champagne reception and intimate dinner were held at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge’s, stylish rooftop eatery, Harriet’s. The evening was hosted by Hubert De Billy, a fifth-generation member of the Pol Roger family who thoroughly explained Pol Roger’s connection to the massive Brooklyn Bridge which was once used to store their precious champagne.
Over the weekend, the prestigious culinary community came together at Wölffer Estate Vineyard in Sagaponack, to honor Padma Lakshmi. The annual Chefs & Champagne fundraiser is literally the event of the Summer is hosted by the James Beard Foundation (JBF). JBF does an excellent job of celebrating and nurturing people who are making America’s food culture more diverse, delicious, and sustainable for everyone. In addition to Chefs & Champagne, JBF administers the James Beard Awards; grants scholarships for culinary students; produces national events like the Taste America tour, and creates educational programs for the culinary community and food lovers.
Speaking of food lovers, more than 35 chefs from around the country, gathered under the tent at Wölffer Estate Vineyard to feed about 900 foodies and philanthropists at Chefs & Champagne. Everyone was there to not only nosh on the many offerings, sip Champagne Boizel, wines, and ciders from Wölffer Estate Vineyard, but to celebrate Padma Lakshmi. JBF’s newest CEO Clare Reichenbach shared “It was fantastic to honor Padma Lakshmi and to recognize her inspiring contributions to the culinary community.”
Created and distributed by Sauvage, Comsi Comsa Apple Sparkling Wine, is an all natural, gluten-free and kosher sparkling wine. Not having ever heard of or seen another, I simply had to get my hands on a bottle of Comi Comsa, French for “Like This, Like That.” This is the little story of how I absolutely fell in love with this 100% apples champagne.
Well, let’s start with what you’re probably thinking, which was what was going on in my mind before I tried it…how does one make apple champagne taste as good as the traditional thing?
Through the rain and the wind, hundreds of New Yorkers braved the elements to attend The Village Voice’s 3rd Annual Holiday Spirits Cocktail Cruise on Thursday, November 19. The event took was held on the well-appointed Hornblower Infinity Cruise Ship. A little bad weather was no deterrent for the lively crowd. Attendees enjoyed three levels of entertainment. Three decks, with a live salsa band on the top deck in the Rums of Puerto Rico Lounge and below heads bopped and toes tapped to the party long DJ set by Tim Martell.
New York-based best friends Erica Blumenthal and Nikki Huganir are the duo behind Yes Way Rosé. They have you covered for making Thanksgiving as smooth as possible. For the upcoming holiday, Yes Way Rosé shares their tips and insight for discovering a rosé champagne-filled holiday season along with some other rosé staples. When it comes to incorporating rosé into your Thanksgiving festivities, these ladies are the ones to call! On a daily basis, through their social media platform, they show how their passion for rosé influences all facets of their lives, from travel and fashion, to art, music and entertaining. The tips stay true to their unique style of sharing daily inspiration.
Yes Way Rosé’s Thanksgiving Tips
Let us know how you plan to incorporate these tips into your Thanksgiving plans. Always remember to drink responsibly.
Award season is just around the corner! Aren’t you excited? This morning the Hollywood Foreign Press Association announced nominees for the 71st Annual Golden Globes alongside Moët & Chandon (the official champagne of the Golden Globes).
Magnifico Giornata launched their new sparkling wine infused essence collection with an invite-only party hosted by VH1’s Carrie Keagan, a partner in the brand. The event was held at the coveted and chic Beaumarchais in New York’s meatpacking district.
Upon entering the party, guests were greeted with a glass of Magnifico Giornata. The delicious bubbly has something for everyone with flavors like Ginger Pêche, Grapefruit Blanc, and Lavender Honey. Hors d’oeuvres and music by renowned New York DJ, Jeffrey Tonnesen kept party goers entertained throughout the evening but they were really in for a treat when host Carrie Keagan introduced a performance from burlesque troop Nuit Blanche.
Known for their provocative performances, and with sparklers in hand, they did not disappoint.
Carrie Keagan and Janell Snowden
Magnifico Giornata will be available at a suggested retail price of $24.99 a bottle in finer liquor stores and lounges throughout the New York City area, and will roll-out to other key markets in the U.S. throughout 2013.
