One of our favorite organizations, The American Cancer Society hosted its first ever Taste of Hope Comes to Broadway sponsored by Wells Fargo on Monday, July 24th at 318 West 47th Street, a new condominium by Halsted Property Development Marketing. Taste of Hope was founded in 2005 by the American Cancer Society as a way to celebrate New York dining while raising funds to help the Society’s mission to fight for every birthday threatened by every cancer in every community. Between the early 1990s and 2013, the Society has seen a 20 percent decrease in the overall cancer death rate, which means they have helped to avoid about 1.2million cancer deaths and created the potential for more birthday celebrations.
Nightlife
Mark Addison and Assouline Debut ‘Cocktail Chameleon’ at Baccarat
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.
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.