Sesamo, Italian meets Asian comfort food, is a fusion concept that is not heavily prevalent in the NYC food scene. The restaurant name, which means sesame seeds in Italian, a common ingredient in Asian cuisine.
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Chiotes Hall Launch with Amali
The newest event space on the Upper East Side, Chiotes Hall, opened its doors to its first event. Hosted by Civetta Hospitality and catered by Amali, the event garnered much excitement.
Halloween Happenings All Over Town
It's time to get into a spooky attitude now that Halloween is just around the corner. It is well known that NYC does the Halloween parties, and we anticipate that this year won't be any different. We compiled a list of the last minute Halloween activities in New York City this weekend.
enCourage Kids Serving Up Smiles 2022
The enCourage Kids Foundation (EKF) held Serving Up Smiles on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers. This exquisite tasting event included delicious dishes from top chefs and restaurants in New York City, a VIP Lounge, top-notch wines, drinks, and fantastic auction items.
Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience in Westchester
Whether or not you're a Harry Potter fan, Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience is a must-see. The experience is essentially a walking track through a real forest filled with fantastic creatures and interactive fun in Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, which is a little over an hour's drive north of New York City.
Wilderton Launch at the Midnight Cafe
Planning on staying sober for your next night out? Whether you’re the designated driver (subway handler) or cutting back on your alcohol consumption (a wise move), we recommend Wilderton’s latest non-alcoholic spirit: Bittersweet Apertivito.
Sally Can Wait Evokes Vintage Miami Vibes in LES
Sally Can Wait, an 80’s inspired bar with a Miami Vice-inspired aesthetic, welcomes you into a neon oasis from the concrete jungle.
Taste of Upper West Side 2022
The Taste of the Upper West Side is a large-scale food tasting event proudly hosted by the Columbus Avenue Business Improvement District. It is a much-loved neighborhood event that highlights the relevance and scope of the Upper West Side's culinary culture.
Ainslie is Now Open at 199 Bowery
In the Lower East Side location of 199 Bowery where Vandal formerly stood, South Village Hospitality has officially unveiled the 20,000 square foot Italian restaurant, wine bar, and beer garden named Ainslie.
Coctelería de los Muertos Pop-Up at Coctelería
The Garret Coctelera (349 Broome Street) hosted the Coctelera de los Muertos opening on September 21 to November 19.
Cassoulet Confessions: An Evening with Sylvie Bigar
On a true fall Wednesday, the Consulate General of France in New York hosted, “Cassoulet Confessions.”
Diner en Blanc Makes a Splash for 10 Year Anniversary Event
Last Monday evening, Diner en Blanc’s 10th Anniversary location was unveiled as Brookfield Place, the same place they hosted their first event 10 years ago
Festivál Cafe Celebrates 2nd Birthday in UES
Kicking off right before Labor Day Weekend, Festivál Cafe celebrated their 2nd birthday in their Upper East Side venue. Known previously from their Secret Summer events, the producers went on to open the only farm-to-table bar experience in NYC.
New Serafina Rooftop Perches Above Times Square
Serafina in the Sky, the newest location in the Pod Hotel, opened just before the end of summer, taking over the old Polynesian space.
Farm to People
In the past, summer meant visiting the farmers' market and meandering among stalls brimming with colorful fruit, getting free samples, and talking to farmers who could explain exactly how they cultivated their food.
Celebrating Drink Lightly Book Release with Lillet
Natasha David, a mixologist and author, hosted a party at the Showfields terrace to celebrate the publication of her book Drink Lightly.
Seltzerland NYC 2022
At the weekend's VIP and General Admission sessions, guests sampled more than 100 different hard seltzers from household names both locally and nationally, including White Claw, Mike's Hard Lemonade Seltzer, Vizzy, Topo Chico Hard Seltzer, and Smirnoff Spiked Seltzer.
A Celebration of Tuscan Cuisine
The tasting event honored Chef Luongo's extensive heritage by serving iconic dishes such as focaccia robiola, bistecca alla Fiorentina, and an antipasto misto terra table
Best Places for Happy Hour NYC
As workers reluctantly return to their workplaces and inflation continues to drive up day-to-day living expenses for city dwellers, happy hours are making a comeback in New York City.
Rosé Filled Summer Brunch at Amali
The Mediterranean diet, which places an emphasis on vegetables, olive oil, cheese, grains, and fish, served as the inspiration for Amali.