Children’s Cancer & Blood Foundation 2011 Breakthrough Ball

On Tuesday Evening, the Children’s Cancer & Blood Foundation (CCBF) held their Annual Breakthrough Ball benefit gala in the iconic Grand Ballroom at the Plaza.  Guests arrived in their evening best and were ushered into the cocktail area.  Waiters greeting attendees at the entrance with wine and plate after plate of hors d’oeuvres that looked like mini pieces of art. CCBF staff were stationed around the perimeter of the room auctioning off luxury items and one of a kind experiences like tickets to the Emmys and a trip to Turkey. Just... [Read More]

The Global Genes Project Presents: Reco Jeans Fashion Show

    Oh my dear readers, Fall Fashion Week is finally upon us!!  With tonight’s event kicking off seven days of fashion mayhem, I could hardly contain my excitement as I made my way to Greenwich Village for the Reco Jeans charity benefit.  The Global Genes Project hosted the evening’s silent auction and fashion show at Greenhouse Nightclub, which is a tree hugger’s dream lounge come true.  Featuring VeeV acai spirits at the open bar, a dazzling display of organic hors d’oeuvres from Cer te Catering, and music by DJ White Label, even... [Read More]

Catherine Malandrino: Fashion’s Night Out

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New Taste of the Upper West Side – Best of the West

  After the New Taste of the UWS’s Divine Desserts, I didn’t think my tastebuds could handle anymore – that is until the following day for the Best of the West tasting!  The 3rd Annual Best of the West featured over 40 of the Upper West Side’s most celebrated chefs alongside their delicious signature dishes, as well as over 20 wineries, spirit vendors mixing creative cocktails all night along, a 17-piece orchestra, and way too much for your stomach to handle. The evening was MCed by Sara Gore of WNBC’s LX New... [Read More]

Manhattan Cocktail Classic Opening Night Gala

There are some parties that just demand respect.  The Manhattan Cocktail Classic Opening Gala, held at the New York Public Library, didn’t have to demand it: instead, we gave it over freely, entirely, awestruck even as we lavished ourselves in the 4 floors of enchanting, and deliriously jubilant enthusiasm. With cocktails offered every step of the way, it was a respectful care that went into the appreciation of these beverages—which encouraged thoughtful libation and not the mindless open bar gulping down.  For, these glasses were filled... [Read More]