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Last-Minute Mother's Day Gift Guide
May 4, 2024, 7:58.25 am ET
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Looking for some gift ideas for Mother's Day? Check out these Culinary Treasures for Mom!

Danny Loves Pasta by popular TikToker, Danny Freeman (Amazon)

With fans like Giada De Laurentiis, Andy Cohen and SZA, Danny Loves Pasta is known for his unique pasta creations and shapes made with real vegetables and spices for the colors. I’m hoping you too may be interested in learning more about Danny and his road to creating fun pasta shapes as well as Fall-centric and Holiday themed recipes. Great gift from beginner to expert home cook!

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Carbone Spicy Vodka 6-piece Gift Set (Amazon)

Carbone is arguably one of the hardest reservations to get in the country. Carbone Fine Food’s Spicy Vodka gift set is filled with all the essentials to recreate Carbone’s iconic Spicy Rigatoni dish, right in the comfort of your own home - no reservations needed.

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Citarella - Savor the Serenity Gift Basket (Skimlinks)

Pour a glass of Tost non-alcoholic sparkling beverage, light a candle, and snack on artisanal chocolate and chips. This is your time.

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Citarella’s Fresh Seafood Essentials Kit (Skimlinks)

This must-have seafood kit is brimming with a tantalizing assortment of succulent Shrimp, buttery Sea Scallops, marbled Norwegian Salmon filets and plump PEI Mussels. The kit is complete with expert tips and recipe cards for the perfect at-home Mother's Day Feast.

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So Yummy by bella Portable To-Go Blender (Target, Amazon)

You may know So Yummy (@soyummy) from their viral food hack videos on socials - they have amassed a following of 9.4 Million on Instagram. Recently, they've expanded into the "real" world with a custom kitchenware line. All their products are super cute, come in fun colors and patterns, and are specifically designed to make life easier for moms. Whether you're in the mood for smoothies, mixed drinks, or zesty dressings, this blender has you covered. It’s compact, lightweight and cordless so it’s perfect for taking on the go. Its one-button operation simplifies the blending process, and the stainless steel blade effortlessly tackles ingredients. Cleanup is easy—the blending jar and lid are dishwasher safe.

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Giadzy by Giada De Laurentiis

From the decadent Dolce Breakfast Box with Italian bright sunflower honey, ripe jam, and a luscious chocolate-hazelnut spread, to the Italian Beauty Secrets Box with simple, natural ingredients sourced from Italian artisans for a perfect DIY spa day, there is no shortage of options to pamper the special woman in your life (mom, sister, friend) in May, and every day.

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Delysia Chocolatier - "Mom's Little Luxuries" 16-piece Truffle Collection

Indulge Mom in a sweet escape with Delysia Chocolatier's Mom’s Little Luxuries collection chocolate truffles, meticulously handcrafted to embody her most cherished luxuries — the delicate allure of flowers, the sparkling elegance of jewelry, and the pure relaxation of a luxurious bubble bath. This exclusive Mother’s Day 16-piece truffle collection contains:

• 4 Cherry blossom chocolate truffles

• 4 Vanilla lavender chocolate truffles

• 4 Golden caramel chocolate truffles

• 4 Mimosa chocolate truffles

Happy Mother's Day!

Glace Unveils Bad Roman Frozen Hot Chocolate
May 3, 2024, 10:34.59 pm ET
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Glace, the sweet shop founded by culinary dreamer Sasha Zabar, son of famed New York gourmand, Eli Zabar, is kicking off spring with a special frozen hot chocolate. Available from May 2nd-5th at Glace’s shop on the Upper East Side, Glace has re-envisioned their viral hot chocolate as a creamy frozen dessert with the Bad Roman Tiramisu Frozen Hot Chocolate - frozen layers of hot chocolate and coffee, in a crunchy chocolate shell, mascarpone whipped cream, black cacao powder, and Glace’s signature toasted marshmallow rim.

Coming off of the viral S’Mores Hot Chocolate that launched last year, Glace is launching an entire series of new menu items, ranging from frozen hot chocolates, ice cream cakes, sundaes and more.

Artist Elisabetta Zangrandi Showcased at Sag Harbor’s Keye’s Art
May 3, 2024, 10:17.40 pm ET
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Working in a small mountain village outside Verona, the Italian artist Elisabetta Zangrandi has toiled over the past year to create a portrait gallery that reflects the labors of nine hundred years of artist-women.

In her distinctive figurative style, Zangrandi has reinterpreted an array of female artists’ self-portraits, transforming these art historical icons into her own personal canon of predecessors—and Keyes Gallery into an alternative feminist museum.

The Exhibit can be viewed May 11 – June 26, 2024 at Keyes Art, 45 Main Street, Sag Harbor, New York

Image: Elisabetta Zangrandi, After Artemisia Gentileschi, 2024, Acrylic on canvas, 19.5 x 19.5 inches / 50 x 50 cm, Courtesy of the artist and Keyes Gallery, Sag Harbor

Race to these 10 Spots for Kentucky Derby Parties in NYC
May 3, 2024, 7:18.47 pm ET
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QUICK GUIDE TO SOME OF THE HOTTEST DERBY PARTIES IN THE CITY

♦ Somewhere Nowhere is hosting a Derby Party from 4-10pm. Dress to impress.

♦ Wear your Derby Best to Brooklyn Chop House in the Financial District 4-7pm

♦ ALLURE Restaurant & Lounge is hosting a Derby Party at Hotel Belleclaire with prizes 4-7pm

♦ The Kentucky Derby Watch Party kicks off at 3pm at the Magic Hour Rooftop

♦ La Vibra is holding a Derby Event with 2 and 4 hour premium open bar from 3p-7:30pm

♦ "Derby150 at The Roof" at Park South will be held 2pm to 7:30pm with Bourbon Julip Bar

♦ Saddle up and sip on Derby-themed cocktails at Hard Rock Café from 3pm-7pm

♦ Derby Party at Elsie Rooftop features passed hors d’oeuvres and 2-hr Open Bar 3-7pm

♦ Raise a mint julep at The Terrace and Outdoor Garden in Times Square 4:30pm-7:30pm

♦ The Tin Building is hosting a Maker’s Mark Viewing Party at the Outdoor Bar 4-7pm

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Beer Witch in Brooklyn is Far from Witch’s Brew
May 3, 2024, 6:40.55 pm ET
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Beer Witch is a small, boutique craft beer bar and bottle shop in Park Slope, Brooklyn. They opened in the middle of lockdown offering bottle service to patrons but have since opened their doors to all and have been serving the Park Slope community for three years.

From traditional beer styles and a strong lager program (with three Czech Lukr faucets), to a cellar full of specialty Belgian bottles (Boon, Tilquin, Cantillon, 3 Fonteinen, etc.), they welcome beer nerds and novices who are excited to taste different and unique beer styles.

What's with the name Beer Witch? In a nutshell, witches (or alewives), were women who brewed ale for sale back in Midevil England and were considered wise women. It was this history of women being leaders in the beer industry that inspired Christa Sobier to open Beer Witch, reviving the role of the neighborhood witch, serving beer wisdom along with local and imported craft beer!

Nan Xiang Express Adds Location in Hell's Kitchen
May 3, 2024, 5:42.36 pm ET
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Nan Xiang Express, known for its Shanghainese dim sum and soup dumplings, now has a location in Hell’s Kitchen.

Nestled next to Restaurant Row, the new location at 654 9th Ave, introduces signature dishes including Xiao Long Bao aka Soup Dumplings, Crispy Bottom Buns, and Signature Braised Beef Soup. It also features a late-night menu paired with Chinese beer, sake, and soju.

The space features a brightly lit open kitchen and custom murals inspired by the local Hell’s Kitchen community. The restaurant is equipped with modern ordering kiosks and mobile ordering options to cater to the fast-paced lifestyle of New York City diners.

Nan Xiang Express in Hell's Kitchen will be open daily from 11 AM to 2:30 AM. To celebrate the grand opening on May 9, 2024, the store will offer VIP cards to the first 100 customers and a unique BINGO game for the next 100 customers, adding an element of excitement to the dining experience.

For more information, visit nanxiangexpress.com

Around Town - Mezcal Flights, AAPI Celebrations, Fundraisers, Cinema and more...
May 3, 2024, 1:08.23 am ET
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To celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Mexi in Williamsburg (149 North 9th Street) is offering a flight of three mezcal margaritas now through May 5th, so they'll be available all weekend. "El Tri Margarita" flight uses Aldez mezcal in the three margs - cucumber, coconut, and watermelon - in this homage to the Mexican flag. $24. Mexi is open from 4pm - 11pm nightly. (And they also now have happy hour from 4-6pm Monday - Friday!)

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Creamline and Economy Candy are offering a Boozy Margarita Milkshake for Cicno de Mayo. It's a take on everyone’s favorite cocktail for Cinco De Mayo, the Margarita, made with Ronnybrook Farm dairy, a mix of citrus (lemon, lime, and orange), salt, and a shot of tequila, topped with Margarita jelly beans from Economy Candy. The specialty shake will be offered at Creamline's Chelsea Market Location from Thursday, May 2nd, through Thursday, May 16th, to celebrate the holiday.

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Chelsea Market is commemorating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month with a variety of events, including an Art Show on display through the main concourse; Pearl River Mart’s Annual Sunset Celebration on Friday, May 17; and Asian Creative Festival Pop-Up Market on Saturday, May 17 & Sunday, May 18.

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Chef Ileene Cho, formerly of The NoMad, Betony, and L’Appart, is now leading the pastry program at The Noortwyck in the West Village. One of her signature offerings is Korean Sweet Potato Milk Bread inspired by her childhood memories. In celebration of AAPI Month, Chef Cho and The Noortwyck team will contribute a portion of proceeds from each purchase of the Korean Sweet Potato Milk Bread to Heart of Dinner for the entire month of May.

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Christie’s will auction off the art collection of television writer, producer, and political advocate Norman Lear and his wife, Lyn Davis Lear, on May 16^th. Lear, who passed away in December at 101 years old, is best known for creating sitcoms like “All in the Family” and “The Jeffersons.” Seven works from the collection will debut during the house’s 20th Century Evening Sale, along with additional works. Christie’s says the entire collection is expected to fetch more than $50 million.

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The Luisa Diaz Foundation will celebrate a milestone 10th anniversary black tie MAG gala on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 at The Plaza Hotel. The annual event this year will honor a decade of changing lives in communities across America with 2024 focusing on two organizations - Safe Passage Heals and Sanctuary for Families. It will be a grand “Celebration of Kindness” attended by important international changemakers from across the globe. For more information, visit uisadiazfoundation.org

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ICHIRAN, known for its Japanese tonkotsu ramen, is partnering with City Harvest to help feed New Yorkers experiencing food insecurity. Running through May 31st, with every purchase of a take-home ramen kit (original tonkotsu or vegan), at any of ICHIRAN's NYC locations (Brooklyn, Midtown, and Times Square), ICHIRAN will donate one ramen meal to City Harvest. The meals will then be distributed to City Harvest’s network of food pantries across the five boroughs. As a token of appreciation, each customer will receive a special "I Donated" sticker.

Seaport Cinema returns at Pier 12 starting on May 20th with Dirty Dancing. Mamma Mia, A Star Is Born, and Barbie are counted among this year’s flicks. To see the schedule and RSVP click here

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It appears roller skating will not be returning to Rockefeller Center this summer. Instead, the iconic Rink is being transformed into an outdoor dining destination featuring al fresco menus from NARO and Jupiter. NARO’s menu features a Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich, Soy Sauce Egg Bibimbap, Mango Bingsoo and more, while Jupiter is offering lobster with zucchini fries and a 30 Rock-inspired 30-layer chocolate cake. The outdoor dining is available from May through October.

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The Whitney Museum of American Art will offer free admission and special programs all day long on Sunday, May 12. In partnership with The New York Public Library, free storytimes for families and visitors of all ages will continue during Free Second Sundays at the Museum. This is the last Sunday to experience Harold Cohen: AARON with free admission before it closes to the public on May 19. Additional activities include exhibition tours in English and Spanish, artmaking programs, and in-gallery discussions throughout the day.

Until next time, we'll be seeing you Around Town

Chef Austin White and Eli Zabar Team Up for Tomato Dinner
May 3, 2024, 12:29.53 am ET
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Chef Austin Johnson of the Michelin-starred One White Street in Tribeca, will be popping up on the Upper East Side for one night only to join iconic New York grocer and friend, Eli Zabar at Eli’s Table, the seasonally driven restaurant and wine bar.

On Wednesday, 5/15, the two will offer a 4-course tomato dinner highlighting the best seasonal produce from Eli’s New York City greenhouse and Austin’s upstate farm, Rigor Hill Farm, where he sources all of the produce for his restaurants.

The pre-fixe style menu is priced at $160 and will include seasonal dishes, with an optional wine pairing for $85, curated in collaboration between Eli’s Table and One White Street’s in-house sommeliers, Thibault Dubreuil (previously of Frenchie in Paris) and Suzanne DeStio (previously of Eleven Madison Park). The menu includes:

• Seasonal Crudites from Rigor Hill Farm, served with Creme Fraiche

• Roasted Tomatoes gazpacho style served on a tomato focaccia

• Stinging Nettle Stuffed Tortellini with lemon butter, vin jaune, and morels

• Roasted Lamb with fava beans, asparagus, and black garlic

• Olive Oil Ice Cream with tomato sorbet and ricotta cheesecake.

Reservations are available via Resy.

Librae Bakery-Caviar Russe Collab for Mother's Day
May 2, 2024, 11:57.55 pm ET
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In honor of Mother’s Day - Librae Bakery, the first-ever Bahraini female-owned bakery in New York, has partnered with renowned caviar purveyor, Caviar Russe, to create a unique and delicious culinary creation.

Inspired by classic caviar service, where the delicacy is typically served with a starch or neutral base along with crème fraîche, this special collaboration of 'breads and spreads’ features luxurious herbed brioche buns and a lemony labneh. The buns are infused with chives, ramps, dill and sea salt (6 per order), and served with lemon labneh featuring a touch of zest for a unique presentation. Caviar Russe’s classic Osetra caviar completes the ensemble. The beautiful Mother's Day package also includes a mother of pearl spoon, all thoughtfully gift-wrapped in co-branded packaging for $75.

The one-day only collaboration is available for pre-order from May 1st to May 9th on Librae’s website. Pick up will be on Mother’s Day (May 12th) from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm, just in time for brunch.

The Stars Align at the Little Dipper Cocktail Bar in Midtown
May 2, 2024, 5:41.02 pm ET
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Little Dipper, the immersive, astrology-inspired cocktail bar from partners Bobby Papachryssanthou and Steven Duran, formerly of The Tao Group, opens in Midtown.

Little Dipper pays tribute to the horoscopes and their energies by offering ingredient-driven, vibrant cocktails with each beverage inspired by one of the zodiac signs, alongside a menu of small plates and tableside handroll service.

Cocktails include Warrior Vibe (Aries) with whiskey, aloe honey, cherry bitters and a tableside infusion of green tea; King of the Jungle (Leo) with vodka, pineapple ginger shrub, Le Moné, maple, gum arabic and topped with elderflower tonic; Star Maiden (Virgo) arugula-infused mezcal; marshmallow root-infused banana, simple syrup, lime and aperitivo float; Balance (Libra) with strawberry infused amaro, absinthe and cinnamon cream and Devoted (Cancer) with dill infused gin, brennivin, lemon and gooseberry, among others.

On the menu, look for shareable dishes such as Chicken Bites & Caviar served with french onion dip; Eggs on Toast, egg salad on a toasted potato bun with trout roe and shaved radish; Lil Dip, tuna tartare with diced avocado and caviar; and Uni Tater Tots served with lemon citrus mayo. There is also a selection of Seasonal Nigiri such as Amberjack, King Salmon, and Wagyu.

Additionally, handroll service will be offered tableside on a Japanese-style street cart with options such as Toro, Spicy Scallop and Uni, and large party reservations can even add on a $95 12-piece sushi omakase curated by the team behind Ten Homakase.

The intimate, subterranean space features blue velvet banquette seating and screens on the ceiling to imitate the night sky with shooting stars. Guests enter the bar downstairs through a stairway with a mural of constellation and zodiac-inspired scenes, with posters from New York construction sites painted by local artist John Herbert Wright. The ceiling boasts screens that emulate the night sky and shooting stars, providing for an immersive experience.

Little Dipper is located at located at 135 W. 30th Street, between 6th and 7th avenues, in Manhattan. For more information, visit littledippernyc.com

Serafina Opens New Pizza Fun House
May 1, 2024, 6:27.48 pm ET
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Pizza Fun House (63 W 8th St, on 6th Ave) in Greenwich Village is a vibrant new spot by the folks at Serafine with a retro design offering American-style pies that are also sold by slice.

This new, casual restaurant is a retro celebration, deeply inspired by Serafina co-founders Fabio Granato and Vittorio Assaf’s love of American pop-culture from their childhood memories growing up in Italy. Brightly colored geometric Googie-style interiors are the background to the American menu, with a focus on the classic American Pizza style, elevated with Serafina's pioneering pre-fermented dough, along with nostalgic Americana pastas, heroes, salads, and more.

The menu also pays homage to the classic 50’s and 60’s “Happy Days” style diner dishes including a series of Hot Plates—Eggplant Parm, Chicken Parm, and Meatball Parm—all served with a side of Spaghetti Marinara. There are also several housemade pastas, including Italian American classics like Meat Lasagna and Penne Vodka, as well as Hero sandwiches like Sausage + Peppers and a Chicken Roll. Smaller menu items include Garlic Knots and Wings in a variety of sauces, as well as the iconic staples Caesar and Greek salads with the option to add chicken.

Those with a sweet tooth can enjoy several dessert items, including an ice cream Sunday, Banana Splits, and, of course, Canolis. There are also multiple milkshake flavors, including Black + White, inspired by the iconic New York cookie, Vanilla Sky, Strawberry Field Forever, Bananarama, and Salted Caramel. Beverages at Pizza Fun House will include a range of sodas as well as several options to choose from of beer and wine.

Fabio Granato worked closely with designer Julius Babilonia to create a space that is both retro and contemporary, bringing a modern interpretation of Googie architecture with a bright 60s style ombre of yellow, orange, red, and brown graphics that cover the walls, and a pattern of layered structural boomerang shapes.

Situated in the bustling heart of Greenwich Village, Serafina says Pizza Fun House is a love letter to American and Italian pizza culture, where guests can gather to enjoy elevated classics in a relaxed and fun atmosphere.

***For the official opening on May 2, 2024, Pizza Fun House (63 W 8th St, on the corner of 6th Ave) will be giving away 500 free slices of pizza from 1pm until supplies run out.***

Review: Seeing Stereophonic is a Sound Decision
May 1, 2024, 5:42.53 pm ET
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By Brian Scott Lipton

“Art isn’t easy/Every minor detail/is a major decision/Have to keep things in scale/have to keep to your vision.”

Unsurprisingly, the late, great Stephen Sondheim summed up in mere seconds what David Adjmi takes over three hours to say in “Stereophonic,” now at the Golden Theatre. Still, there’s no denying this overlong but compelling new play about a mid-1970s pop band (clearly based on Fleetwood Mac) struggling to complete their newest album – and not lose their hearts and minds in the process – is its own work of art.

By sticking surprisingly close to what happened to the members of Fleetwood Mac -- Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks, Mick Fleetwood, and John and Christine McVie – the play can feel a bit predictable to those who know the band’s history. Conversely, those who know nothing about these people, and especially, the torturous making of the group’s landmark album “Rumours,” may actually miss some of the nuances in the play.

Either way, however, Daniel Aukin’s production of the work could not be more immaculate – from David Zinn’s unbelievable re-creation of a California recording studio (aided by the superb sound design by Ryan Rumery) to the stunningly authentic costumes by Enver Charkatash (flares, flares, everywhere), to the deeply-felt performances by a mostly little-known, seven-person cast.

Even the few musical numbers composed by Will Butler, formerly of the Grammy-winning band “Arcade Fire,” seemingly aspire to the Fleetwod Mac’s signature sound. The best example is “Bright -- the stunning 6 ½-minute song written by lead singer Diana (a strong-voiced, heart-wrenching Sarah Pidgeon, beautifully embodying the struggle of a woman to be taken seriously in the male-dominated music world). The song’s length leads to several fights with Diana’s controlling, seemingly egomaniacal boyfriend Peter (a superb Tim Pecinka), who ends up taking over the role of record producer.

While the ever-evolving Diana-Peter relationship gets the most attention here, Adjmi does build up solid-enough stories for his other characters; the mercurial bassist Reg (an unrecognizable Will Brill) who transforms from a drug-addicted, alcoholic mess to a health-obsessed vegetarian (who still drinks now and then); his deeply shy, but sometimes strong-willed wife Holly (a very fine Juliana Canfield), the group’s keyboardist; and the flamboyant, often exasperated drummer Simon (a magnetic Chris Stack.

Moreover, all five musicians are natural perfectionists who are forced to make personal and professional compromises – big and small – just to get the project finished. And as obnoxious as they can be, we do feel for their plight, especially as Adjmi leaves no doubt that the pressure to put out an album so full of expectations is overwhelming.

Still, the quarreling quartet doesn’t always engender our sympathies. As a result, viewer interest often drifts to the show’s “minor” characters, Grover (a wonderful Eli Gelb), the nerdy engineer who has embellished his resume to get this gig and, at least initially, ends up way over his head, and his more experienced and even dorkier colleague, Charlie (Andrew R. Butler, essentially serving as the work’s comic relief).

Bit by bit, though, these seven folks do eventually put their record together (not that we hear the finished product) enduring personal and professional triumphs and downfalls along the way. Indeed, as Adjmi implies, true “artists” may really have no choice but to pursue such a tricky path.

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Shedding It All in Times Square to Benefit the Fight Against AIDS
May 1, 2024, 5:25.44 pm ET
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BIKE Athletic invited some of Broadway's finest men to Times Square to shimmy and shake, dance and disrobe down to their jockstraps in celebration of the 150th Anniversary of the Jockstrap and Jockstrap Appreciation Day. These talented men are dancers from Broadway Bares, the annual, larger-than-life burlesque production that’s produced by and benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Broadway Bares will host two performances on Sunday, June 23 at NYC’s Hammerstein Ballroom. The annual fundraiser helps provide meals and medication, healthcare and hope for those living with HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening illnesses. Donate to the dancers and get Broadway Bares tickets now.

NYC’s Newest Taqueria is Esse Taco
May 1, 2024, 12:53.10 am ET
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The Casamata Restaurant Group is launching Esse Taco led by chef Enrique Olvera. The taqueria is the hospitality group's latest project, joining a collection of contemporary Mexican restaurants ranging from bicoastal ATLA to World’s 50 Best honorees Pujol and Cosme.

Located in a bright, casual, all-standing space on Bedford Ave in Williamsburg, Esse Taco offers a menu focused on simplicity and the best ingredients, such as tortillas made from fresh masa, nixtamalized and made daily in-house from heirloom corn.

Tacos feature classic fillings such as ribeye steak and citrus-marinated grilled chicken thigh, thinly sliced instead of chopped to put flavor and quality front and center. Other offerings include mesquite smoked oyster mushroom tacos and pork loin “Al Pastor” with pineapple butter.

Visitors can also enjoy favorites like a corn husk meringue sundae, inspired by Cosme's iconic dessert, and a range of beverages including tequila and mezcal margaritas, beer and refreshing agua frescas.

Esse Taco is located at 29 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY. For more information, visit essetaco.com

Cocktail Time: Nami Nori Launches Exclusive Cocktails at its Williamsburg Location
May 1, 2024, 12:23.59 am ET
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Nami Nori, the Japanese temaki restaurant specializing in open-style hand rolls, is launched a new cocktail program exclusive to its Williamsburg location featuring spirits-based cocktails for the first time.

The new cocktails include:

• Parkside Spritz featuring Roku Gin, grapefruit, miso honey, Campari, sesame and Maison Foucher Cremant

• Golden Colada with Ypioca Cachaca, pineapple, lime, Denizen White Rum, Falernum and coconut

• Matcharita 2.0 with Mijenta Tequila, matcha, agave, yuzu, Hana Makgeolli Hwaju 12 and egg white

• Island Life transporting guests to a tropical vacation. It features Denizen White Rum, Ten to One Dark Rum, strawberry, Yakult, Hana Makgeolli Takju 16, lychee and vanilla.

• Nori Highball, a classic Japanese highball, with Mars Iwai Tradition Whisky, nori syrup and yuzu.

In addition to new cocktails, the beverage program also has a new dedicated Japanese whiskey selection, including Hibiki Harmony, Yamazaki 12 and Nikka 21.

Bar Blondeau and Le Crocodile's Spring Offerings in Williamsburg
May 1, 2024, 12:02.35 am ET
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It is Apero Time at Le Crocodile at the Wythe Hotel in Williamsburg from 5-7pm on weeknights at the bar. Guests can enjoy select cocktails, glasses of wine and hors d’oeuvres starting at $9.

Bar Blondeau’s Terrace will open for the season on May 9th. With lush planters and oversized umbrellas to shade against the sun, the wrap-around terrace offers unparalleled views of the New York City skyline and Brooklyn.

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Sunset Hour at Bar Blondeau features drink specials starting from $9 Monday through Friday from 5-7pm. On select Mondays, Bar Blondeau will also co-host a special “Sunset Hour Spotlight” service in partnership with a local spirits producer.

In the coming weeks, Le Crocodile and Bar Blondeau will roll out new dishes, cocktails and wine selections for Spring.