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Dining
Extrava-CAN-za! Whole Hog Feast at DBGB on Tuesday, May 17
Time to celebrate the aluminum-suited craft brews at DBGB. Come embrace the can as DBGB features a slew of Sixpoint tall boys alongside a few other favorites.
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Dining
Celebrate Mother's Day at the Restaurants of Chef Daniel Boulud
DBGB Kitchen and Bar, db Bistro Moderne, Bar Boulud, Boulud Sud, and Café Boulud will all be offering special brunch menus on May 13.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Shopping
News from Center44 - 'Curves Ahead,' 40@44, and More

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Travel
Exotic Kuala Lumpur and the Sensational Shangri-La Hotel
Exploring the incredible sights of Kuala Lumpur, from a singularly exquisite hotel to the Petronas Towers to upscale shopping galore.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Dining
La Silhouette Provides the Cuisine for the New York Culinary Experience Reception This Saturday, April 28
La Silhouette, a French-American restaurant in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood, will provide fancy fare for the “New York Culinary Experience” reception to take place on Saturday, April 28, 2012 from 4:15-6:15pm.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Molyvos - Authentic Greek Cuisine and a Fresh New Look
Ouzo flows freely and the baklava is piled high at Molyvos, an authentic Greek spot located in midtown that unveiled a fresh new design in late January of this year, as well as updates on their original menu courtesy of executive Chef James Botsacos.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Art Galleries
Hammer Galleries' On Paper Exhibition Opens April 28
The latest exhibition at Hammer Galleries, running April 28-August 31, includes works by Calder, Chagall, Matisse, Miró, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Casa Lever Gardens Reopen For Spring
Casa Lever Gardens will reopen for the spring season on Monday, April 16th, re-establishing itself as the place to be for a casual, yet elegant, outdoor dining experience in Midtown, Manhattan.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Performing Arts
Center44 and BalletNY Present 40@44 on May 9
On May 9, Center44 will be hosting a silent auction and benefit for BalletNY.
by Promenade Staff | View Article


Skyscraper Showstoppers
Mia Fonssagrives-Solow's pop-up shop at the Museum of the City of New York, features her NYC cuff bracelet depicting the skyline, among other pieces in the shape of city buildings.
by Melanie Baker | View Article

Dining
David Burke Restaurants Offer Free Snacks to Facebook Fans
For a limited time, Chef David Burke is giving away a free snack to all Facebook Fans at 6 of his restaurants and a chance to sit down to an amazing dinner with Burke himself, his treat!
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Dining
Live Jazz on Saturday Nights at Oceana Restaurant
New York City's Oceana is now offering live jazz every Saturday night from 9pm to midnight.
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Dining
db Bistro Moderne to Offer Easter Brunch and Dinner
Join db Bistro Moderne on Sunday, April 8, for their special Easter brunch and dinner with festive fare by Chef Laurent Kalkotour.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Real Estate
Luxury Living - Only Four Penthouses Remain at East Union Square's Premier Luxury Condominium
123 Third, the signature residential development in East Union Square, is nearly sold-out after 90 percent of the 47-unit condominium closed at breakneck speed. The remaining units are a quartet of exquisite penthouses perched above one of Manhattan’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Travel
Two Island Countries
Ireland and Malaysia. Could they be more different? But a visit to each is equally delightful, enlightening, and downright enchanting.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Dining
Restaurant Interview: Casa Lever's Gherardo Guarducci & Dimitri Pauli
Housed in the glass skyscraper it is named for, Casa Lever offers an authentic menu that “embraces Italy from South to North.”
by Kristopher Carpenter | View Article

Real Estate
Luxury and Art on Museum Mile
From 82nd to 105th, it’s luxury living amid nine of the city’s most remarkable cultural institutions.
by Karli Petrovic | View Article

Museums
Diego Rivera: Master Muralist
For the first time in 80 years, five of the eight “portable murals” highlighted in his celebrated 1931 retrospective at MoMA are on view at the museum.
by Karin Lipson | View Article

Dining
Yael Sonia: Wear Your Art Out
The pieces in her Perpetual Motion collection are much more than decoration—they are wearable artworks.
by Kaitlin Ahern | View Article

Art Galleries
Hammer Galleries: Picasso on Park Avenue
Since moving to a stunning new Park Avenue space (between 57th and 58th Streets), the gallery has held several major exhibitions of Impressionist and Modern Masters.
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Dining
Great Breakfasts: The Palm Court
Under the stained glass ceiling, and among the table orchids, are some sensational 21st-century breakfast choices.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
Great Breakfasts: The National
The 125-seat restaurant in the restored 1927 Beaux-Arts Emery Roth building is warm, comfortable, and hip, sort of Left Bank meets Pottery Barn.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
Great Breakfasts: The Garden at the Four Seasons Hotel
The menu is as sophisticated as the ambience with dishes like the light and delicious signature Lemon Ricotta Hot Cakes.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
Great Breakfasts: Norma's
Totally international and with a creative spin, breakfast is served all day, blending comfort food with culinary adventures.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
Down to Earth, Fine French at db Bistro Moderne
Daniel Boulud’s casual yet trendy midtown spot is one of NYC’s top French bistros.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Indoor and Outdoors at David Burke Kitchen
Three different ways to enjoy the locally sourced, creative fare that is Burke’s signature style.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Great Breakfasts: Brasserie
The fine French establishment is the power breakfast scene for midtown’s finance, healthcare, and publishing execs.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
Great Breakfasts: Benjamin Steakhouse
For those travelers who love to start their day with something hearty.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Beauty
Day Spas...Transform Yourself
Treatments, pampering, health, serenity, workouts, and a really good cup of post-massage cappuccino!
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Performing Arts
The Met's Tougher Manon
In which the eternally feminine protagonist is, according to Anna Netrebko, the diva who portrays her, ‘a real woman, and I think it’s possible to make her quite bad.’
by Martin Bernheimer | View Article

Theatre
The Theatregoer's Guide, 2012 Spring Edition
A-listers galore, including Tony winners and nominees Matthew Broderick, James Earl Jones, John Lithgow and Nina Arianda are lighting Broadway's stages.
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Travel
The Virtual Voyager
Topflight tips for the discerning traveler, from MacKenzie-Childs rainboots and umbrellas to Stafford London's Baggage Emergency Response Squad.
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Shopping
Talking with Breitling's Thierry Prissert
The Frenchman at the helm of Breitling USA explains why this watch brand truly has time on its side—in more ways than one.
by Kaitlin Ahern | View Article

Antiques
Where Shoes Meet Antiques
At Bergdorf's new shoe salon, the antiques specialists from Center44 provided some magic.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Fashion
The Runway Report: Black, White and Prints All Over
This season, new directions add zest to many tried-and-true themes:stripes, graphics, solids and of course, orange.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Shopping
Crazy for Clutches
These little gems are always in style and that is obvious by the number of designers adding them to their lines.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Film
The Tribeca Film Festival
11 years in, it's a cultural phenomenon for New York City.
by Gene Seymour | View Article

Style
Style Shows: Fashion History on Display
At FIT, centuries of landmark designs will delight and dazzle and at BARD, a feast of millinery masterpieces.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Shopping
The Shopping News
Two new NYC shops: fabulous Fabergé, with its show-stopping handcrafted bijoux, and the glamorous leather lines at Perrin Paris
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Jewelry
Jewels That Whisper Glamour
For your own red-carpet events, subtle gems can speak volumes, and often do.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Theatre
Angela and Audra: Broadway’s Great Ladies Back on the Boards
Two of theatre’s most celebrated women are on stage this season: Lansbury in "Gore Vidal's The Best Man" and McDonald in "The Gershwins' Porgy & Bess".
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Performing Arts
For Paul Taylor, a New Home on a Larger Stage
The company is decamping to Lincoln Center and Taylor’s work, says one of his star dancers, “is all about moving through space…the more space you have, the more you get to move.”
by Sylviane Gold | View Article

Art Galleries
Lerebours Antiques: An Eclectic Collection
About her eponymous antiques gallery on East 60th Street, Cathy Lerebours, says "there is beauty in every period, so why limit yourself?"
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Fishtail Spotlighted in NY Daily News 'Dishes to Watch the Oscars By'
A recipe courtesy of celebrity chef David Burke of Fishtail was featured over the weekend in a New York Daily News article highlighting dishes inspired by this year's Oscar nominees.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Jewelry
Adele Does DeBeers
Adele dazzles in DeBeers Diamond earrings at the Grammys.
by Promenade Staff | View Article


Hammer Galleries at the American International Art Fair in Palm Beach

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Art Galleries
New Pieces at NYC's Lerebours Antiques

by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
The Leopard at des Artistes Offers Prix Fixe for Fashion Week
The Leopard at des Artistes will be participating the Lincoln Square Fashion Plate Prix Fixe with the Leopard Piatto Unico, served for lunch only from February 9-16.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Where to Dine for Valentine's Day in New York City
Many New York City restaurants offer special menus for Valentine’s Day. Here is a wide variety of options for dining -- to be updated regularly -- plus other ways to spend the holiday.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Shopping
This Week at Center44: Big, Bold and Beautiful
New York City's best art and antiques dealer.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Jewelry
News from FREYWILLE
The Viennese jewelry company announces a new presence on Rodeo Drive and their newest collection, the Lumière des Diamants.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Art Galleries
New at Center44: Langs de Wal, purveyors of 19th and 20th Century works of art

by Promenade Staff | View Article

Jewelry
F.D: Rare, Vintage and Coveted at Fiona Druckenmiller's Gallery and Boutique

by Promenade Staff | View Article

Travel
The Kingsbrae Arms: Fit for a King, Indeed
Once upon a time (well, in 1897) in the sleepy little village of St. Andrews by-the-Sea, a prominent Nova Scotia businessman built a stunning vacation retreat for his family.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Art Galleries
Master Drawings New York
A week in January of fine works on paper.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Travel
The Virtual Voyager
Topflight tips for the discerning traveler...from the Missoni for Bric's luggage collection to Denmark's Titania's Castle.
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Dining
The Restaurant Interview: Ilya J. Panchernikov and Chris Agnew
Caviar Russe is a dining and shopping experience like no other: it's a retail purveyor of the best caviar and a fine restaurant offering distinct menus -- some caviar-centric and some not.
by Kristopher Carpenter | View Article

Travel
The Corinthia: London's Grand New Hotel, With a Modern Touch

by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Travel
Glorious England: Town and Country
“This Sceptered Isle...,” as Shakespeare dubbed it, is rich in history, culinary delights, indulgent spas, and diverse culture in County Yorkshire and London.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Performing Arts
Some Enchanted Evening at the Met
In a pastiche of plot and music, The Enchanted Island is performed by a cast of stars - including, in a bigger-than-life role, the ever-charismatic Plácido Domingo.
by Martin Bernheimer | View Article

Fashion
Dresssed to Thrill: Tuxedo Trends
Put any man in a tux-all dolled up-and he looks like a million bucks.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Art Galleries
The Modern Masters in Paris....Hammer Galleries Tells Their Story
The exhibition features over 20 exceptional paintings by Marc Chagall, Fernand Léger, Henri Matisse, Joan Miró, Pablo Picasso and Kees van Dongen, and more.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Fabulous Seafood at Oceana
Through Chef Ben Pollinger's innovative compositions, traditional preparations of whole fish and other offerings are transformed into superb global cuisine.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
The Leopard at Des Artistes
The recently opened restaurant is stationed in one of the most iconic spaces in New York City, the landmarked Hotel des Artistes, and is the former home of the renowned Café des Artistes.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
The Other Europeans: Mary, Queen of Scots
Small dishes are served on floral china, as if you are attending a tea party for the Queen, but there is nothing "tea party-ish" about this happening spot that attracts expats from the UK.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
The Other Europeans: La Fonda del Sol
This is the place to discover the elegance of Spanish wine in the outdoor café or the interior bar and casual tapas area, or the glass-enclosed formal dining room.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
The Other Europeans: From Serbia, Kafana
Vladimir Ocokoljic is an architect who spent years designing bars and restaurants...and decided to establish Kafana, a charming and rustic homage to his Serbian homeland.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
The Other Europeans: From Spain, Gastroarte
There's an excellent Spanish wine list and the tapas menu is a cornucopia of wonderfully colorful and inventive dishes.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
The Other Europeans: Viennese at Cafe Sabarsky
Entering Café Sabarsky, inside the Neue Galerie, with its early 20th-century furnishings, is like stepping into Old Vienna.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
The Other Europeans: Nordic Cuisine at Acquavit
Nordic cuisine is the rising star of the international culinary scene and Aquavit is leading the way in this country.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Performing Arts
Nutcracker Nights....and Days
George Balanchine's version at Lincoln Center's Koch Theater, is New York City's must-see holiday treat for visitors, residents and, most of all, the children.
by Sylviane Gold | View Article

Style
Day's End at Davidoff
A smooth smoke after work at one of New York City's finest cigar lounges.
by Kristopher Carpenter | View Article

Travel
Porto Cupecoy: A Heavenly Escape in Saint Martin
If you're dreaming about a warm-weather get-away, then think no farther south than Saint Martin/Sint Maarten, an island paradise, shared in the spirit of neighborly friendliness by the French and Dutch for nearly 350 years.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Art Galleries
Modern Masters and Beyond at Hammer Galleries in NYC
Featuring over 20 exceptional paintings by Chagall, Léger, Matisse, Miró, Picasso and van Dongen, as well as significant sculptures by Dubuffet, Miró, Matisse and Calder.
by Promenade Staff | View Article


It's a Mod, Mod World at Center44, Midtown Manhattan's Antiques and Modern Marketplace

by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Abboccato Ristorante Celebrates 7 Years With Special Menu Items & More
Tanti Auguri, Abboccato! Celebrate the first seven years of the Livanos Restaurant Group's seventh restaurant from October 10-31 as Chef Jim Botsacos features an opening menu favorite. Plus: Nonna's Sunday Pasta Dinner.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
La Silhouette Restaurant Earns Accolades from NYC Concierges, Zagat 2012
With almost a year under its belt, chic French newcomer La Silhouette, a stunning restaurant located on the cusp of the Theater District and Hell’s Kitchen, has taken home the gold.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Oceana Restaurant Earns Michelin Star
Michelin Star recipients for the MICHELIN Guide for New York City 2012 have been announced, and among the NYC restaurants earning the honor was Oceana, home to the innovative seafood cuisine of executive chef Ben Pollinger.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Jewelry
Kwiat Charity Campaign for Safe Drinking Water
Profits from Kwiat's Diamond Waterdrop Bracelet go to benefit charity:water.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Theatre
A Fall Theatregoer's Guide
From the Martin Luther King epic, The Mountaintop, to the stage version of Bonnie & Clyde, it's a season not to be missed.
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Shopping
Tumi Tales
As the purveyor of fine luggage prepares to open its ninth Manhattan store this October on the Upper West Side, Promenade sat down with the brand's president and CEO to learn more about the insight behind the innovative designs.
by Kaitlin Ahern | View Article

Theatre
CELEBRITY PROFILE: Rachel Griffiths
Making her Broadway debut in Other Desert Cities, the awesome Aussie actress is "honored, humbled, and terrified."
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Jewelry
Style Interview: Talking with Jeweler Friedrich Wille
The CEO of Frey Wille, which opened its first Manhattan store this spring, discusses the philosophical and artistic inspiration behind his design team's colorful creations, and what it means to (finally) be in New York.
by Kaitlin Ahern | View Article

Real Estate
Living on Central Park
Stunning residences along New York City's biggest park strike the perfect balance between a bustling and bucolic lifestyle.
by Kaitlin Ahern | View Article


Willem de Kooning: His Career from Beginning to End
MoMA's exhibit is the first major museum show ever devoted to the entire career of this extraordinary Abstract Expressionist painter.
by Karin Lipson | View Article

Jewelry
Precious Gems Cut Two Ways: To Gleam or Glow
Two cuts, cabochons or faceted, bring sparkle a plenty.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Art Galleries
THE HAMMER GALLERIES: Mixing tradition and technology
At its new Park Avenue home, Hammer Galleries is articulating and redefining the future of art appreciation and acquisition for the 21st-century.
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Shopping
Fall Fashion: The NYC Runway Report
Winter wonders...Powerful prints, camel classics, rouge that roars, and tailored touches....
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Beauty
Editor's Picks: Perfect Scents
Some 200 fragrances will be introduced to the marketplace by year's end. Here are a few of the newer ones debuting this season.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Dining
Manhattan's Restuarant/Lounges: Bar Downstairs at the Andaz

by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Performing Arts
Making News at the NY Philharmonic
The orchestra's music director, Alan Gilbert - a fine musician with a canny intellect, a solid technique and a commanding aura of self-confidence - is leading with a sense of adventure.
by Martin Bernheimer | View Article

Dining
Promenade Picks: The Leopard at Des Artistes
At the former home of the renowned Café des Artistes, The Leopard has ambiance to spare and remarkable food rooted in Southern Italian traditions.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Promenade Picks: Caviar Russe
Taste a variety of caviars by the spoon, enjoy an elegant lunch or dinner, and visit the boutique to pick out the perfect gift.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Sightseeing
9/11 Memorial Events Around NYC

by Karli Petrovic | View Article

Sightseeing
Ten Years After, the 9/11 Memorial Opens
After a decade of grieving, healing, and resilience, the National 9/11 Memorial at the World Trade Center site, is opening on the anniversary, marking a monumental change to the city.
by Karli Petrovic | View Article

Real Estate
Miami's Marquis Residences Reaches 70 Percent Sold
International Sales Rise With the Addition of Sage App and Americor Mortgage
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Shopping
Fashion's Night Out: Shop After Hours and Celebrate Style
The third annual fashionista festival hits the streets on Sept. 8., from 6-11pm. Time to shop, see the stars and join the late- night parties.
by Christine Tarulli | View Article

Shopping
The New Rachel Zoe Collection Debuts at Bloomingdale's
The celebrity stylist's first line includes must-have ready-to-wear, shoes and handbags.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Art Galleries
What's New at F.D.Gallery and Boutique in August

by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Celebrate With Friends at Oceana's Big Bass Dinner

by Promenade Staff | View Article

Travel
Ocean Reef Club - Paradise for Members and Guests Alike
To paraphrase that famous American Express commercial, there are, indeed, privileges that accrue with membership...and that is certainly apparent at the tropical, nirvana-like, but homey, Ocean Reef Club on Key Largo, an hour's drive from Miami International Airport.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Art Galleries
Hammer Galleries' Modern Masters Exhibition Extended Through September 9, 2011

by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Oceana's Lobster in the Park Outdoor Stand Now Open!
Don't miss the restaurant's Maine lobster roll stand, Mondays through Fridays this summer.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Now Open - David Burke Garden at The James New York
This unparalleled outdoor space has its own bar, seating for 130, a private chef's table and private cabanas.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Performing Arts
Classical is a Contender
At the Lincoln Center Festival, classical music - often in the background during the annual summer event - has a front row seat.
by Martin Bernheimer | View Article

Travel
The Virtual Voyager
From the Eastern & Oriental Express to New Zealand's TreeTop Estate, topflight tips for the discerning traveler.
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Theatre
A Stunning Shakespearean Summer
This year, thanks to Lincoln Center's Summer Festival and the Royal Shakespeare Company, the stakes are raised to the celestial rafters.
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Travel
Southern Comfort: Lexington, KY and Colonial Williamsburg
Two stunning, picturesque towns below the Mason-Dixon Line serve up pastoral scenery, fascinating history, diverse culture, and the perfect mint julep
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Theatre
The Theatregoer's Guide: 2011 Summer Edition
Suddenly This Summer: A Little Bit Classy; a Little Bit Loopy; a Little Bit Rock and Roll.
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Theatre
Theatre Profile: Brooke Shields
The flawless beauty, who has gone from supermodel to superstar, is the new Morticia in Broadway's hit musical "The Addams Family."
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Dining
Summer Sweets
Think silky-smooth ice creams, melt-in-your-mouth gelati, and thirst-quenching sorbetti, all served up in tempting, "curated" flavors.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Style
We Just Wanna' HaveFun
It's the time of year for colorful clothes, rainbow-bright accessories, and one-of-a-kind outdoor furniture.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Jewelry
Style Interview:Talking With Fiona Druckenmiller
The collector on her passion for the rare and vintage items in F.D, her gallery-boutique that's added a new element to the Upper East Side.
by Kaitlin Ahern | View Article

Beauty
Day Spas: Go for the Glow
Two of New York's savviest spas and their stellar aestheticians speak to your body-beautiful needs during the height of the heat with pampering élan.
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Dining
The Restaurant Interview: Marc Murphy
With four restaurants on his plate -- two Landmarcs and two Ditch Plains -- he proves that nice guys finish first.
by Kristopher Carpenter | View Article

Real Estate
Luxury Properties: The Ultimate in Summer Living
In a city with limited outdoor space, an alfresco lifestyle demands the right amenities. These properties are well equipped for luxury in the sun.
by Kaitlin Ahern | View Article

Travel
The Plaza Hotel: An Urban Resort
Experience the transformed Plaza Hotel, an urban resort containing everything you could possibly imagine: shops, restaurants and bars, a spa, salon, hotel, and even a new gym.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Style
When the Designer Is Gone: The Design House Dilemma
No matter what the fresh talent creates, there are the inescapable comparisons to what was and what might have been.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Museums
Alexander McQueen: Breaking All the Fashion Rules
'That's what I'm here for,' said Alexander McQueen. 'To demolish the rules but to keep the tradition.' In this brilliant exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum's Costume Institute, the late designer's irreverent genius lives on.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Shopping
Simply Mad About Madison Avenue
It's paradise for both discerning neighborhood shoppers and cosmopolitan city visitors -- hailing from Argentina to Zanzibar.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Shopping
Editor's Pick: Time Travelers
In faraway destinations, keep track of the minutes with elegant dual-zone watches.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Shopping
MacKenzie-Childs in the Hamptons
If you long for that Courtly Check for your vacation home or need a hostess gift while in the Hamptons, you can visit MacKenzie-Childs' newest retail store in Southampton, New York.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Dining: David Burke Kitchen at the James Hotel New York
The restaurant offers three different ways to enjoy the locally sourced, creative fare that is Burke's signature style.
by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
Dining: Crossbar
It's Todd English's modern interpretation of "Head to Tail" pork cooking, from retro snacks to whole roasted suckling pig dinners.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
Alfresco Dining: Pompano
One flight up, off the intersection of 49th Street and Third Avenue, is an elegant townhouse terrace where you can dine outdoors on some of the city's finest Mexican cuisine.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
Alfresco Dining: The Sea Grill
In summer, the Rockefeller Center skating rink disappears and the Sea Grill terrace -- with umbrellas and plants -- is an outdoor dining room.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
Alfresco Dining: Oceana
According to Executive Chef Ben Pollinger, people eat more raw fish in summer and there is plenty to tempt you here.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
Alfresco Dining: Itrulli
In summer, you can dine in the garden and watch the tomatoes grow while a waterfall provides background "music."
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
Alfresco Dining: Inside Park St. Bart's
There's no need to leave town for a summer clambake; there's one on Park Avenue in the heart of midtown on the porch of a cathedral.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
Alfresco Dining: Blue Water Grill
Executive Chef Matt Hughes, is inspired by the Union Square green market's bounty. "We have more fun with the menu in summer," he says. The accompaniments often come from just across the street each day.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Museums
How the Whitney Was Born
With her purchase of four paintings from the group known as "The Eight," heiress and sculptor Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney paved the way for the founding of the museum. A new show features works she acquired between 1908 and 1933.
by Karin Lipson | View Article

Performing Arts
His Star Turn
Cory Stearns, dancer and model, will perform for the first time in New York as a principal during the ABT's Metropolitan Opera House season. His ringlets, virtuosity and elegance will be on display in a new work and the classics.
by Sylviane Gold | View Article

Shopping
Davidoff of Geneva Introduces AVO '85th' Anniversary Edition Cigar 2011

by Promenade Staff | View Article

Shopping
What's New at Center 44: Midtown Manhattan's Antiques and Modern Marketplace

by Promenade Staff | View Article

Dining
The Gracious Plaza Hotel: Where to Eat Now

by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Dining
Charlie Palmer's Own Wines
Try them at his New York restaurants...Aureole and Metrazur...or order online, of course.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Fashion
Escada for Spring and Summer: Natural Palette, Animal Prints

by Christine Tarulli | View Article

Dining
The Four Seasons Restaurant in Spring
"Changing the menu every season has been a tradition here for decades," says co-Executive Chef Pecko Zantilaveevan.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Dining
Abboccato: True Italian in the Heart of Manhattan
Abboccato, meaning "pleasing to the mouth" in Italian, features all the classic and recognizable meals and appetizers native to Italy.
by Peter Bradley | View Article

Dining
From Farm to Table: Aureole
Owner/Chef Charlie Palmer's philosophy has always focused on regional ingredients and there are many ways to enjoy that here.
by Marian Betancourt | View Article

Museums
CELEBRITY PROFILE: Joel Grey
The former Joel Katz of Cleveland, Ohio is currently double-dipping -- creatively speaking -- as a performer on Broadway in Anything Goes and a photographer with a high-profile exhibit at The Museum of the City of New York.
by Griffin Miller | View Article

Shopping
At Mackenzie-Childs, The Reign of the Court(ly) Jester

by Kaitlin Ahern | View Article

Shopping
The Whimsical World of MacKenzie-Childs
With a new spring line blooming in its flagship store in midtown, the company continues to expand one of the most unique and exciting brands in the home furnishings market.
by Kaitlin Ahern | View Article

Jewelry
Talking With Sasson Basha
The son of Aaron Basha, designer of the iconic "Baby Shoe" and "Evil Eye" collections, discusses his family's multi-generational jewelry business and its philosophy of whimsy and fun.
by Rachel Brodsky | View Article

Dining
Restaurant Interview: Jim Botsacos
Molyvos' executive chef approaches his 3-star Greek cuisine in a modern way. The result: A distinctly Greek-tasting menu that's "outside of the ordinary."
by Kristopher Carpenter | View Article

Jewelry
F.D
On the Upper East Side, Fiona Druckenmiller's treasure trove of vintage jewelry, glass, fine art and sculpture for acclaimed designers and craftsmen.
by Ruth J. Katz | View Article

Dining
Talking With Ben Pollinger
In Oceana's elegant open kitchen, the executive chef pairs his love affair with seafood and the restaurant's famed global cuisine.
by Kristopher Carpenter | View Article

Jewelry
Talking With: Yael Sonia
The New York-born jewelry designer draws inspiration from her multicultural background to create bold, playful designs meant to awaken the inner child.
by Kaitlin Ahern | View Article

Dining
Talking With Charlie Palmer
It's an invigorating life for Aureole's chef/owner.....with 13 restaurants, 4 cookbooks, 2 wine shops and even a store for table top and home ware.
by Kristopher Carpenter | View Article

Dining
Restaurant Interview: The New Chefs at The Four Seasons

by Kristopher Carpenter | View Article

Jewelry
Promenade Hotel Concierge Night at Georg Jensen

by Kristopher Carpenter | View Article

Dining
Ben Benson: Running a Classic Steakhouse, with Range
He's one of New York's best meat men and his steakhouse has everything you could want and then some.
by Kristopher Carpenter | View Article

Dining
Dining: The Restaurateurs: David Burke -- Fishtail, David Burke Townhouse

by Kristopher Carpenter | View Article

 

THIS WEEK IN THE ARTS

THEATER OPENINGS

Broadway - Harvey begins previews on 5/18 for a 6/14 opening

Potted Potter

Off-Broadway - Potted Potter opens 5/19

EXHIBITION OPENINGS

5/11-6/13 - A Year With Children 2012 at the Guggenheim Museum

PERFORMING ARTS

Through 6/10 - The NYC Ballet's Spring Season

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SHOPPING

From Yael Sonia, her unique Deco-Duo Pyramid and Cone Rings

Yael Sonia art jewelry, 922 Madison Avenue; 212.472.6488; yaelsonia.com

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For a special Mom at Reinstein/Ross:

If Madison Avenue or Soho are in your travels, stop in to see what's new. The store and workshop are always open and you can have a cappuccino and a tour. In a world of mass production – Reinstein/Ross is proud of its full commitment to  classical goldsmithing techniques and handmade jewelry. After 27 years, all of their jewelry is still hand-fabricated in our Madison Avenue location  made in the US, in New York City...... on Madison Avenue.
 
And if you haven't already, we invite you to join our Facebook community...(http://Facebook.com/ReinsteinRoss)

Reinstein Ross, 29 East 73rd Street; 212.772.1901; ReinsteinRoss.com

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The Arpeggia Collection from Debeers:

The Arpeggia Five Line Necklace, the Arpeggia Three Line Bracelet (shown top) and Arpeggia One Line Earrings; all in pink gold with round, brilliant, white diamonds. And for romantics, the new Swan Lake Collection:  the bracelet (shown), earrings and necklace are also in pink gold with a mix of pear, oval, marquise, round brilliant, briolette and baguette diamonds.

DeBeers Diamond Jewelers, 703 Fifth Avenue at 55th Street, 800-929-0889, 212-906-0001; debeers.com

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