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Your Guide to Mother’s Day in New York City Every Mother has their ideal day in mind when it comes to how they’d most enjoy celebrating their day. With some of the city’s most celebrated spa’s, restaurants, and venues offering packages and deals for an amazing price, there are plenty of ways to show the special lady in your life how much she is appreciated. Whether it’s a luxurious day full of pampering and attention, or a brunch surrounded by those who matter most, here are our suggestions to make this Mother’s Day as special as possible.   Try something different than brunch on dry land and cruise around New York City’s beautiful harbor in a lavish yacht as you take in the sights of the Manhattan skyline all around you with a special Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise. Enjoy a deluxe brunch and mimosas inside the heated, glass encased observatory deck while enjoying 360 degree views of the city. The sail around the island lasts approximately 3 hours and spans the entire city from the Upper West Side to the beautiful seaport area and the Statue of Liberty.  The tour departs from Pier 62 on the West Side, and more info can be found here.   If your mother is in need of stress relief, there is nothing like a day at the majestic and grand Guerlain Spa inside the historic Waldorf Astoria.  “Forget Her Not” is the ultimate indulgent spa package where mom’s and mom’s-to-be will be treated to a signature 50-minute Guerlain massage or facial, but, as any gift giver knows, it’s all in the delivery and this present is hand delivered to Mom as a beautifully packaged gift with a dozen long-stemmed roses from Parisian floral boutique Ode à la Rose and a box of gourmet chocolates.    Isabella’s is an Upper West Side institution that never disappoints. This Mother’s Day won’t be any different, as they’re offering a special Brunch and Dinner Menu to choose from. Mediterranean and American fare are fused in the most exciting way here, and their outdoor patio offers the best of al fresco dining Uptown Manhattan has to offer. The soft-shell crab Benedict on the brunch menu will complement the enjoyable ambiance.      The Odeon in TriBeCa is a celeb hotspot so make sure to square away your reservations asap. The classic downtown chic establishment is critically acclaimed, formerly owned by celebrity chef Keith McNally, and epitomizes the TriBeCa neighborhood. Their lemon ricotta and poppy seed pancakes are an all time favorite, as is their legendary French toast.    SD26 in Murray Hill overlooks idyllic Madison Square Park and was named one of Esquire Magazine’s Best New Restaurants of the Year when it first opened. Their Mother’s Day prix fixe offering comprises the best their menu has to offer, homemade pastas and the best of a true Italian Sunday meal like veal and lamb. We recommend the homemade fettuccine, coriander scented baby lamb ragu with fava beans and fresh mint.   We wish you a Happy Mother’s Day wherever you end up celebrating!

Your Guide to Mother’s Day in New York City

Every Mother has their ideal day in mind when it comes to how they’d most enjoy celebrating their day. With some of the city’s most celebrated spa’s, restaurants, and venues offering packages and deals for an amazing price, there are plenty of ways to show the special lady in your life how much she is appreciated. Whether it’s a luxurious day full of pampering and attention, or a brunch surrounded by those who matter most, here are our suggestions to make this Mother’s Day as special as possible.  

Try something different than brunch on dry land and cruise around New York City’s beautiful harbor in a lavish yacht as you take in the sights of the Manhattan skyline all around you with a special Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise. Enjoy a deluxe brunch and mimosas inside the heated, glass encased observatory deck while enjoying 360 degree views of the city. The sail around the island lasts approximately 3 hours and spans the entire city from the Upper West Side to the beautiful seaport area and the Statue of Liberty.  The tour departs from Pier 62 on the West Side, and more info can be found here.  

If your mother is in need of stress relief, there is nothing like a day at the majestic and grand Guerlain Spa inside the historic Waldorf Astoria.  “Forget Her Not” is the ultimate indulgent spa package where mom’s and mom’s-to-be will be treated to a signature 50-minute Guerlain massage or facial, but, as any gift giver knows, it’s all in the delivery and this present is hand delivered to Mom as a beautifully packaged gift with a dozen long-stemmed roses from Parisian floral boutique Ode à la Rose and a box of gourmet chocolates.   

Isabella’s is an Upper West Side institution that never disappoints. This Mother’s Day won’t be any different, as they’re offering a special Brunch and Dinner Menu to choose from. Mediterranean and American fare are fused in the most exciting way here, and their outdoor patio offers the best of al fresco dining Uptown Manhattan has to offer. The soft-shell crab Benedict on the brunch menu will complement the enjoyable ambiance.     

The Odeon in TriBeCa is a celeb hotspot so make sure to square away your reservations asap. The classic downtown chic establishment is critically acclaimed, formerly owned by celebrity chef Keith McNally, and epitomizes the TriBeCa neighborhood. Their lemon ricotta and poppy seed pancakes are an all time favorite, as is their legendary French toast.   

SD26 in Murray Hill overlooks idyllic Madison Square Park and was named one of Esquire Magazine’s Best New Restaurants of the Year when it first opened. Their Mother’s Day prix fixe offering comprises the best their menu has to offer, homemade pastas and the best of a true Italian Sunday meal like veal and lamb. We recommend the homemade fettuccine, coriander scented baby lamb ragu with fava beans and fresh mint.  

We wish you a Happy Mother’s Day wherever you end up celebrating!

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Your Neighborhood at a Glance: A Valentine’s Day Guide for NYC There is no city that is more romantic than New York. For Valentine’s Day, we’ve got you covered, as there are excellent date spots in every single neighborhood throughout the five boroughs, amazing hotels for an enchanting staycation, tremendous special Valentine’s Day events, and, of course, the best and most romantic restaurants in the world. Flowers are a must, but that’s easy since there are flower shops on every corner, attached to every bodega, so here’s a quick guide on how to choose the right bouquet, and here’s a way to keep the cost down if you choose to go another route for your floral arrangements. If you’re looking for some gift ideas, the city is the place to shop, here’s some sweet recommendations from NY Magazine and here are some very sentimental gift ideas from Time Out New York. No matter what, New York City makes Valentine’s Day extra special and exciting. Here we’ve hand-picked some of our favorite activities and ideas to show that special someone just how much you care: Keep it simple and intimate, go out and enjoy an extraordinary romantic dinner and then go home, snuggle on the couch and watch a romantic movie. Or for you chefs out there, prepare a sentimental home-cooked meal before your movie. Either way, your time spent together will be the focus of this night, that’s just the way it should be. If you and your significant other are into live performance, NYC is the place. How about checking out some live music? Or catching a signature theater performance? Or how about going to a sporting event and making a date out of it? This is a great way to make your date inspired and memorable. New York City has been the setting for countless iconic romantic movie moments. Why not recreate a Hollywood scene, such as Sleepless in Seattle, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, or the Seven Year Itch? There’s plenty of other options to choose from, both cliché and creative. Are you looking for love? Head to one of these bars if you’re interested in meeting someone. Or you can try out a fantastic wine bar for a more sophisticated chance meeting. There’s also always the increasing popular online dating route. And if you’ve just met someone and are looking for first date ideas, there’s plenty of great options for that. Our list aside, here’s some suggestions from three famous New Yorkers on how they’ll be spending the holiday. No matter what we do, we’ll be spending the holiday in the city that we love, and we’re beyond grateful to be a part of New York City.

Your Neighborhood at a Glance: A Valentine’s Day Guide for NYC

There is no city that is more romantic than New York. For Valentine’s Day, we’ve got you covered, as there are excellent date spots in every single neighborhood throughout the five boroughs, amazing hotels for an enchanting staycation, tremendous special Valentine’s Day events, and, of course, the best and most romantic restaurants in the world. Flowers are a must, but that’s easy since there are flower shops on every corner, attached to every bodega, so here’s a quick guide on how to choose the right bouquet, and here’s a way to keep the cost down if you choose to go another route for your floral arrangements. If you’re looking for some gift ideas, the city is the place to shop, here’s some sweet recommendations from NY Magazine and here are some very sentimental gift ideas from Time Out New York.

No matter what, New York City makes Valentine’s Day extra special and exciting. Here we’ve hand-picked some of our favorite activities and ideas to show that special someone just how much you care:

Keep it simple and intimate, go out and enjoy an extraordinary romantic dinner and then go home, snuggle on the couch and watch a romantic movie. Or for you chefs out there, prepare a sentimental home-cooked meal before your movie. Either way, your time spent together will be the focus of this night, that’s just the way it should be.

If you and your significant other are into live performance, NYC is the place. How about checking out some live music? Or catching a signature theater performance? Or how about going to a sporting event and making a date out of it? This is a great way to make your date inspired and memorable.

New York City has been the setting for countless iconic romantic movie moments. Why not recreate a Hollywood scene, such as Sleepless in Seattle, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, or the Seven Year Itch? There’s plenty of other options to choose from, both cliché and creative.

Are you looking for love? Head to one of these bars if you’re interested in meeting someone. Or you can try out a fantastic wine bar for a more sophisticated chance meeting. There’s also always the increasing popular online dating route. And if you’ve just met someone and are looking for first date ideas, there’s plenty of great options for that.

Our list aside, here’s some suggestions from three famous New Yorkers on how they’ll be spending the holiday.

No matter what we do, we’ll be spending the holiday in the city that we love, and we’re beyond grateful to be a part of New York City.

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Just in time for the most celebrated chocolate eating/gifting holiday of the year, Valentine’s Day, Chocolate Earth opened its’ doors to New Yorkers at 4pm this afternoon in DUMBO.  Owner and concept creator, Conrad Miller, has a simple goal for us “to get the most amazing chocolate to the most amazing people!”  Why do we suggest you head there?  Well, you can find rare assortments and brands from all over the world hosting over 20 different brands and 80 types of artisan and craft chocolate bars, all supporting fair trade and sustainability causes.  Foodies and those with a sweet-tooth are encouraged to think of it as a “wine store, but for chocolate.”  Now, the only question is, which type of Chocolate do we try first!   Chocolate Earth is located at The Shops at 145 Front Street, DUMBO, Brooklyn

Just in time for the most celebrated chocolate eating/gifting holiday of the year, Valentine’s Day, Chocolate Earth opened its’ doors to New Yorkers at 4pm this afternoon in DUMBO.  Owner and concept creator, Conrad Miller, has a simple goal for us “to get the most amazing chocolate to the most amazing people!”  Why do we suggest you head there?  Well, you can find rare assortments and brands from all over the world hosting over 20 different brands and 80 types of artisan and craft chocolate bars, all supporting fair trade and sustainability causes.  Foodies and those with a sweet-tooth are encouraged to think of it as a “wine store, but for chocolate.”  Now, the only question is, which type of Chocolate do we try first!  

Chocolate Earth is located at The Shops at 145 Front Street, DUMBO, Brooklyn

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A perfect way to indulge in a cold weather treat this season in New York City is at the famous Upper East Side establishment, Serendipity 3 restaurant, made pop culture famous by the feature film “Serendipity” starring Kate Beckinsale and John Cusack.  Enjoy the original and world-renowned frozen hot-chocolate.  It is just one of those things that should be on a ‘bucket list’.  

A perfect way to indulge in a cold weather treat this season in New York City is at the famous Upper East Side establishment, Serendipity 3 restaurant, made pop culture famous by the feature film “Serendipity” starring Kate Beckinsale and John Cusack.  Enjoy the original and world-renowned frozen hot-chocolate.  It is just one of those things that should be on a ‘bucket list’.  

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People with a dedicated sweet-tooth rejoice this weekend at the 14th Annual New York Chocolate Show.  The event kicked off Wednesday at the Metropolitan Pavilion with a chocolate fashion show and the inspiring theme behind this years event is Broadway musicals. Be sure to see Zac Young and Johhny Iuzzini from Bravo’s Top chef on Sunday afternoon at the event.  The show runs until Sunday, November 13 and tickets can be purchased here. (Image Courtesy: chocolateshow.com)

People with a dedicated sweet-tooth rejoice this weekend at the 14th Annual New York Chocolate Show.  The event kicked off Wednesday at the Metropolitan Pavilion with a chocolate fashion show and the inspiring theme behind this years event is Broadway musicals. Be sure to see Zac Young and Johhny Iuzzini from Bravo’s Top chef on Sunday afternoon at the event.  The show runs until Sunday, November 13 and tickets can be purchased here. (Image Courtesy: chocolateshow.com)

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