tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42441161932588348422024-03-15T21:09:47.743-04:00Travel and Food NotesTravel and food observations from an obsessive and compulsive survey of the world. Plus everything New York City.Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.comBlogger573125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-44931362421911381232023-12-25T04:15:00.007-05:002023-12-26T03:42:42.826-05:0012 Places to Celebrate New Year's Eve in and around New York City<div style="text-align: left;"><span></span><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; margin: 0in;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQrCoYwNFgZH2eikNMPj1cNahC7viRxHKefEym6Y6-4SVLRDnUdW80p9puKvdcZSGFCSSBrATaUGB8l4q67D5ozqxgfd9cFnpG9MrBOvtcIDvYGwk-uzCqxYATaN03PpHVpJJamYQ_PHI0DpKy-kotcusu9CUggHipsTfD9punHpSzMdIi0Pr3iYH7Gy4/s1024/Boqueria%20credit%20Liz%20Claymanjpg.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="684" data-original-width="1024" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQrCoYwNFgZH2eikNMPj1cNahC7viRxHKefEym6Y6-4SVLRDnUdW80p9puKvdcZSGFCSSBrATaUGB8l4q67D5ozqxgfd9cFnpG9MrBOvtcIDvYGwk-uzCqxYATaN03PpHVpJJamYQ_PHI0DpKy-kotcusu9CUggHipsTfD9punHpSzMdIi0Pr3iYH7Gy4/w640-h428/Boqueria%20credit%20Liz%20Claymanjpg.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">New Year’s celebrations in New York City can be over-the-top or serene if you’d prefer. There are so many choices that it might be hard to choose. Here are 11 of the most interesting ones still available for booking plus two outside of the city.</span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><o:p><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Restaurants and Clubs </span><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #954f72;"><a href="https://www.lamercerieny.com/" target="_blank" title="https://www.lamercerieny.com/"><b>La Mercerie</b></a><b> </b></span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Join La Mercerie in Soho for an exuberant and elegant New Year’s Eve celebration complete with live music and dancing, a cocktail party at Guild Bar and exquisite Champagne—all inspired by the raucous splendor of a 1950s French-Caribbean resort. Included on the <i>New York Times</i> “Best Restaurants of 2023” list, La Mercerie is offering a special <i>prix fixe </i><a href="https://www.lamercerieny.com/perch/resources/menus/231108lmnyemenuv6.pdf" style="color: #954f72;" target="_blank" title="https://www.lamercerieny.com/perch/resources/menus/231108lmnyemenuv6.pdf">menu</a> from Chef Marie-Aude Rose with dishes like papillote of red snapper, beef filet with green pepper sauce, and spicy chocolate truffles. Two seatings are available. Reservations via <a href="https://resy.com/cities/ny/la-mercerie-at-the-guild?date=2023-12-31&seats=2" style="color: #954f72;" target="_blank" title="https://resy.com/cities/ny/la-mercerie-at-the-guild?date=2023-12-31&seats=2">Resy</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><o:p><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #954f72;"><a href="https://lc3.shztrk.com/r/e/Ozz7WUAQYL2HG2wqA?r=https://www.loreleynyc.com/" target="_blank" title="https://lc3.shztrk.com/r/e/Ozz7WUAQYL2HG2wqA?r=https://www.loreleynyc.com/"><b>Loreley Beer Garden</b></a><b> </b></span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The New Year’s Eve Masquerade celebration at Loreley Beer Garden on the Lower East Side starts with a happy hour from 5pm - 10pm and continues with<b> </b>a<b> </b>Champagne toast at midnight for the ball drop. Masquerade masks will be provided but it’s fine to bring your own in exchange for a free drink. Instead of a <i>prix </i>fixe menu, the beer garden’s full menu will be offered <i>à la carte.</i></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><br /></i></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Guests can enjoy festive holiday drinks like <i>Boozy Bourbon Black & White Hot Chocolate </i>with toasted marshmallows, <i>Spiked Eggnog</i> with whipped cream and caramel, <i>Hot Bourbon Apple Cider</i>, <i>Peppermint Nitro Martini</i> with a candy cane, hot <i>Gluhwein, </i>winter sangria, seasonal craft beers, and hot toddies in their Winter Wonderland decked out with over-the-top holiday lights and décor both indoors and outdoors – don’t worry both are heated! <a href="https://www.loreleynyc.com/new-years-eve-masquerade-night/" style="color: #954f72;" target="_blank" title="https://lc3.shztrk.com/r/e/Lgg7XH3WkpGSnjQbE?r=https://resy.com/cities/ny/loreley-beer-garden?seats=2&date=2023-12-31">Reservations</a> are recommended but walk-ins are accepted. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWm5BCMvxyYvBFGQAHcPOWeXS4NtL6MUtq-52Eb2Rxbn0fv8Sv_wHw3MMqjJZi-9YEzi5IApaMvbhMfjYW10X7DoowKybV0EgdAgU89L76MWtXX8xCuT_347RPRr3mnxSfv7AXHo2CzG6w2UPDTeg8__zcPaAn5QTQPBOwaOAL0V6gqGSIFX2hW_rnd-4/s4032/Loreley%20Beer%20Garden%20%20Spiked%20Eggnog%20&%20Boozy%20Hot%20Chocolate%20courtesy%20Loreley%20Beer%20Garden.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWm5BCMvxyYvBFGQAHcPOWeXS4NtL6MUtq-52Eb2Rxbn0fv8Sv_wHw3MMqjJZi-9YEzi5IApaMvbhMfjYW10X7DoowKybV0EgdAgU89L76MWtXX8xCuT_347RPRr3mnxSfv7AXHo2CzG6w2UPDTeg8__zcPaAn5QTQPBOwaOAL0V6gqGSIFX2hW_rnd-4/w640-h480/Loreley%20Beer%20Garden%20%20Spiked%20Eggnog%20&%20Boozy%20Hot%20Chocolate%20courtesy%20Loreley%20Beer%20Garden.JPG" width="640" /></span></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: red;"><a href="https://9jones.com/" title="https://9jones.com/"><b>9 Jones</b></a> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sophistication reigns supreme for New Year’s Eve at West Village’s 9 Jones, a British-inspired semi-private club that blends New York City edge with refined elegance. The restaurant transforms for the evening into a Champagne and caviar lounge featuring an interactive bespoke cocktail cart in a sexy atmosphere enhanced by silent black and white movies projected onto the ceiling and the celebratory ball drop at midnight. The evening’s party and caviar-centric <i>prix fixe</i> menu paired with bubbly cocktails and Champagne can be reserved on <a href="https://resy.com/cities/ny/caviar-russe-nyc?seats=2&date=2023-12-24" style="color: #954f72;">Resy</a>.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Arm3cdfkoGdxwq-2T7M9v4oYLqu3GmHRSlA_7jUW1m1z9yaUtIJlCtmCYMX-eEyxk5aOAKhWr5wvTQDMVHDJYYf2BxZRUuG-N8583S4xjkS8n_usYzTUuUmiilPZUORCviHIz4FC1N9gvjT_TceoHtWdkhuP8Cn0wVyYC8mik16LZxRsQyYWfji2jKQ/s800/Cocktail%20Trolley%20Experience.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Arm3cdfkoGdxwq-2T7M9v4oYLqu3GmHRSlA_7jUW1m1z9yaUtIJlCtmCYMX-eEyxk5aOAKhWr5wvTQDMVHDJYYf2BxZRUuG-N8583S4xjkS8n_usYzTUuUmiilPZUORCviHIz4FC1N9gvjT_TceoHtWdkhuP8Cn0wVyYC8mik16LZxRsQyYWfji2jKQ/w480-h640/Cocktail%20Trolley%20Experience.jpeg" width="480" /></span></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.alligatorpearnyc.com/" style="color: #954f72;"><b>Alligator Pear</b></a><b><span style="background-color: #ffee94; color: #070706;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Steps from Madison Square Garden, Alligator Pear celebrates its first New Year’s bash with a premium open bar showcasing its creative, curated selection of cocktails (alcoholic/non-alcoholic), wines, fine beers and spirits. Guests are invited to attend in their finest attire for an evening of live DJ performances, libations and a glittering Champagne toast at the stroke of midnight. Chef Dominick Lee’s Louisiana-inspired menu will be available. Reservations/tickets through <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alligator-pears-new-years-eve-celebration-tickets-745656337177" style="color: #954f72;">Eventbrite</a>.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLk3f-KWnf_XyTKdNKEVLbadk-1hTlBT_ETA8DYCR0tJuLS_8B_2-vi3z8ynU3TCTMjQiPf50UQul1pKWc-3ZdL35mr8XoN_zss10T83HvtS2Tt8Q8KXFe_sOHpvtasPDuU-IEycveTu-oxMKsUvXQuTl6gveL5BMsyNeG7CiBfrvCua6Fxbk0NBZaPfo/s8214/Alligator%20Pear%20courtesy%20Alligator%20Pear.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5479" data-original-width="8214" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLk3f-KWnf_XyTKdNKEVLbadk-1hTlBT_ETA8DYCR0tJuLS_8B_2-vi3z8ynU3TCTMjQiPf50UQul1pKWc-3ZdL35mr8XoN_zss10T83HvtS2Tt8Q8KXFe_sOHpvtasPDuU-IEycveTu-oxMKsUvXQuTl6gveL5BMsyNeG7CiBfrvCua6Fxbk0NBZaPfo/w640-h426/Alligator%20Pear%20courtesy%20Alligator%20Pear.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://caviarrusse.com/pages/restaurants" style="color: #954f72;" title="https://caviarrusse.com/pages/restaurants"><b><span style="color: #0563c1;">Caviar Russe</span></b></a><b> <o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Recently awarded its 10<sup>th</sup> Michelin star in a row, the Midtown eatery is offering a decadent New Year’s Eve celebration, with various tiers depending on how you’re seeking to indulge. For an early seating in its dining room, Executive Chef Edgar Panchernikov will prepare a special <i>prix fixe</i> caviar-centric menu of seared <i>foie gras</i>, its signature Golden Egg with caviar and parmesan foam, Dover Sole in a caviar beurre blanc sauce and a canelle with caviar. Also included are 25g of its signature Gold Osetra caviar and a glass of Dom Perignon.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The second seating adds white truffle tagliatelle to ring in the New Year with special booth seating pricing available. For those seeking a more festive, lively atmosphere guests may reserve spots in its ground floor bar and lounge area where live modern jazz plays throughout the evening by Richie Nuzz and his band. A select menu with caviar and other options is available. Reservations through </span><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alligator-pears-new-years-eve-celebration-tickets-745656337177" style="color: #954f72; font-family: inherit;">Resy </a><span style="font-family: inherit;">.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIChdM-ul8OiE6PSkhYy6K3HbjSIbsSXUzQtx3KXN19lN7lAuk6YFeLQqM65aR_Irv-tQ8IRYYzbf4uwJJEsJb7DGjDTnwUtv6X2znav96LRKffv611529dGX83keWBpxdpMvPx-k1PbM7qSOGzL3-xIxE0wJ1QeuUQAlcEswmSMAblWcvvcg8tGUZfTg/s2500/Caviar%20Russe%20courtesy%20Caviar%20Russe.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2500" data-original-width="2500" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIChdM-ul8OiE6PSkhYy6K3HbjSIbsSXUzQtx3KXN19lN7lAuk6YFeLQqM65aR_Irv-tQ8IRYYzbf4uwJJEsJb7DGjDTnwUtv6X2znav96LRKffv611529dGX83keWBpxdpMvPx-k1PbM7qSOGzL3-xIxE0wJ1QeuUQAlcEswmSMAblWcvvcg8tGUZfTg/w640-h640/Caviar%20Russe%20courtesy%20Caviar%20Russe.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><br /></p><p style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://rachelvandolsen-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/2ouEDRWe3Zjop5asPd7oNljQ_TnhD2373IUdALfq_Ll5N2PVejAHbI6h6eDsI18zPgZXItl0DPJOZPhbb2ZekqmQPi0LRgf7K_YCEcxbZTGpnW1WUL4YQDJCUwGEvgw-c22Yj7_phDX15ey5V_tlSovyAfZJi_SbU9nfhqYrtjpRcqV08UGvRI2wIm8YCnlreBj0j3akLx1K9h7N6hh14YMYALiMLA8H5bo8zxk0qM1NGFqsECrPKBJWH7SE2ss1Pn3hDqZ8aBSEFPS32oCV6zKOZLIJ72mzIkdgXK3g2lAeii8PYuZzDw712u6LIlZFqHLivLUNfWz2vf7oNCov0NxQUw0oe3Mm6_wH9GmC1JswmwU0bSmXip6ivUGQoniMVszcKqYvsDg_QJ4Tu-jKLAmgyzt2EaaeWecDq6EBSMY-rUsQvT6DUXDuNnjoraUS8BcqkdYpBJvQ9EnbkYHbM7e98esN9LQpV_nVsDq05YSqAg8PiZKVV9A" style="color: #954f72;" title="https://rachelvandolsen-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/2ouEDRWe3Zjop5asPd7oNljQ_TnhD2373IUdALfq_Ll5N2PVejAHbI6h6eDsI18zPgZXItl0DPJOZPhbb2ZekqmQPi0LRgf7K_YCEcxbZTGpnW1WUL4YQDJCUwGEvgw-c22Yj7_phDX15ey5V_tlSovyAfZJi_SbU9nfhqYrtjpRcqV08UGvRI2wIm8YCnlreBj0j3akLx1K"><b>Agency of Record</b></a><span class="apple-converted-space"><b> </b></span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Located in the heart of Midtown, the swanky Midtown cocktail bar and restaurant invites you to celebrate New Year’s Eve old-style – think 1960s -- with a<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>DJ booth spinning records on vinyl<b>, </b><i>Mad Men</i><b>-</b>inspired decor, inventive drinks<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>(try the A+B test, made with blanco tequila, aged cachaca, sotol, Thai chili, lychee and lime) and<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>celebratory bites<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>from Ed Carew (standouts are the lobster cocktail and duck fat fries. Reservations through <a href="https://rachelvandolsen-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/2W-X2UFgAAjGGZV4RTJsvytxAZV-hilSAagfkYtq_jKZv2PVejAHPJBICDiyLCtrwL2rqcBstRpUckaXwN0zzo6grsyQ6YcPuVpGGCuEQDqs75scKPsodRCLiEzmg7wSix7IntsgWbPVwBftrv5HYrvbyKAulbNTWNnAtHtxyrBRl_GSlo-piqw4uknH5ZQlqvYJ2_kIxFM8jpnJKQSMxY-BqttkTWDYx" style="color: #954f72;" title="https://rachelvandolsen-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/2W-X2UFgAAjGGZV4RTJsvytxAZV-hilSAagfkYtq_jKZv2PVejAHPJBICDiyLCtrwL2rqcBstRpUckaXwN0zzo6grsyQ6YcPuVpGGCuEQDqs75scKPsodRCLiEzmg7wSix7IntsgWbPVwBftrv5HYrvbyKAulbNTWNnAtHtxyrBRl_GSlo-piqw4uknH5ZQlqvYJ2_kIxFM8">Resy</a><span class="MsoHyperlink" style="color: blue; text-decoration: underline;">.</span></span></p><p style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 255);"><u><br /></u></span></span><span class="MsoHyperlink" style="color: blue; text-decoration: underline;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKbO2aFcSmSbJ-T9rGBg0eaB9iXEczBKF4XZmalWeIVlFaR6NCZHIxlxRHgLpfba4R7oXCI9hzu3SAO_BeEG_MCnxgVFTEw-AlJcAO3eUmmTcsWmRy8D1NpYj4GYlDiUj_BX77wNOdbS7jzbhKN35zteh3TFuh7aRbPlx151mJ1cngrJZneOcdkG8k-9c/s7497/Agency%20of%20Record%20interior%20courtesy%20Agency%20of%20Record.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5000" data-original-width="7497" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKbO2aFcSmSbJ-T9rGBg0eaB9iXEczBKF4XZmalWeIVlFaR6NCZHIxlxRHgLpfba4R7oXCI9hzu3SAO_BeEG_MCnxgVFTEw-AlJcAO3eUmmTcsWmRy8D1NpYj4GYlDiUj_BX77wNOdbS7jzbhKN35zteh3TFuh7aRbPlx151mJ1cngrJZneOcdkG8k-9c/w640-h426/Agency%20of%20Record%20interior%20courtesy%20Agency%20of%20Record.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.thepierreny.com/" style="color: #954f72;"><b>The Pierre</b></a><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Pierre offers multiple options for a festive New Year’s Eve. Enjoy Big Band-style music by Antonio Ciacca and his trio in The Pierre’s iconic <b>Rotunda</b> with a midnight Champagne toast. Early seating starting at 5pm features a three-course menu. The second seating at 8:30 pm offers 5-course menu with a live performance in <b>Perrine</b> restaurant followed by dancing in the Rotunda and a midnight toast. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">A third option, KT Sullivan and the Sutton Place Trio entertain with American Songbook standards in the <b>TwoE lounge</b>. After a festive lite menu and a Taittinger toast along with a “live” large-screen ball-drop broadcast from Times Square, dancing continues into the wee hourss. Masks, hats, party favors, cow bells and noise makers will be given out as the clock strikes midnight. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><o:p><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Manhattan Hotels to Stay Over </span><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><o:p><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></o:p></p><p class="paragraph" style="margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/nyctepo-tempo-new-york-times-square/" style="color: #954f72;" target="_blank" title="https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/nyctepo-tempo-new-york-times-square/"><span class="normaltextrun"><b>Tempo by Hilton Times Square</b></span></a><span class="normaltextrun"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></p><p class="paragraph" style="margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="normaltextrun">Tempo by Hilton Times Square brings you up close and personal with the Times Square Ball Drop without needing to join the crowds outdoors. The hotel’s ritzy cocktail lounge and restaurant </span>Highball is<span class="normaltextrun"> hosting a festive New Year’s Eve. Celebration. Skip the trip home and book the hotel’s “NYE Ticket and Room” package -- the Ball Drop Rooms offer coveted birds-eye views of the Times Square Ball and the crowds just beneath. </span><span class="eop">Tickets for the party as well as the hotel stay are available </span><a href="https://www.highball.nyc/nye-celebration/" style="color: #954f72;">here</a><span class="eop">.</span></span></p><p class="paragraph" style="margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><span class="eop"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs1liCGJfBVepg0wF8k0CJ4xrmkE2YJ4_xNouQZwPEXrWtiDk75PlSNcFuMWfi3rzz5OuED6gXGHN-GaDscSgTXzSReryHmioYN1DY4rlRAEjDIJGxKrLQZj-S2OodF4Q6wkPs_dq4oaCO7pYDjuAiWNp4j3qM1y6xx9CM06jpyjDnioCzZlF9lH5SxBc/s8558/Tempo%20by%20Hilton%20Times%20Square%20Lobby%20courtesy%20Tempo%20by%20Hilton%20Times%20Square.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="7072" data-original-width="8558" height="528" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs1liCGJfBVepg0wF8k0CJ4xrmkE2YJ4_xNouQZwPEXrWtiDk75PlSNcFuMWfi3rzz5OuED6gXGHN-GaDscSgTXzSReryHmioYN1DY4rlRAEjDIJGxKrLQZj-S2OodF4Q6wkPs_dq4oaCO7pYDjuAiWNp4j3qM1y6xx9CM06jpyjDnioCzZlF9lH5SxBc/w640-h528/Tempo%20by%20Hilton%20Times%20Square%20Lobby%20courtesy%20Tempo%20by%20Hilton%20Times%20Square.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><p></p><p class="paragraph" style="margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></p><p class="xmsonormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://theknickerbocker.com/" style="color: #954f72;" title="https://theknickerbocker.com/"><b><span style="color: #0563c1;">The Knickerbocker</span></b></a><span class="MsoHyperlink" style="color: blue; text-decoration: underline;"><b><span style="color: #0563c1;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></p><p class="xmsonormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">In the heart of Times Square, only 150 feet from the Ball Drop, <span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="https://theknickerbocker.com/" style="color: #954f72;" title="https://theknickerbocker.com/"><span style="color: #0563c1;">The Knickerbocker</span></a>, is a perfect stage for viewing the New Year’s event below. Select the rooftop <a href="https://resy.com/cities/ny/venues/charlie-palmer-at-the-knick/events/silver-new-years-eve-party-tickets-2023-12-31?seats=2&date=2023-12-24" style="color: #954f72;">party package</a> or an <a href="https://theknickerbocker.reztrip.com/classic/en/offers?currency=USD&hotel_id=NYCKNI" style="color: #954f72;">overnight</a> stay following the party (included). A variety of packages are available. You can also add a Champagne welcome and midnight Dom Perignon toast, a buffet dinner at <a href="https://theknickerbocker.com/dine/charlie-palmer-nyc/" style="color: #954f72;" title="https://theknickerbocker.com/dine/charlie-palmer-nyc/"><span style="color: #0563c1;">Charlie Palmer at The Knick,</span></a><span class="apple-converted-space"> and </span>open bar at the rooftop<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="https://theknickerbocker.com/dine/st-cloud/" style="color: #954f72;" title="https://theknickerbocker.com/dine/st-cloud/"><span style="color: #0563c1;">St. Cloud</span></a><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>for entertainment, live DJ music and amazing views.</span></p><p class="xmsonormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjEroXNwTYXZ8EQSQP8WenLj9K-0Z2CS6XpSE80jlMI7MEKxd4McpKJVOJXyNSPzLfIE7-ukKz_pnWW5nNo6ZyGLdLh1ds0IqZRnJQfHAnr1RnA69hxM6LIqSr5Ht8UNC_-L7T8he-_m0hUL4_U4oybZ_e-Zmvg6XHCA96Giqe1w6C02cbwkvZxCr9KnU/s3000/Knickerbocker%20Hotel%20view%20courtesy%20Knickerbocker%20hotel%20.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="3000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjEroXNwTYXZ8EQSQP8WenLj9K-0Z2CS6XpSE80jlMI7MEKxd4McpKJVOJXyNSPzLfIE7-ukKz_pnWW5nNo6ZyGLdLh1ds0IqZRnJQfHAnr1RnA69hxM6LIqSr5Ht8UNC_-L7T8he-_m0hUL4_U4oybZ_e-Zmvg6XHCA96Giqe1w6C02cbwkvZxCr9KnU/w640-h426/Knickerbocker%20Hotel%20view%20courtesy%20Knickerbocker%20hotel%20.png" width="640" /></span></a></div><p></p><p class="xmsonormal" style="margin: 0in;"><br /></p><p style="margin: 0in; text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://arlohotels.com/nomad/" style="color: #954f72;">Arlo NoMad</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p style="margin: 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Opulence is the watchword for New Year’s at trendsetter Arlo NoMad hotel. Indulge in a night of luxury with a four-hour open bar and two dance floors covering a variety of genres of music from top 40 hits to, Afrobeats, hip hop, house music or classics. Book a table for the hotel’s exquisite dinner experience from <b>Lamalo</b> and then head up to <b>ART NoMad</b> on the rooftop for a Champagne toast while experiencing the light show on the Empire State Building at midnight. Tickets are available through <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/traditions-new-years-eve-tickets-754838441097?aff=oddtdtcreator" style="color: #954f72;">Eventbrite</a>. For table reservations, contact<span class="searchhighlight"> </span><a href="mailto:info@trulyyoursnyc.com" style="color: #954f72;" title="mailto:info@trulyyoursnyc.com"><span class="apple-converted-space"><span color="windowtext" style="text-decoration: none;">info@trulyyoursnyc.com</span></span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="margin: 0in; text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Hotels Close to New York City</span><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Looking for an escape from the city? Here are two getaways within several hours of NYC.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><o:p><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></o:p></p><p style="line-height: 14.7pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://canoeplace.com/" style="color: #954f72;"><b>Canoe Place</b></a><b> – Hampton Bays, New York</b></span></p><p style="line-height: 14.7pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b> </b></span></p>Celebrate at gorgeous Canoe Place for their first New Year's Eve bash. At the Hamptons' newest resort, the <b>Celebration Escape package </b>includes luxurious accommodations, a five-course <i>prix fixe</i> dinner for two, endless Champagne, live music featuring the Ken Fowser Trio, and an exclusive invitation to welcome 2024 in The Study with dancing and a celebratory countdown. After, enjoy your luxe room or sit by the fireplace and soak up the history of this amazing building that dates from the 1920s. Reservations <a href="https://canoeplace.com/">here</a>. <br /><br /> <p style="line-height: 14.7pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMrR5Lyah0_-nlo-AiR8Dap0ptND8ZLi7bq7acITM61g7b7fH5PtA_e3tPEm0IoM1ikL0vLQ7k6Jo3nOMJpg5l8ZpekPYEh4YITLedOkCVgBpKrBL8LL5xZjY4fLAfbUH_jPK-x2aJI0FJuCDRyiICz5vqJPcQ3k99KIJZ26VNjXZ3NO-oRBukTbK_etM/s4032/Canoe%20Place%20fireplace%20credit%20Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMrR5Lyah0_-nlo-AiR8Dap0ptND8ZLi7bq7acITM61g7b7fH5PtA_e3tPEm0IoM1ikL0vLQ7k6Jo3nOMJpg5l8ZpekPYEh4YITLedOkCVgBpKrBL8LL5xZjY4fLAfbUH_jPK-x2aJI0FJuCDRyiICz5vqJPcQ3k99KIJZ26VNjXZ3NO-oRBukTbK_etM/w640-h480/Canoe%20Place%20fireplace%20credit%20Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><p></p><p align="center" style="line-height: 14.7pt; margin: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www.urbancowboy.com/catskills/" style="color: #954f72;" title="https://www.urbancowboy.com/catskills/"><b><span style="color: #0563c1;">Urban Cowboy Lodge</span></b></a><b> – Catskills, New York</b><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ring in 2024 at the mountain lodge in the Big Indian Wilderness. Set on 68 acres in the heart of the Catskills, the 26-room boutique hotel is a world away from NYC. Enjoy a forest bath in the soaking tubs, eat and drink at the award-winning Public House restaurant, warm up in the Estonian sauna, or just relax by the roaring fire and star watch. On New Year’s Eve, the fires will be glowing, drinks will be flowing, and music will be playing. And that’s only the beginning. The evening includes a spectacular fireworks display, a tasting menu offered at multiple seatings, a Champagne toast, and a DJ for late-night dancing. Timed for both early and late risers, there’s also brunch on New Year’s Day.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJtkIzlZ2zgvdSEW75uL0uv8acBxc3Om6-kBRjqQER7VlUzPusoekyk-MB5EJTmqEfhtzaU11-DTvD_6ch2WlEBsY5eTTJDT9nE8mJlEdmOIxO2OmYuvkDvv_3Iml-ss-cv4mNrTvz2dzz_cZTntNtKsb7sD2rIV8LAb4PjjvQj9YrWya0Lca_L8qPe_4/s2048/Urban%20Cowboy%20Lodge%20courtesy%20Urban%20Cowboy%20Loge.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJtkIzlZ2zgvdSEW75uL0uv8acBxc3Om6-kBRjqQER7VlUzPusoekyk-MB5EJTmqEfhtzaU11-DTvD_6ch2WlEBsY5eTTJDT9nE8mJlEdmOIxO2OmYuvkDvv_3Iml-ss-cv4mNrTvz2dzz_cZTntNtKsb7sD2rIV8LAb4PjjvQj9YrWya0Lca_L8qPe_4/w640-h426/Urban%20Cowboy%20Lodge%20courtesy%20Urban%20Cowboy%20Loge.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><o:p></o:p></span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in;"><o:p><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></o:p></p></div><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;"><br /><br /></span><br /><p></p>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-20389703841493627422023-01-30T11:18:00.004-05:002023-01-30T11:18:55.501-05:00The British Are Coming, The British Are Coming – Get Ready to Laugh<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9f48FSYf3MdGXW_-RG2Jfmyq70BTezpxtm23J9QzQeegbGt4I66W2nT57COCXGGzBJs45g4dW_zJw0Gcenzy_fQ9wO3hpiVm7heZY_BOJbcIYxHiu9WBewAa--AsPPXWX3hSgPZvZBDL-t_K-1rgszOMp-ziCnGVEjcJVSB3n3qneOwDzgKxO5jwS/s3600/Romesh%20Ranganathan%20at%20Town%20Hall%20credit%20Anthony%20Mulcahy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="3600" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9f48FSYf3MdGXW_-RG2Jfmyq70BTezpxtm23J9QzQeegbGt4I66W2nT57COCXGGzBJs45g4dW_zJw0Gcenzy_fQ9wO3hpiVm7heZY_BOJbcIYxHiu9WBewAa--AsPPXWX3hSgPZvZBDL-t_K-1rgszOMp-ziCnGVEjcJVSB3n3qneOwDzgKxO5jwS/w640-h426/Romesh%20Ranganathan%20at%20Town%20Hall%20credit%20Anthony%20Mulcahy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />Three stellar comedians from the UK will have New York City
audiences in stitches thanks to the new “Crossing the Pond” comedy festival
taking place this winter and spring at Town Hall. The British standup stars
will take the stage in January, February and June.<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Netflix and BBC star <b>Romesh
Ranganathan</b> led off this weekend with his uproarious brand of misanthropic comedic
commentary, leaving no stone unturned. Romesh’s jibes ranged from a prepared,
yet flawlessly delivered routine to spontaneous digressions keyed off of
interactions from the audience. The title of his memoir, “Straight Outta Crawley:
The Memoirs of a Distinctly Average Human Being” hinted at what was to come in
his monologue.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYyngG-V5FWw6zR16o3Da0PF77qXDqprcDemb91zZ32_3984G8R-ZKkJ1LDytyfg9YbRraM_kmF_HeDi7MvinDIkR6QNCmgodu-daKQj1jpojtEYnw9B--Xd8idXAFLETnlEvns76MflHzi2eVIo2BEoHSiukhFiqZUGQi34R2x1ZXkCNnT4Ng4gPq/s3600/Romesh%20Ranganathan%20-%20Across%20the%20Pond%20Festival%20credit%20Anthony%20Mulcahy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="3600" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYyngG-V5FWw6zR16o3Da0PF77qXDqprcDemb91zZ32_3984G8R-ZKkJ1LDytyfg9YbRraM_kmF_HeDi7MvinDIkR6QNCmgodu-daKQj1jpojtEYnw9B--Xd8idXAFLETnlEvns76MflHzi2eVIo2BEoHSiukhFiqZUGQi34R2x1ZXkCNnT4Ng4gPq/w640-h426/Romesh%20Ranganathan%20-%20Across%20the%20Pond%20Festival%20credit%20Anthony%20Mulcahy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">No subject is taboo for Mr. Ranganathan. His Sri
Lankan-British background is fodder for a “fish out of water” dialogue,
repeatedly self-deprecating, noting his brown skin as a contrast to those he
grew up with. A discussion about bathroom hygiene was far more ribald than that
sounds – I’ll leave it to your imagination. He, at times, skewered his British
counterparts, detailing the differences between their responses and the
American reaction to his shows. As he strode across the stage, changing gears
and tempos, talking intermittently about his wife, his kids, the world, his
love of hip hop music, and his own appearance in contrast to those around him,
he would pause to seemingly take a breath, regroup, and “read” those sitting in
the front row.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Hilarious, risqué and a pure treat on an unusually balmy Saturday
night in New York City, the show was a marvel reminding us to take a look at
the pandemic that we have survived and turn it into memories that could be
tinged with laughter. It would be a pleasure to welcome Romesh back for more
comedic skewering. If you missed him in person, you can get a sense of his
brand of humor by googlinge his appearances on <i>James Corden’s Late Late Show</i> and <i>The Late Show with Stephen Colbert</i>. His standup special “The Cynic”
is available on Netflix.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjotQQnQ2nNBCSm8XWNGvrWRHF-13eEiuMQzTQzcs6WqyhX98DnysDc6Q7t5qzYLquD6Q30d_dGJy-mOstmmNwlL7ayCZOEqmrvFUluqw-bTKsNCDODDY5-GaUh8kmaRtDO_ici7XKk18xEQ_l1fAtSMcGDxzjgwfC4mzE6xgfknvJqoYV1mU66TT6U/s1800/Joanne-McNally-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1286" data-original-width="1800" height="458" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjotQQnQ2nNBCSm8XWNGvrWRHF-13eEiuMQzTQzcs6WqyhX98DnysDc6Q7t5qzYLquD6Q30d_dGJy-mOstmmNwlL7ayCZOEqmrvFUluqw-bTKsNCDODDY5-GaUh8kmaRtDO_ici7XKk18xEQ_l1fAtSMcGDxzjgwfC4mzE6xgfknvJqoYV1mU66TT6U/w640-h458/Joanne-McNally-1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">On February 3, <b>Joanne
McNally</b> brings her “Prosecco Express” routine to Town Hall. With appearances
on the BBC Festival of Funny, Comedy Central and others, the comedienne has a
brand of comedy that can only be labelled “joyously nuts.” Audiences in Ireland
and the UK also know her for her stand-up show <i>The Wine Tamer</i> presented at major venues including the London
Palladium and Vicar Street in Dublin. For more of her humor, you can list to
her podcast “My Therapist Ghosted Me.” Her shows with insightful titles such as
“Baby Hater” and “Bite Me” have been viewed on Comedy Central as well.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The final performance in the series, BAFTA-winning comedian <b>Alan Carr</b> makes his US debut on Friday,
June 2. He is known to audiences in the UK form his 16 series of Channel 4’s <i>Chatty Man</i> and has been a guest judge on
<i>RuPaul’s Drag Race UK</i>. Carr also has
a popular podcast, “Life’s a Beach” so you can have a taste of his routines
prior to the US show.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFf_AMdUBxy5rgwqAkANbeiZYY50lyPgolhqT9sp1LBActq6O-wvnYMVKNTQl28zI3waH13bzkT6TOLVoDx3342BJYHt_uP_mjQQim5BuSgG5dFn_0-rPNitW5mYZEiZDTMmkG-1tOp5NbPag0jAiNX-KFn6bXHUzc9LYbCrg5gAnL7tr8XtSRePOi/s1800/Alan-Carr-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1197" data-original-width="1800" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFf_AMdUBxy5rgwqAkANbeiZYY50lyPgolhqT9sp1LBActq6O-wvnYMVKNTQl28zI3waH13bzkT6TOLVoDx3342BJYHt_uP_mjQQim5BuSgG5dFn_0-rPNitW5mYZEiZDTMmkG-1tOp5NbPag0jAiNX-KFn6bXHUzc9LYbCrg5gAnL7tr8XtSRePOi/w640-h426/Alan-Carr-1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Tickets for all shows are available at <a href="http://www.thetownhall.org/">www.thetownhall.org</a> in Manhattan. The festival
is in conjunction with Off the Kerb Productions, representing the finest in
comedy in the UK.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><br /><p></p>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-61280287279435148012022-05-13T21:29:00.001-04:002022-05-13T21:29:43.420-04:00Fete, Drink and Shmooze In Person at the Parrish Art Museum's Annual "Two Forks & A Cork" Event
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRRZciF_XdWUf-BvFqb9m5ZE-8c1SMqYbhl_2cOpQR-3Axq1iL89WtEqpNpH2g49WxDAmjQ31wqncWAWqmaJb7OU5voLh9mniqMlD7fqPplCm95Tq5TD-cNwHUuqGhqTUiaFCBB-c6ZzSBtdg5SlWhRh4ElF3GW_tkTxI2ITU7f1GDAY18q8VVRoOR/s708/Two%20Forks%20&%20A%20Cork.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="708" data-original-width="650" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRRZciF_XdWUf-BvFqb9m5ZE-8c1SMqYbhl_2cOpQR-3Axq1iL89WtEqpNpH2g49WxDAmjQ31wqncWAWqmaJb7OU5voLh9mniqMlD7fqPplCm95Tq5TD-cNwHUuqGhqTUiaFCBB-c6ZzSBtdg5SlWhRh4ElF3GW_tkTxI2ITU7f1GDAY18q8VVRoOR/w588-h640/Two%20Forks%20&%20A%20Cork.jpg" width="588" /></a></div>On Friday, May 14 from 6–8 pm,
the Parrish Art Museum will hostTwo Forks and a Cork—an
evening of local wine and spirits tastings, <i>hors d’oeuvres</i>, live music, and gallery
exploration. The annual event is back in-person, happily welcoming art, food and spirits lovers to the striking museum. <p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7uN-8udTfDadInTc1vY5glJm4kxWoJ_1R8EXU7NJJ2TyHXwKuqwB8sMNrbGcV2yqoPYMDfu661FFCWXG7Nbe8Xfh_uO8WRNHgJT3y86B-8EAHStH6UdgumvIO5ZSoz7drSjqdGMEFbqjwE9C6xfWf1riKs6ElySX6ZHCLgz9r8sUZNYhfQ2rSOZkm/s1400/Parrish%20Art%20Museum%20credit%20enny%20Gorman.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="858" data-original-width="1400" height="392" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7uN-8udTfDadInTc1vY5glJm4kxWoJ_1R8EXU7NJJ2TyHXwKuqwB8sMNrbGcV2yqoPYMDfu661FFCWXG7Nbe8Xfh_uO8WRNHgJT3y86B-8EAHStH6UdgumvIO5ZSoz7drSjqdGMEFbqjwE9C6xfWf1riKs6ElySX6ZHCLgz9r8sUZNYhfQ2rSOZkm/w640-h392/Parrish%20Art%20Museum%20credit%20enny%20Gorman.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Parrish Art Museum and grounds<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">The event
features a selection of white, rosé, and red wines from premiere East End
vineyards along with flavored moonshine and vodka from a local craft distillery. Food tastings complement the evening with bites from local artisanal cheese shops and bakeries, caterers, renowned
chef, and popular restaurants. Admission for Two Forks and a Cork is open to
attendees 21 and older. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoIUq83YhrmwWL68V5LriAyEJjjgx7SfL6p6Ahs_GjbG7Cpmr6F0zRZN6jNV0l5-EXApmEMW14ujsAXjJwAvxdbZLcF_ThjdS0hQ4Sm3HfktgdmRTMix6DJE0zTlGcOHa-Gl7lOxE9moVwOu5PSmIB2UM3DA_8ziLz_YzAcStrIraf_oiCushA1MLf/s4496/Paumanok%20courtesy%20Paumanok.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4496" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoIUq83YhrmwWL68V5LriAyEJjjgx7SfL6p6Ahs_GjbG7Cpmr6F0zRZN6jNV0l5-EXApmEMW14ujsAXjJwAvxdbZLcF_ThjdS0hQ4Sm3HfktgdmRTMix6DJE0zTlGcOHa-Gl7lOxE9moVwOu5PSmIB2UM3DA_8ziLz_YzAcStrIraf_oiCushA1MLf/w640-h428/Paumanok%20courtesy%20Paumanok.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Paumanok<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVpppMiRVYbj8reWBYiHikFMj9ne2mzf5tkt0YBkWmyB_A8gIq4X0QEQD7A9PaUDS9Adyq81aJ7zyzcoRrYFlY-EzkXZBjLLKbCDgjD6W5JirefFLJ4MBB939bbHBBOSkafvjz0Ui0XPV_h79MIFKuwvsHuvveaH0wKNRKFhWEr1vrneDCLsdT17JT/s5924/Macari.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3949" data-original-width="5924" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVpppMiRVYbj8reWBYiHikFMj9ne2mzf5tkt0YBkWmyB_A8gIq4X0QEQD7A9PaUDS9Adyq81aJ7zyzcoRrYFlY-EzkXZBjLLKbCDgjD6W5JirefFLJ4MBB939bbHBBOSkafvjz0Ui0XPV_h79MIFKuwvsHuvveaH0wKNRKFhWEr1vrneDCLsdT17JT/w640-h426/Macari.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Macari wines<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Guests will enjoy live music throughout the evening. Participating vineyards include Channing Daughters Winery, Kontokosta
Winery, Macari Vineyards & Winery, Palmer Vineyards, Paumanok Vineyards
and RG | NY. For an extra kick, there will be;spirits from Twin Stills Moonshine. Wine and spirit producers
will be on hand to discuss their processes and products. </p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><i>Hors d’oeuvres</i>
and snacks will be provided by A La Mode, Cheese Shoppe, Chef Peter Ambrose, East
End Food Institute, Elegant Affairs Caterers, Erica’s Rugelach & Baking
Co., and Lunch Lobster Roll, all from the surrounding towns.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLMvIGiZabwa41eOIrhQfhSTnwIVB_vPsPF2mrZke0aLiEinHPbvnc2iL3gmfaPjVFeixLOAXlVsyXpuFmogHC-KWD5SuNlKEHtNwrCZE7-w_eUy6Mapnw2ksDOSFzAdw2s6egmIKErfOouvoOCTJzU2oPJ-wsa16mgc2xvkKpl6dGwb3hQnCYImM7/s415/Jasper%20Johns%20Skin%20with%20O'Hara%20Poem%20%20credit%20Jasper%20Johns%20and%20ULAE.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="274" data-original-width="415" height="422" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLMvIGiZabwa41eOIrhQfhSTnwIVB_vPsPF2mrZke0aLiEinHPbvnc2iL3gmfaPjVFeixLOAXlVsyXpuFmogHC-KWD5SuNlKEHtNwrCZE7-w_eUy6Mapnw2ksDOSFzAdw2s6egmIKErfOouvoOCTJzU2oPJ-wsa16mgc2xvkKpl6dGwb3hQnCYImM7/w640-h422/Jasper%20Johns%20Skin%20with%20O'Hara%20Poem%20%20credit%20Jasper%20Johns%20and%20ULAE.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jasper Johns print<br /></td></tr></tbody></table></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">While at the food and wine event, guests are invited to visit the
Parrish Museum’s new exhibition, A<b>n Art of Changes: Jasper Johns Prints, 1960 – 2018.</b>
An illuminating survey of the artist’s six-decade printmaking practice
with more than 90 works, the exhibit follows Johns through the years as he revises and
recycles familiar motifs: the American flag, numbers,and the alphabet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal">Proof of full
vaccination is required with mask wearing recommended when not eating or drinking.. </p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio2bbu1weu0ii_gODofrvzturIz9t2VmSttuIFeaf7MC9km_kAXsPdiXxYAmzsuUsQER5sZJ7j49fwvoKDu-KPC6UcP9LTWF0EceVaJ1C54ZHnMH9j-Y5dZ0t7S5P_uqeE0c6BTAanBzjxduzZObEoUwXIdvmesh2TSRIdrqOwJG6R9zqXx2nME5Zn/s1080/JasperJohns_UgoMulas_ParrishArtMuseum.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="864" data-original-width="1080" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio2bbu1weu0ii_gODofrvzturIz9t2VmSttuIFeaf7MC9km_kAXsPdiXxYAmzsuUsQER5sZJ7j49fwvoKDu-KPC6UcP9LTWF0EceVaJ1C54ZHnMH9j-Y5dZ0t7S5P_uqeE0c6BTAanBzjxduzZObEoUwXIdvmesh2TSRIdrqOwJG6R9zqXx2nME5Zn/w640-h512/JasperJohns_UgoMulas_ParrishArtMuseum.png" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jasper Johns print<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /> <br /></p>
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{page:WordSection1;}</style></p>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-14675240144812854052022-04-19T01:11:00.001-04:002022-04-19T02:05:56.260-04:00Electric Cars and Micro Mobility Vehicles Steal the Show at the New York International Auto Show<p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTsiXaV-Us65jAu_MzvKmsk33s_tsSOmU9s__NDWbogOmodse3RRxRaAyHdspBlzKYlieFynPkDLrPEz0WVR7VFgE1MpUq7mNxa1edALdNhGdtpDu4sBaosTjkOZNKbCZ60F7fsyp799mCBtNpvXHu_yFOxKgKsn9MIdIIp-v9BHfy9CknKAN8aAZu/s4032/VW%20ID.Buzz%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTsiXaV-Us65jAu_MzvKmsk33s_tsSOmU9s__NDWbogOmodse3RRxRaAyHdspBlzKYlieFynPkDLrPEz0WVR7VFgE1MpUq7mNxa1edALdNhGdtpDu4sBaosTjkOZNKbCZ60F7fsyp799mCBtNpvXHu_yFOxKgKsn9MIdIIp-v9BHfy9CknKAN8aAZu/w640-h480/VW%20ID.Buzz%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">All photos credit Meryl Pearlstein</td></tr></tbody></table><br />Schedule your time this week to spend at least a few hours
of the 2022 version of the <a href="http://www.autoshowny.com/">New York
International Auto Show</a> at the Javits Center. With cars, SUVs and EV driving tracks set up on
the first floor, and test areas for micro mobility vehicles (e-scooters and
e-bikes) and multiple EV test track on the lower level plus the ever-popular
outdoor Camp Jeep off-roading course, you’ll have a lot of exploring ahead of
you. Electric cars, concept cars, hybrids and exotic vehicles steal the show
this year. From now through April 24, this show is a must for any car lover. Show
hours are daily from 10am-10pm and Sunday from 10am-7pm.<div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBKiME3dhtO383ZFu6RFKtEI9NohbAZkDmXP4vpBgz0OxhINUgqO8j3TmQkGkQ4VgieMslxOmA5VPFq7Ez8Gsz8KvpF67_IQhGkdiK1Q7H4Zq4hrXTiqwvLhf-QtiFAh8Je-NXhuXUcaD6lYxOQgGsDjhwpGohod3fYa81mcf-Ph1SIz2UBoXPFgbw/s4032/VinFast%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBKiME3dhtO383ZFu6RFKtEI9NohbAZkDmXP4vpBgz0OxhINUgqO8j3TmQkGkQ4VgieMslxOmA5VPFq7Ez8Gsz8KvpF67_IQhGkdiK1Q7H4Zq4hrXTiqwvLhf-QtiFAh8Je-NXhuXUcaD6lYxOQgGsDjhwpGohod3fYa81mcf-Ph1SIz2UBoXPFgbw/w640-h480/VinFast%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgolnLmxcfXM05rp3F37x0hv2EkcVgafcUJt7FzjLeqGjdsZdY0n_yBlRZwZofaWNz8LfyGW8D3HfDaruUANpP4JlqiSkbyEzGRWv_YWxBQ_wOgpG6ReF_FYjg7VBCUu90bEREM5qo6DYf5bxFKh5w59tYT5E4bpL1jXzrbjPep6_tDIKDEWjfseFij/s4032/EV%20Test%20Track%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgolnLmxcfXM05rp3F37x0hv2EkcVgafcUJt7FzjLeqGjdsZdY0n_yBlRZwZofaWNz8LfyGW8D3HfDaruUANpP4JlqiSkbyEzGRWv_YWxBQ_wOgpG6ReF_FYjg7VBCUu90bEREM5qo6DYf5bxFKh5w59tYT5E4bpL1jXzrbjPep6_tDIKDEWjfseFij/w640-h480/EV%20Test%20Track%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Among the trends that are apparent this year:</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Electric vehicles are big news. Big ones, small ones,
crossovers. Everyone seems to have a variety of versions in popular colors like
“flat grey” and white. Among them are the new VinFast from Vietnam and new INDI
from California; the exciting EV versions of Volvo’s luxurious SUV, the XC 40
Recharge; and the expanded line of Infiniti and Lexus EVs.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCkD47ftO7mNPe5mXr62uicZflvvgiBcn5kfXpVwQTD4pCGH5s1w1-4ccvkNOrT2epcuAz0rgZVx-s7Og1NJ78UZe6lujPhk2mJ1oIkNsz8Rwbicy72Yj0Pmz_VcXIt43rysSHxVKfA_UWgFmBzHzqMsN8KGfWL3KoKWW1LMF8uCZoK-KRuQZThAZM/s4032/Mercedes%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCkD47ftO7mNPe5mXr62uicZflvvgiBcn5kfXpVwQTD4pCGH5s1w1-4ccvkNOrT2epcuAz0rgZVx-s7Og1NJ78UZe6lujPhk2mJ1oIkNsz8Rwbicy72Yj0Pmz_VcXIt43rysSHxVKfA_UWgFmBzHzqMsN8KGfWL3KoKWW1LMF8uCZoK-KRuQZThAZM/w640-h480/Mercedes%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyoTOrns7Ep9B3-IpwJPzhupCrpabzKj3lIeCz8KiVMLD-pmnWfjamGOEIFYabcLPfljihgKkV7DxcCbaQQJEj0CmI83DdwUQFR_hfN37fGr933xtZqnfSXwa8zkTBbCoTLVD63m3J7uvttolOJkTE9W0wIM1xmSW_HZ7_yYdFWkGi_hLFjtwULNIE/s4032/Volvo%20XC%2040%20Recharge%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyoTOrns7Ep9B3-IpwJPzhupCrpabzKj3lIeCz8KiVMLD-pmnWfjamGOEIFYabcLPfljihgKkV7DxcCbaQQJEj0CmI83DdwUQFR_hfN37fGr933xtZqnfSXwa8zkTBbCoTLVD63m3J7uvttolOJkTE9W0wIM1xmSW_HZ7_yYdFWkGi_hLFjtwULNIE/w640-h480/Volvo%20XC%2040%20Recharge%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal">Check out the fabulous Mustangs (including the electric
Mustang Mach-E), Camaros, Chargers and Corvettes as well. The style options seem
more exciting than ever. Perhaps it’s because we haven’t attended this car show
in two years, or maybe it’s because the designers have put more time into
introducing these stunning vehicles. Impressive.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii8zO7z1UNIobXSLhUylEbSdJlarGAmUV-JRWNr56blvnjfrh8moIAjqDOsLpWTu4WmRatRSttZT7BBJziviLAmgvhvd9bCxZ2yVQ3_NDP5ffpBYHOqTfDzmXJ4q9PCtvmV80PwdIoER9MfcBB0pkuCO9vACHtypEL7wlO46xx9IwBfjliTzXWWGnZ/s4032/Mach%201%20yellow%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii8zO7z1UNIobXSLhUylEbSdJlarGAmUV-JRWNr56blvnjfrh8moIAjqDOsLpWTu4WmRatRSttZT7BBJziviLAmgvhvd9bCxZ2yVQ3_NDP5ffpBYHOqTfDzmXJ4q9PCtvmV80PwdIoER9MfcBB0pkuCO9vACHtypEL7wlO46xx9IwBfjliTzXWWGnZ/w640-h480/Mach%201%20yellow%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAQn_FWtT6b8l2JYk4zv88Hj5rB0N7NsDZ1GGbKC6QnAJonfZho_eNJnhTXsEAx6TaudHGL1a5ZPDuMeXO6IDYVciJdA9vCw2ASOxMeIQwl27qiQLqptARhEzz0xiTeLvblmGg2HhTMT3OQQZ2HS8OdV-xblTD5OAcRJROouhvcpmWkOcwVF-4BAbS/s4032/Corvette%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAQn_FWtT6b8l2JYk4zv88Hj5rB0N7NsDZ1GGbKC6QnAJonfZho_eNJnhTXsEAx6TaudHGL1a5ZPDuMeXO6IDYVciJdA9vCw2ASOxMeIQwl27qiQLqptARhEzz0xiTeLvblmGg2HhTMT3OQQZ2HS8OdV-xblTD5OAcRJROouhvcpmWkOcwVF-4BAbS/w640-h480/Corvette%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal">In the exotics area, there’s a flat-gray Mercedes, a neon green Lamborghini and a white Bentley SUV for those of you interested in that sort of
thing. But I’d prefer the sexy navy Bentley Continental GT convertible
displayed next to it or Elvis Presley’s white 1956 Lincoln Continental, brought
to the show from its home in Memphis. In striking contrast to Volkswagen’s
playful electric take on their beloved VW Van, the ID.Buzz, the Rolls Royce SUV
sits very proper and somewhat daunting.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG5CHeeCb4vqHT4Oj6y6tq6QBYSlo8lK8YfbvZCbZNZQ99_Tn4UaI39rLzmKkaG9XkhQ11bGatlBWaIGVFd-dCITRjQMaJOXSnPfxuTe6Fb5UHNUpKHE2qp8nE5S5Jx9ZFgHXw28n4GgdcP1lF_azEKirgto3Tmj5J_wxXJLWUwAUW4s4YCC9AujhR/s4032/Lamborghini%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG5CHeeCb4vqHT4Oj6y6tq6QBYSlo8lK8YfbvZCbZNZQ99_Tn4UaI39rLzmKkaG9XkhQ11bGatlBWaIGVFd-dCITRjQMaJOXSnPfxuTe6Fb5UHNUpKHE2qp8nE5S5Jx9ZFgHXw28n4GgdcP1lF_azEKirgto3Tmj5J_wxXJLWUwAUW4s4YCC9AujhR/w640-h480/Lamborghini%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBHG3_rNmdbqNv-U7YDLqngS3-2eiQqHvlD-jGoSdbMERlSuknzfYKrNnkakIo8-CluUIMAzP5RV4McDXB7zYg2wnOUNHn8kPpo4Wb3T2eHXcXOhrxzw5mRtalXsyeud12sSxKzNlaQHLb8aKNpUlj1VTh0yJp7PO7uOmnEnROL-xPiqXwRwctGIxY/s4032/Bentley%20Continetal%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBHG3_rNmdbqNv-U7YDLqngS3-2eiQqHvlD-jGoSdbMERlSuknzfYKrNnkakIo8-CluUIMAzP5RV4McDXB7zYg2wnOUNHn8kPpo4Wb3T2eHXcXOhrxzw5mRtalXsyeud12sSxKzNlaQHLb8aKNpUlj1VTh0yJp7PO7uOmnEnROL-xPiqXwRwctGIxY/w640-h480/Bentley%20Continetal%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal">If you’re not in the market for a new car, or if you have
kids in tow, there are plenty of fun activities as well. Try out the Hyundai
racing challenge stimulator or let the kids stand on one of the smaller
e-scooters. Subaru has partnered with the National Park Service to create a video
landscape showing scenes from parks around the country.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0_56QwyNSux7taoS8fYLMKK8ibXFHtlDY872a0iNRgph2lmWYPwsCdqo_dtIq0DPTGOYx7mcbv-EwWhTpUznZPhI54WqWIaRLVYp5eBdLT1or8Sg8jHLWG4TYwHQsyZIYWeZfbYdztj5VKfz208KIgIqwnlz6ExD2swroDIMkSZuskogb_z1x5E-D/s4032/Hyundai%20Racing%20Course%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0_56QwyNSux7taoS8fYLMKK8ibXFHtlDY872a0iNRgph2lmWYPwsCdqo_dtIq0DPTGOYx7mcbv-EwWhTpUznZPhI54WqWIaRLVYp5eBdLT1or8Sg8jHLWG4TYwHQsyZIYWeZfbYdztj5VKfz208KIgIqwnlz6ExD2swroDIMkSZuskogb_z1x5E-D/w640-h480/Hyundai%20Racing%20Course%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZXQG18-_7WQLHR7xnsNlGt89Jhb2AeW-ENPewr5T_eKfIMY-vW3lHFxks3DuWYV4xQ1XxCgst0iAbAjflhtuBdKpIdbp0hyKJJJhCmyRXUd611I4ZIXDCIkNA9KoIwO-VL25WMCOv133h4rSEmNwBKyLAdgcZJp_OYFbHczIyA_tajyJqzW6tOzJi/s4032/E-bikes%20and%20e-scooters%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZXQG18-_7WQLHR7xnsNlGt89Jhb2AeW-ENPewr5T_eKfIMY-vW3lHFxks3DuWYV4xQ1XxCgst0iAbAjflhtuBdKpIdbp0hyKJJJhCmyRXUd611I4ZIXDCIkNA9KoIwO-VL25WMCOv133h4rSEmNwBKyLAdgcZJp_OYFbHczIyA_tajyJqzW6tOzJi/w480-h640/E-bikes%20and%20e-scooters%20%C2%A9Meryl%20Pearlstein.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal">Hungry? Nearby Hudson Yards has lots of choices from casual
to formal. <a href="https://www.littlespain.com/">Little Spain</a> is a food
hall with Spanish specialty stands hawking patatas bravas, churros, jamón ibérico
and more. There’s also a bar, an all-day Spanish Diner, a sit-down grill
restaurant (Leña) and the newly re-opened Mar. Conceptualized by superstar
chefs Jose Garces and Ferran Adrià, El Mercado is a colorful place for
refreshment after the car show</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p></div>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-70831798127250204012022-02-08T02:38:00.009-05:002022-02-23T00:35:00.653-05:00A Baker’s Dozen of Romantic Travel Ideas <p></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhZy2Z5iNeXr-Kyw6-IbKf3Fwqcw6X0LoAEoZJp9iyNRgAZT727HwcpkISHYGcT6kdPqVYrvDXRupdEf_MZtLi4MeiQI646d0ajRRG0QZ8cZ8aGrE78O7phvRaijDSVKyQugelwAS_LG5MAFV5ENPSqCkzbCn11Hfky5cxocfS7vzvthulRXS8Xzoh1=s11566" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8674" data-original-width="11566" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhZy2Z5iNeXr-Kyw6-IbKf3Fwqcw6X0LoAEoZJp9iyNRgAZT727HwcpkISHYGcT6kdPqVYrvDXRupdEf_MZtLi4MeiQI646d0ajRRG0QZ8cZ8aGrE78O7phvRaijDSVKyQugelwAS_LG5MAFV5ENPSqCkzbCn11Hfky5cxocfS7vzvthulRXS8Xzoh1=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />Treat your sweetheart to a well-deserved travel gift for
Valentine’s Day. Most packages don’t need to be used on Valentine’s Day, so you
gift now and book later.<o:p></o:p><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdrGfBaJk-Sz1aLvgZr3vLUxbQ8xJnSwyJMomd7yP290_28YhwFU56R_SuAWW31eP-h9RkJJbOHpyrrO4zlYd5f5cQ04vzt4rl7s9b0Jad6l2yUPlBnuMLvP6PAYaNJ1Sq42oYgJk2gZ5NLsD222Ivq7qCfyecWCPGoxwOY2CX1O7svAyydXz3Tiqi/s7177/Sandals South Coast Overwater Bungalows courtesy Sandals Resorts.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4790" data-original-width="7177" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdrGfBaJk-Sz1aLvgZr3vLUxbQ8xJnSwyJMomd7yP290_28YhwFU56R_SuAWW31eP-h9RkJJbOHpyrrO4zlYd5f5cQ04vzt4rl7s9b0Jad6l2yUPlBnuMLvP6PAYaNJ1Sq42oYgJk2gZ5NLsD222Ivq7qCfyecWCPGoxwOY2CX1O7svAyydXz3Tiqi/w640-h428/Sandals South Coast Overwater Bungalows courtesy Sandals Resorts.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sandals Resorts over-the-water bungalows</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></div><b><span style="color: #990000;"><br />An Overwater Bungalow</span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Nothing says romance like staying in an over-the-water
bungalow and for this Valentine’s Day, they’re closer than ever. In the
Caribbean, <b><a href="https://www.sandals.com/">Sandals Resorts</a></b> have added the uber-romantic accommodations to
three resorts: Sandals Royal Caribbean (Jamaica), Sandals Grande St. Lucian
(St. Lucia) and Sandals South Coast (Jamaica). The bungalows are completely
surrounded by water with a transparent glass floor. Take the see-through
experience one step further by arranging a vow renewal ceremony in a
glass-bottom chapel (offered in Sandals Grande St. Lucian and Sandals South Coast).</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7z3wmVREyFn8NvAUlMeFXwnayd7scKsWMfw7U3eurWRLW2T_ruaubWo1kBYe2sqwz16NEvBQw-AV28MKoCjkiT964nXLjANL2ZUQ8KBxKlJGhWkrHdn5dG_xz31-cXXvEsLsBN-D6oYGybIW0az73kXpnbQRgVF0zg-qUeMFp0v_5ViBlpu7LNYp7/s5965/Cinema and Dining Under The Stars (1).jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3982" data-original-width="5965" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7z3wmVREyFn8NvAUlMeFXwnayd7scKsWMfw7U3eurWRLW2T_ruaubWo1kBYe2sqwz16NEvBQw-AV28MKoCjkiT964nXLjANL2ZUQ8KBxKlJGhWkrHdn5dG_xz31-cXXvEsLsBN-D6oYGybIW0az73kXpnbQRgVF0zg-qUeMFp0v_5ViBlpu7LNYp7/w640-h428/Cinema and Dining Under The Stars (1).jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Nautilus Maldives movie night</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></div><b><span style="color: #990000;"><br />Romance on a Private
Island</span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://www.thenautilusmaldives.com/">The Nautilus Maldives</a></b> invites
you to celebrate your love on a private island with their <b>Moments of Togetherness</b> program. There are only 26 villas on the
island, and you’ll have a romantic escape that’s as secluded or as adrenaline-filled
as you like. Your entire schedule is tailored to your desires with all meals
and activities coordinated with a professional private butler. There are no
clocks, no fixed schedules. You decide what you want to do and when. Fill your
day on the water, with culinary master classes, spa treatments at The Nautilus’s
Solasta Spa or in the air in a sea plane, followed by dinner on the beach with
a screening of a movie under the night sky. You may never want to come back
after this!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirSepEYvEsiKHYtYkmxp7TFoAXD8hpcvKN8IIOw5cpW5OJj1fcN6g48TbPd-uoySQRjZDNFR5xA80c390WITm8ZNvMWp9plPLsHqtl7LDZy9zk-RIEYrCQ0k7LH4ICgfTWY9CKM1iq60uYsUmHOSL1_e8vBZZRWf5czPrxFSgMDlIr3wVqJv2iBN1w/s2880/The May Fair, A Radisson Collection Hotel, Mayfair London - One Bedroom Signature Suite - Lounge.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="2880" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirSepEYvEsiKHYtYkmxp7TFoAXD8hpcvKN8IIOw5cpW5OJj1fcN6g48TbPd-uoySQRjZDNFR5xA80c390WITm8ZNvMWp9plPLsHqtl7LDZy9zk-RIEYrCQ0k7LH4ICgfTWY9CKM1iq60uYsUmHOSL1_e8vBZZRWf5czPrxFSgMDlIr3wVqJv2iBN1w/w640-h426/The May Fair, A Radisson Collection Hotel, Mayfair London - One Bedroom Signature Suite - Lounge.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The May Fair Hotel</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></div><b><span style="color: #990000;"><br />A Retreat with a Red
Room</span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Take your love to <b><a href="https://www.visitbritain.com/us/en/england/london">London</a></b> for a
romance-filled, winter dream at the luxe <b><a href="https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-collection-london-may-fair">May
Fair Hotel</a></b> , a contemporary and historic boutique hotel. The May Fair,
A Radisson Collection Hotel sits in the fashionable Mayfair neighborhood within
walking distance of Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace and Bond Street. Ask to book
the hotel’s one-bedroom signature suite. Decked out with pops of red
throughout, the suite is where you’ll want to spend the hotel’s special <b>St. Valentine’s Week Retreat</b>, a specially
priced stay with breakfast, dinner, a rose from Maison de Fleurs, and a bottle
of chilled Moët & Chandon Champagne with strawberries. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcFWuaz2FVZtIDJUsga9CG7Sozjf29dmhuOKVUjLuNjasg-xTQh03d0-fgGn_yx8IXt-sS5WNoeQK-POmk0ufJi-VlY5UH1JytfE-wZ_YBHP_fgUthui3Rd3yGRD0RZEcu4AAJsB76k0_YihTxgkjaZCxj_2aZM-lB2s5cSyuvVc9KZgSe8pZ2Y6M5/s8400/Cornell Inn suite courtesy Cornell Inn.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="8400" data-original-width="5600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcFWuaz2FVZtIDJUsga9CG7Sozjf29dmhuOKVUjLuNjasg-xTQh03d0-fgGn_yx8IXt-sS5WNoeQK-POmk0ufJi-VlY5UH1JytfE-wZ_YBHP_fgUthui3Rd3yGRD0RZEcu4AAJsB76k0_YihTxgkjaZCxj_2aZM-lB2s5cSyuvVc9KZgSe8pZ2Y6M5/w426-h640/Cornell Inn suite courtesy Cornell Inn.jpeg" width="426" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cornell Inn</td></tr></tbody></table></div><b><span style="color: #990000;"><br />Design in the
Mountains</span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">A charming winter getaway awaits in Lenox, Massachusetts in
the beautiful <b><a href="https://berkshires.org/">Berkshire Mountains</a></b>. Originally three
standalone buildings built between 1777 and 1888, the historic <b><a href="https://www.cornellbb.com/">Cornell
Inn</a></b> is now the setting for 28 completely distinctive designer rooms,
decorated by 23 BIPOC artists. It may be snowing outside, but you’ll enjoy
cozying up indoors with a home-cooked breakfast and later with a bottle of
Champagne by the fireplace in your room (most have fireplaces) or the reception
area. After an invigorating hike outdoors or a “Gilded Age” tour of The Mount
(home of Edith Wharton) or a visit to the Norman Rockwell Museum, you can warm
up with spirits in the inn’s historic and stunningly decorated tavern.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjiE84u4JTnPogzEqEgmcVBVZ1NwE4Th8ulTMAIDXkguyGp4XmYJRp_y3ysdBb5tycrO5LiCxWcc67FGOTirKFGhmp_b-FNm_K5jmrj0O2nG0MKl__Z2xFFKjVglL5Q5s1YtytBhTwCUgCBOZZwMHnOAQP1fYwESHOe6V2AsVBdfoyTsLvjQycHGjKg=s2508" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1672" data-original-width="2508" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjiE84u4JTnPogzEqEgmcVBVZ1NwE4Th8ulTMAIDXkguyGp4XmYJRp_y3ysdBb5tycrO5LiCxWcc67FGOTirKFGhmp_b-FNm_K5jmrj0O2nG0MKl__Z2xFFKjVglL5Q5s1YtytBhTwCUgCBOZZwMHnOAQP1fYwESHOe6V2AsVBdfoyTsLvjQycHGjKg=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bridgeton House on the Delaware</td></tr></tbody></table><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;">The Romance of the
River</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">An easy drive from New York City and Philadelphia, charming <b><a href="https://www.visitbuckscounty.com/">Bucks
County, Pennsylvania</a></b> is an inviting choice for a romantic bed and
breakfast Valentine’s Day getaway. Located on the banks of the Delaware River,
the luxurious <b><a href="https://www.bridgetonhouse.com/">Bridgeton House on the Delaware</a></b> combines French country charm with American
simplicity. The B&B’s <b>River Romance
Package</b> will indulge your sweetie with a luxurious microterry robe, a gift
bag of artisan-crafted Thymes amenities, a seasonal flower bouquet in a
take-home vase, all personalized with a love note signed by you.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhqjtdjD5PBof_AkN1USfu37c3DGMrZK1GAjfDzXboJaeAO4luj1geJvznjuH-l2gB9EU43XrljnMYt713RnvXa1Pur_JQP2Vi2dJWGdZm8qgPyChjV9bJ14MW_1jcnVhUsxaAVg0CXstfgN4LaCE0YcbcL9SYPyD1JoA-pX1KXPyJSyWTalzf_riwo=s1920" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1920" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhqjtdjD5PBof_AkN1USfu37c3DGMrZK1GAjfDzXboJaeAO4luj1geJvznjuH-l2gB9EU43XrljnMYt713RnvXa1Pur_JQP2Vi2dJWGdZm8qgPyChjV9bJ14MW_1jcnVhUsxaAVg0CXstfgN4LaCE0YcbcL9SYPyD1JoA-pX1KXPyJSyWTalzf_riwo=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Biltmore Estate courtesy Explore Asheville</td></tr></tbody></table><b><span style="color: #990000;"><br />Art and the Gilded
Age</span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The magnificent <b><a href="https://www.biltmore.com/">Biltmore</a></b> in <b><a href="https://www.exploreasheville.com/" target="_blank">Asheville, North Carolina</a> </b>has a yearlong art exhibition series that will allow you to experience life as
it was during the Gilded Age. <b>The Legends
of Art & Innovation </b>program invites you to a beautiful, romantic getaway
any time this year at the 1895 Vanderbilt mansion. Book a special package to
coincide with your honey’s favorite artist, including Van Gogh (through March
5) with the immersive exhibit in Amherst at Deerpark™, Monet (from March 5 through
July 10) and finishing with works by Leonard da Vinci (through January 8,
2023). These special exhibits complement the Biltmore’s permanent collection of
treasures from George Vanderbilt.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhbrGm59lqeED37oGOnkCB1Otp9XZV1OdubbkOJcHpY_2WJ_ULJM2zvTcMHk52xF0IgJkhKAHLZZcOimjX0xapjqufyDy9sYTCLOrQbt-GW5Kc9kb90Sb2aEcaRmv-8r31YGGwwYFC2xdhep2M4C_dix5Q-adypKcZ2yMwpRGI51IQ3e-e-cpXPHpqJ=s2667" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1903" data-original-width="2667" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhbrGm59lqeED37oGOnkCB1Otp9XZV1OdubbkOJcHpY_2WJ_ULJM2zvTcMHk52xF0IgJkhKAHLZZcOimjX0xapjqufyDy9sYTCLOrQbt-GW5Kc9kb90Sb2aEcaRmv-8r31YGGwwYFC2xdhep2M4C_dix5Q-adypKcZ2yMwpRGI51IQ3e-e-cpXPHpqJ=w640-h456" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Newbury Boston</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></div><b><span style="color: #990000;"><br />Romance along the
Park</span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Newly renovated and restored, <b><a href="https://www.thenewburyboston.com/">The Newbury Boston</a></b>
sits in a landmark 1927 building, originally the city’s beloved Ritz-Carlton.
Fortunately for guests, the romance of the building has only been improved and
is sweetly priced with a <b>Winter Romance</b>
package that includes Champagne on arrival and a romantic breakfast-for-two
from Personal Dining. If you love history, you’ll be charmed by the original
cobalt blue chandeliers and other pre-war design elements which blend seamlessly
with the hotel’s new floor plan and new contemporary art collection. This is a
truly luxurious destination perfect for a couples’ getaway. You’re steps from
the Public Garden, Boston Garden and shopping along Boston’s tony Newbury Street.
Come in from the cold and cozy up at <b><a href="https://www.thenewburyboston.com/dine/street-bar" target="_blank">The
Street Bar</a></b> in front of the fireplace or in the hotel's private
library lounge with a selection of books curated by the Boston Public
Library. The restaurant’s new <b><a href="https://www.thenewburyboston.com/dine">Contessa</a></b> restaurant is a striking
design-forward mix of contemporary with tradition.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkAQKRJROxEjxpNPCMKaEsAjCbvUOW-jCmfDUv-wIWdkvL0_7cZnvtHLC7BFeO16ZvWkXKdo-tGshjiU1us2Il64DftEhWDkYqIaPg3lH_AyMUtoNwZFKGmTGiUiD2bN4Jcr7sVLI0Ow9bXPkUmLs8UYRxHyloxKWUzrZz_-IKdHyJjE0N6J4qTXUm/s4032/Bacara - BCycle Daytime Bluff Trail - 3 - 1.22.22.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkAQKRJROxEjxpNPCMKaEsAjCbvUOW-jCmfDUv-wIWdkvL0_7cZnvtHLC7BFeO16ZvWkXKdo-tGshjiU1us2Il64DftEhWDkYqIaPg3lH_AyMUtoNwZFKGmTGiUiD2bN4Jcr7sVLI0Ow9bXPkUmLs8UYRxHyloxKWUzrZz_-IKdHyJjE0N6J4qTXUm/w640-h480/Bacara - BCycle Daytime Bluff Trail - 3 - 1.22.22.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></div><b><span style="color: #990000;"><br />Fitness and Spa</span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">If the idea of a biking and tennis vacation sets the sparks
flying, book a stay at Southern California’s oceanfront <b><a href="https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/california/santa-barbara">The
Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara</a> </b>resort. Activities and relaxation
are paramount here with elevated spa treatments at <b><a href="https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/california/santa-barbara/spa">The
Ritz-Carlton Spa Bacara</a></b>, exquisite dining at <b><a href="https://www.angeloakrestaurantsb.com/">Angel Oak</a></b>,
tennis, and the new <b><a href="https://www.bcycle.com/" target="_blank">BCycle</a></b> program. The
resort’s partnership with the all-electric bicycle subsidiary of Trek Bicycle
offers guests a chance to zip along the scenic Pacific coast on a new Trek e-bikes.
After, rekindle your romance at the spa with an indulgent and healing Love Rose
Quartz Facial designed to balance the heart chakra, the center of love and
compassion.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglUMn63g4cSBTLLRqCxok5kSI9rbHLQKOWw6lKYlbJa_CZxEM9jHCkoMoZG0TqtuRafhafXo67hgFnSTqBLOOA7Do1fEFjqrd99Xpn0EW2Haxf5DqPTYvAg_4i57ESu8L9Y6LFQ67IpZEQqFaVw-dt4m_POBwxwZ5SWEXBwJr8hGzfuJsgcrLLCjgv/s5868/Pebble Beach 17 Mile Drive credit Pebble Beach Company.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3912" data-original-width="5868" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglUMn63g4cSBTLLRqCxok5kSI9rbHLQKOWw6lKYlbJa_CZxEM9jHCkoMoZG0TqtuRafhafXo67hgFnSTqBLOOA7Do1fEFjqrd99Xpn0EW2Haxf5DqPTYvAg_4i57ESu8L9Y6LFQ67IpZEQqFaVw-dt4m_POBwxwZ5SWEXBwJr8hGzfuJsgcrLLCjgv/w640-h426/Pebble Beach 17 Mile Drive credit Pebble Beach Company.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pebble Beach Resort</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></div><b><span style="color: #990000;"><br />Golf and Tennis, plus
the Open Road</span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Here’s a travel gift for a golfing couple with one partner who
doesn’t golf. While partner one plays a round on the world-famous <b><a href="https://www.pebblebeach.com/golf/pebble-beach-golf-links/">golf links</a></b>
at <b><a href="http://www.pebblebeach.com/">Pebble
Beach Resort</a></b>, partner two can test out his or her own championship
course driving a Lexus on iconic 17-Mile Drive. Both can reunite to shop and
sightsee in charming <b><a href="https://www.carmelcalifornia.com/">Carmel-by-the-Sea</a></b>, play tennis,
and relax with a well-deserved treatment at the resort’s world-class <b><a href="https://www.pebblebeach.com/the-spa-at-pebble-beach/">Spa at Pebble Beach</a></b>.
The final touch: an <i>al fresco</i> seafood
dinner overlooking the sunset at Stillwater Bar & Grill by the 18th hole at
Pebble Beach.</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj9CIC_yIn44LdGVcjQuAyPWwLQzc_Gc5OuqZyz7T3w6jyOGWxIBNkDFHNghoQ0LZdOePbXRdJvWp6OHe40X11l_d8NE77kHikcRx0UXUb4qaaO8WNPUE-_aejZwtdJTRmmXoZvVc3Sfwr1bY9sAQgxiyJh4-iiNVvCbvIZJR7XktKtldtfdv2w-loQ=s1024" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="1024" height="422" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj9CIC_yIn44LdGVcjQuAyPWwLQzc_Gc5OuqZyz7T3w6jyOGWxIBNkDFHNghoQ0LZdOePbXRdJvWp6OHe40X11l_d8NE77kHikcRx0UXUb4qaaO8WNPUE-_aejZwtdJTRmmXoZvVc3Sfwr1bY9sAQgxiyJh4-iiNVvCbvIZJR7XktKtldtfdv2w-loQ=w640-h422" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Playa Largo Resort & Spa</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;">Barefoot Romance</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">At the top of <a href="https://fla-keys.com/welcome-to-the-florida-keys/?gclid=CjwKCAiAo4OQBhBBEiwA5KWu__9xM-QcMYu_Kja-qwVMseNix_6tJp5fuYEpmtfH_NBICio-w3-T7RoCU1kQAvD_BwE"><b>the
Florida Key</b>s</a> at the beginning of the dramatic Overseas Highway, the
beachfront <a href="https://www.playalargoresort.com/"><b>Playa Largo Resort &
Spa</b></a> in Key Largo will make you feel like you’re on an island escape miles
away from any mainland. Playa Largo’s dining options complete the illusion with
a new Water Table Dining experience at <b><a href="https://www.playalargoresort.com/dining/sol-by-the-sea#contentinfo">Sol
by the Sea</a></b>. Kick off your flip flops and dip your toes in the calm bay
waters while you enjoy coastal favorites like lobster mac & cheese, island
ribs and jerk chicken under the soft glow of string lights. Time your
reservation for a front-row seat to one of the Keys’ breathtaking sunsets.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg78p9k1XK1nT2nNxjZiTz2LlukGcuM78BvxWZL1IJ6S9xXQFSSYtJsrDD4oFBIov4GJAjgIWsmNVdYi_MjoA90zlWgP9ob1asVH47YpOrMGeM7yWWWZozdsHt5sNGOLUEoOdRQDV8zu6-c_4u-szEQ2HYMc-dXYQC-CZ3Z_LAbTmVYC57-mQVCeonL/s3600/Adare_Manor credit Jack Hard.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2400" data-original-width="3600" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg78p9k1XK1nT2nNxjZiTz2LlukGcuM78BvxWZL1IJ6S9xXQFSSYtJsrDD4oFBIov4GJAjgIWsmNVdYi_MjoA90zlWgP9ob1asVH47YpOrMGeM7yWWWZozdsHt5sNGOLUEoOdRQDV8zu6-c_4u-szEQ2HYMc-dXYQC-CZ3Z_LAbTmVYC57-mQVCeonL/w640-h426/Adare_Manor credit Jack Hard.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Adare Manor</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></div><b><span style="color: #990000;"><br />Fairytale Romance</span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://www.tourismireland.com/">Ireland</a></b> welcomes you for a three-night
stay steeped in glamour and romance. Rivaling the likes of the fictitious <i>Downton Abbey</i>, Limerick’s five-star 19th-century
manor entices you even further with the <b><a href="https://www.adaremanor.com/experience/romance-celebrations/">Adare Manor
Celebration</a></b> for a holiday of country pursuits at the 840-acre estate. After
a formal welcome with a bottle of Champagne served Carson-style, you’ll enjoy
elegant breakfasts in The Gallery followed by activities like falconry,
archery, clay shooting and golf. Balance it indoors with pampering at the <b><a href="https://www.adaremanor.com/spa/">Spa
at Adare Manor</a></b> and four exceptional culinary destinations.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicYJYku3CXyGPoxs9RXJ8qmV0oHOJjnvQYvJgkZzn5k8hCtGtiJ9azGDRiO8_UEhzg31doCozp7wmCXDGPTHZp_WEzO54C3KFXyh70cH_flkrYPOVA885USW5MP-k1bEpr6ZP4COl2YplKIiwLnfDDZLAPGNPu6NSK-tu2KYSBwPWd48pbYhIbLl7R/s960/Miluna credit J Martinez Moran.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicYJYku3CXyGPoxs9RXJ8qmV0oHOJjnvQYvJgkZzn5k8hCtGtiJ9azGDRiO8_UEhzg31doCozp7wmCXDGPTHZp_WEzO54C3KFXyh70cH_flkrYPOVA885USW5MP-k1bEpr6ZP4COl2YplKIiwLnfDDZLAPGNPu6NSK-tu2KYSBwPWd48pbYhIbLl7R/w640-h360/Miluna credit J Martinez Moran.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Miluna</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></div><b><span style="color: #990000;"><br />Fly Me to the Moon</span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">You don’t have to book a space trip with Jeff Bezos or Sir Richard
Branson to see the moon close up. If you book a night in the futuristic rooms
of <b><a href="https://www.miluna.es/es">Miluna</a></b>
in remote Hormigos, <b><a href="https://www.spain.info/en/">Spain</a></b>, you’ll have a panoramic view
of the moon and the stars from the resort’s eight “bubbles.” A little over an
hour from Madrid in the province of Toledo, Miluna asks you to keep your eyes
fixed on the sky as dusk falls. You can experience the night sky in a
hydro-massage bath outside the bubble, surrounded by aromatic plants. Or create
your romantic evening indoors using the telescope to search out the mysteries
of the universe. By day, the experience includes a spa session and breakfast made
of local, organic ingredients. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfCOQNi7EPAgXJk9Z29j3bDl4nKlcmeS_YkRKwHLzkJBEwlb72aGHIYMaOQM7bhQjVSymEDro-Y57mNrWolE91gpjSeNlCy-wY4JPzTNAT7ZJ987QnxzMot3REnYxjtPw8l696lwcG6HPm89oLe27kSGlgidDPMjn2IEFw4ji9Woy2t0PXIoqC7Lre/s1400/Atlanta Helicopter courtesy Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="868" data-original-width="1400" height="396" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfCOQNi7EPAgXJk9Z29j3bDl4nKlcmeS_YkRKwHLzkJBEwlb72aGHIYMaOQM7bhQjVSymEDro-Y57mNrWolE91gpjSeNlCy-wY4JPzTNAT7ZJ987QnxzMot3REnYxjtPw8l696lwcG6HPm89oLe27kSGlgidDPMjn2IEFw4ji9Woy2t0PXIoqC7Lre/w640-h396/Atlanta Helicopter courtesy Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Atlanta Helicopter Tours</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #990000;"></span></b></div><b><span style="color: #990000;"><br />Over-the-Top City Luxury</span></b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The new <b><a href="https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/georgia/hyatt-centric-buckhead-atlanta/atlct" target="_blank">Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta</a></b> is celebrating its
first Valentine’s Day with a bucket-list package for those who prefer a city
holiday. Included in the exclusive Valentine's Day Suite package
are luxury car service to and from your deluxe hotel accommodations where
you’ll be welcomed with chocolate-covered strawberries, a bottle of Champagne and
a $100 dining credit at either of the hotel’s two restaurants, the
steakhouse-inspired Mount Royal or the rooftop Spaceman. If that isn’t enough,
you’ll fly high in a deluxe nighttime helicopter ride for two with <a href="http://atlantahelicoptertours.com/"><b>Atlanta Helicopter Tours</b></a> while a
personalized airplane banner from FlySigns shares your message of love
overhead. You have to look the part so you’ll select one item from <b><a href="https://discoveratlanta.com/">Atlanta</a></b>-based
designer Cedric Brown and arrange a session with a personal shopper to use
your $250 gift card at Lenox Square Mall. The package is so exclusive that you
have a special email address to book: <a href="mailto:ATLCT-RFP@hyatt.com" target="_blank">ATLCT-RFP@hyatt.com</a>.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv85_4aHZUtfEBcWzN_S4SDQqnKT34W_hfWJ7GIgLdzsPO2jUa0ndhYmhdKfM5auQZBm_4f_xdEgm0gFuHv1V3jXKfPtnC0lnoy0n6eK6t11hhb35kgHoC9aBK-6r9VyKu7XXj9hPjrVHai3n41RLBDJR3XUgVDs31bk_h89zuL5r2i7N_4j3lGBwa/s9504/Hyatt-Centric-Buckhead-Atlanta-Spaceman-Bar.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6336" data-original-width="9504" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv85_4aHZUtfEBcWzN_S4SDQqnKT34W_hfWJ7GIgLdzsPO2jUa0ndhYmhdKfM5auQZBm_4f_xdEgm0gFuHv1V3jXKfPtnC0lnoy0n6eK6t11hhb35kgHoC9aBK-6r9VyKu7XXj9hPjrVHai3n41RLBDJR3XUgVDs31bk_h89zuL5r2i7N_4j3lGBwa/w640-h426/Hyatt-Centric-Buckhead-Atlanta-Spaceman-Bar.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><br /><p></p>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-43425815616081948882022-02-07T19:22:00.006-05:002022-02-23T01:20:00.819-05:0017 Food and Spirits Gift Ideas to Wow Your Sweetheart on Valentine’s Day<p class="MsoNormal"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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variety of ways. Celebrate your Valentine with these 17 delicious gifts.<p></p><h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Sweets and Savories for
the Sweet</b></span></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgJlGZYbmX2xFY13M8H5-pPf_RckRmAhAGoTYKTh6yJS6M-r5yOzvqCUmGN_1hBO7BkhTSrjHoYokXFCX06CYqvLmVM4uRouV3N5blIK69-CMIO5p4YrEk394YE3kp3xh_zkwCeSQ-oM_r4f6MO6P9hdBiGrYfoJtxVKcrvcV_V-BbxF5DvW-wa3-PM=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgJlGZYbmX2xFY13M8H5-pPf_RckRmAhAGoTYKTh6yJS6M-r5yOzvqCUmGN_1hBO7BkhTSrjHoYokXFCX06CYqvLmVM4uRouV3N5blIK69-CMIO5p4YrEk394YE3kp3xh_zkwCeSQ-oM_r4f6MO6P9hdBiGrYfoJtxVKcrvcV_V-BbxF5DvW-wa3-PM=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div><br />Do you love the lemon of Sicily’s limoncello? You can give your
sweetie a beautiful gift of limoncello cookies and candies baked in New
Hampshire with candies from Italy. The Fabrizia San Valentino Grande Box is a
sunny yellow change from customary red. Each gift box is filled with limoncello
cookies, limoncello truffles with Valentine sprinkles, a limoncello lemon loaf,
Sicilian lemon drops and a personalized greeting card. The yellow tissue paper
wrapping the goods from the <a href="https://fabrizialemonbakingco.com"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Fabrizia Lemon Baking Company</b></a> is
intermingled with red crinkle paper in honor of the holiday.
<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiEcIwAVFA1IQSB4Xp7kx_-_UE0eILZ-MOK2Jd3eTlj-ShoANoNyC1YpfsVjsJiKp9BHhE5qN4f8PvSnk9HiUTCEhn8OMGoH1O3twFD3eLpb93wyH-fgEz_4jBpbMrnAxBBiBL0F1CvVzPWIvZHCsXpbgTsCTJsclqiJR4MeiVwruS2sqaQXbCVy40F=s6042" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4028" data-original-width="6042" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiEcIwAVFA1IQSB4Xp7kx_-_UE0eILZ-MOK2Jd3eTlj-ShoANoNyC1YpfsVjsJiKp9BHhE5qN4f8PvSnk9HiUTCEhn8OMGoH1O3twFD3eLpb93wyH-fgEz_4jBpbMrnAxBBiBL0F1CvVzPWIvZHCsXpbgTsCTJsclqiJR4MeiVwruS2sqaQXbCVy40F=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Speaking of the Mediterranean, if your love prefers olive
oil to wine or Champagne, the gorgeous green bottle of Extra Virgin olive oil
from Turkey’s <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GNYG7CG?maas=maas_adg_CE6C373B4C468C352288DFF3466EAC73_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas&ref=myi_title_dp"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Olizzi</b></a> is the right the ingredient for
a fabulous evening of dining, adding a taste of
green to this pink and red holiday. The premium olive oil is made from Kalamata olives and is carefully produced for a balance of fruitiness, bitterness and pungency.
<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj3nlsuv5w5vvaugcVr7-3U3CEMYZ7fkzLS-GmMSEKvneTJ0DdIJ39SxXkXpFfaJacmyX7RYisLCtuQNMEu49r9mof5-s60xVxkbyJxKs300ZyMqF6iWBpiV1ZxMc0I5YSTL9b3k99SThWHLerhxX-8_pewTXazM7Gez06UzH8m_WhoOWFTsfrMnN1Q=s960" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="960" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj3nlsuv5w5vvaugcVr7-3U3CEMYZ7fkzLS-GmMSEKvneTJ0DdIJ39SxXkXpFfaJacmyX7RYisLCtuQNMEu49r9mof5-s60xVxkbyJxKs300ZyMqF6iWBpiV1ZxMc0I5YSTL9b3k99SThWHLerhxX-8_pewTXazM7Gez06UzH8m_WhoOWFTsfrMnN1Q=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Michelin-starred <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Caviar
Russe</b> has a gift box that will wow your honey. The <a href="https://caviarrusse.com/collections/jubilant-collections" target="_blank"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Jubilant Collection</b></a> is hand-packed
with premium caviar from an exclusive small-batch farm in Europe. Including
caviar, crème fraiche and blinis, the gift box is a perfect accompaniment to a
bottle of Champagne (or vodka) on this romantic holiday.<div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt2QXHPzqLxBwhQ9kVgjChfMJ7EqfWfx_74qsi0M1vfVqJbzOhTpeg6PCpuMi-fmfNWBHMRcRH8kX5DUZ5w2yj9FNH39Md29VBpuXHXTxMIvNEcxiyPsVkTN5tMS5iaVDnAQuWyTgAZe_uDIg1l2Xe_tIRWvKYdi_F65k7CZbSXCjmUkb4AJEnGvF1/s5292/Strawberry Cheesecake.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3528" data-original-width="5292" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt2QXHPzqLxBwhQ9kVgjChfMJ7EqfWfx_74qsi0M1vfVqJbzOhTpeg6PCpuMi-fmfNWBHMRcRH8kX5DUZ5w2yj9FNH39Md29VBpuXHXTxMIvNEcxiyPsVkTN5tMS5iaVDnAQuWyTgAZe_uDIg1l2Xe_tIRWvKYdi_F65k7CZbSXCjmUkb4AJEnGvF1/w640-h426/Strawberry Cheesecake.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Move over, New York, you’ve got serious competition. <a href="http://www.cottonblues.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Cotton
Blues Cheesecakes</b></a><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b>hail from
Mississippi and are as drool-worthy as they come. These handcrafted cakes,
created from an original recipe by Executive Pasty Chef Shaun Davis at <b>Cotton
Blues</b> restaurant in Hattiesburg, call themselves “Mississippi Made-New York
Approved.” As a New Yorker who loves cheesecake, I agree. Their strawberry
cheesecake is a real knockout, with a perfect deep- red swirl for Valentine’s
Day. <p></p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh482cvWPoU0wlJG23h3jF4ZmPcICXfnFho4B7N6WMM1M-c-M-BLHxsQuO7DmQ4HEXJ8LVUC1M4rLXqr0pDvfS0vwQwBbATUZQ4KaIUG4M-GVEg1pmUK6UjN9z-YFiGUIBjep5En0dAn8fkPtyFHndDKj-Bc6I277PzjmHyXXPo62j3hP67HWLRBFI_=s2618" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2618" data-original-width="2618" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh482cvWPoU0wlJG23h3jF4ZmPcICXfnFho4B7N6WMM1M-c-M-BLHxsQuO7DmQ4HEXJ8LVUC1M4rLXqr0pDvfS0vwQwBbATUZQ4KaIUG4M-GVEg1pmUK6UjN9z-YFiGUIBjep5En0dAn8fkPtyFHndDKj-Bc6I277PzjmHyXXPo62j3hP67HWLRBFI_=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Sugar Plum</b> mixes
sweets with salty with their lovely <a href="https://www.goldbelly.com/sugar-plum/valentines-chocolate-pretzel-passion-gift-assortment?ref=merchant"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Valentine’s Chocolate Pretzel Passion Gift
Assortment</b></a>. Chocolate-covered pretzels are dressed up for Valentine’s
Day with pink, white and red nonpareils, candy hearts, and festive sprinkles. The
colorful assortment also includes chocolate-dipped logs covered in chocolate
candy pieces and chocolate sandwich cookie logs.
</p><h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Chocolates</b></span>
</h3><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgYo-akgGOfh1Ei-Do3aDtcz9noeMiAy9Xq5r1U306Zodl-ZXmAki4vo6LWU_Uc6B_ffu0VemFJtCvwHWzfdowNRi2KWX8HU9yWahrDGJTzRopMZdawMVRZGGHs9ZZ3wHIkLzJdKw0PQz9yLuT5SJFkrD7z1bbJ14YWVYiagGFe60C_M_0pDiYDcJ2k=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1563" data-original-width="2048" height="488" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgYo-akgGOfh1Ei-Do3aDtcz9noeMiAy9Xq5r1U306Zodl-ZXmAki4vo6LWU_Uc6B_ffu0VemFJtCvwHWzfdowNRi2KWX8HU9yWahrDGJTzRopMZdawMVRZGGHs9ZZ3wHIkLzJdKw0PQz9yLuT5SJFkrD7z1bbJ14YWVYiagGFe60C_M_0pDiYDcJ2k=w640-h488" width="640" /></a></div><br />I’d be remiss if I didn’t talk about flowers for Valentine’s
Day. But, for something exciting, I suggest <b><a href="https://www.hilliardscandy.com/">Hilliards</a></b> bouquet of chocolate roses
along with an assortment of beautiful truffles presented in a gorgeous keepsake
wooden box. The truffles come in intoxicating flavors including <span face=""Candara","sans-serif"" style="border: 1pt none windowtext; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">strawberry Champagne, Kahlua,
Grand Marnier, Irish Cream, Amaretto and classic Chocolate. </span>
<p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Another beautiful Valentine’s Day collection, <a href="https://mariebelle.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">MarieBelle
Chocolates’</b></a> Valentine Truffle Box includes a collection of ganaches,
each artfully decorated with a Valentine’s Day design that tells a beautiful
love story. The European-style truffles are available in dark chocolate, matcha
and Champagne flavors. The packaging is designed by renowned fashion
illustrator Izak Zenou.
</p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.dissetchocolate.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSVBe6S94QEM8lZ8U5THfp3OLhrvMzPYtS4nr5c-vVDDUuzWN-V4jqqbEfY3bIbvj3M6oqWZzJK_4MH85ekm5y1zp48RVA4bSaJiis15E2WMsXLsYwynI5-gHg3pj8GMtTW_yblucURpeuInGRnEDpOFT9cosKaXLH1WT56gEwGPvxoUhjJw5delca=s3984" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2656" data-original-width="3984" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSVBe6S94QEM8lZ8U5THfp3OLhrvMzPYtS4nr5c-vVDDUuzWN-V4jqqbEfY3bIbvj3M6oqWZzJK_4MH85ekm5y1zp48RVA4bSaJiis15E2WMsXLsYwynI5-gHg3pj8GMtTW_yblucURpeuInGRnEDpOFT9cosKaXLH1WT56gEwGPvxoUhjJw5delca=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></b></div><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><br /><a href="https://www.dissetchocolate.com/" target="_blank">Disset Chocolates</a></b> on Long Island’s
North Fork celebrates the passion of Valentine’s Day with a Valentine’s Day
Love Box, a gorgeous 12-piece bonbon assortment featuring hearts, squares and round chocolates in the unusual flavors
that have earned the company adoring fans since its launch in 2020. Pandemic be
damned, this company has proven its appeal by opening an atelier as well. Until
you can schedule a visit to the shop for an in-person tasting, you can share
these flavors at home to celebrate the holiday: red wine reduction with a
pomegranate caramel, cranberry pate de fruit, salted caramel in a dark chocolate
shell, dark chocolate, coconut macaroon and roasted walnut praline.
<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg9mn5LEfZ4gaUV6e9Zyg6-vTaqK85EaEIyhkly1zw8q8V9bqg-0mfxV8XTXTI51sRbHzGRBfF8I9_e47hELA6S4tfiTw2d5xo_TCQAT_qor_9uP06l3YL3cCga4WF1_pB9-AFQdQP5WK9a84gXJNzH1rWGGGKAriE4bvdTVjN0citDAi2WZVMuY2xj=s3000" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="3000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg9mn5LEfZ4gaUV6e9Zyg6-vTaqK85EaEIyhkly1zw8q8V9bqg-0mfxV8XTXTI51sRbHzGRBfF8I9_e47hELA6S4tfiTw2d5xo_TCQAT_qor_9uP06l3YL3cCga4WF1_pB9-AFQdQP5WK9a84gXJNzH1rWGGGKAriE4bvdTVjN0citDAi2WZVMuY2xj=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><br />A delicious change for your favorite chocoholic, handmade
terrapins by <a href="KohlerChocolates.com"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Kohler Original Recipe Chocolates</b></a> are meticulously handcrafted,
adorned and assembled in Kohler, Wisconsin. The company’s distinctive
confection is made with silky layers of caramel and chocolate.
<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.bixbychocolate.com"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Bixby Chocolate</b></a> from Maine will delight your sweetheart with
chocolate bonbons, chocolate hearts, and even peanut butter-chocolate lobster
claws. While all are delicious, the chocolate hearts are the standouts for Valentine’s
Day, made with a mix of Bixby's signature milk, dark and white chocolates. Order
the lobster claws, too, for an after-dinner surprise.
</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiXFoYTF-lxtrFaxE6-OX7mxCQPnivh_CmdCbt22MIDfkEsruvzceqCleYbdpCntPrUEXZMIKICbjhhM-hcyQQ2gQYbncMzzVrnbs98BL8U_y3-yTCAcUMzzKY2ev-B7AmHjSJ0R0nOhQlLfaTsq-eUaU-01QAud-YH068-UmZrbVloHkCPHaJBagMs=s939" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="939" data-original-width="826" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiXFoYTF-lxtrFaxE6-OX7mxCQPnivh_CmdCbt22MIDfkEsruvzceqCleYbdpCntPrUEXZMIKICbjhhM-hcyQQ2gQYbncMzzVrnbs98BL8U_y3-yTCAcUMzzKY2ev-B7AmHjSJ0R0nOhQlLfaTsq-eUaU-01QAud-YH068-UmZrbVloHkCPHaJBagMs=w562-h640" width="562" /></a></div><br />Pink and red are the timeless colors of Valentines Day and
they come together in a gorgeous gift of chocolate and Champagne. Napa Valley’s<a href="https://www.domainecarneros.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">
Domaine Carneros</b></a> has a sparkly gift for your sweetie. Their award-winning 2017 pink Brut Rosé pairs beautifully with a red tin heart of world-class <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Neuhaus chocolates, </b>a special treat
only available on Valentine’s Day.
<p></p><h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Spirits, Wine and
More</b></span>
</h3><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhpDJOUUZPWJNQAM8DGZX5mvjXqkTd8E0OKPBxNhR-JwHbgdmlkScOxvWyPglgJLMTuFcls53d6n4of6NUHymBvX1eSBIrEBKwCI3QYkuQUqpqYBXPa3kUznIKKddJWy-UI69TqcKmkfZ1fFfXohf4Q7IZWudKsWJyYZv8SPK4MJBKOXTtmlhW2Tes_=s1926" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1296" data-original-width="1926" height="430" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhpDJOUUZPWJNQAM8DGZX5mvjXqkTd8E0OKPBxNhR-JwHbgdmlkScOxvWyPglgJLMTuFcls53d6n4of6NUHymBvX1eSBIrEBKwCI3QYkuQUqpqYBXPa3kUznIKKddJWy-UI69TqcKmkfZ1fFfXohf4Q7IZWudKsWJyYZv8SPK4MJBKOXTtmlhW2Tes_=w640-h430" width="640" /></a></div><br />A spirit that you’ll want to display on your credenza or bar
cart, luxury tequila <a href="https://patschtequila.com"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Patsch</b></a> harvests 100% organic Jalisco agave to make small-batch,
pure blanco, reposado, añejo and extra añejo tequilas. Full or empty, the beautiful
bottles can hold their own in any display of art glass. <p></p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhq74bPYRXBOtG4k9yNewpl_NwvVkBObbIDAtnzRisSWfJXUfJl53lGzuBgGOpKx9fWP36j2r_8x2J6fDW_tjKMDm_LYUlJfe9xSAyBLKz_PqaofLF_ac9NsKhq18biNIt1qbithrDLBIUHpmATwP8unyxS9_ucK_r6KKEXARIQQ9d0VO5Mga5pXVZT=s5018" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5018" data-original-width="3903" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhq74bPYRXBOtG4k9yNewpl_NwvVkBObbIDAtnzRisSWfJXUfJl53lGzuBgGOpKx9fWP36j2r_8x2J6fDW_tjKMDm_LYUlJfe9xSAyBLKz_PqaofLF_ac9NsKhq18biNIt1qbithrDLBIUHpmATwP8unyxS9_ucK_r6KKEXARIQQ9d0VO5Mga5pXVZT=w498-h640" width="498" /></a></div><br />Small-batch family-owned and operated distillery Hanson has the
perfect holiday pair. The<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="https://store.hansonofsonoma.com/product/Vodka-and-Caviar"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Hanson Vodka Martini and Caviar Set</b></a>
includes Regiis Ova caviar and a mother of pearl spoon from Thomas Keller’s
Yountville caviar and Champagne lounge, Hanson Original Vodka from Sonoma, two
engraved Hanson coupe glasses, a bottle of Castelvetrano olives, and a recipe
to make a perfect martini.
<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjKBp8MojFTAi-eRV0kMhDTto2MyjFZXnQOg1LKiHiOsObhOrw4dFX7wGhkNSu9bUHCOz65H8RMsZZP-AAnYNRKPqU6kA_hYJsqKjDXxkkTUsm3Ec-IYasnYrh9zHoJMNRO1BPWu2E4-A7DfkLaAQa-itNRjLnG0ZHgLCL275QQbvKR13IpfgcHy9c7=s1000" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjKBp8MojFTAi-eRV0kMhDTto2MyjFZXnQOg1LKiHiOsObhOrw4dFX7wGhkNSu9bUHCOz65H8RMsZZP-AAnYNRKPqU6kA_hYJsqKjDXxkkTUsm3Ec-IYasnYrh9zHoJMNRO1BPWu2E4-A7DfkLaAQa-itNRjLnG0ZHgLCL275QQbvKR13IpfgcHy9c7=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><br />Send your Valentine a love letter this year inspired by the elegance of the
signature red wax seal and classic script on <a href="https://belleglos.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Belle Glos Wines</b></a>. The
limited-edition Belle Glos <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">love letter
kit</b>, created<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b>in collaboration
with Dempsey & Carroll stationers, hopes to bring back the long-lost art of
love letter writing. The bespoke kit features custom Belle Glos stationery, a
custom pen, wax in classic Belle Glos red, and a custom wax stamper, all in an
elegant Dempsey & Carroll navy box. The set comes with your choice of three
Belle Glos Wines. <p></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgw_TXN7gVLf1VjCDzyadSmzb_QghnunxXdMDA1rMa0-6ePtbi7gzVxJa45S_vMBsa5khp6I6q54mUsUc3J829qL_txfq4tEPsq9nnBfkJ3RrkP9Ad7nEGn6d9mdT6xIVOsWIeYO9t5FbvcraTXjDnD5b-3ItwyNy_B3YIcI9ry4qhEuqxD1IWGoBk8=s1600" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="500" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgw_TXN7gVLf1VjCDzyadSmzb_QghnunxXdMDA1rMa0-6ePtbi7gzVxJa45S_vMBsa5khp6I6q54mUsUc3J829qL_txfq4tEPsq9nnBfkJ3RrkP9Ad7nEGn6d9mdT6xIVOsWIeYO9t5FbvcraTXjDnD5b-3ItwyNy_B3YIcI9ry4qhEuqxD1IWGoBk8=w200-h640" width="200" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><a href="https://www.garyfarrellwinery.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Gary Farrell Winery</b></a> has a lovely gift for a wine lover, a 2018
Pinot Noir from <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Hallberg Vineyard.</b> The
Russian River vineyard’s 2018 expression is a fruit-forward yet spicy
accompaniment to any Valentine’s Day celebration, with juicy boysenberry, plum
and pomegranate aromas. </p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZ0BU2yB1HYYWbbWL3rfU60gnAOre2rEmch10LLAkVrq297KsDs4JmC9CzS771eGF7rXVZOUQgI8afs5b41HU7pcsFiq1eYHI9KF71bIRCQh88lxAyLLtrwNN7xrvWpq2aO_-TsMg3DxPaBLsKEwy4tI9gnXSWA821e_3ssmEyN3Su5OLdB5cgcNAM=s1274" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1052" data-original-width="1274" height="528" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZ0BU2yB1HYYWbbWL3rfU60gnAOre2rEmch10LLAkVrq297KsDs4JmC9CzS771eGF7rXVZOUQgI8afs5b41HU7pcsFiq1eYHI9KF71bIRCQh88lxAyLLtrwNN7xrvWpq2aO_-TsMg3DxPaBLsKEwy4tI9gnXSWA821e_3ssmEyN3Su5OLdB5cgcNAM=w640-h528" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p class="MsoNormal">Instead of a single bottle of wine, gift your sweetheart a
wine tour around the world to last the year with the <a href="https://exoticwine.club/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Exotic
Wine Club</b></a>. Monthly wine shipments will surprise your sweetie with
vintages from unusual wine destinations like Portugal, Uruguay, Hungry and
Moldova. Each shipment includes four sommelier-selected bottles along with
master classes and e-books from somms from each region.
</p><h3 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The Maine Event</b></span>
</h3><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjdJyI6nOh5GT4-IM65pGso4i1KIPmBFNA6wcvobRcYlaHX_Sa1wjkcaTPK2tNzTbO4n2P30KNpu4kFSd24c9wTEhBS_UFrUJvtB25wpa8ItKOoztJSQNsYsrSt5xPEQClzk9c2MN-KY17j3_Y2kHYcSNt755Gw0ZQFc1KFdhc7wlQz7wJl8ijLCMn1=s1000" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="1000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjdJyI6nOh5GT4-IM65pGso4i1KIPmBFNA6wcvobRcYlaHX_Sa1wjkcaTPK2tNzTbO4n2P30KNpu4kFSd24c9wTEhBS_UFrUJvtB25wpa8ItKOoztJSQNsYsrSt5xPEQClzk9c2MN-KY17j3_Y2kHYcSNt755Gw0ZQFc1KFdhc7wlQz7wJl8ijLCMn1=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />Give your favorite homesick New Englander a Valentine gift
they will long remember. <a href="https://lobsteranywhere.com/shop/rockport-romance/" target="_blank"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Rockport Romance</b></a> from<b> <a href="https://lobsteranywhere.com/" target="_blank">Lobster Anywhere</a></b> encapsulates
the romance of the Maine coastline with a lobster dinner for two. Shipped
overnight for a complete dinner at home, the well-iced package comes with steel
crackers and small forks wrapped in red and white checkered napkins for easy
eating. The package includes two 1 1/2 pound live Maine lobsters, clam chowder,
and for a sweet finish to your feast, another New England treat, Harbor Sweets
handmade chocolates from Salem, Massachusetts.
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</div>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-53109454388751964552022-01-21T01:39:00.008-05:002022-02-22T03:54:10.230-05:00Travel and Beverage Options to Help You Enjoy Dry January (and Maybe Even Beyond)<p><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEju09jWJTs-cYZntn9H3yuE5k_2Fpjcdk7X7EWhF1otO_Z-6LqtQUg7evBc3AbbACBU3NjOoi2LpC8SP0gyRAFQB4sRNLiDtKTSzhmDxmMLXGEY5vTtYoxZLP4pHVKM91vSA7jXYxPKeEFW7ViUtbjWbDd4DWM7S8th9tfPBuPv4MUtbvOZAsgjVg9D=s2016" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2016" data-original-width="1512" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEju09jWJTs-cYZntn9H3yuE5k_2Fpjcdk7X7EWhF1otO_Z-6LqtQUg7evBc3AbbACBU3NjOoi2LpC8SP0gyRAFQB4sRNLiDtKTSzhmDxmMLXGEY5vTtYoxZLP4pHVKM91vSA7jXYxPKeEFW7ViUtbjWbDd4DWM7S8th9tfPBuPv4MUtbvOZAsgjVg9D=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>How many of us make a resolution each year to eat healthier,
drink less and get into better shape? It’s that time when we need to reverse the
indulgences of the holiday season and our pandemic binges. Some add vegan
eating to this clean-up effort, but I’d suggest that you focus first on one of
our guiltiest pleasures, drinking. In this case, the concept is Dry January to reinvigorate
a healthy lifestyle for a month by abstaining from alcohol. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And, frankly, if it works for you, there’s no
reason not to make at least some version of this a permanent part of every
month going forward.<o:p></o:p><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">You won’t be alone. According to the <i>New York Post</i>, 17% of Americans are going booze-free this free, up
from 9% last year. I guess we’ve all had a pretty rough year or two.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">To kickstart this “new you” process, I’ve put together some suggestions
that will fill in the blanks with taste and variety leading to the
psychological and physical rewards you’ll experience after you complete your foray
into clean living. You may not know it, but if you’ve turned into a pandemic
insomniac, this might actually be your ticket to a better night’s sleep and
better-looking skin!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">Booze-free Bars and Mocktails</span></b></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal">Bars throughout the US are jumping on the wellness bandwagon
(not just for Dry January), tuning into our desire to scale back.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj0z70p5vsNrjbz63L92Grw2fwNYPI2nHu583F0MPy80VXMdsuFHtJ33qskZmRDZ9alsUhiBDmVChCjR-aAOJzN3aSeOqRF4o0t_1zbyqbVKQqRv4uuVbeRIVtG4wsbyXl9urkVqUoUnqkW8Ma72J_SwdfrgFisdjfX6soaINyfb6i3gcizZVBbpUk0=s1440" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj0z70p5vsNrjbz63L92Grw2fwNYPI2nHu583F0MPy80VXMdsuFHtJ33qskZmRDZ9alsUhiBDmVChCjR-aAOJzN3aSeOqRF4o0t_1zbyqbVKQqRv4uuVbeRIVtG4wsbyXl9urkVqUoUnqkW8Ma72J_SwdfrgFisdjfX6soaINyfb6i3gcizZVBbpUk0=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://thenixer.com/" target="_blank"><b>The Nixer (so)bar</b> </a>is a new
pop-up dry bar in <b>Phoenix</b> that
offers only non-alcoholic beverages. Non-alcohol spirits like Kentucky 74, <a href="https://www.ritualzeroproof.com/">Ritual Gin Alternative</a>, <a href="https://amass.com/products/riverine">Amass Riverine</a>, <a href="https://drinkghia.com/">Ghia</a>, <a href="http://aplos.world/" target="_blank" title="http://aplos.world/">Aplos</a> and <a href="http://www.bonbuz.com/" target="_blank" title="http://www.bonbuz.com/">Bonbuz</a>
are used in all craft cocktails, providing adaptogens and nootropics that give
you a buzz of sorts without any booze. (Adaptogens are components of
herbal medicines said to help the body deal with mood support and stress
release while nootropics are “smart” drugs that claim to improve mental
performance).</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Jacksonville, Florida</b>
has two AF (alcohol-free) bars. <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/wildcraftersjax/">Wildcrafters</a></b> is a 100%
booze-free serving craft mocktails, teas and kava, a plant-based root extract. Kava
also features at <a href="https://greenturtlekava.co/" target="_blank"><b>Green Turtle Kava Bar,</b></a> which serves elaborate tropical concoctions in Instagrammable
coconut shells. For other worthy
substitutes for alcohol, <b><a href="https://www.pratiitalia.com/">Prati Italia</a></b> and <b><a href="https://www.posting.house/">Posting
House</a></b> focus on homemade sodas infusing flavors of orange, cinnamon and
vanilla. <b><a href="https://www.kaninesocial.com/">Kanine Social</a></b> welcomes dog owners
with a zero-alcohol menu of cold brew on tap, kombucha and CBD water.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgcg0voFNlkuwZG2fC57hzp_Vt8IuYJYewVGVGVgiwkdZFKeF-oPX3ceYdnOgwUkHlqpFLIpXFCGdEDXtISyNgeYghkAFFsugpeRjGR4OLfUlWzjlVASq-vo5zPZitbTg4g6Jah8JdEHlp0CAaevn5GI9K6M9GwlH9orFWKs7Ko-00rlcdU7_srg-g8=s2811" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2811" data-original-width="2250" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgcg0voFNlkuwZG2fC57hzp_Vt8IuYJYewVGVGVgiwkdZFKeF-oPX3ceYdnOgwUkHlqpFLIpXFCGdEDXtISyNgeYghkAFFsugpeRjGR4OLfUlWzjlVASq-vo5zPZitbTg4g6Jah8JdEHlp0CAaevn5GI9K6M9GwlH9orFWKs7Ko-00rlcdU7_srg-g8=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>North Carolina</b> encourages
a dry January at <b><a href="https://www.gingerfoxbeverage.com/">Ginger Fox</a></b>, a cocktail bar
teamed up with Village Juice Company to create fresh and sustainable mocktails
in downtown Winston-Salem. In Greensboro, <b><a href="https://www.dramanddraught.com/greensboro/">Dram and Drought</a></b>
serves up creative mocktails featuring non-alcohol botanical and herb-filled <a href="https://www.seedlipdrinks.com/">Seedlip</a>, including the Princess Peach
and Shooting Blanks. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://burntchurchdistillery.com/">Burnt Church Distillery</a></b> in <b>Bluffton, SC</b> has created its own
non-alcoholic spirit Amethyst, which is distilled and blended with fruits and
botanicals giving the same mouthfeel as a full-bodied spirit. Pair a bite or
two with their Amey Sour, made with Amethyst lemon cucumber serrano, lemon
juice, simple syrup and egg white. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon – it’s as
pretty as it is healthy.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Louisiana</b> joins
the rush to include shrubs, either plain or in mocktail. At <b><a href="http://bywateramericanbistro.com/">Bywater
American Bistro</a> </b>in <b>New Orleans</b>,
Chef Nina Compton serves up the We Want a Shrubbery!, featuring a
blueberry-blood orange shrub, sparkling soda and an orange garnish, and named
for one of the funniest scenes in <i>Spamalot</i>. Mister Mao, a New Orleans
restaurant with an “inauthentic” global focus, has created Hibiscus Masala
Lemonade, a pretty red refresher made with hibiscus tea, chaat masala, fresh
lime and house-made ginger syrup, garnished with marigolds. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">I’ve always found that an alcohol-free Virgin Mary or, as
some call it, a Bloody Shame tastes pretty darn good given all its pickled
vegetable, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce and peppery ingredients. For a
perfect Bloody that seems more like a meal than a beverage, ask the mixologists
at the <a href="https://destinationkohler.com/dining/dining-locations-list-page/blackwolf-run-restaurant"><b>Blackwolf Run</b> </a> at the <b><a href="https://www.destinationkohler.com/lodging/the-american-club">American
Club</a></b> in <b>Kohler, Wisconsin</b> to
leave out the vodka in their Milwaukee-inspired version. With the spicy tomato
juice base, cheese curds, jerky, pickle, bacon, olive and variety of other
crazy garnishes that distinguish it, it you probably won’t miss the booze.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhf5ML41nZz1k0Uqby8IMEYH1oMn4xIgqgzDFKSIwBQWiyrlE-oNd3dmUGrlYw_ZXnzOvl_bfeegGyZ6qr6OwFj5L2HJ6j4-vskaE2_P_MoRURoefBwgJXeV-HF6JqAh9QDqdPZYZbggd48etmUz3_t6veIWQMnavwXagbxKqt8EsxuDwxXC-3jHhpR=s3547" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3547" data-original-width="2115" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhf5ML41nZz1k0Uqby8IMEYH1oMn4xIgqgzDFKSIwBQWiyrlE-oNd3dmUGrlYw_ZXnzOvl_bfeegGyZ6qr6OwFj5L2HJ6j4-vskaE2_P_MoRURoefBwgJXeV-HF6JqAh9QDqdPZYZbggd48etmUz3_t6veIWQMnavwXagbxKqt8EsxuDwxXC-3jHhpR=w382-h640" width="382" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>New York City</b>
invites you to dabble in innovative drink and flavor combinations. <b>Brooklyn’s</b> <b><a href="https://www.bohemienbar.com/" title="https://www.bohemienbar.com/">Bohemien Bar</a></b> expands their
cocktail offerings this month with a curated N/A cocktail menu. The Welcome to
Paradise blends fennel juice and pomegranate molasses. Using a base of Ritual
Tequila, The Roselle adds bitter orange cordial, lime, and hibiscus to
create a margarita-like alternative.</p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For a wintry cocktail at home, you can create your own
bourbon-ish drink with the popular <b>Kentucky</b>-made AF spirit, <a href="https://spiritless.com/products/kentucky-74" title="https://spiritless.com/products/kentucky-74">Spiritless Kentucky 74</a>,
enjoying the caramel, vanilla and oak flavors on the rocks, or combined with <a href="https://avecdrinks.com/">AVEC mixers</a> and cherries for a Faux Old
Fashioned.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Thanks to <b>California’s</b>
<b><a href="https://greenbardistillery.com/">Greenbar
Distillery</a></b>, you can stock your refrigerator with a range of canned
mocktails. Bitters + Soda lovers will enjoy the Earl Grey version made with
black tea and bergamot orange. For hard spirit substitutes, try the UnRum +
Cola or UnGin + Tonic.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">AF Wines and Beer</span></b></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JT6JYZT?ref=myi_title_dp" target="_blank">DRY
Botanical Bubbly Reserve</a></b> is perfect for any celebratory toasts you
have. The sophisticated alcohol-free Champagne-like beverage ups the flavor
game, too, with Lavender 75 and Spiced Pear. More than typical sparkling wine
or sparkling apple cider, these two options will look beautiful in your
Champagne flutes.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Love <b>California</b>
wines? Then you’ll enjoy <b><a href="https://www.frewines.com/">FRE alcohol-removed wines</a></b> by Trinchero
Family Estates. These wines are made using traditional winemaking methods, but
then the alcohol is gently removed. You can try their nine varietals including Moscato,
White Zinfandel, Rosé, Chardonnay, Merlot, Red Blend and Cabernet Sauvignon and
two sparkling versions also available in cans, a Brut and a Rosé. Drink them
straight or invent a winter-perfect, alcohol-free libation like Mulled Wine
using Fre’s Cabernet Sauvignon as a base. Trinchero also has two new upscale <b><a href="https://www.luminarawines.com/">Luminara</a></b>
wines, an oaky Chardonnay and a Red Blend, produced with 100% Napa Valley
grapes.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhBJdwiVMsc0yZCG8qZcvDx8rfGzcgsWoCPIfhMk0Js8OqVzI3qFOjELTm6Vl708sRl0bLl5MaGtBZGC9WVvSRYgZYh04247utC83muDr_01OuqH54oCyUINfPudIxFBuoPti6Eji0oF94ug995sEcWi04wdy_LrU9PFC7b8L1u24OtwCqrMNUEH3Xn=s5479" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5479" data-original-width="4383" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhBJdwiVMsc0yZCG8qZcvDx8rfGzcgsWoCPIfhMk0Js8OqVzI3qFOjELTm6Vl708sRl0bLl5MaGtBZGC9WVvSRYgZYh04247utC83muDr_01OuqH54oCyUINfPudIxFBuoPti6Eji0oF94ug995sEcWi04wdy_LrU9PFC7b8L1u24OtwCqrMNUEH3Xn=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Sonoma Valley</b>
also has a lovely alcohol-free wine collection. <b><a href="https://www.hisurely.com/" target="_blank">Surely’s</a></b> non-alcoholic wine is also
made from wine with the alcohol removed. A favorite in their line is their <a href="https://www.hisurely.com/products/non-alcoholic-cabernet-sauvignon" target="_blank" title="https://www.hisurely.com/products/non-alcoholic-cabernet-sauvignon">Non-Alcoholic
Cabernet Sauvignon</a>, bold and full-bodied, and made with 100% Sonoma Valley
grapes.</p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For a quick alcohol-free trip to <b>Italy</b>, <a href="https://primapave.com/"><b>Prima Pavé</b> </a>Alcohol Free Sparkling Wines are made with a mix of varietals, adding to
their complexity and designed for harmonious pairing with food. Handcrafted in
Italy with no sugar or chemicals added, Prima Pavé showcases terroir and an
intoxicating depth of flavor. Dealcoholized through a proprietary, all-natural
process, the sophisticated bubblies come in Rosé Brut, Blanc de Blancs and
Rosé Dolce.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For the dabblers out there, <b>Denver’s</b> <b><a href="https://www.getgruvi.com/collections/beer">GRUVI</a></b> offers a line of
beers AND wines that are all alcohol-free. You can mix it up and have an AF
IPA, Pale Ale, Stout, Sour Weisse or Golden Ale one week, then switch over to
wines and sparkling beverages with their non-alcoholic dry Seco, dry Bubbly
Rosé, or Seasonal Red Blend (which conveniently comes in a can). Or have a beer
one day, a wine the next, and so on. Dry January is meant to be fun and tasty.
I’m excited about this one, as I love sour beers and this is the first
non-alcoholic one I’ve seen.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://www.clausthaler.com/">Clausthaler</a></b> craft non-alcoholic
beers taste just like the real brew. The <b>German</b>
brewery has the pedigree, too, as they are an exclusively N/A brewery in
existence for more than 40 years with a patented process for making beer that
doesn’t create alcohol. There are dry-hopped beers, IPAs, and, for a kick, try
their new grapefruit beer or their special holiday Santa beer.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Brewed in <b>California</b>,
<b><a href="http://www.bravus.com/" target="_blank" title="http://www.bravus.com/">Bravus</a></b> alcohol-free beer
is a line of flavor-filled, no-alcohol beers that span the range from IPAs and
amber ale to dark peanut butter and oatmeal stouts. You can order a set and try
them all. Bravus produces craft beer styles taste exactly like their
alcoholic counterparts but with less than .5% ABV, thanks to a proprietary
brewing process.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhCkNljbimq6kxNu7bIl7fCUbXIl-cwSRZCpQDYnvRSGXTTApZ9PWarYpVtaViR9N2Nq0lovIJIOXG6ML8MrxgafvLoFFq3VA9X8Gf7uJHs8e6Ks0vLyIEGEMbj7u-bcHpWbvIimYP0XMGN_R1mu8p5z_7ahWuJ7zo5dIbyUAJ6m2w6j3cbYCtfTEl3=s4849" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4849" data-original-width="3878" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhCkNljbimq6kxNu7bIl7fCUbXIl-cwSRZCpQDYnvRSGXTTApZ9PWarYpVtaViR9N2Nq0lovIJIOXG6ML8MrxgafvLoFFq3VA9X8Gf7uJHs8e6Ks0vLyIEGEMbj7u-bcHpWbvIimYP0XMGN_R1mu8p5z_7ahWuJ7zo5dIbyUAJ6m2w6j3cbYCtfTEl3=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">You’ll never run out of choices with <a href="https://www.brewdog.com/usa/"><b>BrewDog’s</b></a> creatively crafted and creatively
named non-alcoholic beers. The brewery has versions continually coming online,
some limited like the Ganache AF cherry stout, and others that are mainstays
like the flagship Nanny State. Don’t limit yourself – buy a four-variety bundle
and sample a bunch.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">Elixirs, Mixers and
Sparkling Water</span></b></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal">Tea lovers will enjoy this new aroma-focused collection from
<a href="https://www.drinksomethingelse.com/"><b>SomethingElse</b></a>, masters at
creating non-alcoholic beverages using the expertise of chefs and sommeliers. <b><a href="https://drinkkally.com/" target="_blank">Kally</a> </b>is an innovative blend
of teas, fruits, herbs and spices with acidity similar to most alcoholic
drinks. The beverages are designed to pair with food and come in four
varieties, No.11 Jasmine Spice, No.23 Orchard Sage, No. 70 Vanilla Smoke and
No. 93 Berry Fennel.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Offered in three flavors, Classic, Mango and Blood Orange, <a href="https://hopwtr.com/"><b>HOP WTR</b></a> is a non-alcoholic brew of crisp, bold
hops, sparkling water and mood-boosting adaptogens and nootropics crafted without
calories or sugar. The tasty beer alternatives are bright and refreshing,
perfect for Superbowl parties or anytime during Dry January or beyond.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.curiouselixirs.com/"><b>Curious Elixirs</b></a> are complex
booze-free cocktails, handmade in the Hudson Valley with all-organic
ingredients. Instead of adding sugar, the drinks are infused with adaptogens. The
seven-bottle series has versions of classic drinks like a pomegranate negroni,
a spicy margarita, a dark & stormy fusion, the craftily named Curious
cucumber Collins, or a more refined Champagne cocktail that has a base of
Chardonnay grapes.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://freerain.com/"><b>FREE RAIN</b></a> is a line of adaptogenic
sparkling waters that will become your new go-to when it comes to grabbing a
drink with your meal. FREE RAIN comes in four fun flavors: <a href="https://shop.poosh.com/collections/new-arrivals-1/products/blood-orange-ginger-ashwagandha-for-focus" target="_blank" title="https://shop.poosh.com/collections/new-arrivals-1/products/blood-orange-ginger-ashwagandha-for-focus">Focus</a>:
Blood Orange Ginger with Ashwagandha for a clear mind, <a href="https://shop.poosh.com/collections/new-arrivals-1/products/pink-grapefruit-maca-for-arousal" target="_blank" title="https://shop.poosh.com/collections/new-arrivals-1/products/pink-grapefruit-maca-for-arousal">Arousal</a>:
Pink Grapefruit with Maca for a frisky feeling , <a href="https://shop.poosh.com/collections/new-arrivals-1/products/blackberry-passionflower-for-calm" target="_blank" title="https://shop.poosh.com/collections/new-arrivals-1/products/blackberry-passionflower-for-calm">Calm</a>:
Blackberry with Passionflower for a mellow mood and <a href="https://shop.poosh.com/collections/new-arrivals-1/products/tart-cherry-for-energy" target="_blank" title="https://shop.poosh.com/collections/new-arrivals-1/products/tart-cherry-for-energy">Energy</a>:
Cherry Lime with Siberian ginseng for energy.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhjIeYpFjMTgqtjPTK0YIinZdrulXnCGsUkoNRxscvBRSyCuuIIBatN82f4IMevVyWFTyiKOkfU88epJ2leyzCC-oB8xouhMKQQ4xTibweN0ySucHZrF6Rh2rbsNpl1sPmgX-KHlsj6x0h4E6VkEuvsG9p4LmZVfsTeK878VR5qfxp1OajUlrJrvJHx=s2700" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2700" data-original-width="2160" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhjIeYpFjMTgqtjPTK0YIinZdrulXnCGsUkoNRxscvBRSyCuuIIBatN82f4IMevVyWFTyiKOkfU88epJ2leyzCC-oB8xouhMKQQ4xTibweN0ySucHZrF6Rh2rbsNpl1sPmgX-KHlsj6x0h4E6VkEuvsG9p4LmZVfsTeK878VR5qfxp1OajUlrJrvJHx=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">A newcomer to the sparkling beverages category, <a href="https://foundbubbly.com/" title="https://foundbubbly.com/"><b>Found Bubbly</b></a>
is said to be the first sparkling water created through Earth’s “naturally
occurring mineralization process.” Packed with minerals and electrolytes, the
beverage has been “dropping” new flavors sequentially so you can look forward
to another flavor in February. For now, you can try natural, cucumber minty,
elderflowery, lemony and watermelon.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">If you’re a fan of Italian amaros, you don’t need to
sacrifice the bitter state of an after-dinner digestif if you’re observing Dry
January. <a href="https://www.casamaraclub.com/"><b>Casamara Club</b></a> is a club
soda crafted like a cocktail, mixing amaro bitters made with botanicals with
citrus, salinity and a touch of sweetness. The five flavors, Alta (like a
Negroni), Como (like a traditional amaro with mint), Onda (an herbaceous lemon
drink), Isla (like a rum and ginger ale) and Fora (a strawberry and spice mix),
are refreshingly different.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For a wide range of mixers that double as mocktails, <b>AVEC
mixers </b>offers five canned cocktails: spicy marg AVEC ( jalapeño and blood orange),
paloma AVEC (grapefruit and pomelo, vodka soda AVEC (yuzu and lime) mule AVEC (ginger),and
cran vodka AVEC (hibiscus and pomegranate).</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Shrubs, vinegar-based infusions, have been the rage on health-oriented
drink menus for years. Now you can have them at home, too, with <a href="https://shrubbly.com/" target="_blank" title="https://shrubbly.com/"><b>Shrubbly</b></a>,
a new non-alcoholic beverage full of flavor (<a href="https://shrubbly.com/whats-a-shrub/" target="_blank" title="https://shrubbly.com/whats-a-shrub/">shrub</a> base, high
antioxidant <a href="https://shrubbly.com/aronia-berry/" target="_blank" title="https://shrubbly.com/aronia-berry/">berries</a> , and a few bubbles) and
wellness (prebiotics, apple cider vinegar and wellness shot ingredients). Try
the lemon-ginger and pomegranate flavors. Each is 100% organic, gluten-free,
fat-free and low in calories, sugar and carbs. </p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh-mZiPM3vtOFvgDmf8YmtS4YiXyGx7A0rcI-svKV2wXNzLuLVJu0yRggFaa8Wo8b_wPAktpKP6WYtRoLFw8hM4H2wQ0tEW_4MsPay7RYeR_bQthvP7ETcXLzw0aG2jMpoZWTVbZ8pU5tW4aVDObEHIrMRxVSDf1y9LrtArETD1ByygiB6BZsrT8v2a=s3600" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2403" data-original-width="3600" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh-mZiPM3vtOFvgDmf8YmtS4YiXyGx7A0rcI-svKV2wXNzLuLVJu0yRggFaa8Wo8b_wPAktpKP6WYtRoLFw8hM4H2wQ0tEW_4MsPay7RYeR_bQthvP7ETcXLzw0aG2jMpoZWTVbZ8pU5tW4aVDObEHIrMRxVSDf1y9LrtArETD1ByygiB6BZsrT8v2a=w640-h428" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: #990000;">Travel to Mindfulness</span></b></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal">If you’re seriously lacking motivation and could use a bit
of non-Zoom, in-person fitness instruction as well, perhaps these three
alcohol-free trips will motivate you.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The <a href="http://www.artoflivingretreatcenter.org/"><b>Art
of Living Retreat Center</b></a> in <b>Boone,
NC</b> is an alcohol-free Ayurvedic, yoga and meditation wellness retreat in
the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The gorgeous 380-acre setting and
understanding staff will help you detox and cleanse, and you’ll have a lovely
vacation customized to your tastes. Choose from programming that includes yoga,
meditation, happiness seminars and silent retreats.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj0aQ90vcwleG5YWuThKRvhXWBBWWftzER0K_nHwYPNWFXaIpyTZUrP8bpFHtWshR4UWoBy_neSN0nZInMNGSjJqvPOnTZemA7TQUpMZC9vA42mPzbku3464gFtZWr8z5tVxoFI2mRpXxXx9lGoL_zReeT9WTR-1Ob83bzo8OSjYdYtc-Bd2e4uG9pC=s2016" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2016" data-original-width="1512" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj0aQ90vcwleG5YWuThKRvhXWBBWWftzER0K_nHwYPNWFXaIpyTZUrP8bpFHtWshR4UWoBy_neSN0nZInMNGSjJqvPOnTZemA7TQUpMZC9vA42mPzbku3464gFtZWr8z5tVxoFI2mRpXxXx9lGoL_zReeT9WTR-1Ob83bzo8OSjYdYtc-Bd2e4uG9pC=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In the <b>Berkshires
Mountains</b> in <b>Western Massachusetts</b>,
<a href="https://kripalu.org/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAraSPBhDuARIsAM3Js4pp1FrE50fXE9MyZD8SyxJ9lw20fGxI54ADD83tXnRqeD4PWC9Q6TgaAlTxEALw_wcB"><b>Kripalu</b></a> is a popular choice for those desiring
a no-alcohol, no-frills, all-vegetarian well-being retreat. Days are filled
with activities like yoga, dance, forest bathing and spa treatments. Seminars
can include lessons in healthful cooking and mindfulness. Beautiful plant-based
food choices also include beverages like hibiscus-lavender iced tea.</p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.canyonranch.com/"><b>Canyon Ranch</b></a> in <b>Tucson, Arizona</b> and <b>Lenox, Massachusetts</b> offer January programming
with learning sessions, fitness classes,
healthy meals, mocktail hours and more. The no-alcohol wellness resort also has
vegetarian and vegan dining to help you stick to your January resolutions. The resort offers
life-enhancing “pathways,” curated programs of varying lengths that include
mindfulness, fitness and spa treatments.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEifMgekN_Bd3IpX2b5_UZWj1A05zHeJ57NpGB_bzrtp9RrsUvQCrP0YI8OBQqDSg7ZQOJrmaNj4HDNNkVXpMrFt8SGyDlZFdVlNanA_rvjUMknMJWL9Bb9EN9DTxtKv-s_T_xLPlpRjc7gBUHplm3862D24tkxDAeek-qp2sn3LEGkxpBIfLuVcrr2U=s3298" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2879" data-original-width="3298" height="558" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEifMgekN_Bd3IpX2b5_UZWj1A05zHeJ57NpGB_bzrtp9RrsUvQCrP0YI8OBQqDSg7ZQOJrmaNj4HDNNkVXpMrFt8SGyDlZFdVlNanA_rvjUMknMJWL9Bb9EN9DTxtKv-s_T_xLPlpRjc7gBUHplm3862D24tkxDAeek-qp2sn3LEGkxpBIfLuVcrr2U=w640-h558" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For a hotel stay with a healthy January focus, <b>Miami’s</b> <a href="https://www.surfcomber.com/"><b>Kimpton Surfcomber</b></a> on South Beach takes
advantage of its oceanside location with DAYLIFE wellness activities like
outdoor yoga, Zumba and aquatic Zumba.
The hotel’s restaurant, <a href="https://www.socialclubatsurfcomber.com/" title="https://www.socialclubatsurfcomber.com/"><b>The Social Club</b></a> offers
a variety of menu of fresh pressed juices including an immunity-boosting Back
to the Roots juice made with turmeric, ginger, red beets and carrots. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-8254893101802356192021-12-23T01:12:00.011-05:002022-01-18T14:50:29.146-05:0025 Ways to Travel the World in 2022<p> </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgaWuyOvtITDN-lBOpUocx3jTFPrs1ggVmtRsssIfOh0JOGlzKuar3-SSvOM1uhnbKqskUh8DDAYVtg1W8PHwDRfAVFu8rv9tCFMNjQ-lmu6tRG_-Za1u_dAt4fn-FeqgUdg0YkawRQXUDKDT1ThTyAdp4gUH7u1nypVunvInNC3YPFPMHXBhCNpNM8=s4032" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgaWuyOvtITDN-lBOpUocx3jTFPrs1ggVmtRsssIfOh0JOGlzKuar3-SSvOM1uhnbKqskUh8DDAYVtg1W8PHwDRfAVFu8rv9tCFMNjQ-lmu6tRG_-Za1u_dAt4fn-FeqgUdg0YkawRQXUDKDT1ThTyAdp4gUH7u1nypVunvInNC3YPFPMHXBhCNpNM8=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">It’s time to make your New Year’s resolution: <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">I will actively fill in the gaps in travel that I’ve had for the past
two years. </i><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">There are wonderful choices this year for wine lovers, cruisers,
non-cruisers, divers, golfers, island hoppers and pretty much every sort of
traveler. Here are some fabulous options to get your wanderlust instincts
flowing.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Please
note that with changing Covid protocols, restrictions may apply and can change.
You should always check the ‘Exit and Entry Requirements’ for a particular
country on the <a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/COVID-19-Country-Specific-Information.html">Department
of State website</a> before booking.</i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;">NORTH
AMERICA</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-CA">An Adrenaline High at the U.S.’s Newest National Park</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGmTpoJ2AIvWLuwsMg8fIYWTiRi8DbB1a6q6U5KYgyIoMNHgf8j0Ax3zIVoqgXrcrPmoQfCkd_CZX7UV2KhbLsYezBGJsHEMSuz17g2dkY9oWLbFspisVFVwVJqYu4EG5f4qrMFYtQGWaLIKifweM0oRUUCTAenIuRyjXYy-XeInQA3Jo2Q6F_g6X1=s3648" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2432" data-original-width="3648" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGmTpoJ2AIvWLuwsMg8fIYWTiRi8DbB1a6q6U5KYgyIoMNHgf8j0Ax3zIVoqgXrcrPmoQfCkd_CZX7UV2KhbLsYezBGJsHEMSuz17g2dkY9oWLbFspisVFVwVJqYu4EG5f4qrMFYtQGWaLIKifweM0oRUUCTAenIuRyjXYy-XeInQA3Jo2Q6F_g6X1=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Aside from “Country
Roads, Take Me Home,” how much do you know about <a href="https://wvtourism.com/" target="_blank"><b>West Virginia</b></a>? West Virginia,
which borders five states (Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio),
is now the proud home of the newest national park in the USA, <a href="https://www.nps.gov/neri/index.htm"><b>New River Gorge National Park and
Preserve</b></a>. <a href="https://adventuresonthegorge.com/1-bedroom-outback-cabin/"><b>Adventures on
the Gorge</b></a>, the premier outdoor outfitter and only resort located adjacent
to the park, will entice your inner adrenaline junkie with their <a href="https://adventuresonthegorge.com/adventure-pass-1-day/"><b>daily adventure
pass</b></a>. Priced at only $199 per day, this is the ticket for anyone who loves
thrills and challenges. You’ll take advantage of both AOTG’s gorgeous setting
and facilities as well as the nearby New River, one of the oldest in the US,
with serious whitewater rafting, the challenging Tree Tops Zipline, and for
those not afraid of heights, The TimberTrek Adventure Park, a climbing and
ropes course that you do on your own. Add to that the possibility of rock climbing,
mountain biking and paintball and you can pretty much max out your adrenaline
cravings. For that reason alone, you should plan on several days to give you
just a bit of downtime between adventures. Adventures on the Gorge has you
covered with accommodations in <a href="https://adventuresonthegorge.com/1-bedroom-outback-cabin/"><b>an outback
cabin</b></a> and dining on-property, too. Pricing varies by day. The extra good
news? AOTG will now pick you up at the Amtrak station in Prince, so you can
leave your car behind.<div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Mardi Gras with a Texas Twang</b><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhbUmcYcXe-tI5PTACQk-wL6n_HOLqd1o3DeFaJ_EF_UPJBYGz6lfSz_z4r9RvyNmE29Zvl3CUL9xwSnoPWvbaa_jPyIaBibqmj58L4-FC1jaAfdf3QlFAiPWHAEmf5lAbC67PSEbECVNe2sCqTT-iSwi1ZXXf6GNPRpA31NH842pcRSKURRQyhhZI2=s2464" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1335" data-original-width="2464" height="346" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhbUmcYcXe-tI5PTACQk-wL6n_HOLqd1o3DeFaJ_EF_UPJBYGz6lfSz_z4r9RvyNmE29Zvl3CUL9xwSnoPWvbaa_jPyIaBibqmj58L4-FC1jaAfdf3QlFAiPWHAEmf5lAbC67PSEbECVNe2sCqTT-iSwi1ZXXf6GNPRpA31NH842pcRSKURRQyhhZI2=w640-h346" width="640" /></a></div><br />Louisiana isn’t the
only place that lays claim to holding a Mardi Gras celebration. After a year
off, <a href="http://www.mardigrastx.com/"><b>Mardi Gras Southeast Texas</b></a> is
back, returning to <a href="https://www.beaumontcvb.com/"><b>Beaumont</b></a> for the
second time. From February 24-27, you’ll have a chance to throw some beads,
join a Krewe or simply watch the floats, all done up <a href="https://www.traveltexas.com/" target="_blank"><b>Texas </b></a>style, huge and
festive. The “Cajun capital of Texas,” Beaumont, just an hour and a half from
Houston, will fete the holiday as it knows best with Cajun and Texan food, parades,
carnival rides and games and entertainment headlined by country singer Tyler
Farr and rap artist Nelly. For a convenient hotel with a friendly staff, small
restaurant, bar and gym, book the <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/bptgigi-hilton-garden-inn-beaumont-tx/"><b>Hilton
Garden Inn</b></a>.<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-CA">Superlative Skiing on Utah’s Snowbird, Solitude, Alta and Brighton
mountains</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgFuFSU7EbVrbQq41RZ6V1WWdX3wd8Kr_AMfgDkP0kKc4OPo-dhnmNUM8zBn5OpAmLwPs65E_8Joo_uWWLPG-H9RvSt_l_WbXYyFhnOlHWxBLk1q8v2bd95ZbPqTzqOw8WOnyg259lHDhzbEIWKqa0j78iZpGFZJR7JPegcNFN2gr3Rw_1d25k5XTXg=s1920" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1303" data-original-width="1920" height="434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgFuFSU7EbVrbQq41RZ6V1WWdX3wd8Kr_AMfgDkP0kKc4OPo-dhnmNUM8zBn5OpAmLwPs65E_8Joo_uWWLPG-H9RvSt_l_WbXYyFhnOlHWxBLk1q8v2bd95ZbPqTzqOw8WOnyg259lHDhzbEIWKqa0j78iZpGFZJR7JPegcNFN2gr3Rw_1d25k5XTXg=w640-h434" width="640" /></a></div><br />When you reserve three or more nights at a <a href="https://www.visitsaltlake.com/"><b>Salt Lake</b></a> lodging property through the <b><a href="https://www.visitsaltlake.com/westofconventional/">West of
Conventional</a> </b>program, you’ll receive two free mid-week Salt Lake Ski Super
Passes at the area’s acclaimed Alta, Snowbird, Brighton or Solitude slopes. For
the perfect complement to a gorgeous day of skiing, you can choose two <a href="https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/tours-experiences/salt-lake-brewery-tour/"><b>Salt Lake
Brewery</b></a> passes to any of Salt Lake’s 14 artisanal breweries or two <a href="https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/tours-experiences/visit-salt-lake-connect-pass/"><b>Salt Lake
Connect Attractions</b></a> passes that include choices like the Utah
Museum of Contemporary Art, the Museum of Natural Curiosity and the Clark
Planetarium Dome Theater.<p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Afloat “Down
East”</b></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj7nuPbSZa9yjnKSx26XeHlTLnBem7EmDNc8t_erezY4CpiH5YgVg5oHIfKw2ZwHSY91s_sXlwiyl63WskuQtyZ48qUWEBcrXkw-y1giRAnRPerMu-XQ-YsFnPRizusdlXRYefuDGu7yCqd246TjaSBsd6L0RIkAW6kgecGMAn_VZV38TLShyfbyvIY=s3068" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3068" data-original-width="2166" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj7nuPbSZa9yjnKSx26XeHlTLnBem7EmDNc8t_erezY4CpiH5YgVg5oHIfKw2ZwHSY91s_sXlwiyl63WskuQtyZ48qUWEBcrXkw-y1giRAnRPerMu-XQ-YsFnPRizusdlXRYefuDGu7yCqd246TjaSBsd6L0RIkAW6kgecGMAn_VZV38TLShyfbyvIY=w452-h640" width="452" /></a></div><br />Can’t
wait to go sailing but not ready to pull out your passport? Try a<b> <a href="https://sailmainecoast.com/windjammer-sailing-gift-certificates/">special-interest
Windjamming cruise</a></b> on one of the <a href="https://sailmainecoast.com/get-to-know-us/"><b>Maine Windjammer Association’s</b></a>
nine hand-built tall ships. In the middle of coastal <a href="https://www.mainetourism.com/" target="_blank"><b>Maine</b></a>, America’s largest
fleet of Windjammers offer a thrilling multi-day adventure at sea. Select a
classic cruise or a specialty cruise ranging from<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>wellness and yoga<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>to<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>wine<b>
</b>appreciation, a musical voyage, or a sail with culinary master classes.
Cruise prices start at $200 per night, depending on the vessel and special
theme. <div><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 11.65pt; margin-bottom: 8pt;"><b>Surprising Art and Architecture in Milwaukee</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjpsWc2z6gF_GpScs214YgWVRylF39IwfOavfTYZskGkCFGGcK5-jn9l4qOIihiTAfawJuP5sv8qpLQeDn7P5iprGKAdvCOYr4bxyWFb-ivCUUpku3DQhUSd1UQRTkTFMo0_jFJVOmd2TLiI3NaxW-CcZIpJnS0aO5ghR1sD0z2R7fyJWOoaQM9oFBJ=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjpsWc2z6gF_GpScs214YgWVRylF39IwfOavfTYZskGkCFGGcK5-jn9l4qOIihiTAfawJuP5sv8qpLQeDn7P5iprGKAdvCOYr4bxyWFb-ivCUUpku3DQhUSd1UQRTkTFMo0_jFJVOmd2TLiI3NaxW-CcZIpJnS0aO5ghR1sD0z2R7fyJWOoaQM9oFBJ=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />Book a one-night stay at the art-filled <a href="https://www.saintkatearts.com/"><b>The Saint
Kate, Milwaukee</b></a><b>. </b>Dubbed The
Arts Hotel, the Saint Kate features a notable collection of modern art in
various galleries in the hotel. Works by
local and nationally acclaimed artists in permanent residency and revolving
exhibits invite exploration of the corridors and rooms where innovative and
electric pieces light up the night. To celebrate your self-guided art tour,
you’ll have a duet of Champagne at the bar before you retreat to your
art-filled room where you’ll find retro touches like a record player (you can
borrow records from the vinyl library in the lobby) and a ukulele. Just around
the corner, outdoor art installations like the kitschy <b>Bronze Fonz</b> statue give you a thumbs up as you explore along the
Milwaukee River, noting new construction that mixes with the city’s gorgeous
cast-iron buildings. Walk a little further toward the Third Ward where you’ll
find <b>Jokester</b>, a giant red solo cup
sculpture that’s perfectly on brand for <a href="https://www.visitmilwaukee.org/" target="_blank"><b>Milwaukee's</b></a> beer culture. Rates start at
the Saint Kate at $211 per night per room.</div><div><p class="MsoNormal"><b>New
Orleans Nostalgia</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjAI3-l_Bqfj8BGbveeO3TSp-m0EjvAvHrQLNbiR9m01SwJU9HHjcqOE27uNTLHDH5X1pEIeVjDyOih4IVS0sp0ay1tU8hvTzXStwzM9qgfEpCDqh8uaDLizbrDhj-yvSMWaHKbrjtjgapIfjWOsB9foAIUkjVxzTZMmNj0tUz3lDCMukWmQELWe_YF=s1792" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1792" data-original-width="1280" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjAI3-l_Bqfj8BGbveeO3TSp-m0EjvAvHrQLNbiR9m01SwJU9HHjcqOE27uNTLHDH5X1pEIeVjDyOih4IVS0sp0ay1tU8hvTzXStwzM9qgfEpCDqh8uaDLizbrDhj-yvSMWaHKbrjtjgapIfjWOsB9foAIUkjVxzTZMmNj0tUz3lDCMukWmQELWe_YF=w458-h640" width="458" /></a></div><br />The <a href="https://www.fourseasons.com/neworleans/offers/a-streetcar-experience-to-be-desired/"><b>Streetcar
Experience to Be Desired</b></a><span class="MsoHyperlink"> </span><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span color="windowtext">package takes you on a nostalgic trip through <a href="https://www.neworleans.com/" target="_blank"><b>New Orleans</b></a>
on </span></span>a private streetcar. Running along the 19<sup>th</sup>-century St.
Charles line, your streetcar will be customized with music and décor to suit
your special occasion. A local historian awaits your arrival, ready to share
the sights and sounds of the Crescent City as you explore one of its most
charming neighborhoods. After, at the <b><a href="https://www.fourseasons.com/neworleans/">Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans</a>,</b> you’ll
indulge in a wine-paired dinner at Miss River, Alon Shaya's "love letter
to Louisiana," before retreating to your suite to relax and recharge. Once
home, you'll receive an online album with professional photographs from your
Streetcar Experience to be Desired. Price varies by date.</div><div><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-CA">A Houseboat-Turned-Love Boat Near Acadia National Park</span></b></p>
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Fourth of July. <a href="file:///C:/Users/Meryl/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/VCPD50O8/The%20Claremont"><span lang="EN-CA"><b>The Claremont Hotel</b></span></a><span lang="EN-CA"> in Southwest Harbor, <a href="https://www.nps.gov/acad/index.htm" target="_blank"><b>Maine </b></a>invites you to an indulgent three-night stay
on their luxurious houseboat in Somes Sound, the location of the only fjord in
North America. </span>Priced at $25,000, the “Ultimate Nautical Escape” features a
floating suite with king-size bed, bathroom with shower and a fully stocked
kitchenette. But you won’t be doing any cooking -- your personal Boat Butler
will stock all cabinets with breakfast essentials and deliver a picnic lunch
and spectacular dinner each day. The Boat Butler will also light the gas fire
pit each night, set out charcuterie and Champagne, coordinate a massage on the
upper deck, arrange a sunset serenade, and attend to any whims. You’ll
also receive a departure gift bag of the hotel’s signature items.<p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>18 Holes
and a Hot Soak in Sonoma Valley</b></p>
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at <a href="https://www.fairmont.com/sonoma/"><b>Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa</b></a> gives you
all the time you need to relax and rejuvenate in the New Year in the midst of
beautiful <a href="http://Sonomacounty.com" target="_blank"><b>Sonoma Valley</b></a>. Wine, golf and hot springs are taken at a slow pace to
encourage the pure act of enjoying the moment. While you could venture
off-property to explore the vineyards of the area, you just might want to
languish in the European-style spa or maybe add a second round of golf to your
already packed “relaxation” schedule. If you book by January 5, 2022, you’ll
get 30% off any stays until October 31, 2022.<p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>A Double
Treat in “The Magic City”</b></p>
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Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group have teamed with the <a href="https://www.mandarinoriental.com/miami/brickell-key/luxury-hotel/offers/stay-and-sail" target="_blank">Stay & Sail</a> experience for a <a href="https://www.miamiandbeaches.com/" target="_blank"><b>Miami </b></a>on-the-water and
from-the-sea package, with two nights at the <a href="https://www.mandarinoriental.com/miami/brickell-key/luxury-hotel"><b>Mandarin
Oriental, Miami</b></a> and a full-day or overnight yacht cruise. To make this combo
program even more glam, you’ll be transported to and from the marina via
private limousine. The customizable package is priced from $16,000 based on four adults and can be booked by emailing momia-reservations@mohg.com.</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Hawaiian Island
Indulgence</b><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjLSPDxkG9Q1soDg9yx2zFjkdxWM5mx1C46BgCcpHgTF9kD4ksl8SL2kEof5fepnRg7dPbpA2A1MTcCcPj-x1D5GSd0E0C90ocajYRBTklLMd2RbdOPaGu2F3e47GFQsyj9Ht5EBAWH0k1h4SNxt2UC57sR_ySysrTT9ai-4JhlcmLNk8QQAo91NYO0=s5200" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3466" data-original-width="5200" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjLSPDxkG9Q1soDg9yx2zFjkdxWM5mx1C46BgCcpHgTF9kD4ksl8SL2kEof5fepnRg7dPbpA2A1MTcCcPj-x1D5GSd0E0C90ocajYRBTklLMd2RbdOPaGu2F3e47GFQsyj9Ht5EBAWH0k1h4SNxt2UC57sR_ySysrTT9ai-4JhlcmLNk8QQAo91NYO0=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Bask in gracious <a href="https://www.gohawaii.com/" target="_blank"><b>Hawaiian </b></a>hospitality and the serenity of the <b><a href="https://www.fairmont.com/orchid-hawaii/">Fairmont Orchid’s</a> </b>coastal retreat in the tradition of the
royals. You can expect only the best with a stay on the resort’s concierge
floor with <a href="https://www.fairmontorchid.com/offers/fairmont-gold-experience/"><b>Fairmont’s
Gold Experience</b></a> with privileged services including private check-in and valet
services. You’ll never want to leave the Big Island – not only does it offer
white and black sand beaches, but it is also home to lush jungles and two
active volcanoes at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. History lovers can also
follow in the steps of King Kamehameha I and explorer James Cook.<p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Be a Rock
Star in Atlantic City</b></p>
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advent of 2022 with an indulgent music-lovers package at the <a href="https://www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/"><b>Hard Rock Hotel and Casino</b></a> in <a href="https://visitnj.org/city/atlantic-city" target="_blank"><b>Atlantic City</b></a>. Designed for two people, the<b> <a href="https://www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/promotions/hotel/2022-double-platinum-package">Double
Platinum Package</a></b> includes a
two-night stay in a suite, tickets to a show, a VIP Table at the Lobby Bar, a
$222 dining credit, a couples massage at Rock Spa & Salon, swag bags and an
ultra-exclusive private memorabilia tour. This $2022 package, which must be
booked by the end of February, is so special that you have a personal contact
to arrange and customize it at <a href="mailto:pr@hrhcac.com">pr@hrhcac.com</a></div><div><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Broadway
Revealed in New York City</b></p>
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magic of Broadway with a show-and-stay package at two <a href="https://www.nycgo.com/" target="_blank"><b>New York City</b></a> hotels. <b><a href="https://www.crowneplazahy36.com/">Crowne
Plaza HY36</a> </b>gives guests who purchase three Broadway
tickets 50% off the final night of a minimum two-night stay plus a curated
welcome bag and two complimentary Broadway-themed cocktails at their on-site
restaurant. Located in the middle of the Theater District, the <a href="https://www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/us/en/new-york/nychc/hoteldetail?cm_mmc=GoogleMaps-_-IC-_-US-_-NYCHC"><b>InterContinental New York Times Square</b></a><b> </b>discounts travelers
half off their third weeknight stay, a Broadway history walking tour with<b> <a href="https://www.broadwayupclose.com/">Broadway
Up Close</a></b>, and a specially
curated Broadway playlist.</div><div><p class="MsoNormal"><b>The
Romance of the Train</b></p>
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America. <a href="file://192.168.2.50/data/ALL%20DATA/GoWorld%20Travel/rockymountaineer.com"><b>Rocky
Mountaineer</b></a> offers two-day, luxury glass-domed train journeys that showcase the
gorgeous scenery of <a href="https://www.fiji.travel/" target="_blank"><b>Canada </b></a>and the Western United States. Rocky Mountaineer’s
four rail routes connect Vancouver to the Canadian Rockies towns of Banff, Lake
Louise and Jasper or the Rockies to the Red Rocks between Denver, Colorado and
Moab, Utah. To add to the sensory experience, you’ll enjoy fine cuisine and a
relaxing sojourn. Pricing for the Canadian routes begins at $1,271USD per
person with the US route priced starting at $1,399USD per person.<p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Cozy Northern
Exposure</b></p>
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& Châteaux</a>,</b> boutique <a href="https://www.quebec-cite.com/en" target="_blank"><b>Quebec City</b></a> hotel <a href="https://www.saint-antoine.com/"><b>Auberge Saint-Antoine</b></a> extends
an invitation for dining in a terrace side greenhouse and a comfy winter stay
with the <b><a href="https://www.saint-antoine.com/promotions-and-packages/stars-and-pillows)">Stars
& Pillows package</a>.</b> The overnight package is priced starting at
$725 per night and includes accommodations in a terrace room with a four-course
private dining and wine experience for two in a heated outdoor greenhouse. Enjoy a romantic candle lit dinner with views
of the St. Lawrence River, Chateaux Frontenac and <a href="https://www.quebec-cite.com/en/old-quebec-city" target="_blank">Vieux Quebec</a>. Should you
decide to capitalize on the romantic appeal of the experience, the concierge
will arrange an elopement under the stars with an intimate ceremony in the
greenhouse.<p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;">ASIA</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>The Lure
of Winter in Japan</b></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiTZSUuCqj8_ReBS4U9YwHKuWnzuo57F3LeJcfTdGyu2k1XclvKLM6_tzn9tEdID-HTHz927S3I6FZgZfqkZUWn35ervArOdDkeANLYAayzigNjj01e529W6qO9Ak5gq7MOpVdWKrMkyiMXrkxUmhHmlFIO3gqdYpbLuqoUhzcjokCcTtiow_ArY79I=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiTZSUuCqj8_ReBS4U9YwHKuWnzuo57F3LeJcfTdGyu2k1XclvKLM6_tzn9tEdID-HTHz927S3I6FZgZfqkZUWn35ervArOdDkeANLYAayzigNjj01e529W6qO9Ak5gq7MOpVdWKrMkyiMXrkxUmhHmlFIO3gqdYpbLuqoUhzcjokCcTtiow_ArY79I=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div><br />Plan for a late
2022 holiday to one of the snowiest areas in the world, Tohoku. You don’t have
to be a skier to see <a href="https://www.japan.travel/en/us/" target="_blank"><b>Japan’s </b></a>fabled snow monsters or enjoy an après-ski soak in
an onsen (thermal hot spring). <a href="https://walkjapan.com/"><b>Walk Japan</b></a> will have you don snowshoes for an
active week without the slopes. You’ll start in <a href="https://www.gotokyo.org/en"><b>Tokyo</b></a>, where you’ll acclimate to the
culture and time difference, and enjoy the city’s diverse cuisine, historical
sites like <a href="https://www.japan.travel/en/spot/1666/"><b>Meiji Shrine</b></a>
and <a href="https://www.japan.travel/en/destinations/kanto/tokyo/asakusa-and-around/"><b>Asakusa</b></a>,
avant-garde museums like the <a href="https://www.mori.art.museum/en/"><b>Mori Art
Museum</b></a> and the digital <a href="https://borderless.teamlab.art/"><b>teamLab
Borderless</b></a> interactive experience, or districts like quirky Harajuku or
tony Ginza. Or take it all in on one glorious visit to <a href="https://www.tokyo-skytree.jp/en/"><b>Tokyo SKYTREE</b></a>, the tallest building
in the city. Then you’ll board Japan’s amazing bullet train, the shinkansen, traveling
north to the <b><a href="https://us.jnto.go.jp/tohoku/">Tohoku</a> </b>region on
Honshu Island where your walking exploration begins. Your final stop is Sakata,
a historic port town on the Sea of Japan coast. Accommodations are in inns,
most of which have the soothing onsens that Northern Japan is known for.<span face="proxima-nova, "serif"" style="background: none 0% 0% repeat scroll white; color: #262626;"> </span><span style="background: none 0% 0% repeat scroll white; color: #262626;">The </span><a href="https://walkjapan.com/tour/tohoku-hot-spring-snow-tour"><b>Tohoku Hot Spring
Snow Tour</b></a> has no more than 12 participants, and given the remote
area you’re traversing, it’s a perfect social distancing vacation. Check the
website for 2022 prices.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGzpwvR8yDnjFlrUyx-1XWjJ-gNi65YI14w3eWeuVxBSoFifEX5EFXIiyjPCVOY6ufDJSLyrhgiDjcarvFTDAwEwrsFWduuiFs5tSYQzFnNAdX19XDcOLoJ32SgcaDBu4dmanT_gporaTODOXcOKueb6p1GdzFYMkeqbkoyRL1Kzmu0dsri3RlGbxe=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGzpwvR8yDnjFlrUyx-1XWjJ-gNi65YI14w3eWeuVxBSoFifEX5EFXIiyjPCVOY6ufDJSLyrhgiDjcarvFTDAwEwrsFWduuiFs5tSYQzFnNAdX19XDcOLoJ32SgcaDBu4dmanT_gporaTODOXcOKueb6p1GdzFYMkeqbkoyRL1Kzmu0dsri3RlGbxe=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;">EUROPE</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Wine,
River and Gastronomy in the South of France</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi20crwWd044qVMvSpWX27mgW4uK-ovZb6NV7vVPU9W50jEcNvMr9rniV3UR9-gQJeuvsW1iQSiXmPBZB264byYlw9ObO2I2oesVDNFw67YbKl6b1zsfV1fTZyx9c3ohb94icslNxbTfM617rk6Ptezyx8mr5rZledIR4vuTIEvNGZQ5KxNEVvFTVMT=s3898" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3314" data-original-width="3898" height="544" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi20crwWd044qVMvSpWX27mgW4uK-ovZb6NV7vVPU9W50jEcNvMr9rniV3UR9-gQJeuvsW1iQSiXmPBZB264byYlw9ObO2I2oesVDNFw67YbKl6b1zsfV1fTZyx9c3ohb94icslNxbTfM617rk6Ptezyx8mr5rZledIR4vuTIEvNGZQ5KxNEVvFTVMT=w640-h544" width="640" /></a></div><br />Indulge your wine love on a cruise along the Saône and Rhône
rivers on the eight-day <b><a href="https://www.emeraldcruises.com/tours/sensations-of-lyon--provence/11903">Sensations
of Lyon and Provence</a> </b>itinerary on an <a href="https://www.emeraldcruises.com/"><b>Emerald Cruises</b></a><span class="MsoHyperlink"> </span>Star-Ship. The gorgeous Emerald Liberté holds
a maximum of 132 guests and celebrates <a href="https://us.france.fr/en" target="_blank"><b>France’s </b></a>past and present with stops at
storied ports including Arles (think Vincent van Gogh), Avignon (le Palais des
Papes and the bridge of song fame) and Lyon, the capital city in France’s
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region and the country’s gastronomic hub. Visits to the
area’s beautiful vineyards and towns are the stars of the itinerary with guided
port tours along with guided biking, hiking and canoeing. Most meals are
included showcasing the world-class cuisine of the region. Priced from $2,395
per person based on double occupancy, the cruise is offered on multiple
dates. <p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Madeira
Isn’t Only a Wine</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhbh5FyT5EKPG0HmPqNQwWbFvgBAinWxNe4yPZHCTKClEnuDjPHugBxyK85pXSfH9MablDuNkZmf-wPXTkvGM-wvPagBvJT0DaWAofSrrU-dC0LSLUIylGFjXHcCbGU_uh8p5z6-VjlQ_EFs7hrRyKoluSzmnR-P98J7d2D529O_vlEq9cS6y9AOjw6=s2000" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1334" data-original-width="2000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhbh5FyT5EKPG0HmPqNQwWbFvgBAinWxNe4yPZHCTKClEnuDjPHugBxyK85pXSfH9MablDuNkZmf-wPXTkvGM-wvPagBvJT0DaWAofSrrU-dC0LSLUIylGFjXHcCbGU_uh8p5z6-VjlQ_EFs7hrRyKoluSzmnR-P98J7d2D529O_vlEq9cS6y9AOjw6=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />Hide away, enjoy water activities, and eat, drink and take in the
beautiful scenery in a setting not overrun with selfie takers. The Portuguese
island of <b><a href="https://www.visitmadeira.pt/en-gb/homepage">Madeira</a>
</b>is rich in volcanic hills and pebbly beaches, delectable seafood, bucket
list-worthy hiking and canyoning trails, and award-winning Madeira wine. Surf,
whale watch, or just hang on the beach – there’s a lot to do or nothing to do
if you so choose. Thanks to <b>Inovtravel</b>, there are now nonstop flights from New York to Funchal, Madeira’s capital city, as
well as a variety of <a href="https://inovtravel.com/en-us/search/deals?departureAirport=JFK&freeText=Madeira&ref=Deals%20Search%20Results&sortBy=recommended&sortOrder=desc">t<b>ravel
packages</b></a> to celebrate the new ease of reaching the beautiful <b><a href="https://www.visitportugal.com/en/destinos/madeira">Portuguese
island</a>.</b> Weeklong packages include flights as well as
five-star accommodations and start at $1299 per person.<p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Learn
about Wines in Bordeaux</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiSzpGPoAyOq494QIEljngJ4pFlt5uojY2kyeb7HGvppPEmNYJs77BRSNxeyCNfgXqxRW2OjL0EaKqh4uemLJ5TMIlX6JIyiO4NEL0394uFpHI06EZsoQzCtS_WZTgvrf74Vg_Sntp4LUew5Pugbqb_aG04NooSPTpGDSrPUz4vy-bt_0AXlV6cft0j=s1280" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiSzpGPoAyOq494QIEljngJ4pFlt5uojY2kyeb7HGvppPEmNYJs77BRSNxeyCNfgXqxRW2OjL0EaKqh4uemLJ5TMIlX6JIyiO4NEL0394uFpHI06EZsoQzCtS_WZTgvrf74Vg_Sntp4LUew5Pugbqb_aG04NooSPTpGDSrPUz4vy-bt_0AXlV6cft0j=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></div><br />Appropriately named <a href="https://www.decantertours.com/"><b>Decanter
Tours</b></a> will book accommodations and meals to your taste to accompany the
ultimate <a href="https://www.decantertours.com/details-the+ultimate+bordeaux+wine+tour+several+days-165.html"><b>Bordeaux
wine tour</b></a> in the <a href="https://www.nouvelle-aquitaine-tourisme.com/en-us" target="_blank"><b>Nouvelle-Aquitaine</b></a> region in <a href="https://us.france.fr/en" target="_blank"><b>France</b></a><span class="MsoHyperlink">.</span> For two to five days, the private
guided tour with châteaux visits, wine tastings and minibus transportation has
rates beginning at 850€ per person. If appellations like Pessac-Leognan, Saint-Émilion,
Margaux, Medoc, Pauillac and St. Estephe are only slightly familiar to you when
you book the tour, you will come away with in-depth knowledge so you can create
your own wow tasting when you return home.</div><div><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Love,
Italian Style</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg1iw8WrZV29TCp6M-P1uZjKdynOayjxrD4QNAPUDl_FpeqMCu7IG2Vj81yF1OqOsVcWVm7Hv2w3tu4Nlvryddb5WvQn38MnTNotd8s2SagxrJIY-p50ChWW23-lYVK22BGvtdimZ_x_4zDDT5KFhmVqbCE6zby6XHBUqTvEFTMh9FQIe9sUsHJ6RSy=s1024" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="1024" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg1iw8WrZV29TCp6M-P1uZjKdynOayjxrD4QNAPUDl_FpeqMCu7IG2Vj81yF1OqOsVcWVm7Hv2w3tu4Nlvryddb5WvQn38MnTNotd8s2SagxrJIY-p50ChWW23-lYVK22BGvtdimZ_x_4zDDT5KFhmVqbCE6zby6XHBUqTvEFTMh9FQIe9sUsHJ6RSy=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div><br />Has your partner just finished reading “Eat Pray Love?” Then you
might want to consider this luxe, “discovery” package for two from <a href="http://www.hotelposeidonpositano.it/" target="_blank"><b>Hotel
Poseidon Positano</b></a><span class="MsoHyperlink">. </span>Enveloping
you in “la dolce vita,” the package includes a five-night stay in a suite with
private terrace overlooking the sea and the dramatic Positano coastline, a
three-course lunch or dinner, a couple’s massage, and more, priced at
just €2100. You’ll also savor the area’s delights with a welcome bottle of
wine, a drive along the Amalfi Coast in the hotel’s vintage VW convertible
Beetle (with a driver, of course) and more. The exclusive <a href="https://www.italiantourism.com/" target="_blank"><b>Italian </b></a>program can be booked
by emailing <a href="mailto:info@hotelposeidonpositano.it" target="_blank">info@hotelposeidonpositano.it</a>.<p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>The Amalfi
Coast and Sicily</b></p>
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Clippers Amalfi & Sicily</b></a>. On multiple dates from mid-June through
mid-October, you’ll sail along the Amalfi Coast visiting stunning Sorrento and
Amalfi with a stop in Messina, Sicily. Uncrowding is the norm with a maximum of
166 guests on-board, and the scenery is a photographer’s dream. Plus you’ll
have the experience of sailing on a four-masted, 16-sail full-rigged tall ship
set up for your personal comfort with expansive teak decks, swimming pools,
tropical bars, piano lounges and a lively dining room. The price is reasonable,
too, starting at $1,850 per person based on double occupancy. Viva <a href="https://www.italiantourism.com/" target="_blank"><b>Italia</b></a>!<p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Truffle
Hunting in Provence</b></p>
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heart of France’s Luberon Valley, gastronomes have the option for an earthy <a href="https://coquillade.fr/en/unique-experiences.htm"><b>behind-the-scenes scavenger hun</b>t</a> in one of
the world’s most secretive business. Driving your own Mercedes SMART car,
you’ll begin your adventure with an early morning visit to the Provence truffle
markets in Vaucluse. At <a href="https://www.truffes-jaumard.com/en/home/" target="_blank"><b>La Truffe
du Ventoux</b></a> third-generation truffle hunters Franck and Alexis Jaumard
welcome you for an exclusive tour of their truffle farm led by the noses of two
resident truffle hounds, Mirette and Polka. You’ll then indulge in a truffle-themed
lunch at the Domaine Jaumard where the “black diamond” is the star of the menu.
To add more truffles to your day, dinner is at Coquillade’s Avelan fine dining
restaurant where Chef Thierry Enderlin prepares a truffle tasting menu
showcasing regional flavors with international classics. The tour can be
scheduled from mid-November to mid-March at $1,607 for two people.<p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;">SOUTH AMERICA</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Boutique Yachting
on the Ecuadorian Coast</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjgsyYW4cmZXhCQr3dJMyzSS2AKsN1x4mTK4yeRdmI_AX9q3k_pu3FEfg_TXOmOD_ZmcZaEoeoL4D_tMWpc7yXk82czEKJxKE0_HdSXEkkpIreLqeQMWMVKtLxhAGkDAK8Q3S6Mj_VneQLrRiUTk5RGZMS7jekNWLrBSC1ghqqNjasQqJw3jf6E5yqw=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="346" data-original-width="640" height="346" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjgsyYW4cmZXhCQr3dJMyzSS2AKsN1x4mTK4yeRdmI_AX9q3k_pu3FEfg_TXOmOD_ZmcZaEoeoL4D_tMWpc7yXk82czEKJxKE0_HdSXEkkpIreLqeQMWMVKtLxhAGkDAK8Q3S6Mj_VneQLrRiUTk5RGZMS7jekNWLrBSC1ghqqNjasQqJw3jf6E5yqw=w640-h346" width="640" /></a></div><br />New <b><a href="http://www.kontikiexpeditions.com/en">Kontiki
Expeditions</a> </b>offers a one-week cruise along the <b><a href="https://ecuador.travel/en/" target="_blank">Ecuadorian</a> </b>coast, visiting
seldom-visited ports and offering a cultural, environmentally conscious
adventure. Enjoy sailing on a lavishly appointed yacht with a maximum of 18
guests and attentive service. If you’ve been to the Galapagos, this cruise will
expand your Ecuadorian repertoire with coastal ports without the tourist
throngs. Kontiki Wayra’s small size glides into harbors that larger ships
cannot approach, where you’ll meet with naturalists and locals who will share
their chocolate-making secrets, the exclusivity of the Toquilla hat (widely but
inaccurately known as a Panama hat), and the blue-footed boobies and other
indigenous creatures of the region. If you have a group in mind, you can
charter the yacht for a private sail, too. Prices for a week begin at $7245 per
person, based on double occupancy. <p class="MsoNormal"><b><br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;">ANTARCTICA</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Antarctica
with a Touch of Argentina</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgpMx8nKizn9efErgpaJRsIpsH7R-KOWUSFGLtaU52nH4NwYgf7_82vkcEnsz7vXE1ibOUhow1zAzlr0WTmj-ZBw-U9u1LME61-xN0aOdiNqD54tqAAukVIVonrh3wgH-BAxWt6gazgc1CY1dJWh-wfF4W-ckErQZ3AVj880nq9CfQNJgC7yCNWbhAt=s3869" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2579" data-original-width="3869" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgpMx8nKizn9efErgpaJRsIpsH7R-KOWUSFGLtaU52nH4NwYgf7_82vkcEnsz7vXE1ibOUhow1zAzlr0WTmj-ZBw-U9u1LME61-xN0aOdiNqD54tqAAukVIVonrh3wgH-BAxWt6gazgc1CY1dJWh-wfF4W-ckErQZ3AVj880nq9CfQNJgC7yCNWbhAt=w640-h426" width="640" /></a></div><br />On the gorgeous Scenic Eclipse, The World’s First Discovery Yacht™,
you’ll have a chance to experience the least-populated area on the planet on
the 13-day <a href="https://www.scenicusa.com/tours/antarctica-in-depth/10549"><b>Scenic
Antarctica in Depth</b></a> voyage. Taking a maximum of 200 passengers,
the cruise includes two stops in Argentina -- Buenos Aires and Ushuaia -- as
part of the itinerary to the frozen continent where the penguins have been
wondering what happened to all the people over the past two years. Priced from
$14,695 per person based on double occupancy, this is an adventurous voyage,
one that you’ll remember forever. Butler service, naturalist lectures and an
expedition parka to prepare you for the polar climes are included. Add to that
a luxury spa, yoga and Pilates studio, two helicopters and a submarine and you
have the makings of a true trip-of-a-lifetime. Multiple dates are available for
this <b><a href="http://www.scenicusa.com/">Scenic Luxury Cruises</a><span class="MsoHyperlink"> </span></b><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span color="windowtext">special</span></span>.<p class="MsoNormal"><b><br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #990000;">OCEANIA</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>A Tour of
Tahiti</b></p>
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combination <a href="https://tahititourisme.com/en-us" target="_blank"><b>Tahitian </b></a>land-sea holiday with <a href="https://www.windstarcruises.com/"><b>Windstar
Cruises’</b></a> <a href="https://www.windstarcruises.com/destinations/tahiti/"><b>Dreams of Tahiti</b></a><i><b>.</b> </i>The special package includes round-trip air to
Papeete, Tahiti from Los Angeles and one night pre-cruise and one night
post-cruise accommodations at the Intercontinental Tahiti Resort. The cruise
itself on the four-masted sail Wind Spirit holds only 148 guests and sails for
seven days among the gorgeous Tahitian islands. The
package is priced starting at $4,552 per guest based on double occupancy and
includes meals and water sports as well. <p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Diving in
the South Pacific</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi4_ZJ0sZ02c_7n6nuhi8Q4y7QMLxffXFXsOfhgDHhs1hXQMHvli97NNr6PI3z8sKsJb8vSfeMteEXhpen8nvcFoQ-RZlIpNXCBJRj5KxsXgYOHjfpcYA7wYZoJvIai56ya_g9oAIJq2M_kEEci529NvYmD_ogLNSdIz9rSAILHGc35cNxP-QdUh2Qw=s4889" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3091" data-original-width="4889" height="404" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi4_ZJ0sZ02c_7n6nuhi8Q4y7QMLxffXFXsOfhgDHhs1hXQMHvli97NNr6PI3z8sKsJb8vSfeMteEXhpen8nvcFoQ-RZlIpNXCBJRj5KxsXgYOHjfpcYA7wYZoJvIai56ya_g9oAIJq2M_kEEci529NvYmD_ogLNSdIz9rSAILHGc35cNxP-QdUh2Qw=w640-h404" width="640" /></a></div><br />Both experienced and beginning divers will love the
all-inclusive package to <a href="https://www.fijiresort.com/"><b>Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, Fij</b>i</a>, the
premier eco-luxury and scuba diving destination in the South Pacific. The South
Pacific Dive & Rejuvenate Package focuses on meaningful activities designed
for guests for a cultural and natural immersion. Included are traditional
<a href="https://www.fiji.travel/" target="_blank"><b>Fijian </b></a>storytelling, indigenous healing spa treatments, guided excursions with
the resident marine biologist, and diving in the underwater world of the South
Pacific. Customize the timing and activities with pricing starting at $330 USD
per adult per night.<p></p>
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against the Sellucid Greeks. It’s also a commemoration of the miracle of oil
that lasted eight nights during the re-sanctification of the Temple in
Jerusalem. Remembering this miracle, a menorah (or Hanukkiah) is lit for eight
nights with one candle added each nights until all eight (plus the “helper”
Shamash candle) glow brightly.</p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Join the festivities around the country (and nearby) at
these locations:</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.visitsarasota.com/"><b>Sarasota</b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">A jam-packed schedule of activities, HANDS ON HANUKKAH is a
community event taking place at <a href="https://mallatutc.com/">The Mall at UTC</a>
in Sarasota during the eight days of Hanukkah. The family-friendly events include
arts and crafts, raffles and giveaways, food and photos, storytelling, live
musical performances and a nightly lighting of the Hanukkiah. You’ll have a
chance to make an edible dreidel in addition to playing with dreidels with your
family. The program, produced by Temple Sinai Sarasota, is geared to all ages
and includes a daily mitzvah, a charity component.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0vinAL6Kq8fQnFFi6NzlBTGDjEXrXkmcgRLaMPt8Ww4NM6UzESjcD9V_NLkoVWAuzq9FuCFh6QQ7KOiaFvWNs9wqQu-8eY-j6qA7qcisGg94Rllk_nHBj8bVQCAOhXSj13u6l58BLgtk/s2048/menorah+saks+Sarasota.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0vinAL6Kq8fQnFFi6NzlBTGDjEXrXkmcgRLaMPt8Ww4NM6UzESjcD9V_NLkoVWAuzq9FuCFh6QQ7KOiaFvWNs9wqQu-8eY-j6qA7qcisGg94Rllk_nHBj8bVQCAOhXSj13u6l58BLgtk/w640-h480/menorah+saks+Sarasota.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg20jbR5QkuZJNhSwNWwLl7R-wQxWqCWwuii4wjE8Y8036dmXP2VfCT2Ugu1Cly9C8Hd2VDwMafmIdebCH0hYHIBtCC6tA-haDQCOyQCuzXk41gz8OWpugcg77XJCp0DQvw6NEtXGxO8zM/s2048/bethany+and+characters+Sarasota.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1764" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg20jbR5QkuZJNhSwNWwLl7R-wQxWqCWwuii4wjE8Y8036dmXP2VfCT2Ugu1Cly9C8Hd2VDwMafmIdebCH0hYHIBtCC6tA-haDQCOyQCuzXk41gz8OWpugcg77XJCp0DQvw6NEtXGxO8zM/w552-h640/bethany+and+characters+Sarasota.jpg" width="552" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.miamiandbeaches.com/"><b>Miami</b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Hialeah is the place to be for a non-stop, adults-only
Chanukah party. <a href="https://kushhospitality.com/locations/la-cocina/">La
Cocina Coctelería</a> will debut Miami’s first-ever Hanukkah-themed “pop-up”
bar, Hanukkah Harry’s Enchanted Forest. Offering a bright blue escape from customary
red and green embellishments, guests will enjoy a Hanukkah winter wonderland
with blue and white string lights, Star of David and dreidel ornaments, lighted
menorah décor and a “Mensch on a Bench.” </p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The matching cocktail list, sponsored by E11even Vodka,
includes holiday-inspired <i>Manischewitz
Punch (</i>E11even Vodka, Manischewitz, OJ and club soda), <i>Hanukkah Matata</i> (E11even Vodka, espresso, simple syrup, coffee
beans, and a black and white cookie), <i>Doc
Brown Goes Back To The De11i </i>(E11even Vodka, simple syrup, lemon juice,
Angostura bitters, mint leaves and Dr. Brown’s Cel-Ray Soda) and <i>B11oody Bubbe</i> (E11even Vodka, Bloody
Mary Mix and black salt).</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Adam Sandler’s Eight
Crazy Nights</i> film will be projected on a loop and a live DJ will perform on
Saturday nights. As part of traditional Hanukkah gift giving, guests will
receive E11even Vodka swag bags each evening.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR9krD-XxPI9w9UTv-ZTF5_fHGcSF_u37vKvFxH6sa3ClCZwhuKl3t7rqcXV5aQRnFyL1X0Jb2ZqfPV9adrbqBu-4BgPFN9pCk4yqcbjnbiASA3CZU7QUjqTBRFSVKADVeDGRw-h4nLHg/s2048/La+Cocteleria+Hanukkah+cocktail+and+menorah.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR9krD-XxPI9w9UTv-ZTF5_fHGcSF_u37vKvFxH6sa3ClCZwhuKl3t7rqcXV5aQRnFyL1X0Jb2ZqfPV9adrbqBu-4BgPFN9pCk4yqcbjnbiASA3CZU7QUjqTBRFSVKADVeDGRw-h4nLHg/w640-h480/La+Cocteleria+Hanukkah+cocktail+and+menorah.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.bahamas.com/"><b>The Bahamas</b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">If an island vacation is calling your name this Chanukah, you
can grab an easy ferry from Fort Lauderdale and observe the holiday in the
Bahamas thanks to the celebration at the <a href="https://www.atlantisbahamas.com/" target="_blank">Atlantis Paradise
Island</a> resort.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Mixing Bahamian hospitality with holiday tradition, Atlantis’s<b> </b><a href="https://www.atlantisbahamas.com/events/holidays-in-the-bahamas/chanukah-at-atlantis"><b>Festival of Lights</b></a> illuminates the
night sky throughout Chanukah. Each evening as the sun sets, menorahs will be
lit across the resort. On December 2, there will also be a Grand Chanukah
celebration with kosher food and drinks, a traditional lighting ceremony, and a
presentation from a Rabbi on global Chanukah celebrations.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG2TCnk-x0oBqa-dd7483Z_IWmzUpbAmAsWNg8D-MxJiOWB3ri4PLThRBZbGvAV6DQQh2ehiOY9EEz3yap_cqq-RAQzTW_pfWB01smu8GdiJzUZJbujX1WtaKDKN01PpUdiZyRqwFbQ60/s2048/Atlantis+Bahamas+credit+Chris+Villano.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG2TCnk-x0oBqa-dd7483Z_IWmzUpbAmAsWNg8D-MxJiOWB3ri4PLThRBZbGvAV6DQQh2ehiOY9EEz3yap_cqq-RAQzTW_pfWB01smu8GdiJzUZJbujX1WtaKDKN01PpUdiZyRqwFbQ60/w640-h426/Atlantis+Bahamas+credit+Chris+Villano.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.discoverlosangeles.com/"><b>Los Angeles</b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.genghiscohen.com/" target="_blank">Genghis
Cohen</a>, LA’s cult-favorite New York-style Chinese restaurant, celebrates
Hanukkah by launching a limited-edition Hanukkah ice cream, the <b>Gelty Pleasure</b>. Inspired by the
gold-wrapped chocolate coins called gelt given out during Hanukkah, owners Marc
Rose and Med Abrous of Call Mom have teamed up with <a href="https://cool.haus/" target="_blank">Coolhaus</a> ice cream and <a href="https://valerieconfections.com/" target="_blank">Valerie Confections</a> to
create the rich dessert of dark chocolate ganache ice cream with a
shimmery gold swirl.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBckyiK9FNzNiEAdqgTviU26pxER01-Qpr3jdpePmPWqgar8hd8xEybylDEI7qRuIyzlFPDGbSfuTMGaf7-3fKsL3D3pU19jjGP7WPdFtFW7sJ3RKGv1fgwSvXxejY7gc_TFzV21nvjVE/s2048/Genghis+Cohen+Gelty+Pleasures+courtesy+Genghis+Cohen.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBckyiK9FNzNiEAdqgTviU26pxER01-Qpr3jdpePmPWqgar8hd8xEybylDEI7qRuIyzlFPDGbSfuTMGaf7-3fKsL3D3pU19jjGP7WPdFtFW7sJ3RKGv1fgwSvXxejY7gc_TFzV21nvjVE/w640-h480/Genghis+Cohen+Gelty+Pleasures+courtesy+Genghis+Cohen.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal">To create your own at-home Chanukah feast, <a href="https://www.wisesonsdeli.com/">Wise Sons Deli</a> has a special holiday
menu that pairs classic Jewish recipes with a Californian perspective. Choose
from elevated classics including braided challah, chicken broth with matzo
balls, potato latkes, roast chicken, winter veggies, cinnamon or chocolate
babka, rugelach and chocolate chip cookies. The menu is available at all
California locations.</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib3Cu4poEjXU_lnhtoi03SN82NTv-U2dq1nDbSLrG76FX1NJ2HA0nS9val30Vyg3u6ZpmcAWjvG3snvoLejL1q7kNMDHOlVJtgGIWROCijgpF-FXVWasyNl5Yz1F0zwl8fsHOW9aiVfR0/s2000/Latke-Plate+courtesy+Wise+Sons.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1333" data-original-width="2000" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib3Cu4poEjXU_lnhtoi03SN82NTv-U2dq1nDbSLrG76FX1NJ2HA0nS9val30Vyg3u6ZpmcAWjvG3snvoLejL1q7kNMDHOlVJtgGIWROCijgpF-FXVWasyNl5Yz1F0zwl8fsHOW9aiVfR0/w640-h426/Latke-Plate+courtesy+Wise+Sons.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.visitoakland.com/"><b>Oakland, California</b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Oakland’s <a href="https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/efda31e438c8bb3fbfcdc04726294a9fe0cbffd0?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnyl.as%2Ft1%2F98%2F7tvlpfzk1ugcfes9otofny7k8%2F0%2Fc81a73f01401afa33332dfb369db1feaa00187741915deb5ab20f64a696835f9&userId=5966719&signature=ceb9fc7894432d72" target="_blank">Pomella</a> restaurant hosts a fun and innovative Hanukkah
festival that highlights a local vendor every night (and light) of the holiday.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>First light</i> --
Pomella offers a Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich in cooperation with contemporary
Israeli caterer <a href="https://www.bishulimsf.com/">Bishulim SF</a>. The schnitzel
will be served on a house-made challah roll with matbucha (Moroccan tomato
salad), fried eggplant and hummus, served with pickled veggies and tahini
sauce.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Second light</i> –
Pomella shows off its own culinary talents with special multi-flavor rugelach.
Choose your favorite, fruity raspberry, almond and chocolate or tangy apricot,
walnut and chocolate.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Third light</i> – San
Francisco deli <a href="https://onemarket.com/">Mark ‘n Mike’s</a> will be
serving their popular Reuben Latkes.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Fourth light</i> – California
spirit-maker <a href="https://absinthia.com/">Absinthia</a> will offer absinthe
tastings.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Fifth light</i> --
Wines are highlighted at a tasting with <a href="https://covenantwines.com/">Covenant</a>,
California's premier kosher winery.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Sixth and seventh
lights</i> -- It’s a sweet night with hand-made sufganiyot (Israeli jelly
donuts) filled with strawberry-raspberry jam from Oakland’s <a href="https://www.donutsavant.com/">Donut Savant</a>.</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7U8l3ecqJsR5o8QCAmtMDYkJC5SqeEIaNHpxMuvtwPfyq8thnDQSLT-TwMfrEPpNUdjMeoiNBMDxkxBKqUXfxkftOuHJ0yP7rII0HIXQjSFxrj8zpZjTWDW0uL7DPDfBvnwlknb6mhcw/s1080/Abbale+Telavivian+sufganiyot.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="903" data-original-width="1080" height="536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7U8l3ecqJsR5o8QCAmtMDYkJC5SqeEIaNHpxMuvtwPfyq8thnDQSLT-TwMfrEPpNUdjMeoiNBMDxkxBKqUXfxkftOuHJ0yP7rII0HIXQjSFxrj8zpZjTWDW0uL7DPDfBvnwlknb6mhcw/w640-h536/Abbale+Telavivian+sufganiyot.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sufganiyot, Abbale Telavivian, Miami Beach<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i>Seventh light</i>
(last Sunday of Hanukkah, December 5) -- Pomella will partner with bagel phenom
<a href="https://boichikbagels.com/">Boichik</a> for a bagel brunch. Order one
of the Berkeley shop’s specials, a Merguez Bagel Sandwich with fried egg, feta
aioli and harissa on a sesame bagel or a house-made gravlax platter with
pastrami spices, dill cream cheese and all the toppings.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Eighth day</i> -- <a href="https://www.solomons.co/">Solomon's</a> of Sacramento will serve a Thai-inspired
fried chicken sandwich with red chili curry kewpie aioli and turmeric pickles
with fresh cabbage and cilantro. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfK0xvdIitsgkY6xuYsxtT9VoVMFFqTqum6O8vXJYCum4KqoLNY12p-RQyf0etGI8uhKyGwCdhBnI6n0HAv4yTkajeKMk9Zg6kEqN-63aRSjzlWrNv5vfdl28tCcSA7O2DgDRZC8L0vgs/s960/Menorah_The+Venetian+Resort+Las+Vegas.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfK0xvdIitsgkY6xuYsxtT9VoVMFFqTqum6O8vXJYCum4KqoLNY12p-RQyf0etGI8uhKyGwCdhBnI6n0HAv4yTkajeKMk9Zg6kEqN-63aRSjzlWrNv5vfdl28tCcSA7O2DgDRZC8L0vgs/w480-h640/Menorah_The+Venetian+Resort+Las+Vegas.jpg" width="480" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Venetian, Las Vegas<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.lvcva.com/"><b>Las Vegas</b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">You might not associate Sin City with a Chanukah
celebration, but there are many restaurants, resorts and other venues adding holiday
cheer with Vegas-style fêtes.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">On Saturday, December 4 <a href="https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/">The Venetian Resort Las Vegas</a> will
conduct a grand menorah lighting ceremony. In an event open to the public, Rabbi
Harlig of Chabad of Southern Nevada will light a giant menorah in front of The
Venetian's outdoor canal. The event will also feature live music and entertainment. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgix-srdnb5IsvmPTvN_9b4vDFlVsyNnCNHcD6LtAVXqBT-7WXMNcxLr2nXlIiwBZuIX4mDzLRh0jt_p2hdTcaT0_Ys8xdmw1Mx1AFFEogsHs19Yes5dUxNEmD2_Je6WgUmqoEyt0EV8dI/s2048/Lihgting+the+Menorah+at+the+Venetian.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgix-srdnb5IsvmPTvN_9b4vDFlVsyNnCNHcD6LtAVXqBT-7WXMNcxLr2nXlIiwBZuIX4mDzLRh0jt_p2hdTcaT0_Ys8xdmw1Mx1AFFEogsHs19Yes5dUxNEmD2_Je6WgUmqoEyt0EV8dI/w640-h426/Lihgting+the+Menorah+at+the+Venetian.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In a Vegas rendition of a dreidel game, Chanukah revelers
can enjoy the holiday at the <a href="https://emporiumlv.com/">Emporium Arcade
Bar</a> at Las Vegas’s new <a href="https://area15.com/">AREA15</a> immersive
entertainment complex. Each guest will receive 10 free game tokens during the
eight nights of Hanukkah.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Sports lovers aren’t left out in Las Vegas. Before the Vegas
Golden Knights’ ice hockey game on December 5, there will be a menorah lighting
that is free and open to the public outside <a href="https://www.t-mobilearena.com/">T-Mobile Arena</a> at Toshiba Plaza. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Befitting Las Vegas’s status as one of the country’s premier
dining destinations, diners can enjoy Chanukah treats throughout the holiday at
<a href="https://virginhotelslv.com/dine-and-drink/one-steakhouse/">One
Steakhouse</a>, located at the new <a href="https://virginhotelslv.com/dine-and-drink/one-steakhouse/">Virgin Hotels
Las Vegas</a>. Prepared by Executive Chef Patrick Munster, the restaurant
serves up a special Hanukkah dinner with seared domestic lamb strip loin with
toasted barley, escarole, potato-carrot latkes, roasted garlic gremolata and
currant lamb <i>jus</i>.</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrAa35hcoX2QZFnm4hYz5eWwRetmus8X7r6zs3P5_folFPZVtCJHGbTUUkQ3qf4N5pA-DnSxm0To-4SKx0KRg0M6aNsUZqcC2dx71ej05en3gASHSoXJvUGxq48uzXObHZf_vWGVRNk6o/s2048/One+Steakhouse_Hanukkah_Jeff+Ragazzo.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1273" data-original-width="2048" height="398" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrAa35hcoX2QZFnm4hYz5eWwRetmus8X7r6zs3P5_folFPZVtCJHGbTUUkQ3qf4N5pA-DnSxm0To-4SKx0KRg0M6aNsUZqcC2dx71ej05en3gASHSoXJvUGxq48uzXObHZf_vWGVRNk6o/w640-h398/One+Steakhouse_Hanukkah_Jeff+Ragazzo.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Away from the Strip at <a href="https://www.greenvalleyranch.com/">Green Valley Ranch</a> in Henderson<a href="https://bottiglialv.com/"><span color="windowtext" style="text-decoration-line: none;">, </span>Bottiglia Cucina & Enoteca</a> offers a
special Hanukkah menu available for all eight days of Chanukah. Choose a
complete feast with challah bread with honey butter; shaved carrot and radish
salad with arugula and citrus vinaigrette; braised brisket with red wine demi-glace,
rainbow carrots and mashed potatoes; and a Hanukkah-appropriate apple pie knish
with cinnamon crème anglaise.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For that late-night (or early morning) munch, <a href="http://www.pinkboxdoughnuts.com/">Pinkbox Doughnuts®</a> brightens Las
Vegas Hanukkah celebrations with festive treats that draw inspiration from
sweet traditions. Available through the day after Christmas, the sweets collection
includes <i>Hanukkah PEE-WEEZ®,</i> glazed
vanilla cake bites rolled in Hanukkah sprinkles; <i>Hanukkah Jellies</i>, powdered sugar-coated raised shells filled with
homemade raspberry jelly; the <i>Hanukkah
Ring</i>, a white frosted, glazed vanilla cake topped with Hanukkah sprinkles; and
the <i>Star of David,</i> a white frosted
raised Star of David topped with blue sprinkles.</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJNYR9WZquqH3rHqMj18JcXiEL7ugl6LtKH7_4U80UH2xJ5RhucjfykHiJb1nqKwKdTXEgsFdmmU9S_cFshH5NYu3FuiV0ZJBSUwd_Wj9-FIIZLGNwc2nA-nzjtE7c8koVVkp4rjsnpQQ/s1920/Pinkbox+Hanukkah+Doughnuts.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJNYR9WZquqH3rHqMj18JcXiEL7ugl6LtKH7_4U80UH2xJ5RhucjfykHiJb1nqKwKdTXEgsFdmmU9S_cFshH5NYu3FuiV0ZJBSUwd_Wj9-FIIZLGNwc2nA-nzjtE7c8koVVkp4rjsnpQQ/w640-h360/Pinkbox+Hanukkah+Doughnuts.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.choosechicago.com/"><b>Chicago</b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Families aren’t overlooked in Chicago. Perfect for all ages
for a home celebration, Chicago’s <a href="https://us-west-2.protection.sophos.com/?d=beatrixrestaurants.com&u=aHR0cDovL3d3dy5iZWF0cml4cmVzdGF1cmFudHMuY29tLw==&i=NjBmMGFjMTAyNjY5MjEwZjZhYTVmNjJl&t=bm9oODZZaDBudzBuODRWQUcrOG1MVHl0TkFhcUVCMUl1cVZENEs5UkhpST0=&h=975c1d3bbdc04e2c88d9059cf8ad5bd2" target="_blank">Beatrix</a> restaurants’ new Hanukkah Cookie Decorating Kit comes
with six Hanukkah-themed sugar cookies, four piping bags with icing (dark blue,
light blue, white and yellow) and sprinkles. Local pick-up or delivery is
available from the River North, Streeterville and Fulton Market locations.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">If you’d rather take the gang out to dinner, Mediterranean
restaurant <a href="https://us-west-2.protection.sophos.com/?d=emachicago.com&u=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZW1hY2hpY2Fnby5jb20v&i=NjBmMGFjMTAyNjY5MjEwZjZhYTVmNjJl&t=ZGl1Rmt5YzZsNThPSHczOGRyQzNQSS85NUNnbUFmc2hBZlZVeXhON3JpUT0=&h=975c1d3bbdc04e2c88d9059cf8ad5bd2" target="_blank">Ema</a> from Chef CJ Jacobson offers up a special Hanukkah menu with updated traditional favorites. Order the likes of Parmesan, Potato & Brussels Sprout
Latkes and Grilled Harissa Spiced Sea Bass with roasted garlic yogurt
sauce, pine nuts, herb salad and grilled lemon.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.visitsanantonio.com/"><b>San Antonio</b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Chabad Center for Jewish Life & Learning welcomes
you to the 24<sup>th</sup> annual <a href="https://www.chabadsa.com/">Chanukah
on the River</a><b> </b>festival along San Antonio’s famous River
Walk. The December 5 celebration is a joyous day filled with <a href="file://192.168.2.50/data/ALL%20DATA/Splash/chanukaontheriver.com">cruises</a>
along the river, music by the Moshav Band, and prizes for all ages. A Chanukah
menorah will be lit at the Pearl Shade Structure each night of Chanukah.</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggbQoKAnre39NoTZjzRcVprWWLf8j5Zb5pCj3u1EDysNM0HuDBxLHPHInqtB3hH8TPq3eZNhYEOJqEoq2ukuJ7D_DexS7prIwXO69DwjYLRrhF3spg3_uKBBfdCV-1zTAVsu2M6peEFgk/s2048/Chanukah+on+the+Riverwalk+courtesy+San+Antonio+Tourism.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggbQoKAnre39NoTZjzRcVprWWLf8j5Zb5pCj3u1EDysNM0HuDBxLHPHInqtB3hH8TPq3eZNhYEOJqEoq2ukuJ7D_DexS7prIwXO69DwjYLRrhF3spg3_uKBBfdCV-1zTAVsu2M6peEFgk/w640-h426/Chanukah+on+the+Riverwalk+courtesy+San+Antonio+Tourism.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.nycgo.com/"><b>New York City</b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">New York has a wealth of experiences designed for
celebrating Chanukah. Many <a href="https://www.travelandfoodnotes.com/2021/11/chanukah-dining-in-new-york-city.html">restaurants
offer special menus</a> or add latkes, brisket and sufganiyot to their menus. A
personal favorite: Empellon Taqueria’s potato latke taco!</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBuD0TxasvitHb8yUf9aRqxFrDco_ZD-YOF2Og4VRiNG4WtEESA-6YWdHFK6Pt7AIau_gUMAoHlzIT9AixzeJlwRey9Xt4h7Jeb3z0rV0jQrqvLCvFVjC9QjTmx46t-LSIm8s4VNOjj3E/s2048/Wise+Sons+latkes+.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1366" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBuD0TxasvitHb8yUf9aRqxFrDco_ZD-YOF2Og4VRiNG4WtEESA-6YWdHFK6Pt7AIau_gUMAoHlzIT9AixzeJlwRey9Xt4h7Jeb3z0rV0jQrqvLCvFVjC9QjTmx46t-LSIm8s4VNOjj3E/w640-h426/Wise+Sons+latkes+.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Latke platter, Wise Sons, California<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal">In addition, two of the United States’ largest menorahs
stand tall in the city and are <a href="https://www.nycgo.com/events/lighting-of-the-worlds-largest-hanukkah-menorah/">lit
each of the eight nights of Chanukah</a>, one in Manhattan at the southern edge
of Central Park at Grand Army Plaza and the other in Brooklyn at its own Grand
Army Plaza. Each menorah is 32-feet-tall and is made of 4000 pounds of steel.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Two museums celebrate the holiday with fun activities:</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://thejewishmuseum.org/calendar/events/2021/12/05/hanukkah-hunt-gallery-program" title="https://thejewishmuseum.org/calendar/events/2021/12/05/hanukkah-hunt-gallery-program">Hanukkah
Hunt Gallery at The Jewish Museum</a> -
On December 5, families can explore the Manhattan museum’s collection of
menorahs from around the world. Children are encouraged to hunt through the
collection, draw their discoveries in a sketchbook, and learn about the history
of holiday through the years. In observance of health requirements, timed
tickets are required.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.latkefestival.com/" title="https://www.latkefestival.com/">11th Annual Latke Festival at the
Brooklyn Museum</a> - One of NYC’s most distinctive
holiday tastings, the Latke Festival on December 6 is a charity event that
celebrates the most delicious and most creative potato pancakes. Past winners
have included Chef Dima Martseniuk of <a href="https://www.veselka.com/">Veselka</a>
for “Best Vegetarian Latke” and Chef David Burke for “Best Newcomer Latke.”</p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJZaxZ059RGAVHCK0lM6MYsVHAhNDAVPk7kp0LxKvowPny0-YyP2tBzasyARTEa6s2v5VcFemCBe5uVKDeULVZR6N2cfp7HYnF3JM02dMVV-DNGYQm6t-dPJtKMlEED931XNY2D7bTf0g/s640/Deko+cocktails+for+Chanukah+courtesy+Deko.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="427" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJZaxZ059RGAVHCK0lM6MYsVHAhNDAVPk7kp0LxKvowPny0-YyP2tBzasyARTEa6s2v5VcFemCBe5uVKDeULVZR6N2cfp7HYnF3JM02dMVV-DNGYQm6t-dPJtKMlEED931XNY2D7bTf0g/w428-h640/Deko+cocktails+for+Chanukah+courtesy+Deko.jpg" width="428" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.discoverlongisland.com/"><b>Long Island</b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Lest you think that Chanukah isn’t celebrated with some
bubbly or other special libation, <a href="https://dekococktails.com/">Dekō
Cocktails</a> is a new, certified kosher bottled cocktail company out of Long
Island, New York with two beverages introduced just in time for the holiday.
The ready-to-drink Bee’s Knees and Gold Rush cocktails use the fresh produce of
the North Fork to create classic cocktails with a Long Island twist. Order
these online for shipping anywhere or for delivery in NYC and Long Island. They
also make a perfect hostess gift with their opulent Art Deco design bottles.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-9239240562398175692021-11-28T17:00:00.005-05:002021-11-30T00:15:00.487-05:00Chanukah Dining in New York City<p style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", "Bitstream Charter", Times, serif; font-size: 13px;"></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Here are a dozen places where you can get your latke, sufganiyot and brisket fix in Manhattan and Brooklyn.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwtzwb2EFQpYYivCsTL-0FqcI5DYZMBc7Jgihb3UNvtrcCY_htUzTVU98hWYOV4pZXfw_schazlbErStYPuBtmtW4UV9eV9oVXVCEMAaKQl-kkTiBFZEBpS_UjYqFVY8p02L0vSLZoWv0/s2048/Veselka+credit+Meryl+Pearlstein.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwtzwb2EFQpYYivCsTL-0FqcI5DYZMBc7Jgihb3UNvtrcCY_htUzTVU98hWYOV4pZXfw_schazlbErStYPuBtmtW4UV9eV9oVXVCEMAaKQl-kkTiBFZEBpS_UjYqFVY8p02L0vSLZoWv0/w640-h480/Veselka+credit+Meryl+Pearlstein.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Manhattan</b></h2>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.veselka.com/">Veselka</a></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal">Late-night revelers know <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Veselka</b> in the East Village. The Ukrainian restaurant has been
addressing munchies and warding off hangovers with their hearty borscht and
pierogis since 1954. But, truly, it’s their latkes that are a standout for
Chanukah. Dense and packed with potato flavor without any trace of greasiness,
Veselka latkes have mastered the art of the potato pancake. You can sit outside in one
of their private booths with heat lamps or join the party spirit indoors with
the cool kids.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvOoGpzz6vk0qDmzvqiBGj9MTjYRjOV7MK2CFRvMSxqXgyqeOjRjWViP-Xln1uuWvDVCfDFm6tCMhl72o6bIzi_4Z8-PhgeHyYwY5ZvozqJDCTByRs3Mr4ba8M2-fG_R77wz7fARauz4g/s2048/Veselka+latke.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvOoGpzz6vk0qDmzvqiBGj9MTjYRjOV7MK2CFRvMSxqXgyqeOjRjWViP-Xln1uuWvDVCfDFm6tCMhl72o6bIzi_4Z8-PhgeHyYwY5ZvozqJDCTByRs3Mr4ba8M2-fG_R77wz7fARauz4g/w640-h480/Veselka+latke.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://dagonnyc.com/" target="_blank">Dagon</a></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal">Light your Menorah and then then head to the Upper West Side
to the new Levantine restaurant <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Dagon</b>
from Chef Ari Bokovza. The pandemic-be-damned restaurant is serving up fresh
grated potato latkes with a choice of three creative sides for their first
Chanukah meal. Have it your way with a choice of horseradish-za’atar
yogurt, smoked salmon, silan (date) and ginger apple sauce,
pastrami-spiced short rib marmalade, harissa ketchup, tahini-amba (pickled
mango), roasted bone marrow or American paddlefish caviar. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.loewshotels.com/regency-hotel/dining/restaurant">The Regency
Bar & Grill</a></h3><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Well-known among NYC’s power brokers, <b>The Regency Bar & Grill</b> on Park Avenue welcomes all with its
Festival of Lights celebrations for lunch and dinner. Spice up your meal with classic
Matzah Ball Soup and Carrots or a stack of potato latkes as you discuss the
fate of the world and NYC business.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE242QagaOnNkEc9jyB5e-8HqM1ZVHoMCMjxv41Rv7TL8ftVl75q4HCDh8Eq_KV6yxv31s1YKQlVuaQ_delrrrkc2njcd0x_9-eoQZJVHdRg3QqAIzX6W0H9_YOJDYLhjkLxX3Oq7a4Us/s2048/Matzoh+Ball+Soup+courtesy+Regency+Bar+%2526+Grill.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE242QagaOnNkEc9jyB5e-8HqM1ZVHoMCMjxv41Rv7TL8ftVl75q4HCDh8Eq_KV6yxv31s1YKQlVuaQ_delrrrkc2njcd0x_9-eoQZJVHdRg3QqAIzX6W0H9_YOJDYLhjkLxX3Oq7a4Us/w640-h480/Matzoh+Ball+Soup+courtesy+Regency+Bar+%2526+Grill.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://zouzousnyc.com/" target="_blank">Zou Zou’s</a> </h3><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In the new Manhattan West development behind Penn Station, the
lively Eastern Mediterranean restaurant from Chef Madeline Sperling joins
Executive Sous Chef Juliana Latif to celebrate Chanukah with an updated take on
potato latkes, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Zou Zou’s</b> Crispy Latkes with
Frizzled Thyme.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.balaboostanyc.com/">Balaboosta</a></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal">Star of Israeli-Persian-Yemenite dining at her Meatpacking
District restaurant, Chef Einat Admony has added holiday specials to <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Balaboosta’s</b> menu. You can order Sufganiyot,
the Israeli jelly donut staple of Chanukah, here filled with savory chicken
liver mousse and topped with a sweet amarena cherry compote. Additionally, try the Zengoula, a fresh
Middle Eastern take on Chanukah sweets. The crisp funnel cakes are made with
rose water, saffron honey and pistachio.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://pjbernstein.com/">PJ Bernstein</a></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal">Delis are a no-brainer when it comes to finding latkes on
the menu year-round. Steve and Eugene Slobodksi’s <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">PJ Bernstein</b> on the Upper East Side has one of the best choices
with more than half century of experience. Served up with apple sauce or sour
cream, the latkes are delicious and worthy of ordering a bunch to go to freeze
for the week. I’d prefer that you ignore the sour cream and just let the potatoes
and apple combination work its magic. </p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://2ndavedeli.com/">2nd Ave. Deli</a> </h3>
<p class="MsoNormal">The <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Second Avenue
Deli</b> may no longer be located on Second Avenue, but no matter, this is the
real deal when it comes to deli dining and especially latkes. The latkes at
their two locations on the Upper East Side and Midtown have been perfected over
the deli’s 65-year history and it shows. They’re crispy with no trace of oil.
The deli even uses them to create a crazy sandwich worthy of sharing, the
Instant Heart Attack: it’s a mountain of a creation with corned beef, pastrami,
turkey or salami between two latkes. I’m not sure that apple sauce would work
with that.</p><p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="file://192.168.2.50/data/ALL%20DATA/AllNy.com/Who's%20Jac%20W.%3f">Who’s
Jac W.?</a></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal">This upstart restaurant featuring a mashup of styles and
nationalities is offering latkes for their inaugural season. Indeed, Chef Joel
Reiss’s latkes continue the inventive theme with Scallion Latkes turned into a
meal with braised short rib, horseradish sour cream, natural jus and chive oil.
For a sweet spin on a beverage to accompany, the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Who’s Jac W.?</b> sangria is made with Manischewitz wine, brandy, apple
pucker, berry syrup and cranberry juice. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6Ry-mlL7LGio8nzJVBp7-UJrSoK_fusG4q4faNEP2AWUl4sjRCGV5OUvVojQf8qropH9TwEPtE44C5DOjizwP560gbAJvtRqWfsJXE-Ybxfa097J0rhxSaD3wBz75pCfyVOgoHZN9D7g/s2048/Who%2527s+Jac+W.+scallion+latkes+couirtesy+of+Who%2527s+Jac+W.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6Ry-mlL7LGio8nzJVBp7-UJrSoK_fusG4q4faNEP2AWUl4sjRCGV5OUvVojQf8qropH9TwEPtE44C5DOjizwP560gbAJvtRqWfsJXE-Ybxfa097J0rhxSaD3wBz75pCfyVOgoHZN9D7g/w640-h360/Who%2527s+Jac+W.+scallion+latkes+couirtesy+of+Who%2527s+Jac+W.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj62cepxiSvIWvunnFc6agey0gFSESxWotzbntf_H5PkboLIqeukEqw7UX0zkXrN3r1xf_v5cRnlXz-SfIv0JI_uR5wNZaYyl79qPvKWuB1ElcKLJJb7crCM43PZk6cIEY9zRFbxbeXyJ0/s2048/Manishewitz+sangria+at+Who%2527s+Jac+W+credit+A.+H.+Reiss+Photography+-+Copy.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1366" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj62cepxiSvIWvunnFc6agey0gFSESxWotzbntf_H5PkboLIqeukEqw7UX0zkXrN3r1xf_v5cRnlXz-SfIv0JI_uR5wNZaYyl79qPvKWuB1ElcKLJJb7crCM43PZk6cIEY9zRFbxbeXyJ0/w640-h426/Manishewitz+sangria+at+Who%2527s+Jac+W+credit+A.+H.+Reiss+Photography+-+Copy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.samesanyc.com/about">Samesa</a></h3><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Brisket is the name of the game at this Mediterranean fast-casual
eatery at Rockefeller Center. After a day of skating or watching the light
spectacular on the façade of Saks Fifth Avenue, head indoors to <b>Samesa</b> to warm up with this
rib-sticking version made Mediterranean-style with apricots, dates, leeks and
oranges as well as the usual holiday root veggies. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghcHCxSqr3Y-epNS91eSn2dz1wpGLiZRs3XMMc72N23eic0O4uxsE17oJ5QF7js7dKBg5JwrKmw0SJ9EfFshC6cIiKSKADlm3wvkJ21dKBuH2I6ZcPHOIXMCtXQjDHOvHVQlYEvln7jgk/s2048/Samesa+brisket+courtesy+Samesa.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghcHCxSqr3Y-epNS91eSn2dz1wpGLiZRs3XMMc72N23eic0O4uxsE17oJ5QF7js7dKBg5JwrKmw0SJ9EfFshC6cIiKSKADlm3wvkJ21dKBuH2I6ZcPHOIXMCtXQjDHOvHVQlYEvln7jgk/w640-h640/Samesa+brisket+courtesy+Samesa.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.butterfieldmarket.com/">Butterfield
Market</a></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal">Technically, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Butterfield
Market</b> isn’t a restaurant – it’s where you order your takeout to create
your at-home “restaurant.” Lucky for us, Butterfield Market doesn’t restrict
selling their fabulous latkes to Chanukah. The light and golden potato pancakes
are a tad on the pricy side but they’re worth it. And Butterfield’s homemade
apple sauce is truly a thing of gastronomic beauty. Be sure to order a large
portion of that as well, as you’ll want to eat it by the spoon even after
you’ve finished all of your latkes.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;"><b>Brooklyn</b></h2>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.olmstednyc.com/">Olmsted</a> </h3>
<p class="MsoNormal">The acclaimed Prospect Heights restaurant from Chef Greg
Baxtrom is offering a Giant Latke at their popular weekend brunch. Each Giant Latke
is served in its own cast iron skillet and is topped with lemon crème fraiche
and trout roe, very much <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Olmsted</b>-style
and very much delicious.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKsBFe5a8LnSh6vKkovXWhnp2F2-DzkT-Omg5p5h8ePfr6p9g9ZMoSmrGtWsz_6cL1nJjeWxT5muaSF_IDbyqFIfZzJ_Sz2VpVQr3ig5aMndxmNdoMUgSzVviPMgfQerhbMO0mOVH2x-M/s2048/OLMSTED+latke+courtesy+Olmsted.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1366" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKsBFe5a8LnSh6vKkovXWhnp2F2-DzkT-Omg5p5h8ePfr6p9g9ZMoSmrGtWsz_6cL1nJjeWxT5muaSF_IDbyqFIfZzJ_Sz2VpVQr3ig5aMndxmNdoMUgSzVviPMgfQerhbMO0mOVH2x-M/w640-h426/OLMSTED+latke+courtesy+Olmsted.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <o:p></o:p><p></p>
<h3 style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.timeoutmarket.com/newyork/eat-and-drink/clinton-st-baking-company/" target="_blank">Clinton Street Baking Company</a> </h3>
<p class="MsoNormal">Combining a brunch staple with a Hanukkah twist, the <a href="https://www.timeout.com/newyork/time-out-market">Time Out Market</a>
restaurant-bakery entices you to Brooklyn with its rich Latke Eggs
Benedict. Chef Neil Kleinberg poaches cage-free eggs, pairs them
with house smoked salmon and adds a bath of classic Hollandaise sauce, all
served over crispy potato pancakes.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhewCzWvQvz8olmatgZUCYIgJFb1ut_FPt3PEhu1od28MKtx2DQ_xPreGYa_b-FY50Fo2nxdJURdg_n3KqDS-qMY7lltX2WGXI4gvRpPdY-G13_t9puzD3mD_VF6Q34RpvYhf9b_WSiR6M/s600/Clinton+Street+Baking+Company+Latke+Eggs+Benedict.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhewCzWvQvz8olmatgZUCYIgJFb1ut_FPt3PEhu1od28MKtx2DQ_xPreGYa_b-FY50Fo2nxdJURdg_n3KqDS-qMY7lltX2WGXI4gvRpPdY-G13_t9puzD3mD_VF6Q34RpvYhf9b_WSiR6M/w640-h640/Clinton+Street+Baking+Company+Latke+Eggs+Benedict.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <o:p></o:p><p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><br /><p></p>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-32696314126116481032021-11-24T11:16:00.003-05:002021-11-24T11:16:33.798-05:0024 New York City Restaurants for Thanksgiving Dining<p><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvi7ezqOJFIEzGOiBftndGcerLgTS9pusSjAR7VgblVgcjNrcz0UtmDJ4Isi0zwGu3KoNh7-JlyKLjdZOfpYjNoB3njvliKhaVcFVJQOrnT1C4yFi6lavtd6ygulIYy6VRdK35HagkB0Q/s2048/Black+Tap_Thanksgiving+Turkey+Burger_Photo+Credit+Black+Tap.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvi7ezqOJFIEzGOiBftndGcerLgTS9pusSjAR7VgblVgcjNrcz0UtmDJ4Isi0zwGu3KoNh7-JlyKLjdZOfpYjNoB3njvliKhaVcFVJQOrnT1C4yFi6lavtd6ygulIYy6VRdK35HagkB0Q/w640-h426/Black+Tap_Thanksgiving+Turkey+Burger_Photo+Credit+Black+Tap.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Thanksgiving dining in New York doesn’t have to be traditional.
You can have an all-American turkey-with-all-the-trimmings version, or change
it up with some international spice. Leave the cooking to the professionals
this year – you deserve it – and choose from these 24 delicious choices.</span><p></p>
<h1 style="text-align: left;"><b><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">AMERICAN</span></b></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.thestandardgrill.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><span color="windowtext"><b>The Standard Grill</b></span></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://www.thestandardgrill.com/"><span color="windowtext">The Standard Grill</span></a> invites you to dine indoors or
outdoors to observe an American Thanksgiving dinner, enhanced with the
restaurant’s seasonal favorites. You’ll love Chef Jean-Paul Lourdes’
traditional turkey with truffle stuffing, roasted root veggies and cranberry
sauce. Non-meat eaters have of-the-season choices like roasted pumpkin ravioli
with black sesame, or big-eye tuna Wellington with mushroom duxelles. Desserts
stick to holiday favorites apple and cherry pies. You can walk off your dinner
with a stroll along the adjacent High Line.</span><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSq0li9gp0NB6jYxHGJ1EPju4mrzHQfhG2_Odqcj6Pu-Ho-YmZmMEZZs-srA08D8xdVCwDmFBGTTo2wj2yaLBT1yPrWd2YRnRXm8cWECTAJ5wiJgx9od30Zd7qCeGaz6clY_i5Kw6KSSk/s2048/Salmon_Standard-Grill-Sep-20211063+courtesy+The+Standard+Grill.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1463" data-original-width="2048" height="458" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSq0li9gp0NB6jYxHGJ1EPju4mrzHQfhG2_Odqcj6Pu-Ho-YmZmMEZZs-srA08D8xdVCwDmFBGTTo2wj2yaLBT1yPrWd2YRnRXm8cWECTAJ5wiJgx9od30Zd7qCeGaz6clY_i5Kw6KSSk/w640-h458/Salmon_Standard-Grill-Sep-20211063+courtesy+The+Standard+Grill.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"><br /></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://hudsonyardsgrill.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Hudson Yards Grill</a><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Also a short walk from the High Line, Michael Lomonaco’s <a href="https://hudsonyardsgrill.com/">Hudson Yards Grill</a> presents a
three-course <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">prix fixe</i> dinner built
around holiday classics like<span style="color: black;"> butternut squash soup,
roasted Lancaster County turkey with sage stuffing and sweet potatoes, and apple
pie. If your preference for Thanksgiving is slightly less traditional, you can
order Faroe Island salmon as part of the set menu or choose from the restaurant’s
a la carte menu where a popular choice is Lomonaco’s oversized burger. </span></span><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4mawfQ2_GmCFw79x5qHHUwDpCOkJ8bG5a_88MOzEoNamwcCdCX9u2Yilt1vDFxAVT7uC7XNhXlfYCDX4Z5Hc7QCv4L5noI52pkhf4P52Q679hVvaqkyXD21XT8dOHujBZpuD3ZEAs9NE/s2048/Hudson+Yards+Grill+courtesy+HYG.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4mawfQ2_GmCFw79x5qHHUwDpCOkJ8bG5a_88MOzEoNamwcCdCX9u2Yilt1vDFxAVT7uC7XNhXlfYCDX4Z5Hc7QCv4L5noI52pkhf4P52Q679hVvaqkyXD21XT8dOHujBZpuD3ZEAs9NE/w640-h426/Hudson+Yards+Grill+courtesy+HYG.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"><br /></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.ralphlauren.com/global-polo-bar" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><span color="windowtext"><b>The Polo Bar</b></span></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">It’s no surprise Ralph Lauren’s <a href="https://www.ralphlauren.com/global-polo-bar"><span color="windowtext">The
Polo Bar</span></a> stays true to tradition for Thanksgiving. After all, this
is Ralph Lauren, the embodiment of Americana in dress as well as food. The
restaurant will prepare classics done Polo Bar-style including Green Circle
Farms free-range turkey, Calvados gravy, maple-bacon baby Brussels sprouts,
sweet potato gratin, house-made cornbread, cranberry sauce and chestnut
stuffing. Desserts are equally enticing with a choice of apple-quince pie,
pumpkin and vanilla-bourbon ice cream sundae, and Charleston bourbon pecan pie.
Side dishes can be added to the family-style meal along with wine or cocktails.
Add a Polo Bar touch with dinner menu favorites including shrimp cocktail,
Ralph’s corned beef bites, kale and autumn root vegetable salad, pigs in a
blanket, honeynut squash soup, pumpkin cheesecake, classic cheesecake,
old-fashioned five-layer chocolate cake and coconut cake.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB-xxiZPn6y8GcGToo_DKAWFeMGrAVwVNQ-f_-av24nZfmK5pxUf-8a3AhwDf9rrtGxcS9YOC78AXz1yQwMa3MJy45QIB4nxtEso_3bYD5_3ZxauzMYIZmTccb93o-5zj4wlj8SKnC79c/s1575/The+Polo+Bar_Fireplace_Horizontal+court5esy+The+Polo+Bar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1069" data-original-width="1575" height="434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB-xxiZPn6y8GcGToo_DKAWFeMGrAVwVNQ-f_-av24nZfmK5pxUf-8a3AhwDf9rrtGxcS9YOC78AXz1yQwMa3MJy45QIB4nxtEso_3bYD5_3ZxauzMYIZmTccb93o-5zj4wlj8SKnC79c/w640-h434/The+Polo+Bar_Fireplace_Horizontal+court5esy+The+Polo+Bar.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br /></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.charliepalmersteak.com/location/new-york/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><b>Charlie Palmer Steak NY</b></a></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://www.charliepalmersteak.com/location/new-york/">Charlie Palmer
Steak NY</a> keeps it strictly American with a family-style meal that includes
all dishes on the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">prix fixe </i>menu. Come
hungry because you’ll have three starters of<span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"> chicory salad, deviled eggs, and local apples with cheddar cheese, </span>followed
by<span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"> roasted McEnroe Farms boneless
turkey roast with turkey gravy, classic sourdough stuffing, potato purée, green
bean casserole, roasted Brussels sprouts, sweet potato gratin and cranberry
sauce. </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Dessert is a trio of
traditional seasonal favorite pies: pumpkin, apple and pecan. Plan on a serious
Thanksgiving nap after this feast!</span></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8e4gx7w5uP1_tebHvwDxOvBOWpokisvw_511_-bah0i3LLJ3TjG3MuwFIIIFhBThwXfx1bl-FfmhhOvV1lOHVar_VBcql2QuDiV6UL66DsXhSV-IwTpvDLBpdsSszbEOg9L1nlFQLgO8/s2048/Charlie+Palmer+Turkey+courtesy+Charlie+Palmer+Steak.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8e4gx7w5uP1_tebHvwDxOvBOWpokisvw_511_-bah0i3LLJ3TjG3MuwFIIIFhBThwXfx1bl-FfmhhOvV1lOHVar_VBcql2QuDiV6UL66DsXhSV-IwTpvDLBpdsSszbEOg9L1nlFQLgO8/w426-h640/Charlie+Palmer+Turkey+courtesy+Charlie+Palmer+Steak.jpg" width="426" /></a></span></div><p></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> </span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h1 style="text-align: left;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">KOREAN</span></b><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.cotenyc.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><span color="windowtext"><b>Cote</b></span></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">You might not think of a Korean steakhouse as a go-to for
Thanksgiving Day, But Simon Kim’s feast will make you reconsider. The <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">prix fixe </i>menu is purely <a href="https://www.cotenyc.com/"><span color="windowtext">Cote</span></a>,
combining four select cuts of USDA Prime and American Wagyu beef (hanger,
45-day ribeye, flatiron, and galbi) with a variety of Korean accompaniments. Instead
of the usual mashed or sweet potatoes, you’ll enjoy savory egg soufflé, Korean
glass noodles, spicy kimchi stew and sticky rice stuffing with Chinese sausage
ad shiitake mushrooms. For dessert, no worries. You’ll have ice cream as you
should on Thanksgiving. Festive cocktails will be served as well.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.soogil.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><b>Soogil</b></a></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Taking it one step
further, French Korean gem </span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://www.soogil.com/">Soogil</a><span style="color: black;"> offers a luxurious</span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">six-course Thanksgiving feast</span>. Drawing on both Korean ingredients
and his French training, Chef Soogil Lim has created a delicious menu worthy of
holiday celebrations, combining seasonal ingredients like Brussels sprouts and
honeynut squash with French classics like <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">foie
gras</i> and caviar. Main courses include a choice of boneless turkey roulade
stuffed with <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">foie </i>and served with
cranberry sauce, sweet potato beignet and turkey gravy, or grilled American
wagyu galbi short ribs with 24-hour soy Bordelaise sauce, Korean sweet potato
beignet and matsutake mushrooms. For dessert, Chef brings back his Korean
childhood favorite, dalgona candy that is having a moment thanks to Netflix’s <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Squid Game</i>. </span></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE2NtTGaYtjvg8lCRRSJ0vwo1ZIpSpmJDK9EvIeEfrSj2amFP3Vcvk4ktrJ-p_V_Oszrqu3kyEB782qntv9KhQ4K_s4mbIowoFw_BnbRm2kuU-v-8m_duuFQjt1MeimzLxYEEAqGQ_ZVs/s2048/Soogil+Thanksiving+Turkey+Roll+%2526+Sides+by+MST+Creative+PR.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1329" data-original-width="2048" height="416" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE2NtTGaYtjvg8lCRRSJ0vwo1ZIpSpmJDK9EvIeEfrSj2amFP3Vcvk4ktrJ-p_V_Oszrqu3kyEB782qntv9KhQ4K_s4mbIowoFw_BnbRm2kuU-v-8m_duuFQjt1MeimzLxYEEAqGQ_ZVs/w640-h416/Soogil+Thanksiving+Turkey+Roll+%2526+Sides+by+MST+Creative+PR.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></div><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br /></span><p></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<h1 style="margin: 0in; text-align: left;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">PAN ASIAN</span></b></h1>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><a href="https://www.hortusnyc.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><b>Hortus NYC</b></span></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Designed
by <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Executive Chef Lenny Moon</span>,
modern Asian <a href="https://www.hortusnyc.com/"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Hortus NYC</span></a><b> </b>will be featuring an eclectic
Thanksgiving menu, infusing Southeast Asian flavors with European
techniques. The <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">prix fixe</span></i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> menu</span> begins
with a <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Hortus Royal Platter for
Two comprised of a</span> chilled lobster tail, yellowfin tuna crudo and a
shrimp cocktail, followed by a crispy duck taco topped with Sichuan
cranberry sauce, lettuce and mango salsa. Diners will then choose an <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">appetizer</span> and <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">entrée</span> from the à la carte menu
such as<b> </b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">kabocha pumpkin soup</span>
or <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Surf and Turf</span>, a
decadent mix of filet<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> mignon</i>, truffle
butter, grilled lobster, lobster mac and cheese, and maitake mushroom. The meal
ends with chocolate cheesecake topped with black sesame mascarpone cream. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">CARIBBEAN</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://www.misslilys.com/"><b>Miss Lily's</b></a></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">For Thanksgiving, <a href="https://www.misslilys.com/">Miss Lily's</a> two downtown locations will offer a Jamaican spin on a traditional Thanksgiving meal with a three-course Caribbean feast. Enjoy a slow-roasted jerk turkey with rich gravy, stuffing, mac & cheese pie, and Jamaican greens along with a choice of appetizer (cod fritters or Caribbean pumpkin soup) and a choice of puddings for dessert (signature Miss Homey sweet potato or old-fashioned banana cream). You may not be on an island holiday, but you'll certainly feel like you are!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsLmAKu1-TmXoSmW2suJ0XglIfakHV5mpAiLwaeKcjyDaoG8bbLJxH1Cbl5p1BZ5o3K_lLJFlYizz-SXhCUvx6BC8SPtXS0BIUNiy4wynB69tdx2G-gf3pdo_s3kwKFMVzTsZOY4Shkuk/s721/Miss+Lily%2527s%25C2%25A915.IANGITTLER.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="632" data-original-width="721" height="560" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsLmAKu1-TmXoSmW2suJ0XglIfakHV5mpAiLwaeKcjyDaoG8bbLJxH1Cbl5p1BZ5o3K_lLJFlYizz-SXhCUvx6BC8SPtXS0BIUNiy4wynB69tdx2G-gf3pdo_s3kwKFMVzTsZOY4Shkuk/w640-h560/Miss+Lily%2527s%25C2%25A915.IANGITTLER.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.victorscafe.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><b>Victor’s Café</b></span></a></p>
<p class="menu-itemheading" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If
you’re planning to hit the parade route, <a href="https://www.victorscafe.com/"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Victor’s Café </span></a></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" lang="EN" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> is an easy walk for a post-float celebration. Opening its
doors when Santa makes his last foray down Central Park West, the 50-year-old
Cuban restaurant offers Thanksgiving lunch, now provided by founder Victor Del
Corral’s daughter and grandchildren. Located in the Theater District, Victor’s
has a Latin-spiced meal in store with <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">pavo
asado</i>, a traditional roasted turkey, spiced up with cornbread and chorizo
stuffing. Add to that sweet potato mash and cranberry sauce to keep the
American tradition, enhanced with Victor’s famous black beans and rice, and a
dessert of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">flan de calabaza</i> and you
certainly won’t miss your usual pumpkin pie. And what could be more Latin than
a mojito with your turkey? If you decide you need to thaw out a bit after the
parade before you dine, dinner will be served until 10pm.</span></p><p class="menu-itemheading" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" lang="EN" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" lang="EN" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT1InMp4xfGg6WRthz6KBou7oOohk_IC_s_Omj9_4rwkBZUDD5jfoNL6CmLZS2sfvGM0_An24WQeM43Rbyi0UFgjChQp57hcWtk5ad5mGZIXypJ5NyYBVoraRvPhydesHEMWt04h_4wxs/s2048/Victors+mojito+courtesy+Victors.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT1InMp4xfGg6WRthz6KBou7oOohk_IC_s_Omj9_4rwkBZUDD5jfoNL6CmLZS2sfvGM0_An24WQeM43Rbyi0UFgjChQp57hcWtk5ad5mGZIXypJ5NyYBVoraRvPhydesHEMWt04h_4wxs/w426-h640/Victors+mojito+courtesy+Victors.jpg" width="426" /></a></span></div><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" lang="EN" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br /></span><p></p>
<h1 style="text-align: left;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" lang="EN" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">PERUVIAN</span></b><b><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" lang="EN" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.publichotels.com/eat-and-drink/popular" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><b>POPULAR</b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Located at Ian Schrager’s PUBLIC hotel, </span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://www.publichotels.com/eat-and-drink/popular">POPULAR</a><span style="color: black;"> introduces a special Peruvian-inspired Thanksgiving menu
with Pisco cocktails. Created by Chef Diego Muñoz (Astrid y Gaston, Lima), the
family-style set menu offers an Andean twist for the holiday with a <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">crème <span class="spelle">brûlée</span></span>-inspired
take on a <i>Pisco Sour</i>, turkey cooked two ways (herb-roasted white meat
and confit dark meat), stuffing made with mirepoix, and Chef’s grandma’s recipe
for cranberry sauce. An exciting side, Peruvian-inflected Brussels sprouts are
fried with an </span></span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: #262626; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">ají limo</span></i><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: #262626; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> maple glaze and
citrus zest. Dessert is one that can’t be found anywhere else in NYC: <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Peruvian chocolate
and pecan pie with a </span>salted crust and a side of lucuma ice cream.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: #262626; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: #262626; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSYJ8kAiptOm_v_OkPQij2JohVQoJPkQ7qXJOtUyTZEb91mXR7BTa3wESn6vjs38_n8zNkH6RtFHEDpzUsuOwaZpLca51lV9RBLYOdH75AaU23d_Tqm8-wTohyFh8r2GpaxEe8K2SKAMM/s1024/PUBLIC_PopularCantina_0621_LizClayman_025.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="684" data-original-width="1024" height="428" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSYJ8kAiptOm_v_OkPQij2JohVQoJPkQ7qXJOtUyTZEb91mXR7BTa3wESn6vjs38_n8zNkH6RtFHEDpzUsuOwaZpLca51lV9RBLYOdH75AaU23d_Tqm8-wTohyFh8r2GpaxEe8K2SKAMM/w640-h428/PUBLIC_PopularCantina_0621_LizClayman_025.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: #262626; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br /></span><p></p>
<h1 style="margin: 0in; text-align: left;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">ITALIAN</span></b></h1>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><a href="http://www.portalerestaurant.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><b>Portale</b></span></a></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: #0e101a; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Reflective of Chef
Alfred Portale’s Italian heritage, </span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://www.portalerestaurant.com/"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Portale</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a;"> will be offering a
three-course <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">prix fixe </i>menu featuring
a selection of appetizers, entrees and desserts with an Italian twist. Guests
can choose from the likes of </span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">terrina</span></i> with Muscovy duck, foie
gras and kumquat mostarda or Chef’s acclaimed <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">crudo di tonno</i> to start, followed by entrees including <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">mafaldine</span></i>
pasta with Maine lobster, Calabrian chili and lemon-basil butter or <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">tacchino</span></i>
with roast turkey, duck confit, sour cherry stuffing, Brussels sprouts and
rainbow carrots. Dessert is a decadent <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">bourbon
pecan torta</span>.</span></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMTKjqWIX6MACQSOkybMBjV0I57HK1X3YLF0Gb8msmqKhbQ7jJ9b3kA5TiRtxSL7HThvG_aLPIKDD9o61CvICEZe2Jr-S2vD_reKsGp_wcoQYND9CRYW7gu_r6u_jZleA-wRDs7ArLQp0/s768/Portale+Pecan+Pie+courtesy+Portale.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="512" data-original-width="768" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMTKjqWIX6MACQSOkybMBjV0I57HK1X3YLF0Gb8msmqKhbQ7jJ9b3kA5TiRtxSL7HThvG_aLPIKDD9o61CvICEZe2Jr-S2vD_reKsGp_wcoQYND9CRYW7gu_r6u_jZleA-wRDs7ArLQp0/w640-h426/Portale+Pecan+Pie+courtesy+Portale.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br /><b><span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span><p></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><b><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><b><a href="https://www.lamico.nyc/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;">L’amico</a><span style="color: black; font-size: 14.6667px;"> </span></b></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><b><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://www.lamico.nyc/">L’amico</a><span style="color: black;"> means friend in Italian and Chef Laurent Tourondel wants
you to invite all of your friends and family for an Italian-influenced
Thanksgiving dinner in the Kimpton Hotel Eventi. Diners can choose from a
selection of appetizers such as <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">crispy
Parmesan<i> sformato </i></span>with prosciutto San Daniele and truffle
vinaigrette or butternut squash soup<i> </i>with fontina agnolotti sage. Entrées
entice with blends of varying flavors like the <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">wood-fire roasted Heritage turkey </span>with cranberry-orange
mostards, oreganata gravy, chestnut, and pork sausage stuffing; or <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">king salmon </span>with Sicilian
cauliflower, currants, pistachio, kabocha squash and balsamico. Sides are
equally intriguing such as <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">spaghetti squash
</span>with gorgonzola and pine nuts or <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Brussels
sprouts<i> </i></span>with honey and guanciale. Pumpkin pie is tarted up <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">a la dolce vita</i> with a hazelnut crunch
and amaretto whipped cream.</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<h1 style="margin: 0in; text-align: left;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">SPANISH</span></b></h1>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><a href="https://socarratnyc.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><b>Socarrat Paella Bar</b></a></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">For a Spanish twist to
Thanksgiving, why not consider paella instead of a turkey? <a href="https://socarratnyc.com/"><b>Socarrat Paella Bar</b></a><b><span style="color: #1155cc;"> </span></b>begins the meal with <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">gambas al ajillo</span></i><b> </b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">and a pear and squash salad</span>. The star
of the show is Socarrat’s <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Thanksgiving
Paella<b> </b></span>artfully composed with confit turkey leg, roasted turkey
breast, chorizo, butternut squash, piquillo peppers and mushroom sofrito. Sides
are slightly more traditional including crispy Brussels sprouts, cranberry
sauce, sweet potatoes with shaved almonds, and cranberry bread stuffing.
Dessert lets you choose which country’s sweets you prefer: pick either American-traditional
pumpkin cheesecake or Spain’s popular cinnamon-sugar churros with seasonally
appropriate apple-caramel sauce.</span></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSQBhaItSIHZ6IX3M9oxJ4Z1IV7BXF0q7_n7CPDqxtJk89X_wZreui9Wfp-nEfLQIE0ejoEekbGCsPP5L33jN0WZii6D0xyp9DrmMYligtYtYMC7JhqpBIS4Qc228MBVIsf0d_xP2fjAo/s2048/SocarratThanksgiving+Special+courtesy+Socarrat.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSQBhaItSIHZ6IX3M9oxJ4Z1IV7BXF0q7_n7CPDqxtJk89X_wZreui9Wfp-nEfLQIE0ejoEekbGCsPP5L33jN0WZii6D0xyp9DrmMYligtYtYMC7JhqpBIS4Qc228MBVIsf0d_xP2fjAo/w640-h640/SocarratThanksgiving+Special+courtesy+Socarrat.JPG" width="640" /></a></span></div><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br /><o:p></o:p></span><p></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<h1 style="margin: 0in; text-align: left;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">SLOVENIAN</span></b></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b><a href="https://www.pekarnanyc.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Pekarna NY</span></a></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">At
<a href="https://www.pekarnanyc.com/"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Pekarna
NY</span></a>, <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Executive Chef</span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Kamal Hoyte offers up an unusual Thanksgiving
meal, melding</span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">traditional</span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Slovenian</span> with <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">New</span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">American</span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">seasonal</span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">dishes. His</span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">four</span>-<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">course <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">prix fixe</i></span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">menu is reminiscent of dishes found in the
former Yugoslavian country, including the</span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Pekarna salad with cranberries,</span> hard-boiled egg, heirloom
tomatoes, pickled red onion, crispy chickpeas and shaved Gruyere; <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">turkey roulade</span> stuffed with button
mushrooms; and roasted fingerling potatoes and grilled asparagus. For <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">dessert</span>, the <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Slovenian apple wrap is a thing of beauty</span>, a baked apple roll with
sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg topped with vanilla gelato. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h1 style="text-align: left;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">PORTUGUESE</span></b></h1>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><a href="https://www.verandasoho.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><b>Veranda</b></a></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Chef George Mendes'
three-course <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">prix fixe</i> menu for </span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://www.verandasoho.com/">Veranda's</a><span style="color: black;">
first Thanksgiving starts with housemade sourdough and includes an array of
traditional American dishes mixed with Portuguese surprises. Think squash soup,
Pennsylvania turkey with chestnut-brioche stuffing, and pumpkin spiced
cheesecake from the US, with a medley of dishes inspired by Mendes’ Portuguese heritage
including shrimp <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">"Alhinho"</span>
with s</span><span style="color: #222222;">weet smoked pimenton, garlic, olive
oil and pressed shrimp jus; and</span><span style="color: black;"> <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">arroz
de pato</span></i> with duck confit, chorizo, black olive, orange and crispy
duck skin.</span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: black;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3x4MhTm-iobaKTooETQfLrKstRDa205YEu5jjfqpSJQa15wLCvgT1uM6Fi-pKpX88CJFtpyQniGJNKBsv7AM9rPrY7DehrsWdNgNp_OO0S7Z1PsKg0i1mfz9dQhmm_aW1rB4l2s4huwA/s1210/Veranda+George+Mendes+Thanksgiving+courtesy+Veranda+.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="748" data-original-width="1210" height="396" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3x4MhTm-iobaKTooETQfLrKstRDa205YEu5jjfqpSJQa15wLCvgT1uM6Fi-pKpX88CJFtpyQniGJNKBsv7AM9rPrY7DehrsWdNgNp_OO0S7Z1PsKg0i1mfz9dQhmm_aW1rB4l2s4huwA/w640-h396/Veranda+George+Mendes+Thanksgiving+courtesy+Veranda+.png" width="640" /></a></span></span></div><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: black;"><br /> <o:p></o:p></span></span><p></p>
<h1 style="text-align: left;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">FRENCH</span></b></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://www.thefulton.nyc/">T<b>he Fulton</b></a></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten's first seafood restaurant, <a href="https://www.thefulton.nyc/" target="_blank">The Fulton</a> invites diners to a Thanksgiving meal mixing French and American disihes at his waterfront eatery at the Seaport. The three-course <i>prix fixe</i> menu offers a petite seafood plateau, yellowfin tuna tartare and butternut squash minestrone as starters, with entrees including pepper-crusted beef sirloin or roasted organic turkey. Dessert choices eschew traditional pies, offering fig tart or apple tarte tatin instead.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: 11pt;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7PRXEoDW2k7qOMPxLdh26GE1djpUPCIXII1aIgUl2RZVLO8AVUvEbtgSwUpah19O0pTWOjp9pBoKb8zh_0PaBojqKq68ZcOk0bdOTtEjuuxNvw5KJ7ONIrQ2pq5p-Ecn9NNvTpC0RPNk/s2048/The+Fulton+Saffron+Seafood+Rice+%2528003%2529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7PRXEoDW2k7qOMPxLdh26GE1djpUPCIXII1aIgUl2RZVLO8AVUvEbtgSwUpah19O0pTWOjp9pBoKb8zh_0PaBojqKq68ZcOk0bdOTtEjuuxNvw5KJ7ONIrQ2pq5p-Ecn9NNvTpC0RPNk/w426-h640/The+Fulton+Saffron+Seafood+Rice+%2528003%2529.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><a href="https://wearerhc-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=1VJUeR5hiI-WRLMUW7jxz91W3MkDb7lHthujMm29svOc-43428963&key=YAMMID-1636656779551&link=https://www.bennorestaurant.com/bar-benno-menu/" style="font-size: 11pt;" target="_blank"><b>Bar Benno</b></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Michelin-starred Chef Jonathan Benno offers a
Parisian-style Thanksgiving meal at </span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://www.bennorestaurant.com/">Bar Benno</a><span style="color: black;">
in NoMad’s Evelyn Hotel. Benno’s French take on the holiday comes with <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">a multi-course feast of</span> roasted turkey
with sage-infused gravy and holiday stuffing with house-made <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">pain de campagne</i>, Union Square Green
Market Brussels sprouts with caramelized onion, and cranberry-orange compote.
Leonelli Bakery provides the desserts, classic pumpkin pie with mascarpone
swirl, or pecan pie made with Old Grandad bourbon. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: black;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: black;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwIVFJeoiFYB9wJjdWOcNDvUfzKsJ3MIYOjNn0eI5ciU-EB7D4EnmNF4iuWZK7IapZ2ls4QjivHEMR90QbKWeviefENF-tiuLIKe1OJaXXCZ4udQkntuKkEGSnDFmYvTVtAcqvxl7LkzE/s2048/Bar+Benno+PumpkinMascarponePie-EmilyChan-1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwIVFJeoiFYB9wJjdWOcNDvUfzKsJ3MIYOjNn0eI5ciU-EB7D4EnmNF4iuWZK7IapZ2ls4QjivHEMR90QbKWeviefENF-tiuLIKe1OJaXXCZ4udQkntuKkEGSnDFmYvTVtAcqvxl7LkzE/w640-h426/Bar+Benno+PumpkinMascarponePie-EmilyChan-1.JPG" width="640" /></a></span></span></div><p></p><h1 style="margin: 0in; text-align: left;"><br /></h1>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><b>MEDITERRANEAN</b></span></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><br /></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><b><a href="https://www.figandolive.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Fig & Olive</a> </b></span></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br /></span></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">A Côte d’Azur-inspired
three-course meal awaits at <a href="https://www.figandolive.com/">Fig & Olive</a> on Thanksgiving. Classics like roasted
rainbow carrots and sweet potato mix with Mediterranean and American dishes including
French onion soup and Beeler’s pork belly. For the main course, meat eaters and
vegetarians will enjoy a choice of free-range turkey or pumpkin risotto.
Desserts blend the two continental influences with a choice of pumpkin Bundt
cake or <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">gateau au fromage</i>. </span></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1u-WmfXLpsrhny5G2f1fqUaQitQVJxuS33NF8-5C6QNDRTw3a0qTOnk0DsPHnaWx_7Wtr_Alw_1_BSjwo-LH7KXDQ7gS9VISHTCer4G0kZuGry6w3QAh4tLkwfPvgK7_OalMVd0dclL0/s2048/Fig+and+Olive+holiday+courtesy+Fig+and+Olive.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1u-WmfXLpsrhny5G2f1fqUaQitQVJxuS33NF8-5C6QNDRTw3a0qTOnk0DsPHnaWx_7Wtr_Alw_1_BSjwo-LH7KXDQ7gS9VISHTCer4G0kZuGry6w3QAh4tLkwfPvgK7_OalMVd0dclL0/w640-h426/Fig+and+Olive+holiday+courtesy+Fig+and+Olive.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br /></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span><p></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><b><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="background: white; color: #1d1c1d; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><a href="http://www.celestinebk.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><b>Celestine</b></a></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">For a Mediterranean
twist with views of Manhattan instead of Italy, </span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://www.celestinebk.com/">Celestine</a><span style="color: black;"> is the
place to be for Thanksgiving brunch and dinner. Traditional American ingredients
like chicory and delicata squash mix with Mediterranean Castelfranco, Trevisano
radicchio and Pecorino cheese. Meat eaters will enjoy turkey served as a
roulade with fresh herbs and pan gravy while vegetarians can opt for wild
mushroom tagliatelle. Other items on the menu span both European and American
influences with <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">pommes purées</i>,
sourdough stuffing, Parker House rolls, and a dessert choice of either apple galette
with <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">crème fraîche</i> or pumpkin cake
with spiced cream cheese frosting.</span></span></p>
<h1 style="text-align: left;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">DINER
DINING</span></b><b><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="http://www.iloveoldjohns.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Old John’s Diner</span></a></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Nothing is more American than a meal at an old-timey diner, and
for Thanksgiving the newly re-opened <a href="http://www.iloveoldjohns.com/" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Old John’s Diner</span></a>
has a meal that is pure comfort food. For a mere $45 per person, you’ll get a
three-course meal that also includes a glass of wine. The menu for the day
features tortellini vegetable soup; roasted turkey breast with mashed potatoes,
sweet potato mash, gravy and cranberry sauce; and a choice of apple or pumpkin
pie for dessert. Sometimes simplicity is the sweetest thing.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgAhBLkBJpOrDBMLivvQjnWTehnoW0lmN0IjUN1WtFxTbR5hYxlERVaAugb9EKpTXm_puzKadRA-xMRiWFNyzWitAp6i8NUORrngOGZDuZhOAMP7omlV4DyVGCyEss7s7O0A1miZ8TP2c/s2048/Old+John%2527s+Diner.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1696" data-original-width="2048" height="530" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgAhBLkBJpOrDBMLivvQjnWTehnoW0lmN0IjUN1WtFxTbR5hYxlERVaAugb9EKpTXm_puzKadRA-xMRiWFNyzWitAp6i8NUORrngOGZDuZhOAMP7omlV4DyVGCyEss7s7O0A1miZ8TP2c/w640-h530/Old+John%2527s+Diner.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br /></span><p></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><a href="file://192.168.2.50/data/ALL%20DATA/AllNy.com/brooklyndiner.com" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><b>Brooklyn Diner</b></a></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Curiously not located in Brooklyn,
<a href="file://192.168.2.50/data/ALL%20DATA/AllNy.com/brooklyndiner.com">Brooklyn Diner</a> gives Manhattanites a taste of the other borough with
another affordable, traditional feast. For $40 per person, t</span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: #323130; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">he all-American menu
features a free-range herb-roasted turkey along with pecan pie.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="color: #323130;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: #323130; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: #323130; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3w5AFtMmrlvpPxSwuIuFDB701dOYzaPKlOuezj-mlX-H772b9Z35D-c24wUL9XFfXaaCqSqt3mRgg5A6zlmy8IyAt7PkZ-iIrQOAKXsB2Qc-CT2XcBUnjTkGe9ZijX1QaJCf7atcXYM4/s2048/Brooklyn+Diner.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3w5AFtMmrlvpPxSwuIuFDB701dOYzaPKlOuezj-mlX-H772b9Z35D-c24wUL9XFfXaaCqSqt3mRgg5A6zlmy8IyAt7PkZ-iIrQOAKXsB2Qc-CT2XcBUnjTkGe9ZijX1QaJCf7atcXYM4/w640-h480/Brooklyn+Diner.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></span></div><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: #323130; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><br /> </span></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span><p></p>
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<h1 style="text-align: left;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">SOMETHING
SPECIAL</span></b></h1>
<h1 style="text-align: left;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Parade
Watching: </span></b><a href="http://www.jamsrestaurant.nyc/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Jams</a></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Helmed by acclaimed Chef Jonathan Waxman, <a href="http://www.jamsrestaurant.nyc/"><b>Jams</b></a> at 1 Hotel Central Park offers a
comfortable way to watch the parade while indulging in a great Thanksgiving
brunch. The restaurant’s floor-to-ceiling windows offer privileged indoor
viewing of the floats and bands as they make their way down Sixth Avenue. Jams
will be hosting a full day of Thanksgiving dining experiences including brunch and
post-parade dining serving up both hot and cold buffets at each. Pretty much every
sort of holiday and seasonal food is included from mini butternut quiches to roasted
turkey and peppercorn-crusted ham and brunchy items like French toast sticks
and pastries. If you have your heart set on watching the parade <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">in situ</i>, this is a fabulous way to do
it.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU7Lgj8FnqznveTEuqqRAtspTIP0fHEU8OM9H-huJrsAQt95dkK5hGVQ0JEvOE9elR50QnxZz5Nh0A3bfk09CDp-KLeVqBzkEFgEPW7yjmmkcak493RsC7ARFGmwnsiZTXLzEGRI1S7Sg/s2048/Jams+at+1Central+Park+Thanksgiving+Basket+courtesy+1+Central+Park.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1366" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU7Lgj8FnqznveTEuqqRAtspTIP0fHEU8OM9H-huJrsAQt95dkK5hGVQ0JEvOE9elR50QnxZz5Nh0A3bfk09CDp-KLeVqBzkEFgEPW7yjmmkcak493RsC7ARFGmwnsiZTXLzEGRI1S7Sg/w426-h640/Jams+at+1Central+Park+Thanksgiving+Basket+courtesy+1+Central+Park.jpg" width="426" /></a></span></div><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br /></span><p></p>
<h1 style="text-align: left;"><b><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Dessert Only (Maybe): </span></b><a href="https://blacktap.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Black Tap</a><span style="color: #222222; font-size: 14.6667px;"> </span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">So turkey isn’t your thing but you want to celebrate Thanksgiving
in a novel way? Then this one’s for you: <a href="https://blacktap.com/"><b>Black
Tap</b></a><span style="color: #222222;"> has created a new, crazy shake with all of
the holiday flavors. </span></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The over-the-top Pumpkin Cheesecake
CrazyShake<span style="background: white;">® is<b> </b></span></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: #1d1c1d; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">a pumpkin-spiced
shake with a vanilla-frosted rim with mini marshmallows topped with a pumpkin cheesecake
slice, whipped cream and pumpkin spice. But don’t worry – if you’d prefer your
shake as a dessert <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">after</i> something
turkey, Black Tap’s T</span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: #1d1c1d; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">hanksgiving Burger (top photo) will
certainly fit the bill. Almost as large as the shake, the turkey burger comes with Brie, Applewood smoked bacon, corn and sage potato roll stuffing, cranberry and orange aioli. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAt2IvJn35ET6bKRrkiruq4lQIHIb3LznZEO5pW8PEwCt690F2CgxbEnPllTN4-_TnGXy5xm5GZ6NteXXrXjIpEiypRDnA8lPqZrO-j_foNHCzt4Cs5XkguJk6hPmOmRA9T3Q3I8NJ_Jc/s2048/Pumpkin+Cheesecake+Crazyshake+1_Photo+Credit+Black+Tap.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="background-color: white; font-size: 11pt; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1638" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAt2IvJn35ET6bKRrkiruq4lQIHIb3LznZEO5pW8PEwCt690F2CgxbEnPllTN4-_TnGXy5xm5GZ6NteXXrXjIpEiypRDnA8lPqZrO-j_foNHCzt4Cs5XkguJk6hPmOmRA9T3Q3I8NJ_Jc/w512-h640/Pumpkin+Cheesecake+Crazyshake+1_Photo+Credit+Black+Tap.jpg" width="512" /></a></p><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><b><br /></b></span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><b>Leftovers All Month Long: </b></span><a href="https://www.industry-kitchen.com/" style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><span style="color: black;"><b>Industry Kitchen</b></span></a></h1><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Everyone knows the
best part of Thanksgiving is the leftovers. At </span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://www.industry-kitchen.com/"><span style="color: black;"><b>Industry
Kitchen</b></span></a><span style="color: black;">, the team at this Seaport
restaurant is reprising their creative twist on holiday flavors with their</span><b>
</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Thanksgiving Pizza<b>. </b></span>The
wood-fired pizza combines the classic spread of turkey, cranberry sauce and
stuffing to create a dish that balances the sweet and salty flavors of
Thanksgiving. The happy news? It’s available through the entire month of
November.<span style="color: black;"> </span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: black;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: black;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeud8gdeEcZhgnzrM_nBHbPxlLBYXE14aWMnBfbzuJGpzoG3c9_QcgvhzcDAIHKFvtUxhsnZoZtkFmjDrEhTbrA7GjpPOwbTVD8wlnyy-YgXWrilHm9do3X5rlgIKfpqcp0gsA76c7nE8/s983/Thanksgiving+pizza+courtesy+Industry+Kitchen.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="983" data-original-width="828" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeud8gdeEcZhgnzrM_nBHbPxlLBYXE14aWMnBfbzuJGpzoG3c9_QcgvhzcDAIHKFvtUxhsnZoZtkFmjDrEhTbrA7GjpPOwbTVD8wlnyy-YgXWrilHm9do3X5rlgIKfpqcp0gsA76c7nE8/w540-h640/Thanksgiving+pizza+courtesy+Industry+Kitchen.jpeg" width="540" /></a></span></span></div><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: black;"><br /><o:p></o:p></span></span><p></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="background: white; color: #1d1c1d; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-70608991594847316532021-08-09T18:35:00.009-04:002021-08-09T18:56:53.779-04:00Cyclists (and Music Fans), New York City's Homecoming Week Has Something Special for You This August<p>
</p><p class="MsoNormal">America’s “biggest bike ride” is back, and
it’s being held in New York City on August 22. The annual charity <a href="https://www.blogger.com/">TD Five Boro Bike Tour</a> was cancelled in
2020 to the dismay of thousands of riders who look forward to this event.
Sponsored by <a href="https://www.blogger.com/">Bike New York</a> and its city
government partners, the bike tour covers all of New York City in one glorious
ride, through each of the city’s five boroughs.</p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqnyB0AQa2RiBf7KoMENABGtv3LtqAxLlO6YToSy0Lb4vqWqSxQ-Hz_hltLyJhEiGr7hwNeF7KUgaPNvju2IKcQTG844BeGOYEKunQTrDV0Sm98aUYke6GQ17ICiwkobxqZwCdItVLSp8/s1500/bike+tour.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1500" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqnyB0AQa2RiBf7KoMENABGtv3LtqAxLlO6YToSy0Lb4vqWqSxQ-Hz_hltLyJhEiGr7hwNeF7KUgaPNvju2IKcQTG844BeGOYEKunQTrDV0Sm98aUYke6GQ17ICiwkobxqZwCdItVLSp8/w640-h426/bike+tour.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">TD Five Boro Bike Tour courtesy: Bike New York<br /></td></tr></tbody></table> <p></p><p class="MsoNormal">The event, which typically draws up to 32,000 riders
annually and opens 40 miles of NYC’s busiest roadways exclusively to cyclists
for the day, returns during the city’s announced <a href="https://www.blogger.com/">NYC Homecoming Week</a>, (August 14-22) and the
day after the <a href="https://www.blogger.com/">We Love New York mega
Homecoming Concert</a> in Central Park. This year’s participant number has been
scaled down to 20,000 to allow for greater safety and social distancing.</p><div align="center"><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="mso-cellspacing: 0in; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184;"><tbody><tr style="mso-yfti-firstrow: yes; mso-yfti-irow: 0; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;"><td style="padding: 0in;"><br /></td>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The tour is viewed as an exciting part of New York City’s
economic revitalization. The landmark event typically attracts riders from all
over the world. While this year is different from past rides with reduced
numbers of riders, one can expect the same sense of excitement, or perhaps even
more as part of Mayor DeBlasio’s I Love New York Homecoming effort.</p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg5cc5LE7pqZ4ETz7KBnNRmxrG2n7FBF0rBPTDTbDGQkSQdK-WzE9whoRs0HJNQVOKqZBVK_v5YKtGAvNAYLhx2A5uDibiMiQOjOhmGuEOr9rHOLdpiGkEDmFLF81NlYexA6uOVMLZ8o4/s2048/Bruce.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg5cc5LE7pqZ4ETz7KBnNRmxrG2n7FBF0rBPTDTbDGQkSQdK-WzE9whoRs0HJNQVOKqZBVK_v5YKtGAvNAYLhx2A5uDibiMiQOjOhmGuEOr9rHOLdpiGkEDmFLF81NlYexA6uOVMLZ8o4/w640-h480/Bruce.JPG" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bruce Springsteen credit: Meryl Pearlstein<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The 40-mile route. Begins in Manhattan in TriBeCa and
culminates in Staten Island after a ride over the Verrazano Narrow Bridge. For
a map of the entire route, click <a href="https://www.blogger.com/">here</a>.
To pick up your rider packet, adults must show proof of vaccination.
</p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The TD Five Boro Bike Tour is a fundraising event for Bike
New York, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to provide free bike education
opportunities to New Yorkers. Proceeds from the ride fund public classes that
reach over 25,000 children and adults each year, with special focus given to
improving cycling access and resources to residents of neighborhoods
historically overlooked in infrastructure improvements. In addition to free
classes held at Community Bike Education Centers located in all five boroughs,
Bike New York has introduced bike safety education programs into area middle
schools, co-developed a job training and placement program for bike mechanics
with Brooklyn’s One Community, and helped pilot a free bike rental system in
Shirley Chisholm State Park.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The ride caps off a year of virtual programming brought to
cyclists through Bike New York. The 2021 TD Five Boro Bike Tour will support
the return of Bike New York’s in-person classes while sustaining their online
offerings, which reached more than 30,000 viewers worldwide in 2020. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">To register, visit <a href="https://www.blogger.com/">https://www.bike.nyc/events/td-five-boro-bike-tour/registration-options/</a>
and sign up by August 13. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">For tickets for the concert mega lineup of stars including
Bruce Springsteen, Jennifer Hudson, Paul Simon and many, many others, visit <a href="https://www.blogger.com/">Ticketmaster</a>. </p>
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vaccination or testing, sitting apart from your neighbors, and not dancing to "YMCA" or "Sweet Caroline" is a very weird start.<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">But, let’s cheer for the Red Sox, the Bronx Bombers, the Dodgers and others and
say good riddance to cutout fans. It’s time to play baseball.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Increasing numbers of vaccinated sports fans and a bit of
hindsight about how the virus spreads have helped us get to where we are with limited
capacity seating. And within a few months, we should be in a much better
position.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Here’s what you need to know if you plan to go the stadiums.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>New Protocols for Going to the Game</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Going to a baseball game will be like traveling to another
state or even another country. You must be fully vaccinated or have a COVID test
with a negative result no less than three days prior to the first pitch. You’ll
need to show your proof of either if you plan to enter the stadium, whether you
have a ticket or not. Temperature checks will also be required. In some cases, you'll need to show adherence to a health survey that's on the <a href="https://www.mlb.com/redsox/apps/ballpark" target="_blank">MLB app.</a></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">CDC guidelines are being followed by all teams. Masks must be worn at all times except when eating or drinking at
your assigned “seat pod,” and it is suggested that you bring hand sanitizer and
wipes with you as well as wash your hands frequently. You can expect to see signs
and a small legion of people reminding you of this around the restrooms, too.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Social distancing will be required. Seating between pods
will ensure that rules are followed in the stands but you will be expected to
monitor your behavior when you walk through the stadiums. Do note, however, that regulations vary considerably among stadiums, similar to varying COVID and masking protocols among states. Detailed “Know Before
You Go” safety information are available on each team's <a href="https://www.mlb.com/" target="_blank">website </a>and will be updated as available.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>How ‘Bout Them Tickets?<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Like the <a href="https://www.mlb.com/redsox">Red Sox</a> and the <a href="https://www.mlb.com/yankees" target="_blank">Yankees </a>playing a game without any excitement,
getting a ticket will be another challenge.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Tickets are harder to score than ever. With initial games
reduced to 20 percent attendance, and tickets on sale in “waves,” you can expect
higher-than-normal prices particularly for popular series like Red Sox vs Mets
or Red Sox vs. Yankees. Tickets are being sold in “pods,” meaning that you can
only purchase them in pre-defined groups and seating will be strategically
scattered throughout the stadiums. Quantities vary as guidelines change with the hope that capacity restrictions will be relaxed. And tickets are being released in waves. Stay up-to-date by visiting each team's website or by logging onto MLB.com.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For safety’s sake, all ticket purchases will be contactless.
None will be sold at the stadiums. Everything needs to be taken care of online
and your phone is your entry ticket. Be sure to keep your battery charged or
bring a spare as you’ll need to show your phone to return to seat if you go for
a bathroom or refreshment break.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMTt8weoftZ_9JpQbKv0DehjavAXVIjqZ7UkO0jYY590SgAPO8Y54sm23OxgZR1NrpJxgmUUGzu_YEBz4ofbLQanXEh4dI_bL7nKCYMLhNS4j3XlMp1hXKa1P4pu1C0CaEZLj8ZWs5Xo8/s2048/red+sox+and+yankees.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMTt8weoftZ_9JpQbKv0DehjavAXVIjqZ7UkO0jYY590SgAPO8Y54sm23OxgZR1NrpJxgmUUGzu_YEBz4ofbLQanXEh4dI_bL7nKCYMLhNS4j3XlMp1hXKa1P4pu1C0CaEZLj8ZWs5Xo8/w640-h480/red+sox+and+yankees.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Red Sox and Yankees (c) Meryl Pearlstein</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Batter Up</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Concessions are still being worked out, but as a rule, all
purchases will be cashless this year. If you have cash, you can convert it to a
pre-paid debit card at a “reverse” ATM, or use your mobile phone or credit card
instead. In-seat delivery has been suspended but you can pre-order and pre-pay
your food selection on the MLB Ballpark App for express pick-up at designated
locations, or just purchase at the stands. In some situations, Uber has arranged to have food delivered. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Check the websites to confirm openings and rules for the
various sit-down restaurants or the private clubs like the buffet-heavy Legends
Suite Club at Yankee Stadium or the Delta Sky360° Club at Citi Field. Rules
change all the time, it seems.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Can We Still Have a Seventh Inning Stretch?</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Remember when a seventh inning stretch meant actually
stretching your legs and taking a quick walk to grab a beer or hit the
loo? Be smart and try to schedule your
break when the crowds are thinnest. Your safety is everyone’s safety. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-42239054862998634232020-12-01T00:56:00.002-05:002020-12-03T17:36:31.979-05:00Celebrate National Mousse Day on November 30 and Beyond<p style="text-align: left;">Ahhh, mousse. It's so popular that it now has a day to celebrate it. The light, ethereal dessert was
created in France but pops up on menus all over the United States in versions
from traditional to creative, from sweet to savory. While the most familiar is
a delicious chocolate mousse, on National Mousse Day we invite you to sample
some exciting variations of these whipped-up desserts<b>. </b></p><p style="text-align: left;"><b> </b></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNPX_ZTq4qg3ZScDq-gzoId8un1ecLiouju6dB002e41u9KL7e2ZwolnA4vpHvZeUzKQJs9e8eEBDjf3NKeKYUc549ASZDctCMhrheYLcfCNDobj1LVJWF6JPqQ4nzMQ2ljT-7u2QVfJ8/s2048/Olmsted+Old-School+Chocolate+mousse+%2540Evan+Sung.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1363" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNPX_ZTq4qg3ZScDq-gzoId8un1ecLiouju6dB002e41u9KL7e2ZwolnA4vpHvZeUzKQJs9e8eEBDjf3NKeKYUc549ASZDctCMhrheYLcfCNDobj1LVJWF6JPqQ4nzMQ2ljT-7u2QVfJ8/w640-h426/Olmsted+Old-School+Chocolate+mousse+%2540Evan+Sung.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Old-School Chocolate mousse at Olmsted @Olmsted<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p><p>Brooklyn's<b> </b><a href="http://www.olmstednyc.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Olmsted</b></a> keeps it traditional, but with a seasonal flair. Chef
Greg Baxtrom’s vegetable-forward restaurant dresses up their
Old-School Chocolate Mousse with caramelized plums and whipped crème fraîche. The fruit changes seasonally but the basic mousse is a staple on the menu.
</p><p class="MsoNormal">Upscale New York City eatery <a href="https://paisleyrestaurantnyc.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Paisley</b></a>
also includes fruit in their Chai Chocolate Mousse. Here Michelin starred chef
Peter Beck mixes in Parle-G cookie crumbs, strawberries, blackberries,
blackberry and orange whipped cream with roasted chai spice for a distinctive
Indian twist. </p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLZjDgPQhKTU0ALFSv7luM3Qf0a_1OMuwvHLTULBWKNHGUHc-tyDQw5k5FN2GeFR-UrXlSTdmpMCZ3GaHL0RO3-Qk0cE4JJCCIAP9LSs_jUyjueYINxArBxwXYWT2zhOWX7hEj_CmONKA/s640/Chai+Chocolate+Mousse+%2540Paisley.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="416" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLZjDgPQhKTU0ALFSv7luM3Qf0a_1OMuwvHLTULBWKNHGUHc-tyDQw5k5FN2GeFR-UrXlSTdmpMCZ3GaHL0RO3-Qk0cE4JJCCIAP9LSs_jUyjueYINxArBxwXYWT2zhOWX7hEj_CmONKA/w416-h640/Chai+Chocolate+Mousse+%2540Paisley.jpg" width="416" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chai Chocolate Moouse @Paisley<br /></td></tr></tbody></table> </p><p class="MsoNormal">New York’s inventive <a href="https://oasiscafenyc.com/collections/frontpage"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Oasis Café</b></a> offers many types of mousse at their charming café.
But, if you can’t make it there, they want you to celebrate the holiday with
one of their distinctive mousses at home. Download the app and you can order
their delicious Raspberry Mousse or their dressed-up Oreo Mousse.
</p><p class="MsoNormal">If you’re crazy about mousse, no matter the flavor, there’s
a Mecca for you to celebrate National Mousse Day.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>After years of selling his mousses to
specialty stores in NYC, Belgium-born Chef Johan <span style="background: white; color: #333333; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Halsberghe</span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> invites
you to the first-ever Chocolate Mousse Bar in the US, located in Harlem’s café </span><a href="https://mojodesserts.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mojo</span></b></a><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">.</span></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> Using</span> only Belgian chocolate, Chef
crafts small batch mousses, varying the ultimate flavors each month. For the
holiday, there is a selection of classics -- dark 70% , white and hazelnut
praline – plus two special flavors, passion fruit + ruby chocolate and matcha. Top
them with crunchy-candy pieces or fruit, or be a purist and enjoy them straight
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</p><p class="MsoNormal">A treat for those of you near one of the country’s 20 <a href="https://www.chevys.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Chevys
Fresh Mex</b></a> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>restaurants, chocolate
mousse gets the benefit of a coffee infusion as Chocolate Kahlúa Mousse. The
light and creamy treat is sinfully rich with layers of white and dark chocolate
Kahlúa mousse, topped with whipped cream and raspberries. </p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3MgSOnRHZNynRdIvhiNcKJU7t3gmLcZbJv21UH1DjUm7zGSzOol2Uln86EPAfhQsqF05zTBGkHDyJ-jL2fprD-d2Ag8Axu2of72VNVhYi5qTHVwmzSFq1OBbpw7He53_1kr4Hcf9vMX8/s358/Chevys_Chocolate+Kahlua+Mousse+%2540Chevys.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="358" data-original-width="357" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3MgSOnRHZNynRdIvhiNcKJU7t3gmLcZbJv21UH1DjUm7zGSzOol2Uln86EPAfhQsqF05zTBGkHDyJ-jL2fprD-d2Ag8Axu2of72VNVhYi5qTHVwmzSFq1OBbpw7He53_1kr4Hcf9vMX8/w399-h400/Chevys_Chocolate+Kahlua+Mousse+%2540Chevys.png" width="399" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chevy's Chocolate Kahlua Mousse @Chevy's<br /></td></tr></tbody></table> </p><p class="MsoNormal">West Coasters aren’t left out of the celebration. I suggest
you try <a href="https://youandyours.com/" target="_blank"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">You & Yours Distilling Co.</b></a><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">'</b>s whimsically-named Worms in Dirt that takes full advantage of the
products of this San Diego tasting room. The dessert features a mousse made
with the distillery's Provisional Gin that is then layered with devil's food
cake, Stella Jean's vanilla ice cream, graham cracker, and topped with Y&Y
Summer Citrus Vodka-infused gummy worms.
</p><p class="MsoNormal">Another mousse variation enlivened with alcohol shows up at <a href="https://www.sevenstills.com/" target="_blank"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Seven Stills</b></a><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">’</b></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/100+Hooper+Street?entry=gmail&source=g"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">100 Hooper Street</b></a> location in San
Francisco. Spiked with Seven Stills Rorschach Test whiskey, the mousse pie is
decorated with candied pecans, whipped cream and Michelin chef Joseph Humphrey’s
family sugar cane syrup, all atop a graham cracker crust. Pair it with one of the
artisanal whiskeys, the Chocasmoke chocolate oatmeal stout whiskey, a perfect
chocolate complement to the pie.
</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">At </span><a href="https://pattys-cakes.com"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Patty’s Cakes & Desserts</span></b></a><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> in Fullerton, California, the cupcakes are
all topped with different types of mousse rather than frosting. You’ll have a
hard choice deciding which of the nearly 100 cupcake combinations to order with
mousse offerings including Nutella, strawberry, vanilla, chocolate Oreo,
chocolate chip, cream cheese and many more. Instead of one regular-sized
cupcakes, indulge your indecision with a variety of Patty’s mini cupcakes. </span>
</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span>Miami is also active in the mousse craze. <a href="https://villaazurmiami.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Villa
Azur</b></a> , a popular restaurant in the heart of Miami Beach, has added
Nutella Mousse to the menu for National Mousse Day. Topped with fresh berries,
this rich mousse combines beautifully with an after-dinner port. </p><p class="MsoNormal"> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGjWVI9iAQGH-ORGVeLztvsAs5V81oL21TBqYRuR0cnU4sXFqKTD9_ZHdM4pEN8TS9o3PzQMhyphenhyphenVSbukKjb-CXA0pBHT-kUNOl9e3Oy6pWrfs_amTzSxDU3B9bwrsY0opw_2tGu3EdoFd0/s1731/Nutella+mousse+%2540Villa+Azur+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1154" data-original-width="1731" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGjWVI9iAQGH-ORGVeLztvsAs5V81oL21TBqYRuR0cnU4sXFqKTD9_ZHdM4pEN8TS9o3PzQMhyphenhyphenVSbukKjb-CXA0pBHT-kUNOl9e3Oy6pWrfs_amTzSxDU3B9bwrsY0opw_2tGu3EdoFd0/w640-h426/Nutella+mousse+%2540Villa+Azur+1.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Nutella Mousse @Villa Azur<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Classic Italian restaurant <a href="https://www.toscanadivino.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Toscana
Divino</b></a>, also in Miami, has introduced Choco Pops for the holiday. The
chocolate mousse-based popsicles are topped with a hazelnut crumble and
ganache, perfect for a fun ending to your meal.
</p><p class="MsoNormal">Adding a British twist to mousse, English-inspired <b><a href="https://www.thedeerpathinn.com/">Deer Path Inn</a></b> near Lake Michigan
serves up Divine Banana Nutella Trifle. The multi-layered confection has a
mousse center that combines whipped cream cheese and Nutella, topped with
sliced bananas. </p><p class="MsoNormal">Lest we overlook the many savory versions of mousse that
appear on menus as appetizers or snacks, I’d recommend trying the very French chicken
liver mousse with dark-purple moon drop grapes served at <a href="https://www.lecavalierde.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Le
Cavalier</b></a> at the<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a>HOTEL DU PONT</a>
in Wilmington, Delaware. Spread its creamy richness on the accompanying
brioche.
</p><p class="MsoNormal">And, here’s
one last one to make at home while you binge on <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Downton Abbey</i> episodes. From the downstairs kitchen, Mrs. Patmore
assured Ethel that she could make a salmon mousse. You can do it, too, as an
appetizer or even as an ingredient for a sandwich. All you need is non-fat
yogurt, chives, smoked salmon, lemon juice and just a dash of whisky to give it
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<![endif]--> </p>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-54888129307610121242020-11-04T12:14:00.001-05:002020-11-04T12:14:08.932-05:00Get Ready for that Turkey Day Indulgence with To Go and Dine In Meals from NYC Favorites<p>Planning a different kind of Thanksgiving this year? We all are. Some feasts will be virtual. Some will be smaller than usual. Others will be limited by geography. Here are some NYC restaurants that want to be sure you have a memorable dinner, no matter what.
</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiHw7X6_6Ngh152hW-DIGnGmLjsi3yosfDDK4e7ItL3PnbUu23a4lIwxiJgWXSlAlt2U-2U9l5k0yZ-0SiLBjl9nTcYrhUAAOQ4W_7NbgwgybFsaALWpusB_AOpkqGEV98H-fXwWdJz3M/s4032/Pumpkin+Soup+at+The+Standard+%2540The+Standard%252C+High+Line.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiHw7X6_6Ngh152hW-DIGnGmLjsi3yosfDDK4e7ItL3PnbUu23a4lIwxiJgWXSlAlt2U-2U9l5k0yZ-0SiLBjl9nTcYrhUAAOQ4W_7NbgwgybFsaALWpusB_AOpkqGEV98H-fXwWdJz3M/w640-h480/Pumpkin+Soup+at+The+Standard+%2540The+Standard%252C+High+Line.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pumpkin Soup @The Standard</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><br />
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.cotenyc.com/">Cote</a> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">You might not think of a Korean steakhouse as a go-to for
Thanksgiving Day, But Simon Kim’s feast will make you reconsider. Including
turkey in the form of turkey mandoo (dumplings), the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">prix fixe </i>menu is purely Cote combining four cuts of steak (hanger,
45-day ribeye, flatiron, and galbi) with a variety of Korean accompaniments. Instead
of the usual mashed or sweet potatoes, you’ll enjoy kimchi jjigae, egg soufflé,
japchae (noodles), rice, kimchi, scallion salad and spicy housemade ssamjang).
For dessert, no worries. You’ll have pie and ice cream as you should on
Thanksgiving. Festive cocktails will be served as well. Reservations are
required.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">If you prefer to dine at home, Cote offers meal kits for
six, with a choice of roast prime rib and sides or a more Korean take with
Niman galbi jjim, Chef David Shim’s USDA prime short rib cooked overnight with
sweet soy sauce, shiitake mushrooms, daikon, carrots, gingko nuts and
chestnuts. Pick up and local delivery are available for the day before
Thanksgiving at this Flatiron star. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.thestandardgrill.com/">The Standard
Grill</a> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Standard Grill invites you to dine indoors or outdoors
to observe a truly American Thanksgiving dinner, enhanced with the restaurant’s
seasonal favorites. You’ll love the roasted traditional turkey with gravy, fall
veggies and cranberry sauce. Non-meat eaters have of-the-season choices like
Maine lobster salad with celery remoulade and wild apple, or baked salmon with
creamy morels and sorrel sauce. Dessert sticks to holiday favorites pecan and
pumpkin pies. Reservations are required, and the outdoor area is heated. You
can walk off your dinner with a stroll along the adjacent High Line.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.wayan-nyc.com/">Wayan</a> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">If you’re set on staying home, why not invite the family
over for a Thanksgiving out of the ordinary. Cedric and Ochi Vongerichten’s
Wayan offers a take-out, family-style dinner with a menu of Indonesian-inspired
classics. Turkey is featured, done up in a roasted Indonesian style. Sides
include Brussels sprouts with morning glory terasi, perkedel stuffing, mashed
potatoes (yes, they’re really there!), roasted delicata squash, spiced
cranberry acar sauce and long pepper gravy. The feast serves eight to six.
Cocktails and whole pies for dessert can be ordered as well. Plan rto eturn to
SoHo for Wayan’s exciting non-turkey dishes.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.ralphlauren.com/global-polo-bar">The
Polo Bar</a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">It’s no surprise Ralph Lauren’s The Polo Bar stays true to
tradition for Thanksgiving. After all, this is Ralph Lauren, the embodiment of
Americana in dress as well as food. The restaurant will prepare classics done
Polo Bar-style including Green Circle Farms free-range turkey, Calvados gravy,
maple-sherry glazed baby Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce,
chestnut stuffing, popovers with maple butter, pumpkin cheesecake or Charleston
bourbon pecan pie. Side dishes can be added to the family-style meal along with
wine or cocktails. Add a Polo Bar touch with menu favorites including shrimp
cocktail, Ralph’s corned beef bites, kale and autumn root vegetable salad, pigs
in a blanket, honeynut squash soup, pumpkin cheesecake, classic cheesecake,
old-fashioned five-layer chocolate cake and coconut cake. You can order a
six-person or a 12-person feast. Pick up will be arranged for either Wednesday
or Thanksgiving morning. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.elevenmadisonpark.com/">Eleven Madison
Park</a></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">For a luxe Thanksgiving at home, Michelin-starred Eleven
Madison Park’s “To Go” spread revolves around an organic, free-range turkey
that will make you feel like a culinary superstar. Cooking instructions from Chef
Daniel Humm are provided. Sides are pre-prepared so you don’t have to do all
the work yourself, and you’ll get an array of EMP hits plus vegetable dishes,
traditional accoutrements, brioche rolls and pie for dessert. If you’re feeling
particularly spicy and celebratory, you can add caviar and truffles to your
order. Cocktails and wines complete the indulgence. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You can order a feast for four-six people or
eight-ten. Pick up is either Tuesday or Wednesday before Thanksgiving. And
here’s a nice Thanksgiving benefit: for every meal kit purchased, EMP donates ten
meals to New Yorkers in need in partnership with Rethink Food. </p>
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<br />
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.jamesrestaurantny.com/">JAMES<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbSzs8z-j1Vrj2_XNzZkm4dpFgwJt7DGnEJzhjJ2GArV1dov6N3lY_0gMXWZnPb67jOM48JqV0AxMlQ_HHt1Xv-7_WupDtuMbcUed3pcmhNQIb4t-JnPGyD-8WcwDgnNgD9YWf-LwAyIc/s2048/Apple+Crisp+at+The+James+%2540The+James.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbSzs8z-j1Vrj2_XNzZkm4dpFgwJt7DGnEJzhjJ2GArV1dov6N3lY_0gMXWZnPb67jOM48JqV0AxMlQ_HHt1Xv-7_WupDtuMbcUed3pcmhNQIb4t-JnPGyD-8WcwDgnNgD9YWf-LwAyIc/w400-h400/Apple+Crisp+at+The+James+%2540The+James.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Apple Crisp at James @The James</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></a> </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Prospect Heights’ James has created a gorgeous holiday box
of farm-driven delights for delivery or pick-up. Founder Deborah James is all
about family and neighborhood, and her feast encourages good feelings with a
menu of celery root soup, roasted Brussels sprouts dusted with honey and chili,
whipped Yukon potatoes, bitter greens, roasted baby beets, heirloom roasted
potatoes, focaccia stuffing with sausage, chestnuts and crispy sage. Taking
center stage is a Sullivan Country young turkey topped with handmade salts and
butters. Desserts include spiced pumpkin cake, fallen chocolate cake and
roasted apple crisp. Pick-up can be scheduled for Wednesday or Thanksgiving
afternoon.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://lecrocodile.com/">Le Crocodile</a> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Williamsburg brasserie Le Crocodile takes advantage of its
Wythe Hotel location, offering Thanksgiving dining indoors in its heated
outdoor garden or in its new private dining option, Le Crocodile Upstairs, in
converted hotel rooms. The <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">prix fixe </i>menu
begins with winter squash soup with black truffle and Waldorf salad. The classic
Thanksgiving feast continues family-style starring heritage turkey, carved to
order, with cranberry sauce, sourdough stuffing, mashed potatoes, honey and
maple glazed carrots and green bean casserole. For a dessert finish, there’s a
choice of ice creams, pear frangipane tart, and pumpkin pie with brandy cream.
Reservations are required.</p>
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don’t need to visit New York City this Halloween, nor even leave your home to
have a true New York City trick-or-treat experience. This year, the </span><a href="http://www.esbnyc.com/" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Empire State Building</a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 10pt;"> is making its </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="background: white; color: #222222; font-size: 10pt;">recognizable </span><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 10pt;">tower lights
interactive for Halloween. On October 31 at 8pm, the iconic landmark takes
Hasbro’s ESB Simon® memory game to new heights with a live game on the façade
of Empire State Building. Your ticket to the fun -- without leaving your home
-- is at </span><a href="http://www.simon-live.com/" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">www.Simon-Live.com</a><span face="Arial, sans-serif" style="font-size: 10pt;"> where you
can access the fast-paced game.</span><p></p>
<p class="xxmsonormal"><span face=""Arial","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 10pt;">World-renowned
production and lighting designer Marc Brickman and his team at Tactical <span class="spelle">Manoeuvre</span> developed ESB Simon® using the world-famous tower
lights as the pattern maker. You can prepare for the Hallow-IN event by
visiting the website in advance to practice your skills to play.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="xxmsonormal"><span face=""Arial","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 10pt;">So,
grab your trick-or-treaters, costume up (yes, seriously) and enjoy a different
kind of Halloween this year.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="xxmsonormal"><span face=""Arial","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 10pt;">Here’s
how it works:</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="xxmsonormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Arial","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Log into <a href="http://www.simon-live.com/">http://www.Simon-Live.com</a> with your touch
device (phone, iPad, computer) and click on “Let’s play” and wait for a game to
start.<br />
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<p class="xxmsonormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Arial","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Watch
levels of the Empire State Building flash in an increasingly complex series of blue,
green, yellow and red colors and tones. Tap the building to correctly repeat
the pattern. The longer you play, the more complex the sequences.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="xxmsonormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span face=""Arial","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> </span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="xxmsonormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.5in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Arial","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">For every
correct answer, players climb further up the Empire State Building. Each wrong
answer knocks you down. Your objective is to make it to the top of the building
and the leaderboard. You can keep playing until the game is over.<br />
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<p class="xxmsonormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.5in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span><!--[endif]--><span face=""Arial","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If you’re
lucky enough to actually have a view of the Empire State Building, you can both
play AND watch the display live on the building. </span></p><p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-bottom: 6pt; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in; text-align: justify; text-indent: -0.25in;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<span face=""Arial","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">Up to 100,000 people can play at once, and the game will be live on the Empire State Building from 8pm-9pm.</span><div><span face=""Arial","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br /></span></div><div><span face=""Arial","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">Need to brush up on
your memory skills? </span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Practice
using</span><span face=""Arial","sans-serif"" style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"> Infinite Play mode ahead
of Halloween night. But, unlike the Halloween game if you get one wrong answer in
In</span></div>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-54851177188467883002020-09-17T00:47:00.001-04:002020-09-17T00:51:35.957-04:00SummerStage Jubilee Offers a Virtual All-Star Musical and VIP Line-up – September 17 at 8pm<p class="normal" style="line-height: normal; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";"></span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjYuvGGY5vexzQw_OQQxnZ433tJrxqLjZfQVySJlKnCtbaMUsriqw5WCcyb_Dch-roeeXrE-mJ6IXz_72j1LXT9uJRVP0O1uBAQjRs_J84fnXtGbSZ23RPQztDYMmLaSXnsvttrG10j6c/s1697/JubileePoster_Animated.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1697" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjYuvGGY5vexzQw_OQQxnZ433tJrxqLjZfQVySJlKnCtbaMUsriqw5WCcyb_Dch-roeeXrE-mJ6IXz_72j1LXT9uJRVP0O1uBAQjRs_J84fnXtGbSZ23RPQztDYMmLaSXnsvttrG10j6c/s320/JubileePoster_Animated.jpg" /></a></span></div><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";"><br />Don’t
miss this one. Be sure to tune in Thursday, September 17 at 8pm for this finale
to the SummerStage Concert Series. </span>
<p></p><p class="normal" style="line-height: normal; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";"><a href="http://summerstagejubilee.org/">The<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span>SummerStage Jubilee</a>,</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";"> a free benefit concert
supporting CPF’s programs in parks, ia an hour-long digital event via
livestream. The line-up is amazing: <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Sting,
Norah Jones, Trey Anastasio, Rufus Wainwright, Leslie Odom Jr., Rosanne Cash,
Emily King </b>and <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">PJ Morton.</b> The
event highlights the various City Parks Foundation programs and will also
showcase notable advocates for CPF’s work including sports icon and champion of
equality <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Billie Jean King,</b>
television and radio host <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Ryan Seacrest,
</b>television host and musician <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Jimmy</b>
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Fallon</b>, musical artist <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">H.E.R</b>., comedian <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Lewis Blac</b>k and performer and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Late
Show</i> bandleader <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Paul Shaffer</b>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span>
</p><p class="normal" style="line-height: normal; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="normal" style="line-height: normal; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";">This
digital benefit can be accessed via </span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><a href="http://www.instagram.com/summerstage"><span style="color: purple; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";">SummerStage Instagram</span></a><a href="http://instagram.com/SummerStage"><span style="color: purple; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">, </span></a><a href="http://instagram.com/SummerStage"><span style="color: purple; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";">SummerStage YouTube</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="color: blue; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";">,</span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SummerStageNYC/"><span style="color: purple; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"> </span></a></span><u><span lang="EN" style="color: purple; font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";">Facebook page</span></u><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";"> as well as through <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Bowery
Presents, Brooklyn Bowl, The Capitol Theatre, FANS.com, iHeart Media’s Q104.3,
Live Nation, Live for Live Music, Relix, Time Out New York, </i></b>and<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">
WFUV. </i></b>New York City and tri-state area residents can watch encore
presentations of SummerStage Jubilee on Saturday, September 19 at 7pm on <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">WLNY-TV
10/55 </i></b>and on Sunday, September 20 at 2pm. The gala can also be viewed nationally
on demand on<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> AXS TV </i></b>for 30 days.</span>
</p><p class="normal" style="line-height: normal; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";"><br /></span></p><p class="normal" style="line-height: normal; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Maven Pro"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Maven Pro";">At a time
when public programs have been upended by the COVID-19 pandemic, New York
City’s parks have remained open and park programs have been scheduled
virtually. The 2020 SummerStage Jubilee Benefit Concert will help support these
program and donations will also help ensure SummerStage, New York City’s
largest free music festival, and SummerStage Anywhere, its virtual festival,
will remain free and available to all.</span>
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whom are New Yorkers, will share their stories about New York City, and the City
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<b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">With outdoor dining in full swing, grillmaster dads will love these two bold, terroir-driven reds to accompany a burger, steak or Portobello mushroom</span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">. </span><a href="https://www.7deadlywines.com/zinfandel/" style="color: purple;"><b><span style="color: #954f72; font-family: "calibri";">2016 7 Deadly Zinfandel</span></b></a><b><span style="font-family: "calibri";"> </span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">is an</span><span style="font-family: "calibri";"> old vine zinfandel from Lodi, California with aromas of jammy berry as well as leather, oak and spice. On the palate, it’s defined by a mélange of dark fruits, currant and toffee with a long spicy finish.<b> </b>The vineyard’s new <b>2018 7 Deadly Cab</b> is equally full-bodied with a long finish, with fruit-forward blackberry flavors accented by aromas of vanilla and mocha.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;">And here’s some good news for health-conscious dads. Along with being vegan and gluten free, wines from 7 Deadly Zins are certified sustainable by the Lodi Rules Program, a rigorous and comprehensive sustainable winegrowing program centered on grower farming practices that benefit the environment, community and local economy.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">To avoid Dad’s feeling a bit out of sorts from all that rich wine and meat, add Good Clean Wines to his anytime repertoire.</span></b><b><span style="font-family: "calibri";"> </span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span class="MsoHyperlink" style="color: blue; text-decoration-line: underline;"><b>GoodClean.Wine</b></span> white, red, rosé, spumante and spumante rosé are minimal-intervention at the growing and production stages with no added chemicals, pesticides or preservatives. That means there’s less chance for a hangover. The wine is produced naturally and made by small winemakers in Italy where grapes are allowed to take their own course. Good Clean Wines are produced in first-rate soils in sustainable vineyards and wineries with strict biodiverse, organic farming and winemaking practices.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">To go with any of these, you’ll need unbreakable wine glasses, the smart choice for outdoor dining or simply worry-free refreshment. </span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">I love the look and feel of<b><i> </i></b></span><a href="https://www.taza.co/unbreakable-wine-glasses/" style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><b>TaZa’s</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri";"> chic plastic ones. Dad can use them for his favorite bourbon or whiskey cocktail as well. Buy him a selection of stemmed and stemless to cover all bases.</span><b><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">But maybe Dad’s more of a tequila drinker</span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">. He’s not forgotten either.</span><span style="color: blue; font-family: "calibri"; text-decoration-line: underline;"> <b>YaVe</b></span><span class="MsoHyperlink" style="color: blue; font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;"><b> Tequila</b></span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;"><b>’s</b> premium Jalapeño Infused Reposado Tequila is a spicy base for a margarita with a kick. The tequila is aged for eight months in Jack Daniel’s whiskey barrels with jalapeño natural flavor slowly introduced, resulting in a rich, spicy scent with a smooth finish. Buy it with a luxury drawstring bottle holder or in a handmade leather bottle for a more elevated gift. </span><b style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">Or a beer aficionado. </span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;">A craft beer gift box from </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://about.tavour.com/">Tavour</a> might be just the ticket. </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;">Tavour works directly with over 600 Independent breweries to curate craft beer gift boxes with selections that cannot be found in your local area.</span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;"> For a sample of gift box options, look at </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://gifts.tavour.com/"><span style="color: #954f72;">https://gifts.tavour.com</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;">.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">Since travel takes on a different cast this year, why not make Dad’s home vacation a luxe staycation? </span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">Dad will feel like he’s just stepped out of the spa with a </span><a href="https://turkishtowelcompany.com/product/kimono-peshterry/" style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><b>Peshterry robe</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri";">, the one found at many boutique hotels. It’s soft and comfortable as well as sustainably and ethically produced. Made in Turkey, the striped cotton robes have fast-drying terrycloth on the inside.</span><b><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;">For chilly nights around the fire pit or for cozying up indoors, the velvety-soft </span></b><a href="http://www.pedipocketblanket.com/" style="color: purple;"><b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;">Pedipocket Blanket</span></b></a><b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;"> will keep Dad comfortable from head to toe.</span></b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;"> This ultra-plush, microfiber fleece blanket is nearly six feet long and has a built-in pocket on the bottom that will keep his feet nice and warm. Choose from 31 styles and colors.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">And since Dad might not be taking as many photos as he usually does this summer, it’s a great time to organize memories from previous trips to inspire his future wanderlust. </span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri";">While the thought of this might seem daunting, </span><a href="https://mylio.com/" style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><b>Mylio</b> </span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri";">is like having a virtual photo-organizing assistant, and it’s free. The app automatically organizes digital photos so Dad can stop that non-stop scrolling and searching for the photo he can never seem to find. What’s even better, Mylio brings all the photos from his various tech devices together and sorts in a variety of ways like </span><span style="font-family: "calibri";">face tagging, dates, events and geotagging into folders and albums.</span></div>
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Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-83010894199186703352020-06-18T00:09:00.000-04:002020-06-18T00:09:00.874-04:00Staying Fit Virtually while Making a Difference <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Yoga Flow Community in Tuscany</td></tr>
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I woke up this morning and forgot what month it was. I had
to ask Siri what day is was, as I usually do, but this time I also had to ask
her what the date was. As each day blurs into the next, it’s the shimmers of
light that make a difference. Like when Siri’s response causes the screen on my
sleeping iPhone to brighten, or when I hear the birds in the morning now that
the sounds of traffic or planes have pretty much disappeared.
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And it’s the efforts of people that add to the glow. People
who are going above and beyond to help others in so many ways during our very
confusing present.</div>
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One such person is someone that I’ve known for 12 years. A
friend and instructor who I met at a Manhattan gym when I was in the midst of
another pivot -- a time when I had to move out of my apartment -- Adrian Molina
was a newly minted instructor at Equinox with an exciting form of yoga that he
had named <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Warrior Flow</b>. Warrior Flow
yoga led by Adrian in his calming yet motivating manner helped me survive some
crazy months of uprooting and was the beginning of a friendship that has
survived my move and his relocation from New York to Miami.</div>
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As Adrian evolved his career, he also found new ways to give
back to the communities where he lived, with one such endeavor being the <a href="http://www.warriorflowfoundation.org/">Warrior Flow Foundation</a>.
Through the Foundation, Adrian and his colleagues are able to take their yoga, stress
management and mindfulness techniques to some of the populations who need it
most including those on the front lines of crises and those without resources. Initially,
the Warrior Flow Foundation reached out to homeless shelters, women suffering
from abuse, and prisons in Miami. With the severe strain on first responders
and medical workers at present, the program has expanded to police, fire
fighters, EMS workers, doctors and nurses. The Warrior Flow Foundation
continues to develop to reach out to new communities with a goal of making a
difference and helping. Future plans include outreach to other cities in need
as the program develops.<br />
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With this in mind, Adrian curated a weekly program of donation-based
online classes for those of us confined to our homes and unable to work out,
practice yoga, meditate or even socialize since the shelter-in-place
regulations went into effect. In so doing, he has helped people like me stay
centered and connected while raising money so needed to support those most
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You can join the online Warrior Flow community by subscribing
on a monthly or annual basis to <a href="https://warriorflow.vhx.tv/">Warrior
Flow TV</a> for unlimited online classes, plus a daily roster of live
programs which are archived for viewing at any time. The line-up is impressive,
taught by some of the country’s most accomplished instructors, many of whom
have worked with Adrian during his tenure at Equinox. A portion of the proceeds
goes towards the Warrior Flow Foundation. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As a bonus, The Foundation’s newsletter not
only includes the full schedule of classes but also adds motivational as well
as introspective thoughts, interviews and readings, all very welcome as we try
to make sense of the present.<br />
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The light from this group has helped me stay centered during
the past tumultuous months. Unlike other yoga practices that you might be
familiar with, Adrian’s yoga classes are a refreshing, distinctive breath of community
punctuated by interactive chat from members around the world. But this is still
serious stuff: Adrian’s classes will give you quite a workout and will leave
you sweaty and serene. So will the other classes throughout the day. Beyond
yoga, I’ve also powered through Abs, Cardio Sculpt, boot camp, barre and
Pilates classes, with an end-of-day reward of Dennis Hunter’s soothing and
calming sound bath.</div>
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I’ve also kept my sanity by adding in my favorite form of
cardio: dance. <b><a href="https://nycarthurmurray.com/">Arthur Murray NYC</a></b> has a daily Dance Along @arthurmurraynyc on Instagram Live that has refreshed
my ballroom experience from years past and brought it into the present with
current music and steps. They even have a dance workout session that riffs on a
theme such as the 70s or 80s, appropriate music and attire included. All
classes are free, too.</div>
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Keeping us entertained and connected, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://nycarthurmurray.com/">Arthur Murray NYC</a></b> hosted
an entertaining showcase of students performing along with the pros -- you can
view it on their YouTube channel. The dance school’s first 24-hour dance
marathon raised money for two worthy organizations, <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/feed-our-superheroes/donate">Feed Our
Superheroes</a> and the <a href="https://donate.nurseshouse.org/">Nurses House Campaign</a>
with non-stop instruction, films, discussions, interviews and more, all related
to dance. I was captivated by the professionalism of the dancers, the
sophistication of the video techniques, and the knowledge imparted. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And this super community-uniting effort raised
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After all this working out and actual and vicarious dance,
I’m grateful to have someone qualified to put me back together again. Jessica
Gershman, who leads yoga and therapeutic classes online with <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="http://karmayogaindy.com/">Karma
Yoga</a></b>, offers a weekly myofascial release class. WFH might be productive
but it’s definitely hard on the body when you don’t have the best ergonomic
set-up. By helping yourself heal, you’re also giving back: <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Jessica selects organizations in need and
donates all proceeds from designated classes to groups such as <a href="http://www.frontlinefoods.org/indianapolis">Front Line Foods </a>which supports local restaurants helping
to feed frontline healthcare workers, and the <a href="https://www.info.com/serp?q=naacp%20legal%20defense%20fund&segment=info.0456&s1aid=144008321&s1cid=357621252&s1agid=1260040729280816&s1kid=kwd-78752819897120:loc-190&utm_source=adcenter&msclkid=1a40bf38387010ff81e3e1e2facacf26.">NAACP
Legal Defense Fund</a>.<br />
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Another yogini who I’ve known for more years than I can remember,
Lori McAlister of <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://loriyoga.com/">LoriYoga</a></b>,<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></div>
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has channeled her passion into support for the BLM movement as well
via the <span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="https://black2thefuture.org/black-agenda-2020/">Black to the Future Action Fund</a>.
Lori’s classes are a soothing and invigorating mix of vinyasa yoga styles in a methodology
she calls Sequencology. </span><br />
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While there are many free Zoom classes and IG Live classes
offered online, as well as subscription-based and fee-based classes, it’s the
ones that go beyond to help those in need that resonate with me. And they’re
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Warrior Flow, <a href="http://www.warriorflowfoundation.org/">www.warriorflowfoundation.org</a>,
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Arthur Murray NYC, <a href="https://nycarthurmurray.com/">https://nycarthurmurray.com</a>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 12pt;">Cinco de Mayo is an interesting holiday.
While it commemorates a battle that was fought in Mexico, Mexico doesn’t
celebrate it. And what’s even more perplexing is that outside of Mexico, Cinco
de Mayo is often confused with Mexican Independence Day, which is actually on
September 16. For those of you interested in the origins of this crazy fiesta
day, Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Batalla de Puebla fought on May 5, 1862 in
which the small town of Puebla defeated invading French troops.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Since we can’t join our friends at a Mexican
restaurant or share a toast at our neighborhood bar this year, we’ll just have
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Spice up Your Space and Your Energy<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Prep your home with the red, white and green
colors of the Mexican flag using bandanas, towels, streamers or anything you
might have on hand. Involve the kids in making a colorful piñata that you can
fill with candy or small toys. If you have some balloons, any colors will work!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Set the mood with an all-day Instagram fiesta
put on by </span><a href="https://www.solmar.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Solmar Hotels &
Resorts</span></b></a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/solmarhotelsandresorts/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> @Solmarhotelsandresorts</span></b></a><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">. Through a series of IG stories dubbed “An Ode to the Avocado,”
you’ll get the intel for making avocado-inspired facials and typical Mexican
recipes and cocktails where avocados are king.</span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Add an educational dimension to the fiesta with
a free online cooking class. </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><span style="mso-field-code: " HYPERLINK \0022http\:\/\/s\.bl-1\.com\/h\/cQPDz6F8?url=https\:\/\/go\.takelessons\.com\/free-online-classes\/?clear\0022 \\t \0022_blank\0022 ";"><u><span style="color: blue; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">TakeLessons TV</span></u></span></span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">
</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">will show you how to cook a lime
chicken taco bowl with sweet corn and avocado salsa. You’ll also mix up a
pineapple-mint agua fresca drink.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">You’ll need a soundtrack for the evening, and
Spotify has some great Cinco de Mayo playlists. I especially like the one put
together by </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6vBwSSeoOKktAUdQqUT0Qw"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">sassyshannah</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>-- it will keep you rocking into the wee hours
-- as well as listanauta’s compilation
of </span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3YmsmxHmT9BkMPGAbCKMpU"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">traditional</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Mexican
tunes.</span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Visit Your Favorite Bar Virtually or Bring a Restaurant Home and
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">If a bar date on Cinco de Mayo is more your
speed, </span><a href="https://www.virtualcheers.org/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Virtual Cheers</span></b></a><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">invites you to create your “night
in” while also supporting the hospitality industry. By downloading a Zoom
background from your favorite watering hole</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">, you
“purchase a round,” with all proceeds going to employee relief efforts. In the
spirit of Cinco de Mayo, Latin-American bar </span><a href="https://www.virtualcheers.org/product-page/2-palomas-at-leyenda"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Leyenda</span></b></a><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> offers a paloma, a refreshing tequila cocktail with a grapefruit-flavored
soda mixer. </span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Tanteo Tequila + <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The Wayland’s</b> “Party in Place” will
deliver a margarita party package in NYC in concert with cocktail-caterer
Cocktails in Motion, keeping you safe at home while also benefiting hospitality
workers via </span><b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><span style="mso-field-code: " HYPERLINK \0022https\:\/\/leeinitiative\.org\/\0022 \\t \0022_blank\0022 ";"><u><span style="color: blue;">The LEE Initiative</span></u></span>.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Show your support to local restaurants
offering to bring the fiesta to you. The East End’s </span><a href="https://www.bistroete.com/menus?utm_source=Bistro+Ete&utm_campaign=972648c1ce-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_3_15_2018_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_27e54d85aa-972648c1ce-113446921"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Bistro Ete</span></b></a><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> </span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">and </span><a href="https://1-800-taco.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">K Pasa</span></b></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">
will put together a takeout package covering the entire Cinco de Mayo celebration
from margaritas to dessert. </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">No Cinco de Mayo celebration would be
complete with some sort of margarita. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">There are many traditional <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">margarita</b> recipes using either fresh
limes or Rose’s lime juice. I’ve listed some of the ones devised by mixologists
at hotels and restaurants that go beyond tradition to inspire you to invent
your own new favorites with ingredients that won’t be impossible to find. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">You can also opt for a pre-made margarita mix
like </span><a href="https://ltblender.com/margarita-in-a-bag/"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Lt Blender’s Margarita in a Bag</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">.
Just add tequila and Triple Sec or Cointreau and freeze the entire bag to make a
slushy margarita. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">This </span><a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/46fpxj3w6mqwh44/Andaz%20Margarita.mov?dl=0"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">video</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> from </span><a href="https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/mexico/andaz-mayakoba-resort-riviera-maya/cunam?src=corp_lclb_gmb_seo_latam_cunam"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Andaz Mayakoba
Resort Riviera Maya</span></b></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">shows you all the right steps to create the classic version.</span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">For something fruitier, try a <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Guavarita</b>, a specialty at </span><a href="https://www.hotelxcaret.com/en/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Hotel Xcaret Mexico</span></b></a><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">:</span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.mustangharrys.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Mustang Harry's</span></b></a><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> </span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">gives
the margarita an Irish spin with the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">O’Rita:</b>
</span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">2 oz.
El Tesoro silver tequila <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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fresh squeezed lime juice<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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simple syrup <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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garnish, turn half a lime husk inside-out to create a "shot glass,” fill with
Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey and carefully set on top </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">My smoky favorite is a <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Mezcalita </b>that substitutes mezcal for tequila. Add pineapple juice,
muddle a piece of roasted pineapple (if you have it), sprinkle in a bit of Cointreau and
rim the glass with Tajin, the classic Mexican chili, salt and lime mix (which
you can order from Amazon).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Or make it smoky, sweet and bitter with a </span><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Mezcal Manhattan </span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">from</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> </span><a href="https://esquinanyc.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">La Esquina NYC:</span></b></a><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Vega Espadín</span></a><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> mezcal<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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dashes Angostura Bitters<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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with an orange peel, maraschino cherry or brandy cherry</span><br />
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</span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Bring on the
Food<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">You can create a Mexican-inspired meal with
these four dishes from chefs in North America:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Guacamole</span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>is a must-have starter at any Cinco de Mayo fiesta. </span><a href="https://www.solmar.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Solmar Hotels & Resorts</span></b></a><span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> shares this recipe for a version with a
kick: one ripe avocado, chili pepper, ¼ cup of onion, half a tablespoon of
crushed garlic, chopped cilantro, two tablespoons of olive oil, two tablespoons
of lime juice, salt and pepper to taste.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><i>Serious Eats’</i> </span><a href="https://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2012/07/esquites-mexican-street-corn-salad-recipe.html?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Features_20200501_Friday_cincodemayo_TemplateV1&utm_content=Features_20200501_Friday_cincodemayo_TemplateV1+CID_facf2eef388d5679140a4461ed92d95d&utm_source=Email%20campaign&utm_term=Mexican%20Street%20Corn%20Salad%20Esquites"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Mexican
street corn</span></b></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> (elote) is the perfect side
salad</span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><b><span style="mso-field-code: " HYPERLINK \0022https\:\/\/magazine\.velasresorts\.com\/better-together\/more-easy-recipes-with-the-ingredients-in-your-pantry\/\0022 \\l \0022Mexican_fajitas_with_red_sauce_and_avocado\0022 \\t \0022_blank\0022 ";"><u><span style="color: blue;">Mexican Fajitas
</span></u><u><span style="color: blue;">with Red Sauce and Avocado</span></u></span></b>,</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"> </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">courtesy of </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><span style="mso-field-code: " HYPERLINK \0022https\:\/\/www\.velasresorts\.com\/\0022 \\t \0022_blank\0022 ";"><b><u><span style="color: blue; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Velas Resorts</span></u></b></span>,
are easy to make with ingredients that you likely already have in your cabinet<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">For
non-meat eaters, food writer ChihYu Smith offers this delicious Paleo recipe
for </span><a href="https://iheartumami.com/paleo-fish-tacos/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Fish
Tacos</span></b></a><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Teach Me, Please and Feed Me<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">If staying at home has made you kind of
of lazy and you’d rather have someone else do most of the work, sign up
for this </span><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-cinco-de-mayo-margarita-making-class-and-happy-hour-tickets-99485555976"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">margarita
making class and happy hour</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">. All
you’ll need to do is supply your own tacos.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.cuervo.com/"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Jose Cuervo</span></b></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">
has that covered for you, too. <span style="color: black;">In the spirit of
#TakeoutTuesdays and #TacoTuesday, Jose Cuervo is offering to pick up the
tab for thousands of taco orders nationwide on Cinco de Mayo. Just tweet a
photo of your receipt with the hashtags #CincotoGo and #CuervoContest to
@JoseCuervo to be eligible. </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">And, finally, since this really is a holiday
revolving around tequila, you’ll need to know the proper way to taste and drink
the potent spirit. <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">J</span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";">avier Moreno Gomez</span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">,
tequila and wine sommelier </i>at </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><a href="https://grandresidencesrivieracancun.com/">Grand Residences Riviera Cancun</a></span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">, offers these tips:</span><br />
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drink it in a wine glass. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Similar to the methods used
for wine and other spirits, the basic tasting method is swirl, sniff, sip
and swallow.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Check the color; there will
be noticeable differences in a reposado or añejo. While color doesn't affect
the flavor, the density or hue can suggest the amount of wood in the tequila
and hint towards its complexities.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Swirl the tequila. Look for
the legs, the tears of the agave. These suggest essential oils in the tequila and
the presence of alcohol. If the tears fall quickly they have less alcohol but
if the tears fall slowly you have more alcohol. Swirling the liquid also
releases some of the molecules into the air.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Tequila has more alcohol
than wine. Different parts of the tequila will have different aromas. Tequila
is known to have 600 different aromas including citrus, mint, freshly cut
grass, floral, honey, oak, almond, vanilla, butterscotch, chocolate, leather
and caramel.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Sip a small amount and hold
the tequila in your mouth for about 10 seconds while sucking in a bit of air.
Move it around to get it over your tongue, and suck in some air over top of the
tequila to bring the aromas up to your nose. Breathe out through your nose
before swallowing. There are different taste zones on your tongue -- four
specific areas for salty, sweet, bitter and sour. Have the tequila wash over
the entire tongue.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "calibri"; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Swallow and savor the
finish and aftertaste. Remember that everything you eat before a sip will
affect the taste of the tequila.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Sondheim Stars Credit: Broadway.com</span></span></td></tr>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9.0pt;">The
Broadway community comes together, separately, to celebrate Stephen Sondheim’s
90<sup>th </sup>birthday as only the theater community could do. Giving of
themselves to raise money for ASTEP, a galaxy of stars will bring their talents
to the musical library of Sondheim’s many songs on Sunday, May 3. The tribute
will be broadcast at 8pm on <a href="http://www.broadway.com/">http://www.Broadway.com</a>or
the Broadway.com YouTube channel.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9.0pt;">The
all-star special online concert, “Take Me To The World: A Sondheim 90<sup>th</sup> Birthday
Celebration,” is a free show, hosted by <b>Raúl Esparza</b>, a true
Sondheim fan who wowed audiences with his portrayal of Bobby in the 2006 revival
of Sondheim’s Tony-award winning <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Company</i>.
The scheduling coincides with the 50th anniversary of the opening night of
Sondheim’s original production of <i>Company</i> on Broadway on April 26,
1970. A new production of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Company </i>with
groundbreaking role reversals was set to open this spring. With the opening
date of Broadway still to be determined, the updated <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Company</i> remains on hold.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "times"; font-size: 10.0pt;"></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9.0pt;">The show’s
stars represent some of the greatest talents of musical theater, many of whom
have appeared in Sondheim musicals. </span></div>
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<b><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9.0pt;">Annaleigh
Ashford, Laura Benanti, Melissa Errico, Beanie Feldstein, Josh Groban, Jake
Gyllenhaal, Neil Patrick Harris, Judy Kuhn, Linda Lavin, Lin-Manuel Miranda,
Ben Platt, Randy Rainbow,</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9.0pt;"> <b>Lea Salonga</b>,
<b>Meryl Streep, Bernadette Peters, Patti LuPone, Audra McDonald, Mandy
Patinkin, Christine Baranski, Donna Murphy, Kristin Chenoweth, Sutton Foster,
Brian Stokes Mitchell, Kelli O’Hara, Aaron Tveit, Maria Friedman, Iain
Armitage, Katrina Lenk, Michael Cerveris, Brandon Uranowitz, Stephen Schwartz,
Elizabeth Stanley, Chip Zien, Alexander Gemignani </b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">and<b> Ann Harada </b></span>will perform
songs of inspiration from the Sondheim catalog.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9.0pt;">There
will also be special appearances by <b>Victor Garber,</b> <b>Joanna
Gleason</b>, <b>Nathan Lane</b>, and <b>Steven Spielberg</b>.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9.0pt;">Writer
and lyricist Stephen Sondheim is revered for the many musicals that he brought
to Broadway. Highlights of his prolific work include <i>Company</i>, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Sweeney Todd, A Funny Thing Happened on the
Way to the Forum, Follies, A Little Night Music, Gypsy, West Side Story, <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Sunday in the Park</span> with George</i>, <i>Merrily
We Roll Along, Into the Woods, Assassins</i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">,
Passion, <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Anyone Can Whistle</span></i> and<i>
Road Show</i>.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "times"; font-size: 10.0pt;"></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9.0pt;">This
special online event is a fundraiser for <b>ASTEP</b> (Artists
Striving to End Poverty), the organization conceived by Broadway Musical
Director Mary-Mitchell Campbell and Juilliard students to transform the lives
of youth using the most powerful tool they had: their art. Today, ASTEP
connects performing and visual artists with youth from underserved communities
in the U.S. and around the world to awaken their imaginations, foster critical
thinking, and help them break the cycle of poverty.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "times"; font-size: 10.0pt;"></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Virtual Snowmobiling</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Travel is a very important part of my life.
Exploring new cultures, meeting people who live very differently from how I do,
trying local foods, and experiencing the joy of discovery are things that I’m
missing in a very big way. I’m finally ready to feed my travel hunger again,
and armchair and virtual travel experiences have made me smile a little more every
day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">I love this new virtual program, and it’s taking
me somewhere I’ve never been before. I love that. I hope to bring you more of
these soon. I’m ready to travel, somehow, again.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Virtual travel experts </span><a href="http://www.virtuallyvisiting.com/"><span style="color: #0000e9; font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Virtually
Visiting</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> have created the world’s first four-day holiday
that you can experience from home. I click on the link from my computer or
phone, and I’m exploring Swedish Lapland. It’s really cool. And each day of the
four-day vacation is brought to you one day at a time.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Given the vagaries of my schedule nowadays,
I’m grateful, too, that I can watch each day whenever I want, as the links will
stay online.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The first holiday
started today – but you can watch today’s event tomorrow, tonight, at 2 in the
morning, or whenever it suits your “I don’t know what day it is – I don’t know
what time it is” schedule of the moment. And this vacation isn’t costing me
anything – it’s free. You have to love that!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">You’ll go </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">on a
wintry tour of the Arctic region of Swedish Lapland, no passport required,
with real-life, local guides who know the locations inside and out. Just click </span><a href="https://virtuallyvisiting.com/360-journeys/"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">here</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> to
begin your journey. Or, if you don’t feel like traveling yet, here’s a teaser
of what it will be like: </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQ-PnjjxqnE&t=32s">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQ-PnjjxqnE&t=32s</a></span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Touring Sweden's ICEHOTEL Virtually</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">First you travel 144km north of the Arctic Circle
to Kiruna just in time to see ICEHOTEL 30 before it melts back into the river.
I’ve always wanted to go to the ICEHOTEL after braving the frigid temperatures
to attend the Ice Festival in Rovaniemi, Finland many years ago. I visited ice
rooms and enjoyed an ice cocktail in an ice bar, but I didn’t have the chance
to stay in an ice hotel. Here’s my chance to see what it’s like, firsthand sort
of. Really cool. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">On <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">the
first day, Saturday April 18,</span> ICEHOTEL guide Matilda takes you on a
personal tour through four of the jaw-dropping, individually designed and
carved ice rooms and explains how the ICEHOTEL all comes together - from the
frozen water in the river flowing beside the hotel, to the transformation of
the ice into these beautiful masterpieces you see before you. It’s like a
museum of ice. Gorgeous.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">On the second day, <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Sunday April 19</span>, the tour goes south 250km to Lassbyn to meet
local guide and founder of the <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Aurora
Safari Camp</span>, Fredrik Broman. Fredrik will be leading us on one of my
favorite things, a <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">snowmobile adventure,
this time</span> through the stunning Swedish wilderness visiting two frozen
lakes and learning about local wildlife and landmarks on the way. Although I’ve
never done this in Sweden, I’ve been snowmobiling in Finland and in Vermont,
and I love the thrill of it. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Monday April 20</span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> is
more leisurely and we go to one of the places that have been on my bucket list
for a long time, the famous <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Treehotel</span>.
Today, we take a personal tour inside four of the seven amazing treetop hotel
rooms. Each room has its own theme, which is showcased in the design of the
exterior and interior.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The final day of the itinerary, <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Tuesday April 21</span>, goes east 90km to
the wilderness around Kroktask where we do something that’s truly exhilarating,
going dogsledding. In Finland, I dogsledded both in a sledge and standing up on
skis with those gorgeous, gorgeous dogs. This lets me relive that experience.
Erik Hordijk from Yellow Snow Husky tours teaches us how to harness a
team of huskies in preparation for the journey across the frozen landscape.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Each day a new virtual experience and additional
information will be released so you can virtually travel through the region and
get a sense of the people and places that you’ll encounter hopefully IRL in the
not too distant future.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some of the
other places to come through these virtual tours are the Arctic Bath, a really exciting
project with a floating spa set in the middle of the river that floats in
summer and stays frozen in winter. I would love to be there right now.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Join me on this free four-day Virtual Arctic
adventure from Saturday April 18 – Tuesday April 21 at </span><a href="https://virtuallyvisiting.com/360-journeys/"><span style="color: #0000e9; font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;">https://virtuallyvisiting.com/360-journeys/</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> (and
<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">don’t worry, if you miss one of the
days, the video can be accessed at the same link).</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Passover is the holiday when Jews throughout the world get
together to celebrate the exodus from Egypt. It’s a time when we reflect on
what it means to be free and we retell the Passover story, the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">magid</i>, as a way to provoke new questions,
to educate the youngest family members, and to keep the history alive. </div>
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This year, Jews are challenged with a different kind of
Passover. Families are separated from one another and many of the traditions
associated with the holiday, like welcoming strangers, are not possible and are
certainly not advisable.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Passover dinner,
the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Seder</i>, which initiates the
holiday will have to be configured in a different way.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Passover is from
April 8-16.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>How should we celebrate this
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Importantly, we need to celebrate Passover. Passover refers
to the final plague passing over the Jewish families in the days of Egypt. This
year, we pray to have Passover relieve us from the plague of coronavirus and from the plague of social distancing. Our virtual
Seders won’t be the same and they won’t be perfect. But the Passover story is
an important one about resilience and success, and this year the freedoms we
cherish matter more than ever.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We can
rely on our memories of Passovers past to guide us as we modify and adapt to
our current reality.</div>
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The first Seder will be held on the evening of April 8, with
many families celebrating a second one as well on April 9.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Making It Happen</b> </div>
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This year, you’ll need to be a bit tech-savvy to bring the
family together. The easiest way is via Zoom, the online meeting software that
allows multiple people to be online at the same time. Download it onto your
computer or phone from <a href="https://zoom.us/"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">https://zoom.us/</span></a><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">
</span>or with the Zoom app and you’ll be ready to go.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Then, someone can invite each participant
with a link to join the meeting, or, in this case, the Seder. Click to join
with video and sound and you’ll soon see everyone on your screen.<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span> </div>
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In addition to having someone coordinate the invitations,
you’ll need to appoint someone to take charge of the order of the Seder,
similar to how it would be done if you were sitting around a family table in
one room.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>That person, the leader, will
then call on participants to read sections from the Haggadah, which sets forth
the order of the Seder and its contents, or ask attendees to comment on
questions that will personalize the Seder for your family.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">What Does a Seder
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In these unprecedented times, the Seder lends itself to many
applications to the present.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For
example, when you discuss the ten plagues that Moses invoked on the Egyptians
to convince Pharaoh to allow the Jews religious freedom, you might want to
relate the plagues to what is happening right now with a different set of
plagues: the plague of disease, the plague of scarcity of food and supplies, the
plague of unemployment and so on.
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The Four Cups of Wine take on new importance this year,
too.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Wine was considered a royal drink
in the past, and hence drinking wine meant that you were free. While there is
no concrete reason why we drink four cups at a Seder (or even three or two), we
still need to remind ourselves that we are free, even though it may not seem
that way right now. No one will argue that wine this year will also help us
relax and recline (as you’re supposed to on Passover) during this difficult time.
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There are numerous other opportunities to increase the
relevance of the Passover story to our present situation.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">A Seder by the Books</b>
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The contents of the Seder (which means <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">order</i>), can be found by downloading any number of Haggadot (try <a href="https://www.haggadot.com/clip-search">https://www.haggadot.com/clip-search</a>
for some suggestions or how to make your own). The Haggadah will help you track
through the Seder’s dozen or so steps:
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">2.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">3.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span>Washing the Hands (<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Urhatz</i>) – a perfect opportunity to mention why this is so important
right now</div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">4.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Karpas</i>
– dipping greens into salt water as a symbol of Spring and new beginnings but
marked by tears</div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">5.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
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– with three pieces of matzoh, take the middle piece and break it in half,
setting aside the larger piece as the afikoman (the final piece eaten as
dessert). While this was said to symbolize the breaking of the Ten Commandments
or the parting of the Red Sea when the Israelites fled Egypt, perhaps this
“breaking” can refer to the “broken” existence that is now being shared
throughout the world.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s a perfect
time to stop and reflect on what it means to you today.</div>
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– the story of the Israelites’ exodus from Egypt.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It includes the explanation of the symbolic items
on the Seder plate (as best as you can create one), recitation of the Four
Questions by the youngest present, traditional Passover songs and readings of a
variety of explanatory passages. Drink the second cup of wine.</div>
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of what is happening at present.</div>
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</span></span></span>Blessing the Matzoh <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>(<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Hamotzi</i>)
– giving thanks that we have food to eat and can share it with our families and
friends</div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">9.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
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– eating something bitter like horseradish as a remembrance of the mortar that
the Israelites used to build the bricks for the Egyptians’ buildings </div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">10.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Charoset</i> – eating the sweet mix of
apples, nuts, cinnamon and wine, together with some Maror on Matzoh, a Hillel
sandwich, sweetness with a remembrance of bitterness. Perhaps you’d like to
mention what you feel you’re missing at the moment?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And what you’re grateful for?</div>
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tradition of Elijah’s Cup and Miriam’s Cup (pouring the Fifth cup of wine for
Elijah and a cup of water for Miriam) – welcoming the prophet Elijah to the
Seder and recognizing Miriam’s well that provided water for the Israelites
while in the desert. The symbolism of Elijah as a virtual guest is more
apparent than ever this year.</div>
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While some of these steps may be difficult to execute this
year, you can adjust what you might remember from past Seders to the reality of
what we have to use at this moment.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s
important to accept that you might not have a perfect Seder, and that’s fine.
If you don’t have all the ingredients or you don’t have a Seder plate, you will
still have a Seder as long as you come together and recite the Passover
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The Seder can be as long as you want it to be, and you can
choose to forego the order and leave the dinner part to the end if that works
best for you, following the pre-meal steps of the Seder on Zoom and then signing
off to dine. You could also decide to reconvene afterward<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>to have some schmooze time and to reflect on
what the closing statement, “Next Year in Jerusalem” might truly mean as we
self-quarantine now and think ahead.
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{margin-bottom:0in;}</style>Meryl Pearlsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04169786400145425622noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4244116193258834842.post-64115692185253190442020-02-08T02:42:00.002-05:002020-02-09T01:21:24.004-05:00Surprise Your Valentine with a Great Dinner in New York City<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif; font-size: x-small;"></span><br />
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Countdown to Valentine's Day 2020<br />
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Set in a beautiful brownstone on a tree-lined block, flower- and candle-bedecked <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="strong" mce_style="font-weight: bold;" style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://www.felidia-nyc.com/" mce_href="http://www.felidia-nyc.com/">Felidia</a></span> has been a romantic favorite for diners for 38 years. For Valentine’s Day, Felidia is serving a four-course San Valentino Tasting Menu dinner at $158 per person with an optional Kaluga Caviar course. Complementing the specially designed heart-shaped ravioli (<span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="em" mce_style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic;">Cuore Matto</span>) are over-the-top dishes like Wagyu beef bresaola and a <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="em" mce_style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic;">Tutto Tonno</span> platter comprised of Big Eye tuna tartare, carpaccio, avocado, burrata and Kaluga caviar. Guests will also receive a tasting of Felidia’s most coveted desserts and Italian delights.</div>
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To be transported to Rome without buying a plane ticket, <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="strong" mce_style="font-weight: bold;" style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://www.luparestaurant.com/" mce_href="http://www.luparestaurant.com/">Lupa</a></span> has a special $79 four-course Valentine’s Day menu that will inspire amore and oohs and ahhs. The meal begins with a choice of aphrodisiacal appetizers like broiled oysters, or <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="em" mce_style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic;">carne crudo</span> with truffle Fonduta and quail egg. More indulgent truffles can be added to the <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="em" mce_style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic;">tonnarelli cacio pepe</span> for the primo course followed by two shareable dishes, whole roasted red snapper or quail “love birds.” Red-for-romance strawberry <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="em" mce_style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic;">tartufo</span> is the perfect dessert.</div>
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Spend Valentine’s Day in NYC’s historic Flower District at <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="strong" mce_style="font-weight: bold;" style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://moxy-hotels.marriott.com/nyc/chelsea/feroce-ristorante/" mce_href="http://moxy-hotels.marriott.com/nyc/chelsea/feroce-ristorante/">Feroce Ristorante</a></span> in the Moxy Chelsea, named “Best New Italian Restaurant to Open Worldwide” by Italian food and wine magazine <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="em" mce_style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic;">Gambero Rosso</span>. Guests will enjoy aphrodisiac-inspired specials like <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="em" mce_style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic;">carpaccio di Capesante</span>, scallops thinly sliced and served with taggiasca olives, cauliflower, and organic dill in a blood orange dressing; and <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="em" mce_style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic;">saltimbocca di rana Pescatrice</span>, roasted monkfish wrapped in prosciutto di Parma, aged for 24 months, served with zucchini and olive tapenade. The meal climaxes with a sinfully rich <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="em" mce_style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic;">mousse al cioccolato e limponi</span>, a heart-shaped chocolate mousse served with organic fresh raspberries.</div>
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In celebration of Valentine’s Day <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="strong" mce_style="font-weight: bold;" style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://blacktap.com/" mce_href="https://blacktap.com/">Black Tap</a></span> is rolling out the decadent Red Velvet Cake Shake, a red velvet cake batter shake with a vanilla frosted rim with red and white sprinkles topped with a slice of red velvet cake, whipped cream and a chocolate drizzle. Now that’s love.</div>
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Cocktail bar and lounge, <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="strong" mce_style="font-weight: bold;" style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://opheliany.com/" mce_href="https://opheliany.com/">Ophelia</a></span>, will be offering a <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="strong" mce_style="font-weight: bold;" style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/214-valentines-day-roses-chocolates-soiree-at-ophelia-lounge-nyc-tickets-88686229901" mce_href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/214-valentines-day-roses-chocolates-soiree-at-ophelia-lounge-nyc-tickets-88686229901">Rose and Chocolates Soirée</a></span> this Valentine’s Day. Tickets are required, with the VIP pass including a private table for two, a long stem rose, Champagne on arrival, a bottle of Moët & Chandon Champagne and chocolate truffles. If you want to go a little further, Ophelia has a "Proposal Package" which puts you in a private cove, covered in rose petals, and further ensures you’ll get the desired answer with a bottle of <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="em" mce_style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic;">Dom Pérignon</span> or Ace of Spades <span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="em" mce_style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic;">Champagne</span>, two dozen long stem roses and a box of chocolate truffles, all orchestrated according to your personal wishes. </div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="strong" mce_style="font-weight: bold;" style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://cantinarooftop.com/" mce_href="https://cantinarooftop.com/" title="https://cantinarooftop.com/">Cantina Rooftop</a></span> makes sure your cocktails are served with a selection of aphrodisiacal dishes. For Valentine’s Day, Cantina will serve a special three-course meal with a pitcher of their signature margaritas or sangria for two. You’ll sip your tequila as you tuck into aphrodisiacal dishes like baked Blue Point oysters (<span class="Apple-style-span" mce_name="em" mce_style="font-style: italic;" style="font-style: italic;">ostiones al horno</span>) with <i>poblano rajas gratin</i> and desserts like guava cheese cake with fresh fruit compote. You can keep the party spirit alive at Cantina’s after-dinner party with drink specials and music by DJ Javi.</div>
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Red is the preferred color for roses on Valentine's Day, and it's a no-brainer when it comes to wine. Pink, a variant of red, takes
second place on Valentine’s Day but figures prominently in rosés that will add
some splash to your day. Both blend perfectly with chocolates and other
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While wine is fine, you might want to consider other spirits to create the
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But, please, save your money on flowers this year – they might last a week and they
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You don’t usually equate England with <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">sparkling wine</b>. And that’s what makes <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://nyetimber.com/">Nyetimber</a></b>, England’s premiere vintage
even more appealing. Not only is it unsual, but it’s perfect for Valentine’s
Day: <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Nyetimber’s classic brut, rosé and
demi sec sparkling wines are made by a couple, Cherie Spriggs and husband and
winemaker Brad Greatix. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Nyetimber uses
one hundred percent estate-grown grapes, including Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
and Chardonnay. For Valentine’s Day, try the Rosé Multi-Vintage, a charming mix
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For true rosé decadence, the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">iconic vintage cuvée</b>, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://www.nicolas-feuillatte.com/en-us">Palmes d’Or Rosé 2008</a> </b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>offers a wonderful marriage of texture and
flavors. Palmes d’Or Rosé is a rare ‘saignee rosé' where the red wine juices
are bled briefly from the skins in a 100% Pinot Noir blend from two cru
vineyards with Grand Cru grapes from Bouzy allied with the intense fruit-laden
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For a rosé that hits all the right notes – it’s delicious,
pretty and it even travels well -- I suggest buying your sweetie a four-pack of
the adorable <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://www.bonterra.com/wines/the-butler/">Bonterra Organic Vineyards’</a>
rosé cans</b>. Bonterra 2018 Rosé celebrates the fresh spirit of the organic
viticulture practices that Bonterra adheres to and reflects their unwavering
commitment to sustainability and the environment. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Not a fan of grapes, and if flowers are still what you do on February 14, you can give <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">flowers</b> in the form of
wine for Valentine's Day. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Flowers are a
fundamental part of the fermentation process at <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://www.freerangeflowerwinery.com/shop.html">Free Range
Flower Winery</a></b>, and no, there are no grapes. Try the refreshing Rose Hybiscus
Wine, made from locally sourced organic rose and hibiscus flowers. <o:p></o:p></div>
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You can pack these bottles in your suitcase for your next
trip. But how about packing for a <b>v</b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">acation</b>
that’s even more wine-centric. A <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">wine
safari</b> in <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.conejo.com_&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=oZmhtw7jrz65z2oVvo8_MbxzrDcWOPlxH9r-bbUyNSQ&m=jbpFXixNDdK048RGFRSUKIXUNhKPh7ABStGspmYLELg&s=ijcT1fE8bsWSX_JQRoGSIRhXPb9UJm15qL3HblBs_M0&e=">Conejo
Valley</a> in Southern California makes the perfect travel gift. With <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__conejo.com_see-2Danother-2Dside_get-2Dyour-2Dwine-2Don-2Din-2Dthe-2Dwild_&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=oZmhtw7jrz65z2oVvo8_MbxzrDcWOPlxH9r-bbUyNSQ&m=jbpFXixNDdK048RGFRSUKIXUNhKPh7ABStGspmYLELg&s=jFHQJrBmft91WUWfEB-qgWArLL2OnwwSgXciwDHQhnw&e=">Malibu
Wine Safaris</a></b>, couples can go for a ride in a safari vehicle while
making stops along the way to taste local wines and mingle with exotic animals
who also happen to be retired movie stars (a giraffe, zebras, llamas, yaks,
camels, alpacas, bison and more). The safari takes place on the 1000-acre
Saddlerock Ranch and vineyard, where you’ll ride in custom-built Safari
vehicles and learn about the history of the landscape and the animals. You can customize
the safari to add a special lunch, mimosa brunch and more.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Skip the wine and head straight for the hard stuff. In
Nashville, warm your heart with a <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">“Tennessee
Whiskey for Two”</b> package at the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hotelpreston.com%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cshannon.overholser%40provenancehotels.com%7C0371c482caac45966b0708d7959f16e3%7C79c7583b235e4fde99935611a07b3c8f%7C1%7C0%7C637142382832669071&sdata=hmJdqR0E%2FkxRlrHk9GANEhjWJGB1GWH12RYH1aWuhqs%3D&reserved=0">Hotel
Preston</a></b> . Instead of touring vineyards, you’ll tour the Tennessee South
Distillery and Big Machine Vodka Distillery where you’ll enjoy four tastings
and a cocktail. You can also bottle your own spirit of Big Machine Vodka or
Single Barrel Clayton James Whiskey Straight from the barrel. Your gift with be
your own special limited-edition bottle to take home.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The package is available through the end of
March.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">And What Goes Better
with Win<o:p></o:p></b><b style="text-align: center;">e or Whiskey than Chocolate and Cheese</b></div>
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Give a taste of history from New Mexico with the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Chaco Pottery Shard truffle box collection</b>
from <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://www.cacaosantafe.com/collections/boxed-chocolates">Cacao Santa Fe</a>.</b>
Forget the basic heart-shaped box of mediocre chocolates this year and trade it
in for chocolates with a history and connection to Santa Fe, New Mexico. Inspired
by the indigenous cultures of Chaco Canyon in New Mexico, where 150 intact
black and white pottery vessels were uncovered in Pueblo Bonito, Chaco's
largest ruin, the chocolates are imprinted with the black and white pottery
designs. It’s believed that chocolate was traded by these people with the
Aztecs in Mexico, based on ingredients found in the pottery discoveries. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Cheeseheads will love the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://www.bellechevre.com/shop/cheesy-kiss-gift-box/">Cheesy
Kiss Gift Box</a></b> from award-winning goat cheese producer <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://www.bellechevre.com/">Belle
Chevre</a></b>. The gift box includes all of the elements for a romantic
appetizer at home with a Greek Kiss, a disc of handcrafted chèvre wrapped in a
beautifully brined Greek grape leaf; a Savannah Bee honeycomb; and a very
on-trend slate board for serving cheese and condiments. <o:p></o:p></div>
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