A fun place for after-work drinks in SoHo introduced to me by a great friend…Merc Bar (Mercer b/t Prince & Houston).

a cool rustic feel set by Native/outdoorsy decor

dimmed lights and lounge-y music make for an intimate feel

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i was never one of those little tween girls that was obsessed with “Leo” during the Titanic craze…but he sure catches my eye while making a “splash” in March 2010 Esquire Mag….

DiCaprio holds a cigar and makes a “splash” on the cover of March 2010 Esquire Mag

love the MODO sunglasses--also a NYC-based company

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Whole Foods really steps it up with it’s veggie “styling”…

Snow Peas, Red Bell Peppers, and Snap PeasVine Ripe Tomatoes, plus White and Green Asparagus

Vine Ripe Tomatoes, whith White and Green Asparagus

be sure to check out their blog as well!

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Join me and NYC in celebrating the Oscars and its iconic role as the most filmed set in the world!

Get the full scoop of events at NYCGO.COM.

Courtesy, AMPAS

If you’re a fame fan, you may also find newyorkinthemovies helpful on your next visit to NYC!

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Bloomingdale’s 59th and Lex

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If you find yourself on the upper east side and craving french fare and intense list of beer pairings stop by Cafe D’Alsace for amazing service even better food –as a friend from University and I did on Friday night.

Cafe D'Alsace--corner of 88th and 2nd

Supposedly they have a brunch to die for as well…

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A few friends and I ventured uptown to Harlem to check out “Amateur Night” at the Apollo Theater last night.

Since 1934, every Wednesday night at 7:30pm aspiring artists and performers have graced the stage of the Apollo Theater with hopes that the magic of the hallowed stage and the approval of the infamous audience will launch their careers in the entertainment world. Apollo Wednesday night alumni are an impressive and ever-expanding roster of world class talent including such legends as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Billie Holiday, James Brown, Ben E. King, Jackie Wilson, The Isley Brothers, Luther Vandross, Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5, Fat Joe, Lauryn Hill, Dru Hill, Blu Cantrell and many others.

Check out the lungs on these two guys…who will hopefully continue on the history making trail:

a definite must-do if visiting NYC!

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Coterie 2010 concluded today in NYC!

Coterie is a trade show known for sparking worldwide trends with  hand-picked designers comprised of both established names and the young, avant-garde designers. It is a culmination of fashion RTW and accessories that introduces new lines, trends, and seasons to the public. A plethora of buyers from boutiques and retailers from across the globe push their way through the lines to get their order in with the most coveted designers.

TRE: new-comers to the Coterie scene...and what a hit they were!

As new comers to the Coterie scene, TRE was packed every time I passed their booth!  TRE is a up and coming, hot line that caught my eye. Conceptualized by the NYC-based (yet international blooded) socialite duo, Marisa Brown (Brazil) and Ulrica Lanaro (Sweden), the accessories line is dominated by ultra fun, modern, and affordable italian blown glass rings and necklaces.

The pair have followed Parisian Renee LALIQUE’s lead who is now being shown at the South Street Sea Port in NYC.

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…a brilliant summary done by NY Time’s, Eric Wilson from the Fall 2010 collections in Bryant Park:

A Look At Fashion Week