Bar Cart Refresh! Here’s Our Spring 2025 Edition of Drinks to Try
April 22, 2025
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April is a time of renewal. And if you, or your bar cart, needs some refreshing, read on!
April is a time of renewal. And if you, or your bar cart, needs some refreshing, read on!
Not that men can’t do it well, but the increasing breed of women winemakers proves that they have a magic touch with viticulture as well.
As winter transitions into spring, we recommend a few red wines to say ‘au revoir’!
As you drive into 2025, stop to appreciate some beautiful art and jewels on the way. We list some upcoming art shows to hop along.
With Christmas and New Year’s Eve approaching, you can never have too much of wine at home. And if you are looking for some recommendations, here they are!
Indulge in wines which are not only deep and relishable, but also encourage conversations and awe.
There is no dearth of millionaires and billionaires in New York City. But the rich of the Gilded Age were a league of their own. Read more on these mansions-turned-museums.
If you thought American wines were concentrated in Napa Valley, or even Virginia, you are wrong. Washington State wines have made an equally successful mark.
As spring advances to summer, here are some wine recommendations to help with your seasonal wine cellar revamp!
The movie “Barbie” might not have won all the Academy Awards, but it revived an interest in the color pink. For those of us who drink wine, pink means rosé!
Winter can make anyone’s day dull and drab, but art can lift it. Particularly when it’s as adorable or vibrant as Beatrix Potter and Sonia Delaunay’s works.
Whether or not you’re not celebrating Valentine’s Day, consider having a glass of bubbly to put some fizz in your life!
If you’re a collector, a (wishful) browser of fine arts, a dealer or a history buff, consider visiting New York’s The Winter Show with its vetted home furnishing, fine arts and objets d’art selection.
With the holiday season behind us, you might be looking for wine finds which we refer to as “ready-to-drink” wines, wines that don’t need a wine cellar or a big expense account.
From uber-luxury trunks to Prince’s wardrobe, NYC adopted an artistic vibes.
Come chill with us as the seasons change and explore some exceptional South American wines, plus a few other new releases, sampled during tasting events.
Fashion is much more than a piece of cloth. There’s quite a bit of history involved – as Sotheby’s explains with its recent Fashion Icons sale.
A simple thing like butter can make a huge difference to your dish. But the French have identified the perfect proportion of making it just that extra droolworthy. Here’s more!
Red wine lovers are familiar with Spain’s world-famous Rioja red wines, but there’s plenty of culture and gastronomy awaiting visitors.
Withering heat calls for light, refreshing drinks. And white wines are perfect. We tell you which ones to put in the cart.
A pomegranate brooch, a necklace dripping with emeralds, a ring symbolizing a Hindu festival. These two exquisite jewelry exhibitions in Manhattan will sweep you off your feet!
History, heritage, and loyalty must be earned. Caswell-Massey has been storing up on these three for the past 271 years. And now, they are modernizing themselves for the next centuries
If you thought you had unraveled the world of wine already, wait, there’s more!
From Yucatan’s cenotes to Louisiana’s Bayou, we explore the world for some heady cocktails and a jeweled champagne that this summer deserves.
From yesteryear’s Navajo Rugs to the more modern Banksy, The Philadelphia Show takes you on a cultural, historical journey through America.
As the winter melts away, swirl these spring worthy wines from Sicily in your backyard.
Make room on your coffee table and bookshelves for these new books focusing on the house of Cartier – newly published by Flammarion and distributed by Rizzoli. Here’s what you might enjoy in these new tomes.
The beauty of art has always been not just in technique, but in its interpretation, and what it reveals about the artist’s thoughts. The innermost thoughts. BRAFA is one such exhibition, that reveals the evolution of world, through its exhibitors.Â
It’s the festive season! How about sprinkling some cheer into a medley of innovative mixers and ingredients to create your special brand of holidays?
Inspired by the original French varietals, the South American terrain brings a characteristic flavor and profile to its wines. This winter, explore the little known with wines from Argentina and Chile.
As New York ramps up for Salon Art + Design, we list up a few other exhibitions in the city that have enchanted our imagination recently!
Poggio alle Gazze, a white wine by Frescobaldi’s Ornellaia, knows who to hob-nob with, as this wine takes us on a European trip for some exquisite Mediterranean pairings.
From thought-provoking to garish, modern to philosophical, New York’s recent art fairs presented a noteworthy spread of modern and post-modern art, against the backdrop of New York Fashion Week.
Talking about wines matured in clay pot and grapes grown in dual personality regions, we discover some hidden, lesser-known gems of the wine world.
When it comes to Prosecco, the fizzy, sparking wine that has become a favorite successor to Spanish Cava, we discovered some discerning characteristics at a one-on-one tasting recently with Matteo Bolla, the energetic & peripatetic US representative of Valdo Prosecco & sparkling wines. Follow along as we share what we learned as we sipped.
All museums document history – no matter how insignificant it is. Going beyond the regular cathedrals that lay claim to the past, we mention some lesser known, but equally intriguing museums, that will instill that sense of wonder and awe yet again
If you happen to have $8 million in your pocket, Sotheby’s New York has the perfect artifact – a gigantic dinosaur to grace your foyer, delight your nerd buddies and terrify your elegant guests!
Pandemic seems to be over. The world is back to being together – physically. So let’s cheer with some invigorating concoctions!
Which wine is perfect, pretty and always a winner? Why, it’s a Rose! We recommend some beautiful blends for this season
No Kindle can tear away the allure of that delicate, crinkly paper. And art, aged like fine wine, becomes even more precious. We reminiscence a few items that piqued our interest at two esoteric fairs in America
Capturing the exotic wealth of nature in South America, Fueguia 1833 takes you on a trail of discovery through its fragrances
Norway’s natural beauty and the great outdoors are punctuated beautifully by Oslo’s collection of museums. A trip to this city is certainly soul-satisfying
Just picking up any pink bottle does not work. We recommend some lovely sparkling rose wines for that special Valentine dinner, with enough fodder on them to discuss with your significant other!
With romance setting the course for Valentine’s Day, what better way to celebrate the occasion than visiting Paris? Of course, with travel being a distant dream, these coffee table books will help you imagine the city in a beautifully opulent way!
Sustainability in wine making is an old topic. Even then, sometimes we are not sure which sustainable wines to buy. We hunt down some credible names that are not just sustainable, but also great in quality and style.
An amalgamation of exquisite wares, Salon Art + Design showcased imaginative, inspirational design for homes and art lovers
Whether you are a wine expert or an enthusiast or an aspirant, there is no greater pleasure than truly experiencing wines in the company of those who understand the terroir. From meeting winemakers to observing legendary vintages in the cellar, we list a few wineries worth the grape juice
Jewelry, as an adornment, has a long history, which is almost as old as time. And as time stood standstill in the past 2 years, publishers offered coffee table books on jewelry to help us enjoy, revel in delightful creations. We list some favorites
