7 New Restaurants Opening In The Hamptons This Summer

Summer in the Hamptons brings long weekends of lavish parties, beautiful beaches and of course, fresh seafood. Make a reservation at these newly opened restaurants out East for the best in fine dining to casual eateries.

Check out CBS New York for my article on 7 New Restaurants Opening In The Hamptons This Summer xo

NYC's Best Summer 2013 Date Ideas

The warm weather means it's the season for daytime activities or flirtatious nights around New York City. Whether you’re with a spring fling or the love of your life, take your date to one of these restaurants, bars or fun activities to enjoy the season together.

Check out CBS New York for my article on NYC's 7 Best Summer 2013 Date Ideas xo

What To Do This Weekend In NYC, June 14-16

Are your eyebrows a mess? Enjoy FREE brow shaping and trimming today, Friday June 14 at select RAMY Look Boutiques in NYC!

Listed as one of my suggestions for NYC’s Best Summer 2013 Date Ideas, make reservations by the bar at Four Seasons Hotel New York for "Bubbles And Bites". Every Friday from 5p.m. - 7 p.m. through Labor Day you can enjoy complimentary nibbles with every glass of Veuve Cliquot Yellow Label Champagne for $20 a glass!

Support the arts in New York City by purchasing a ticket for The Blind Pig, a speakeasy soiree to benefit Fourth Arts Block. The event is Tuesday, June 18, so hurry and get your last minute tickets for a night of fun in the East Village!

The Carbone guys are opening a clam bar on Saturday, June 15. You know it will be the next "it" place, so make reservations asap.

If Dad's into comfort food, bring him by S'MAC on Sunday June 16th, where fathers eat free! 

Happy Father's Day to all the Dad's out there! Enjoy the weekend, lovely readers xo

New York City Father’s Day Gift Guide 2013

Thank your dad for all of his love, support and encouragement over the years with a thoughtful gift this Father’s Day. From a gentlemen’s brunch for the foodie to sharp accessories for the business man, there’s something for every type of dad to say “I love you” in New York City. 

Check out my NYC's Father's Day Gift Guide on CBS New York and get shopping! xo

Who Should Pay On A First Date?

As a single twenty-something in New York City, I’ve had my share of first dates, summer flings and even one night stands (sorry, Mom!).

With my knowledge from the dating trenches, I’ve shared what not to order, drink and wear during your first meeting with Mr. Right Now. And even my thoughts on getting a discount with a Groupon has been discussed. But, when it comes to the end of the first meal together, who should treat? 

Check out this fun video that captures that awkward moment when the check arrives to the table, produced by a talented coworker from my days as a soap opera producer.



So, what’s your take? Should you split the bill? Should the chivalrous man always pay? Or should the person who planned the date pay for the meal? xo

Best NYC Restaurants For Moules Frites Dinner Deals

Moules Frites is a popular Belgian dish with a French name — and it’s picking up quite a fan base in New York City, where many refer to meal the American way: Mussels and fries. Whatever you want to call it, these restaurants are doing it right.

Check out CBS New York for my article on 8 NYC Restaurants For Moules Frites Dinner Deals xo

Where To Celebrate National Doughnut Day In NYC

Cake, yeast or filled, doughnuts seem to have made a comeback as a trendy treat in New York City. From out of the ordinary toppings to interesting shapes, these bakeries and restaurants are serving up deliciously fried sweets to celebrate National Doughnut Day the right way on Friday, June 7.

Check out CBS New York for my article on 9 Creative NYC Doughnuts To Celebrate National Doughnut Day for fun flavors and even some freebies!

Happy Friday! xo

Best Soft Shell Crab Plates In NYC

Summer marks the beginning of soft shell crab season. Enjoy these delicacies stuffed in sandwiches or plated with seasonal veggies at these New York City restaurants – while they last!

Check out CBS New York for my article on the 10 Best Soft Shell Crab Plates in NYC xo

Bling It On! With Hpnotiq: Show Off Your City Girl Heels For A Chance To Win

Remember when I was the resident dating writer for Hpnotiq? My weekly column on Hpnotiq’s blog covered topics by a single girl (yours truly) for single girls. From tips on How To Ask Him Out to reasons to be Be Single (and Happy) on New Years Eve, I loved being the voice of Hpnotiq’s single girls everywhere.

With my passion for Hpnotiq’s “girls night out” theme, I couldn’t help but get excited for their newest giveaway! Do you love shopping for glam shoes? From now until July 28th 2013, Hpnotiq wants you to show them how you GLAM LOUDER to win fabulous prizes! During each 2-week challenge you can submit photos in different categories to win - including the glammest heels, nails, makeup and overall look. Entries can be pictures you snap yourself or images you find online, if you’re too shy to share your own glam photos.

Ready to Bling It On!? Here are the glamorous prizes that are up for grabs: 

• One pair of shoes of your choice (Up to $800)
• One purse of your choice (Up to $1,000)
• One year of manis/pedis worth up to $1,200
•  $1,000 gift card to Sephora or Ulta
• AND a chance to win the grand prize trip for you and three friends to go shopping with a celebrity Los Angeles! And on top of that, the grand prize winner will star in a professional photo shoot for the chance to be in a real Hpnotiq Ad!

Hpnotiq’s Glammest Heels Challenge is going on RIGHT NOW - but hurry - the entry period for the glammest heels ends at 11:59:59 a.m. EST on June 16th! For the first challenge, participants are asked to share their latest "SHOE CRUSH"! Hpnotiq wants you to show them the glammest heels you can find. Snap a pic of your own or find a pic of that pair of shoes online you’ve been stalking - and “pinning” on Pinterest -  for months! For this round, they’re choosing 4 lucky winners to get their choice of glam heels valued at up to $800. 

To enter: visit here, Hpnotiq’s Facebook page or follow @Hpnotiq on twitter and tweet them your picture using the hashtag #GLAMLOUDER. If you’re one of the 4 winners, you’ll also be able to compete in the final round for a chance to win a grand prize trip for you and three friends to meet a famous celebrity in LA, for shopping, makeovers AND you might also star in a photo shoot for the chance to be in a real Hpnotiq Ad! 

(My current favorite glam heels for weddings & holidays)

Check out the full contest rules and have fun being glam! xo

*This post is sponsored by Hpnotiq

The Best Date Night Restaurants in Flatiron

From upscale American to international cuisines, make a reservation at one of these neighborhood gems for a deliciously romantic date night out in Flatiron.

Check out CBS New York for my article on The 7 Best Date Night Restaurants in Flatiron. 

And yes, I recommend the Salted Caramel Sundae with candied peanuts and popcorn, fresh whipped cream and chocolate sauce at ABC Kitchen.

For more neighborhood date guides:

The 7 Best West Village Date Night Restaurants
The 5 Best East Village Date Night Restaurants
The 5 Best Date Night Restaurants & Bars in Tribeca