The George
Photos by Lesley Unruh When makeup mogul Bobbi Brown announced she was leaving her beauty brand back in 2016, her husband, real estate developer Steven Plofker, breathed a sigh of relief. Not because an important chapter in their lives was closing, but because another one was about to begin. Unbeknownst to Brown, her husband was […]
Ask a Sommelier With John Jansma of Natirar, Ninety Acres
By Loannie Dao Navigating the world of wine can be both challenging and rewarding if you know your stuff. However, oftentimes when it comes to picking up a bottle or ordering during a night out, we cling to wine’s own equivalent of an old wives’ tale. Does all wine truly get better with age? Does […]
Refined Dining at Restaurant Nicholas
Over the last decade, dining has changed. As consumers, we’ve traded in haughty waiters and stuffy venues for a more approachable (and casual) experience, one where the sophistication of taste and top-tier ingredients trumps all other matters of refinement. We’re more educated about where our food comes from, more mindful of our dietary restrictions, and […]
How to Redesign a Room with Goldalamode
If HGTV has you daydreaming about all the things your home could be, take that as a sign that it’s time to renovate. In some cases all you need is a small change here and there, while other times it can turn into an utter overhaul. From planning and measuring to buying and installing, we […]
The Many Expressions of Sauvignon Blanc
By David Gettenberg and Anne Press of Englewood Wine Merchants Sauvignon Blancs are distinct – very distinct – white wines. From lemon-lime to fresh-cut grass, Sauvignon Blancs have an unmistakable signature. All Sauvignon Blancs, however, are not the same. Depending on the region in which they are grown, Sauvignon Blancs can throw a wide range of […]
Introducing Asher Slaunwhite Architects
Founded in 1993 by Mark Asher, and known for 20+ years as Asher Associates Architects, the firm recently announced their name change, derivative of their newest partnership with long-time employee Deborah Slaunwhite. Over the past decade, Slaunwhite has increased her leadership in firm management, client relations and business development which inevitably lead to her promotion […]
