Accessories Council Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2012

February 6, 2012 by  
Filed under ARTS + LEISURE, FEATURED, LIFESTYLE, THE DAILY

Christmas is a distant memory, New years is long gone and the next big holiday is right around the corner. Retailers have started the onslaught of Vaslentine merchandise, every store is suddenly covered in shades of red and pink.  Rosy cheeked cherubs and candy hearts have saturated the market with their promises of love and unforgettable romance.  As with any gift giving holiday finding the right gift is essential, thankfully Our friends at the Accessories Council invited us to discover a few fantastic options.  Guests of the event enjoyed delicious mini cupcakes, overflowing chalices of Don Q rum Limon madras cocktail (cranberry juice, orange juice, lemon juice, and Don Q Limon rum)  and waistline friendly sweet treats from the Soft Serve Fruit Company, as our hostesses presented item after fabulous item.

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Love is in the Air: Valentine’s Day Gift Guide Part 1

January 20, 2012 by  
Filed under ARTS + LEISURE, FEATURED, LIFESTYLE, THE DAILY

Perfect Gifts For Your Loved Ones (Guys and Gals) On VALENTINE’S DAY

GREAT GIFTS FOR YOUR MAN

BEN SHERMAN

Made in Italy” Giacomo boots in charcoal. The boots are available at Ben Sherman stores nationwide. Visit www.bensherman.com for store locations

LIFE/AFTER/DENIM

Clubhouse shirt in Ash, $92 Read more

Valentine’s Day Cocktails from MARTINI and Cointreau

It is about that time…Cupid’s flying, hearts are racing, “Love is in the air”… and as Valentine’s Day approaches, we wanted to get in touch with some fun cocktails from MARTINI and Cointreau to celebrate the romantic occasion!

MARTINI Signature Cocktails and Sparkling Wine Minis:

Whether getting ready for a hot date at home or preparing for a single night out, these sexy drinks are just the treat to get you going. Sip on the MARTINI Rosato Royale, a light and refreshing cocktail with a suave mix of MARTINI Rosato and MARTINI Sparkling Rosé to enhance the night. To top off an amazing evening, toast with the MARTINI Asti Red Blush, featuring the delicately sweet MARTINI Asti mixed together with strawberry puree and rose syrup.

MARTINI Rosato Royale

2 ounces MARTINI Sparkling Rosé

2 ounces MARTINI Rosato

Pour MARTINI Sparkling Rosé and MARTINI Rosato into a wine glass filled with ice.

Stir and garnish with a floating raspberry.

MARTINI Asti Red Blush
4 ounces MARTINI Asti (chilled)

½ ounce strawberry puree

½ ounce rose syrup

Pour puree and rose syrup into a flute glass and stir well.

Top with MARTINI Asti and garnish with a lemon wheel.

MARTINI Sparkling Wine Minis are affordable and adorable, delivering bubbly merriment in small doses! They are individual serving-sized bottles (187mL – roughly a quarter the size of a “regular” bottle) filled with the effervescence of the best-selling imported sparkling wine in the United States.  Available in MARTINI Sparkling Rosé, Prosecco and Asti, the minis are fun and flirty, perfect for a romantic  Valentine’s Day evening!  (SRP: $14.99 /4-pack)

If you are looking for simplicity, pop open a bottle from the fine selection of MARTINI sparkling wines:

The MARTINI Sparkling Rose, with its delicate pink hue and refreshing flavor, are ideal for Valentine’s Day.

The frizzante style effervescence from MARTINI Prosecco will bring cheer to any toast.

The delicately sweet MARTINI Asti can satisfy the slight sweet tooth with pure bliss.

The velvety texture of MARTINI Moscato d’Asti is highlighted by notes of crisp, ripe fruits and a gentle sparkle.

 

COINTREAU SIGNATURE COCKTAILS

Start (or end) your evening with the Cointreau Teese. This delicious cocktail – crafted exclusively by Cointreau and the Queen of Burlesque, Dita Von Teese, will surely set a sensual mood. Or try the Cointreau Vixen (a fruity blend of bright citrus notes and red grape juice) as a sultry alternative.

 

Cointreau Teese

1 1/2 oz Cointreau
1/2 oz Apple juice
1 oz Monin violet syrup
3/4 oz fresh lemon juice

Pour all ingredients into an ice filled shaker and shake vigorously.  Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a violet.

Cointreau Vixen

2 oz Cointreau
2 ½ oz red grape juice
Sparkling water or tonic
Pour all ingredients into an iced filled long drink glass and gently stir.  Top with sparkling or tonic water.

Enjoy and always remember to drink responsibly!

 

Valentine’s Day at the Edison

February 9, 2011 by  
Filed under FEATURED, FOOD + COCKTAILS, THE DAILY

Valentine’s Day approaches and with it the call for romantic evenings and memorable outings with a treasured friend lover and confidant. For most this means a great dinner followed by or following a movie or performance. Read more

Our Valentine’s Day Picks from Net-a-Porter

February 4, 2011 by  
Filed under FASHION, LIFESTYLE

Net-A-Porter is one of our go to destinations for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift. They have fabulous selections, everything from lingerie, chic handbags, sparkling jewelry, and shoes to die for.

To make shopping easy, Net-a-Porter has an expert team of fashion advisers to help you with your shopping needs. They even offer same-day delivery in London and Manhattan plus express delivery worldwide. Perfect for some last minute shopping! Check out our Valentine’s Day picks from www.net-a-porter.com. Read more

Valentine’s Day Gift Idea: Peace Love World

February 4, 2011 by  
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It’s that time of year again, Valentine’s Day!!! There’s no better way to send a LOVE message this Valentine’s Day than with clothes by PEACE LOVE WORLD. Read more

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