The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) located in the Bronx, New York celebrates The Orchid Show’s 19th year with Renowned Designer Jeff Leatham’s: Kaleidoscope where his stunning use of color, shape, size, and design create a kaleidoscope of color with breathtaking orchid displays. The Orchid Show runs until May 1, 2022, and it is the perfect location to celebrate Spring.
Edward F. Nesta
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Jazz collectors are in for a rare treat with the April 2022 release of two important Bill Evans albums, Bill Evans – Morning Glory, his 1973 concert at the Teatro Gran Rex, in Buenos Aires, Argentina playing with Eddie Gomez on bass and Marty Morell on drums, and Bill Evans – Inner Spirit, his 1979 concert at the Teatro General San Martin, in Buenos Aires, playing with Marc Johnson on bass and Joe Labarbera on drums. These double-disc releases on …
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Chef/Owner Brian Lewis has a new "baby" – The Cottage – Greenwich located in Greenwich, Connecticut. The Cottage – Greenwich is the fourth restaurant in his portfolio by the two-time James Beard Foundation Semi Finalist. We attended the opening celebration on March 8, 2022, at the attractive restaurant that is destined to become a culinary gem on prestigious Greenwich Avenue, where luxury abounds.
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Chef Owner Thomas Ciszak of the French restaurant, Brasserie Mémère located in Closter, New Jersey took time from the kitchen of his traditional French restaurant to provide an intriguing look at his background, the restaurant, and provide one of the restaurant’s cocktail recipes to provide a delicious "sip" of their menu.
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The French restaurant, Brasserie Mémère located in Closter, New Jersey and owned by Chef Thomas Ciszak is a bijou for traditional French classics. Chef Owner Thomas Ciszak, together with Sommelier Evelyn Ciszak, Executive Chef Kevin Takafuji, and Michael Chin, bring their impeccable culinary pedigrees and excellence to this charming and very attractive restaurant, which opened in December 2019.
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Blues guitarist, singer, songwriter Bernard Allison continues to prove his mettle with his latest album, Highs & Lows, released on the Ruf Records label, which hit the streets on February 25, 2022, and debuted in the number one spot on Billboard on March 12, 2022. This 11-track release is 45 minutes of pure Blues magic.
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It was a 1950s rock and roll evening with Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story at the Music Theatre of Connecticut in Norwalk, Connecticut. After a 2-year delay due to the pandemic, we were thrilled to finally see the musical production, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story. Spiff Wiegand as Buddy Holly, with Gian Raffaele DiCostanzo as Ritchie Valens, and Jimmy Lewis as The Big Bopper, along with the talented cast of actors and musicians delivered an evening that celebrated …
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Crystal Springs Resort in Hamburg, New Jersey has all the bells and whistles for a perfect getaway in any season and features three golf courses, indoor and outdoor pools, two spas, twelve restaurants, and so many activities that you wish there were a few more hours in the day to experience them all. We thoroughly enjoyed discovering what this AAA Four-Diamond resort has to offer. Conveniently located one hour from the George Washington Bridge, and 70 miles from Greenwich, Connecticut, …
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We spent a perfect Friday afternoon in the Award-Winning Crystal Springs Wine Cellar taking a Wine Tasting class with Wine Director and Sommelier Suzanne Wagner. As the Wine Director and Sommelier Suzanne Wagner is responsible for the Wine Spectator Grand Award-Winning Wine Cellar which houses an impressive collection of 45,000 bottles of wine with a value of approximately $10 million USD.
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United States recipes
Executive Chef Aishling Stevens Recipes – Crystal Springs Resort, Hamburg, NJ, USA
Executive Chef Aishling Stevens at Crystal Springs Resort in Hamburg, New Jersey takes time out from the kitchen to speak with Luxury Experience about her inspired culinary approach, foraging, and her favorite items on the menu. She also graciously shares her recipe for Bison Short Rib, Sassafras, and Sunchoke.