Sunday, November 19, 2023
Little Bar in Hoboken: Hot Spot for Craft Cocktails and Small Plates
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Speakeasy Dining with Chef Simon at Loft 29
If you are looking for a unique, dining experience, you'll want to make your next reservation at Loft 29 hosted by Chef Simon Cordes. This speakeasy restaurant indulges guests with elevated, modern German cuisine in an intimate dinner setting. Chef Simon prepares a curated 5-course tasting menu and wine pairing (wines provided by Wunderwein) that changes weekly. The historic, restored space is in a private loft with wood accents and exposed brick walls.
Having traveled to Germany for the first time last summer/fall, I recently started to miss German food and this experience just brought it all back for me! The herring and apple strudel were my favorite dishes of the evening, and sincce I love sweet wines the dessert wine was my favorite!
Thursday, October 12, 2023
iPhone Accessories Holiday Gift Guide 2023
Saturday, September 9, 2023
XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro Portable Projector
Earlier this year XGIMI launched the MoGo 2 Pro Portable Projector. It is the first smart portable projector, engineered to provide professional visual and sound experience in and around your home. I love the compact design, making it easy to move it to any room and stream on the wall, ceiling, or outside. It's also great to travel with. When I previewed the XGIMI next to a competitor brand, it was easy to see the crispness and clarity with the XGIMI, as well as incredible sound quality.
The XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro also has fully automated uninterrupted image correction, intelligent obstacle avoidance (will automatically scale the image around objects in view) and intelligent screen alignment, automatically match the projected image with your projector screen, regardless of the size.
More features of the XGIMI MOGO 2 Pro:
- Hollywood-Standard Visuals: With 400 ISO lumens, integrated D65 color temperature standard adopted by Hollywood, and a 90% DCI-P3 color gamut, all colors are restored in brilliant, lifelike detail.
- Seamless Setup, Smart Projecting in a Snap: New ISA 2.0 technology ensures you never miss a moment of your favorite movies, TV shows, or games.
- 8W Speakers with Dolby Audio: MoGo 2 Pro offers a deeply immersive and cinematic audio experience thanks to its built-in dual 8W speakers with Dolby Audio.
- Smooth Android TV 11.0 and 3D Movies at Home: Decodes 4K video seamlessly and supports 3D content. Moreover, the upgraded Android TV 11.0 provides the ultimate user-friendly viewing experience.
- Movies on the Go: Easily connect MoGo 2 Pro to your power bank, allowing you to move it to different rooms or take it on your next outdoor adventure.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Mother's Day Accessory Gift Guide 2023
Whether you are shopping for your mom for Mother's Day or are a mom looking for a gift to treat yourself, here are my top accessory gift picks! Thank you to the Accessories Council for all the gifting ideas and introducing me to these amazing brands and products!
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Dune Jewelry Wave Necklace - Turquoise Gradient |
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Alzerina Jewelry Cabo Verde Ana Bracelet |
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Naomi Cuff - 14K Gold Plated |
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DKNY Sunglasses 116 S Matte Black |
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POP BAG USA Pebbled Leather Mini Crossbody |
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Daniel Med Everyday Leather Satchel Bag |
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Luna Selene Jackie O. Houndstooth Ankle Bootie 2.0 |
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Cole Haan ØriginalGrand Platform Wingtip Oxford |
Sunday, May 7, 2023
The Makeup Show NYC 2023
I had been anticipating the return of The Makeup Show NYC! This is one of my favorite shows to connect with brands and makeup artists and meet new people in the. beauty industry! It's also a great time to shop and stock up for your makeup kit or for yourself! I usually like to scope out what brands will be there ahead of time and also make a list what items I need, as you'll find product heavily discounted as much as 40-50% off. You can also learn so much about artistry from the educational sessions to speaking with makeup artists to learn some new tips and tricks. Here's are some highlights from walking the show floor at this year's show.
Francis Star Cosmetics |
Katiely Beauty |
1cm2 Art press-on nails - love the variety in designs and they also have options for shorter nails. They had 1 set for $15 or 2 for $20 at the show which was great discounted pricing! |
Regen4D created through a patented process with 4D HA |
Julie Mollo bags in fun and sparkly designs from clutches to cosmetic bags and totes |
Lola's Lashes including magnetic lashes |
Faace with skin solutions to help with stress, your period or tiredness |
Minimalista featuring scrunchies infused with Hyaluronic Acid |
Janet & Jo. nail lacquer in bold shades for summer including neons |
Vike Beauty Makeup Melt makeup removal spray |
Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier |
Around The World Beauty sharing culture through beauty & travel |
FACE Atelier |
Mario Badescu is my go-to for facial sprays! Newest scents: Aloe, Adaptogens and Coconut Water and Aloe, Sage and Orance Blossom |
Jones Road Beauty Lip Tints |
Make Up For Ever products were all 50% off! Decided to try this lip color in Festive Fuchsia |
MOB Beauty |
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
NAD IV Therapy at Fild Studio in NYC
I recently received a NAD (Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) IV Therapy treatment at the newly opened Fild Studio in NYC. This treatment specializes in anti-aging and hydration and can stimulate cell regeneration in your body. Dr. Randa Jaffar effortlessly and painlessly inserted the IV and then sat down with me during my treatment to answer any questions I may have. My IV drip took approximately one hour and then I was on my way! I felt an immediate difference, feeling hydrated, refreshed and energized. I recommend using the bathroom before the treatment and anticipate running to the bathroom more frequently for the next 1-2 days due to the increase in fluids that the drip provides. If you are constantly dehydrated, it may be a good idea for you to regularly get a NAD IV Therapy treatment on a regular basis, as Fild Studio accepts HSA for NAD IV Therapy.
As for the space itself, Fild Studio, located at 457 Broome Street in SoHo is really inviting and makes me feel like I'm at a lounge. I love the modern decor, with a bar / sitting area as well as a sofa and table seating passed the treatment rooms. There was also a mirror in my treatment room and a larger mirror by the entrance so you can take selfies during your treatment and after!
NAD IV Therapy is just one of the treatments Dr. Jaffar offers at Fild Studio. Other treatments include Botox for upper (11 lines, forehead and crow's feet) and lower (lip, chin, TMJ and bunny lines) face, Botox for the neck, underarm Botox (makes you stop sweating for about 3 months, very popular around summertime), fillers (frown lines, undereye, cheeks, chin), laser facials such as radio frequency miicroneedling for skin resurfacing, tightening and fine lines, C02 laser for the top layer of the skin and gives you a glow and PRP, platelet-rich plasma (draw your blood, take out the platelets and inject it into your skin or joints for repairing/healing).
If you are interested in checking out Fild Studio, list me as a referral and instantly get $50 off your treatment!
Thank you again to Dr. Jaffar and Fild Studio for my NAD IV Therapy!
Photo credit: Fild Studio