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The spring days are wonderfully warm and summer is almost here. Whether you’re headed for the beach, your local park, or taking a pleasant road trip, gather some of our favorites snacks and beverages to pack a delightful picnic for you and yours.

Whiskey lovers, rejoice! We have a recipe for National Mint Julep Day on Sunday, May 30 that uses Black Button Distilling Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey, the ideal base spirit for the perfect Mint Julep. We know that once you mix one, it will become your favorite summer cocktail.

Travel to Catalunya and celebrate the 'Spanish Way of Wine' with Sangre de Toro Rosé or Sangre de Toro Tempranillo.

Good news! The Italian Trade Agency (ITA), a governmental agency entrusted with the promotion of Italian food, wine, and other alcoholic beverages in the USA, is currently educating consumers on a wide range of fine Italian Spirits.  They have partnered with 20 Italian Brands through the Spirits Promotion Project.

The first of its kind, Ballotin Chocolate Whiskey was founded in 2015 in Louisville, Kentucky with a single focus to create elegant and delicious sipping whiskeys designed for flavor-craving friends. We had the opportunity to interview Paul Tuell, founder and president of Ballotin Chocolate Whiskey about the spirits, the team, and their future.

Just right for the warm weather, make yourself and the ice cream lovers in your life a tasty treat. To celebrate Serendipity x Warner Bros. newest flavors, Serendipity’s Chef Joe Calderone is sharing scrumptious recipes featuring the new flavors for our readers to make at home.

Thursday, 5/13 marked World Cocktail Day and we have a great idea for celebrating every day.

George Street Playhouse (GSP) is currently presenting the virtual play, Tiny Beautiful Things through May 23. Superbly directed by the Playhouse’s Artistic Director, David Saint, the play is based on the best-selling book by Cheryl Strayed, “Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear Sugar.”

We know you love to watch the Hallmark Channel and what could be better than enjoying a glass of wine while you view your favorites. Hallmark Channel recently released three exciting new wines in a partnership with Wines That Rock. have all the news for our readers. The wines include a Rosé, Cabernet Sauvignon, and a Rosé Seltzer.

MIFUNE New York, the Michelin-recognized Japanese restaurant that focuses on modern Washoku cuisine, has introduced Celia Lee as the restaurant’s first-ever Executive Pastry Chef.

We are big fans of Kings of Kobe, the restaurant that offers burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, sides, a top-notch beverage program and much more. The eatery is located on the West Side of Manhattan on East 42nd Street, just steps away from a popular NYC attraction, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum and convenient to the theatre district.

There are so many wonderful women that have contributed positivity to our lives. Mother’s Day is a special time to recognize them with our time whether you are planning a gathering or a virtual get together. And don’t forget to get the gifts that will be treasured.

Exciting times! Restaurants are opening all around the city and some that have shuttered during the pandemic are reopening.

Check out these tasty brunch dishes that are just right to prepare for mom and the family on Mother's Day using Love Crunch. The Salted Caramel Sticky Buns and the Ruby Red Nice Cream will be welcome additions to your special menu.

The women you love should be celebrated every day, and especially on Mother’s Day. Delight them with your thoughtfulness. We have a nice variety of gifts at price points to suit every budget.

Hortus NYC is a one-of-a-kind restaurant in NYC that we highly recommend. Located at 271 5th Avenue between 28th and 29th streets, the cuisine inspired by the flavors of China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia is unparalleled and the setting is extraordinary.

Stock your bar and get ready to mix up some cocktails on May 5th and beyond that use top spirits by Partida, Bribon, Chamucos, and Gracias a Dios.

We admire the companies and organizations are working to care for our earth. Take a look at some of the businesses that are definitely making our environment better. And check out the charitable organizations that are being proactive on Earth Day and every day.

Mix a delicious pasta salad to accompany your favorite main dishes or to pack and take along for spring and summer picnicking. O’dang Foods has a Classic Mediterranean dressing that is the perfect ingredient for a Vegan Pasta Salad recipe that uses lots of healthy ingredients.

There’s a newly opened restaurant in town that our readers will want to know about. Side Door, located on East 57th Street, is in the heart of the city’s popular shopping district.