We have three tickets available for our September 21 wine trip. Gabrielle Carlson is hosting a Sip, Shop, and Swap event to benefit Bottomless Closet. Our Long Island reporter spots our wonderful performing arts theaters. There’s a food hall coming to the old Lord & Taylor on Fifth Avenue. But we still have Bloomingdales, and our roving photographer has the scoop on a storewide takeover from Italy! If there was any doubt that NYC is the food capital of the world, the Michelin Guide just added 12 new restaurants which brings us up to 412!

Three Tickets Available

Join us for this fabulous day, but hurry, these tickets will go quickly. First come gets them!!!

The Sip Shop and Swap Event

Here’s a great opportunity to clear out your closets and resell items to each other, while benefiting Bottomless Closet, a wonderful nonprofit that helps women reentering the workforce. GET ALL THE DETAILS HERE.

The Grand Finale

Cheryl Benton and Randie Levine Miller proudly present the TENTH and FINAL Tomatoes Got Talent show. This spectacular evening will feature the extraordinary winners from all our past shows, promising an unforgettable night of talent, special surprises, and heartfelt tributes. Celebrate with us as we conclude a remarkable decade of showcasing the incredible talents of women over 40 who shine outside the world of show business. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a truly special event! GET YOUR TICKETS.

Food Hall Pays Homage to the Old Lord & Taylor

Oh, how we miss that store. The Food Hall Co. has just announced that it is opening a food hall, Shaver Hall, located in the old L&T store that is now Amazon’s Hank building at 424 5th Avenue.  Shaver Hall will celebrate the rich heritage of the iconic Lord & Taylor building. The new food hall is named in honor of Dorothy Shaver, the trailblazing president of Lord & Taylor and first woman to head a multimillion-dollar business. It promises to be a dynamic culinary experience with two restaurants, more than 10 food stalls, two full-service bars, a uniquely curated bodega, and live music. READ MORE.

 Roving in Bloomingdales

 Nicole Freezer Rubens writes:

 Bloomingdales has kicked off Fashion Week and the new season with a storewide takeover, From Italy, With Love. For the next 2 months, shoppers will be immersed in over 300 exclusive Italian products. This finely curated collaboration includes clothing, accessories, jewelry, home goods, a furniture exhibit and lots of delicious food products available in an adorable lobby market called Il Mercado. I sampled some delicious, salted chocolate and taralli, and washed it down with a free pungent espresso.

In addition to tastings, the retailer will host brand pop-ups and lectures about Italian products. There will even be classes on making gnocchi and cannolis.

The best part of this installation is the whimsical displays dispersed throughout the store. I was greeted by some oversized tomatoes and quite surprised by a larger-than-life Moncler jacket perched on the ground floor.

For a true taste of Italy and a little education, go and explore all that Bloomingdale’s has to offer, while not experiencing a single bit of jet lag.

Spotlight on Long Island’s Theaters

Broadway is certainly the pinnacle of theater, but our Long Island reporter, Andrea Peponakis says our local theaters offer a vibrant experience that is just as captivating at a lesser expense. Heading to a Broadway show is always special but why not skip the hustle and bustle and enjoy an unforgettable performance right in your backyard? Supporting local theater means, not only enjoying top-notch entertainment but also, showing support for local talent in our community.  GET THE SCOOP.

12 New NYC Restaurants Featured in the Michelin Guide

Time Out New York reports that 12 new restaurants have been added to the Michelin Guide bringing the listing of NYC restaurants to 412. “… ranging from Scandinavian-caught seafood to Filipino eats fit for a royal,” reports Time Out. Get the list of the 12 new additions to add to your restaurant list.