September 8, 2009

Montauk Yacht Club Resort & Marina New York

The East End’s playground of old-school power elite (Morgans, Vanderbilts) got a multimillion dollar overhaul for its 80th birthday. The inn, restaurant, and maritime slip takes nautical to the next level with navy and white textiles, a working lighthouse, and a new cognac-cigar hang for yachters on the docks.

  Travel, Local, Montauk

September 8, 2009

Buttermilk Falls Inn & Spa New York

A 17th-century working farmhouse on the banks of the Hudson River complete with organic produce, charming animal pens, and all the modern trappings (including a luxe spa).

  Travel, Hudson Valley, Locavore

September 8, 2009

Lady M Cake Boutique New York

The famed Lady M Mille crepe cake is a dazzling twenty layers of deliciously light crepes and creamy custard.

  Manhattan, Food & Drink, Birthday Cake, Ladies Who Lunch

September 8, 2009

Dovetail New York

An UWS star that delights museum-goers, well-behaved couples, and sophisticated Uptowners (and their elegant moms) with amuse-bouche and petits fours.

  Manhattan, Food & Drink, Ladies Who Lunch, Lunch Spot

September 8, 2009

Little Giant New York

Greenmarket produce + house-made condiments = seasonal perfection in a very cozy corner spot. Swine of the Week never disappoints.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Brunch, Cozy

September 8, 2009

Cedar Lake New York

  Chelsea, Culture, Avant-Garde, Dancing Queen

March 12, 2009

Savoy New York

Charming little Soho corner spot serves a locally sourced menu that makes foodies swoon.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Fireplace, Locavore

November 5, 2008

Guerlain Spa New York

An entire floor of wellness heaven in The Waldorf Astoria hotel. Treatment rooms each have their own bathrooms, showers, and lockers. Chandeliers and bathrobes are designed for maximum opulence. Go for the two-hour Exceptional Orchidée Impériale Treatment facial or the five-hour Blissful Radiance package.

  Manhattan, Beauty, Indulgence, Relax