Giveaway has ended. Winner is: CONGRATULATIONS RACHEL. PLEASE SEND ME YOUR MAILING ADDRESS TO: Lisa [at] Newyorkchica [dot] com ASAP! Thank you to all who entered. ********************************************** John Tartaglia is an actor, singer, dancer and a well-known puppeteer for Sesame Street. He starred in the musical Avenue Q, appeared on Broadway in Shrek The Musical and in Disney's Beauty and The Beast. He also created and starred in the Playhouse Disney series "Johnny and The … [Read more...]
The Wish-Bone Salad Night Live Event W/ Tyler Florence in NYC {giveaway}
May 21, 2010 by 58 Comments
Three weeks ago, I had the privilege of attending the Wish-Bone Salad Night Live event with Tyler Florence from the Food Network. It was held at the beautiful Rustico Cooking School on the West side of New York City on 39th St. I was beyond thrilled to be a part of this special event because I was going to meet Tyler Florence, watch him cook literally a foot away and see up close and personal how Tyler dresses up his salads. And we’re not talking about just lettuce here people; he was going … [Read more...]
Guess Who Will Be At The Hebrew National Picnic?
May 18, 2010 by 1 Comment
Those of you who will be attending the Hebrew National "Better Than A Picnic" Picnic at Randall's Island will also get to be up close to a well-known celebrity. If you know the infamous show "Curb Your Enthusiasm" then you must know who Cheryl Hines is, right? Or if you have little ones, they'll know her as Sudsy Bubblestein from Jack's Big Music Show. Well, she will be our celebrity spokesperson at Randall's Island!! How exciting is that?? She will be helping out with a local … [Read more...]
Hebrew National’s “Better-Than-A-Picnic” Picnic Kick-Off {Free Event}
May 14, 2010 by 5 Comments
On May 22, 2010, yours truly will be co-hosting (along with some amazing NYC and Philly-based bloggers) The Official Kick-Off "Hebrew National’s Better-Than-A-Picnic” Picnic at Randall’s Island. It’s a fun-filled, free event (You MUST RSVP) where you and your whole family will have a fantastic time. There will be free food (delicious Hebrew National hot dogs, of course!), drinks, activities for all, games, music and we’ll also be helping out a local charity (details to come). Bring your … [Read more...]
DOVE and iVillage Event – A Huge Success!
April 11, 2010 by 7 Comments
Where can you get in a chocolate coma and drink unlimited, delicious Gallo wine? Can't think of anywhere, huh? Me neither! ;) I was so thankful and excited to be invited to an afternoon of indulgent moments hosted by DOVE and iVillage last month. I wrote about the event a few days before the festivities and was happy a few of the people that commented enjoyed their time there as well. Once I got to Chelsea market, I found a few friends (Ofelia, Tracey & Issa) that were there … [Read more...]
Free Day At The Children’s Museum of Manhattan
March 18, 2010 by 3 Comments
I just received an email about a great event that is happening this weekend on March 20, 2010. The Children's Museum of Manhattan will be offering free entry to everyone all day this Saturday from 10am to 5pm. It's an all day event to celebrate their 20th anniversary. The museum is located at 212 W. 83rd. St. by the 1 and 9 train. For those of you who have strollers (for the little ones), please keep in mind there will be limited space so come early or let your kids roam around and leave the … [Read more...]
Dove Chocolates & Wine – What Would Be Better?
March 4, 2010 by 7 Comments
Yesterday, iVillage sent me an invitation to spend an afternoon of indulgent moments. It's a Dove Chocolates and Wine Tasting event that will be held at Chelsea Market on March 9th. The invite was not only for me but also for any of my readers that would like to attend as well! Yes, that means YOU! You'll get to eat decadent Dove chocolates, drink some fine Gallo Wine, receive beauty and relaxation treatments, freebies and lots more. Are you in? I hope so because I am! Here's the … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday | Sesame Street Live: When Elmo Grows Up
February 10, 2010 by 5 Comments
Disclosure: We were given two tickets to see Sesame Street Live: When Elmo Grows Up by Madison Square Garden. No other compensation was given. Thanks to Madison Square Garden, my daughter and I were able to meet and greet Cookie Monster and Elmo along with other bloggers before their first show last Thursday. My four year old was ecstatic that she was going to see her favorite characters (Elmo & Cookie Monster) on stage. This was a huge surprise for her because she didn't know anything … [Read more...]
1-800-FLOWERS.COM Holiday Workshop & $100 Gift Card Giveaway
February 6, 2010 by 147 Comments
In the beginning of December, I was invited to an event with Julie Mulligan, Jim McCann, the CEO and Founder of 1-800-Flowers.com and several people from the 1-800-Flowers.com team. The event was meant to teach a few bloggers how to create a holiday flower tree centerpiece using different types of flowers and decorations. I've always been a 1-800-Flowers.com fan ever since I can remember. I've sent my mother, a few aunts and my grandmother bouquets for Mother's Day almost every year and … [Read more...]
Great Jones Spa Treatment for Half Price. Today Only!
January 21, 2010 by 1 Comment
Now that I've got your attention, Juicebox Jungle is trying out a"Deal of the Day". They are giving you a chance to buy a spa treatment that would normally cost $105 for just $50 bucks! How awesome is that? The Manhattan based offer is $50 for $105 French Lavender Manicure AND Pedicure at Great Jones Spa - That is a discount of 52% off. This treatment includes manicure - pedicure with Organic Sugar Scrub. It's made with 70% certified organic ingredients and French Lavender essential … [Read more...]
