"I Survived The Room" In Long Island City Exceeds Expectation

To all the Escape the Room enthusiasts out there: I Survived the Room in Long Island City is nothing like what you have experienced before…

The Escape Room is the latest hype in the interactive game industry in which a group of people are locked in a room and must collaborate together to discover clues, solve puzzles, and ultimately escape the room under a set amount of time. 
What makes I Survived the Room unique from other escape rooms is that players are immersed in the story plot, which is enhanced by a cast of professional actors, lighting, effects, and a scripted show with clues and puzzles.

I Survived the Room features three different rooms, including Club Escape, The Sanatorium, and Zombie Experience. Each room has a different range of difficulty and a unique story line. For example, The Sanatorium is based in a 1917 asylum where a patient has gone missing.

Without going into further details, players have 60 minutes to unveil their fate and escape the Toxico Sanatorium — all while handcuffed, shackled, and locked into different rooms inside of the asylum — before the evil doctor incinerates them.

I Survived the Room is the perfect experience for friends, family, and co-workers to get together for a team building exercise. Every room requires cooperation, teamwork, and communication in order to succeed.

Delicious Snacks And Beverages You Must Try Right Now

Looking for tasty snacks - both savory and sweet - as well as quenching beverages? Here is a round-up of all the top bites and drinks you must try right now!

European Stroopwafel from Rip Van Wafels

Enjoy tasty and healthy stroopwafel from Rip Van Wafels, which are made using real, natural ingredients. These mouthwatering wafels, which come in four flavors like honey & oats and coconut, are made from clean, simple, high quality ingredients and are low in sugar. The wafels are perfect snack to enjoy, either in the morning as a breakfast, after a workout, or as a fun addition to any meal.

Brownie Brittle Bites from Sheila G’s

Made with chocolate chip brownie brittle batter, Sheila G’s Brownie Brittle Bites is baked to perfection, cut into bite-sized pieces, and covered in rich, creamy chocolate. These are sold in 5 oz, resealable bag to maintain freshness.

New Tart & Sweet Flavors from noosa yoghurt

The brand new tart and sweet flavors from noosa yoghurt are a blend of the perfect exotic flavor combinations complimented with noosa’s rich and creamy plain yoghurt made with whole milk. The orange & ginger infuses the flavors of tree-ripened oranges and freshly minced ginger for a delightful mix of sweet and spice, while the strawberry & hibiscus highlights plump ripe strawberries that have been gently muddled are combined with real hibiscus flowers for an exotic, aromatic treat. Finally, the pear & cardamom features juicy Bartlett pears that are slowly stewed with Indian cardamom, creating the perfect pairing.

Superfood Energy Bar from Redd

Redd is a first-of-its-kind superfood energy bar designed for people who don’t want to let busy lifestyles rule out healthy ones. Enjoy these superfood energy bar in flavors like Mint Chocolate, Peanut Butter, Oatmeal, and the original Chocolate. Part protein bar, part energy shot, and part multivitamin, Redd Superfood bars integrate innovations from nutritional science, natural chemistry and human performance engineering to provide complete, all natural energy.

Limited Edition Gold Icons from GODIVA

A blend of past and present, the limited edition, Assorted Chocolate Gold Icons Gift Box is a contemporary take on GODIVA’s legendary chocolate gold collection. For this limited edition chocolate collection, GODIVA’s chef chocolatiers have created a sensational chocolate assortment featuring a re-birth of GODIVA’s most iconic shapes in dazzling new colors and flavors. The boxes come in 9 or 18 pieces.

Pasta Bow Ties from Pasta Chips

The newest member of the Pasta Chips family is dressed to impress. Made with real semolina flour and 100% non-GMO ingredients, Pasta Bow Ties take the snack aisle by storm with unforgettable flavors, including Meatball Parm, Honey Butter, Smooth Cheddar, and Creamy Ranch.

Dark Salt & Malt Organic Chocolate from Alter Eco

Enjoy the grown-up version of malt ball. In this “malt meets salt” treat, you can enjoy the bold, deep Swiss-made Ecuadorian chocolate with sweet and salty infusion of flavors.

Spiked Sparkling Water from Truly Spiked & Sparkling

Truly Spiked & Sparkling, a gluten-free spiked sparkling water, has only 100 calories per bottle, allowing you to sip without the guilt. Truly has the lowest level of carbs and sugar (2g & 1g) than any other spiked seltzer on the market, and comes in five flavors, including Colima Lime, Pomegranate, and Sicilian Blood Orange.

Grain Free Tortilla Chips from Siete

Siete Family Foods, makers of delicious, grain-free Mexican food products, offers a healthy, grain-free alternative to basic corn tortilla chips. Made with cassava flour, avocado oil, and only other real food ingredients, Siete’s new Tortilla Chips are available in three classic flavor varieties. These Paleo and vegan-friendly chips are perfect for snacking straight out of the bag, utilized in recipes, and for pairing with fresh salsa or guacamole.

Stuffed Hash Browns from Jimmy Dean

Jimmy Dean has reinvented hash brown. The Stuffed Hash Browns feature crispy, golden hash brown stuffed with breakfast classics like bacon, sausage, cheese and veggies. The Stuffed Hash Browns are crispy right out of the microwave in just minutes, making it an easy on-the-go breakfast option.

Bean Crisps from Our Little Rebellion

Made with black beans, green and yellow split peas, Bean Crisps are the perfect gluten-free snacks packed with protein and fiber to keep you moving. Choose from flavors like Salt of the Earth, Cha Cha Chili, and Saucy Salsa (Verde). These snacks are packed with nutrients and fiber, which can help to lower cholesterol and triglyceride.

Sparkling Drinking Vinegar from LIVE Beverage

The new line of LIVE beverage - Sparkling Drinking Vinegar - contains 2 tablespoons of raw, unprocessed apple cider and coconut vinegars and is blended with organic fruit juice and water. At only 15 calories and 2-3 grams of sugar per serving, LIVE’s Sparkling Drinking Vinegars are available in Tart Cherry, Concord Grape, Pomegranate & Elderberry, and Blueberry & Ginger.

Crunch Granola from Viki’s Granola

Top your morning yogurt with Viki’s Granola for some filling crunch and flavor. Made with 100% all natural ingredients and gluten-free, Viki’s Granola adds nutrition to every breakfast dish - or is great as a stand-alone snack.

Corn Tortilla Chips from Garden of Eatin’

Garden of Eatin’ has launched its corn tortilla chips in two new flavors, Ranch and Nacho. The mouthwatering Ranch flavor has hints of buttermilk, garlic, and onion, while Nacho is a flavorful explosion of farmhouse cheddar and paprika. Continuing Garden of Eatin’s commitment to quality snacks, these new flavors are USDA Organic and have 25% less fat than the leading conventional competitor, making you 100% less guilty when licking your dusty fingers.

A Collection of Drinks from Q Drinks

The Q Drinks brands, which include Q Tonic, Q Soda, Q Ginger Beer, Q Ginger Ale, Q Kola and Q Grapefruit, are made with real ingredients, such as quinine from real trees, ginger from real ginger root, etc., as well as lightly sweetened with organic agave. You won’t find any sugar or high fructose corn syrup! The drinks are also made with high levels of carbonation to enhance cocktails and are all natural and low in calories.

Brand New Asian Entrees from Annie Chun’s

Gluten-free and non-GMO Project Verified, each Asian entree from Annie Chun’s is packed with fresh vegetables and conveniently easy-to-prepare in just 1 minute, making it a deliciously simple and nutritious option for lunch or dinner. The Red Curry features creamy and bold Indian-style curry loaded with chickpeas, green peas, baby corn, and red peppers on a bed of brown rice and red quinoa, while the Green Curry highlights rich and flavorful Thai-style curry infused with carrots, green peas, corn, red bell pepper, and basil. Finally, the Sesame Soy Noodle is made with Vermicelli noodles and a mix of vegetables, including shiitake mushrooms, bamboo shoots, carrots, and mung bean sprouts, topped with a savory sauce and extra sesame oil.

Sunflower Butter from SunButter

Packed with more protein and fiber than most nut butters out there, including almond butter, sunflower butter from SunButter is the perfect, spreadable snack or recipe add-in. The flavors include SunButter Natural, a delicious all natural peanut butter substitute packed with vitamin E and fiber, as well as SunButter Creamy (smooth for perfect use in a sandwich or on top of crackers) and SunButter Natural Crunch (includes sunflower seeds to add crunch). Enjoy these spreads as served alone, paired with a favorite jam or jelly, or used in a variety of peanut and tree nut free recipes.

Organic Chia Seeds from Carrington Farms

Sprinkle Carrington Farms Organic Chia Seeds onto your smoothie bowl for a nutritional punch. This small but mighty seed is a nourishing “superfood” loaded with Omega-3’s, fiber, calcium and protein to keep you satisfied all morning long.

Enriched Unsweetened Rice Drink from Rice DREAM

The Enriched Original Unsweetened Organic Rice Drink from Rice DREAM has a deliciously light and refreshing flavor with a hint of sweetness from rice without the added sugar. It’s easy to digest and 99% fat-free with no cholesterol, and it’s enriched with calcium & vitamin D. Feel free to pour it on cereal or fruit, in your favorite smoothie, or just have a cold and satisfying glass.

Chocolate with Benefits from Good Day Chocolate

Whether you are wired, tired, or tense, Good Day Chocolate is the solution to resolving your troubles. Each box of Good Day Chocolate contains two servings of the benefit you choose. Good Day Chocolate mixes hand-selected all natural, non-gmo, and pharmaceutical grade nutraceuticals with a combination of premium fair trade dark and milk chocolate so you get a natural and easily controllable treat.

Coco Roons from Sejoyia Foods

Sweetened with pure, organic, maple syrup, Coco-Roons are the original superfood cookies that are decadent enough for dessert, yet wholesome enough for breakfast. Have them with your morning coffee or take them on your next adventure.

Kale & Quinoa Bites from Yves

Two super foods, Kale and Quinoa, join forces to create delectable, bite-sized snacks with perfectly crispy edges and a soft, hearty center.

Moringa Green Energy shots from Kuli Kuli

Moringa Green Energy shots from Kuli Kuli provides all the health benefits you need in a convenient, 2.5 fl oz bottle. Each bottle contains 1/2 cup of leafy moringa green paired with caffeine equivalent to a cup of coffee and powerful, jitter-free energy boost for up to 6 hours. The shot has only 5 grams of sugar and 35 calories with no artificial flavors.

Sprouted Nut Bar from Soul Sprout

Soul Sprout, a pioneer in the organic sprouted food movement, makes delicious organic, non-GMO, sprouted granola bars, nut bars, almond butter truffles and more. The Sprouted Nut Bars are made with sprouted almonds, cashews, organic coconut syrup, seeds, fruits and vegetables and contain absolutely no gluten, dairy, refined sugar or artificial preservatives.

Color Set from ColorKitchen

ColorKitchen introduces a new array of natural color and rainbow sprinkle sets. ColorKitchen’s decorative food colors sourced from nature come in fun and easy-to-use packets. The packet powders refresh instantly with a couple drops of water or glycerin, for easy blending and to produce maximum color.

Nutritious Bars from Zing Bar

Founded in 2008, Zing Bar specializes in nutrition bar snacks made with simple, quality ingredients. The bars are blood sugar friendly, without allergens, contain high protein, high fiber, heart healthy fats and low-glycemic carbs. All Zing Bars are wheat and soy free, gluten-free and kosher-certified. With 12 vegan and gluten free flavors under their belt, the company has introduced new flavors - Maple Pecan and Dark Chocolate Cherry Almond - both of which are vegan.

Cold Brew Coffee from High Brew Cold Brew Coffee

High Brew Cold Brew Coffee is an all-natural cold brew coffee beverage with 2 times the caffeine and none of the acidic backlash of hot brew. The company’s perfectly portable cold brew flavors include Double Espresso, Mexican Vanilla, Salted Caramel, Dark Chocolate Mocha, Black & Bold and soon to launch Creamy Cappuccino + Protein.

BuzzFeed’s Top Gift Ideas For Your Loved Ones

If you are looking for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list for any occasion - birthday, anniversary, or just because - look no further! BuzzFeed’s top gift ideas got you covered.

Signature Collection Gift Set from Avänt Candle

NYC-based Avänt Candle provides high-quality candles that offer luxurious room fragrances. Inspired by nature, the candle formulas reveal a complexity of deeply layered aromas and are crafted using the finest, true-to-scent ingredients. The Signature Collection Gift Set includes four 13.5-ounce candles in glass in fragrances that range from Chivalry and Chic to Savory and niche.

8-Pieces Build A Box from Cocoa V Chocolat

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Specializing in vegan sweets, Cocoa V Chocolat offers delicious artisanal, 100% dairy free, ethical vegan, and certified kosher products, including bon bons, bars, clusters, baked goods, and beverages. Make your own, custom 8-Piece Build A Box with delectable choices. Some of the favorites include Lavender Vanilla (two layers of organic french lavender caramel and fresh bourbon vanilla bean ganache) and Raspberry Ginger (raspberry ganache with crystallized baby ginger).

Goldleaf Maps Glassware from Uncommon Green

UncommonGreen’s new Goldleaf Maps Glassware collection provides a twist on its original Maps Glassware collection that is now glided in shimmering 22K gold. The glassware, which comes as a rock glass or a pint glass, features intricate city map of top places like New York, San Francisco, and New Orleans. UncommonGreen specializes in transforming conventional drinking glasses into a brilliant experience by adorning them with unique designs such as maps of city streets, mountain topography, and island coastlines of top destinations around the U.S. and the world.

Ceramic Egg Cooker from Pampered Chef

Rethink the way you cook eggs with this Ceramic Egg Cooker from Pampered Chef, which produces cooking tools for a faster, no-fuss cooking experience. With the Ceramic Egg Cooker, you can easily make hot, healthy breakfasts in no time. The container can hold up to four eggs and is microwavable. Add your favorite toppings for a quick omelet, poach eggs, or make instant oatmeal that won’t boil over. The lid’s vent hole lets steam escape as you cook, and includes a silicone gasket to keep the lid secure.

Assortment Box of Sprouted Truffles from HNINA

Founded in 2013, HNINA GOURMET is a plant-based chocolate, snacks and spreads company whose aim is to bridge the gap between health and gourmet with its selection of delicious organic raw chocolate, sprouted nut, and seed truffles. Create your box of sprouted truffles, which are made with Dominican Republic single-origin 95% cacao, unpasteurized sprouted nuts and seeds, unrefined raw honey, pure commercial grade maple syrup, and Bourbon vanilla beans.

Healthy and Delicious Meal Delivery from Veestro

Veestro delivers delicious meals made from plants, and fresh-frozen and delivered on your doorstep. You can create your meal plan from its list of savory entrees and sweets, such as Savory Croquettes, Red Curry with Tofu, Enchilada Casserole, and Raspberry Cheezcake. Veestro delivers to any physical address within the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska.

Organic Cucumber Juice Collection from 100% Pure

Formulated to provide intense and long-lasting hydration, the new Organic Cucumber Juice Collection utilizes plumping extracts and restorative antioxidants to deliver a splash of moisture to parched, dull skin. By infusing Glacial Water with Aloe, Cucumber Hydrosol, and moisture-binding plant extracts, this collection – including a Cleansing Foam, Emulsion Tonique, Renewal Serum, Hydrating Moisturizer and Replenishing Eye Cream – works to smooth and soften while also protecting against age-contributing environmental stressors to reveal a suppler complexion.

Skin-Protectant Spray from PreHeels

A revolutionary skin-protectant spray, PreHeels creates a durable barrier on skin to help prevent both blisters and irritation that arises from wearing new heels and shoes. With a breakthrough formula, this innovative clear, aerosolized spray brings together science and beauty to create the ultimate partner product for your shoes. Hypoallergenic and dermatologist-approved, you can finally say goodbye to greasy balms and unsightly bandages with PreHeels. Available in two convenient sizes, it not only dries quickly, but is great for on-the-go.

Elegant Dining At The Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse In NYC’s Historic Grand Central Terminal

Enjoy this unforgettable dining experience at the Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse in the heart of Grand Central Terminal, which features mouthwatering plates, attentive service, and unbeatable views.

Fresh Chilled Shellfish Platter

The beautiful platter of shellfish highlights the freshest ingredients that range from jumbo shrimp, king crab legs, lobster tail & claw, tuna tartare, oysters by the shell, and lump crab meats. This platter is an absolute must for all seafood lovers out there!

Tuna Tartare

Served over a bed of perfectly seasoned sesame seaweed, the tuna tartare is made with chunks of fresh, raw tuna topped with a dollop of avocado. The crispy wonton chips adds a layer of crunchiness to this appetizer.

French Onion Soup

Warm your soul with this hearty bowl of French onion soup. Tpped with a generous layer of gooey cheese, the soup features rich broth with caramelized onions.

Filet Mignon

Whether you prefer your steak cooked blue rare (above) or well-done, the high quality selection of steaks at the restaurant is an absolute must. Have your pick at everything from New York Strip to Rib Eye to Filet Mignon - bone-in or boneless!

Michael’s Macaroni & Cheese

Prepared using the recipe of Michael Jordan’s mother, this cheesy, indulgent side dish will make you think twice about mac n’ cheese.

Twice Cooked Potato Cake

Forget any other preparation of potatoes like French fries, baked potato, or mashed potato! The Twice Cooked Potato Cake features perfectly crispy edges with warm, fluffy center. The Potato Cake is topped with sour cream and chives.

Classic Baked Alaska

Another one of Mrs. Jordan’s recipe, the Classic Baked Alaska includes two scoops of rich ice cream (butter pecan and chocolate flavors) over a thin layer of chocolate cake, which are all surrounded by toasted meringue and topped with pistachios.

“23” Chocolate Cake

Even the biggest fan of chocolate will have a hard time finishing this gigantic slice of chocolate cake, which includes whooping 23 layers coated with rich chocolate frosting.