Transport Yourself To A Night In Paris To Expect The Unexpected At Coco J'adore

Tucked away in the heart of Manhattan's trendy Meatpacking District, Coco J'adore, which opened on August 2019, is a chic restaurant and bar that blends the finest French cuisine with a mischievous Parisian party ambience.

Serving as a manifestation of salonnière with the raw edge and sexiness of New York Nightlife, Coco J'adore -- a trendy new restaurant in the Meatpacking District -- cultivates a multi-sensory experience with the soul of NYC and the heart of Paris through art, fashion, culture, and entertainment paired with its French-Italian cuisine and crafted signature cocktails.

Bone Marrow

The rich, creamy bone marrow is topped with buttery escargot with crispy chips to add a layer of crunchy texture. The dish is served with a side of flash fried maitake mushrooms that you can dip into the rich jus.

Burrata

Served on top of raw tomato coulis, the creamy burrata melts in your mouth like fresh fallen snow. The savory tomato coulis, resembling gazpacho, has dices of cucumbers and basil oil. It is served with toasted bread that soaks up all the tasty ensemble.

Escargots

A classic French dish, the escargots are soaked in herb butter and served atop bed of greens. Don't forget to pour the herb butter on the toasted baguette.

Branzino

The Branzino is prepared perfectly with the crispy skin on the outside and moist flavorful meat on the inside. Squeeze the lemon atop the fish and the green beans for the perfect, unforgettable bite.

Scallops

My favorite dish of the night was the Scallops. Served on a half shell filled with a delicious, creamy concoction of mushroom and cabbage slaw, the juicy, plump scallops had a slice of truffle for a delicious explosion in the mouth.

Steak Frites

You can't go wrong with a medium-rare steak and crispy French fries. The steak had just the right amount of fat to make it juicy. The roasted cioppino onion had a burst of flavors.

Creme Brûlée

The Creme Brûlée has a great crisp caramelization on top. Once you crack open the sugar, you will find a rich, creamy goodness of custard that just melts in your mouth for the perfect ending to the unforgettable meal.

Lamia's Fish Food In Alphabet City Offers Fresh Seafood In A Whimsical Setting

Opened earlier this year, Lamia's Fish Market features an expansive menu that focuses on fresh seafood, such as raw oysters and whole fish.

Located in New York City's hip Alphabet City neighborhood, Lamia's Fish Market is a multi-level restaurant that specializes in seafood. Upon entering the restaurant, guests may feel like they are inside a submarine. The restaurant includes a bar, a raw bar, and a private dining room, with each room flaunting a unique, whimsical and nautical design.

Ceviche Trio

The "Early Catch" menu, which is its equivalent of Happy Hour menu served from 4-7pm on Monday through Friday and 5-7pm on Saturday and Sunday, includes the Ceviche Trio. The evening's ceviche included snapper, scallop, and shrimp - all flavored with citrus juice.

Crab Cakes

The Crab Cakes is an absolute must. The dish features two perfectly pan-fried crab cakes filled with lump crab meats, and topped with pickled fennel. It is served with slightly spicy aioli for that extra kick of creaminess and spice.

Madagascar Prawns

From the sea menu that features fresh seafood by the pounds, the Madagascar Prawns were a scene stealer. These giant prawns, almost resembling lobster in size and appearance, were tender and juicy. They are perfectly grilled with a drizzle of olive oil and capers.

Salt Baked Snapper

The signature dish at Lamia's is whole fish prepared grilled or salt baked. There is a minimum of 2 pounds for salt baked preparations, like this beautiful snapper. Leaner than other fish, the Snapper is so moist and almost melts in your mouth. The chef filets the fish at the table side.

GRIT BXNG Is The Hottest Fitness Class To Arrive In NYC

From an intense yet fun full body workout to a full liquor bar serving cocktails and mocktails, the brand new GRIT BXNG is changing the definition of innovation in fitness.

Tired of the same boring workout that consists of cycling, elliptical, treadmill, and weights? Looking to jazz up your routine with a fun, intense workout that burns calories and tones your full body? Then GRIT BXNG is the answer to your prayer.

Pitbull, Tony Robbins, and Bill Zanker have teamed up to launch the most innovative concept in fitness. Located in the heart of Union Square in NYC, GRIT BXNG is a 50-minute full body workout that includes boxing, running, and floor exercise. Together with state of the art music and lighting, as well as top quality instructors, you will build strength and confidence and feel empowered after taking a class.

Participants are split into three groups. You rotate through each group - from boxing to treadmill to floor - and engage in activities that are dynamic. While the powerful boxing sequences build strength, the running enhances endurance and speed and the floor exercises tones the body and core.

As the first fitness studio with a full liquor bar, you can enjoy a glass (or two) of cocktail or mocktail at the end of each class to celebrate the new grit in you. Try drinks like electrolyte-spiked margaritas, hard kombucha, and kale martinis or cold brews to kick off the day.

GRIT BXNG instructors are not just trainers, but also motivators. A total of nine superstars were picked after 500 auditions and countless hours of sweaty classes. In fact, these instructors are paid up to $1K per hour.

GRIT BXNG is offering a special introductory offer that includes a free second session, a gift class to a friend, an exclusive gym bag, and two tokens to redeem for cocktails - all for $36. So what are you waiting for? Let's get gritty!

ZERO Brings NYC Community Together In A World Of Music, Celebration, Love, And Magic

From rooftop to boats to other venues across New York City and beyond, ZERO creates a unique and secret world of music, celebration, love, and magic by producing a space for people to come together to share in special moments.

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ZERO, one of the leading event producers and promoters in NYC, organizes beautiful events and parties to bring together the community of New York City in the name of love, music, magic, and celebration. ZERO parties have a varying degree of venues, from hotel rooftop to boat cruises to spaces built and created from scratch.

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Based on the location, ZERO parties attract anywhere from hundreds to thousands of guests who typically don costumes to dress up to the event's theme. Past events and themes have included a masquerade, pirates boat party, Monte Carlo, and winter wonderland, just to name a few.

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One of the more recent ZERO events took place on the rooftop of the Williamsburg Hotel as part of the ZERO Rooftop Series. In addition to basking in the beautiful view of the Manhattan skyline, guests also enjoyed sounds from Rodriguez Jr, Kora, SORÄ, and Saùdad.

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ZERO brought its magic to the hotel rooftop with some playa fashion vendors, face paint/glitter design, hand-made original artwork. And, of course the beautiful music and the ZERO community.

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Other upcoming ZERO events include "Before the Dust Settles" playa experience at the House of YES and the annual Golden Boat party in September.

Enjoy A Colorful Havana-Style Experience At La Cubana In NYC

La Cubana, the vibrant new dining destination by acclaimed chef and Food Network star Carl Ruiz, offers authentic Cuban cuisine, classic Caribbean cocktails, and live Latin music.

Helmed by acclaimed chef and media personality Chef Carl Ruiz, La Cubana in NYC's Meatpacking District brings authentic, mouthwatering Cuban food together with classic and innovative Caribbean cocktails and live Latin music in a sultry jungalow setting.

Jackfruit Empanadas and Creole Fritters

For shareable appetizers, try the Spicy Jackfruit Empanadas and Creole Fritters. The crispy empanadas are filled with spicy jackfruit, while the Creole fritters, made with fresh corn, has a nice touch of spiciness.

Seafood Salad and Pork Belly

For a taste of surf and turf, try the Seafood Salad and Pork Belly. The seafood salad has an assortment of fresh ingredients like shrimp, squid, and scallops, all tossed in coconut oil and raw sofrito with avocado, peppers, and jalapeno. The juicy pork belly is crispy and tender at the same time, and complemented by sweet and spicy guava sauce.

Oxtail and Pork Chop

If you crave something hearty, then both the Oxtail and the Pork Chop are good options. The fall-off-the-bones braised oxtail are extremely tender, and served with crispy tostones, or fried green plantains. The pork chop is covered in delicious and savory okra stew, and smoked to perfect for extra flavor.

Embark On An Unforgettable Culinary Journey At Alexander's Steakhouse In San Francisco

Helmed by Executive Chef Eric Upper, Alexander's Steakhouse San Francisco fuses steakhouse classics with Japanese cuisine.

Located in the SoMa district of San Francisco, Alexander’s Steakhouse features a meticulously curated beef program with emphasis placed on highlighting small farms from the US, Australia, and Japan. Alexander’s Steakhouse features Greater Omaha Prime beef, dry-aged for 28 days resulting in unmatched flavor and texture. Imported and domestic wagyu also play a prominent role on its menu as it offers Japanese beef from nine prefectures.

Steak & Eggs

A gift from the kitchen, the Steak & Eggs from the "Study of Beef" chef's tasting features wagyu beef topped with caviar on top of tamago. This is an innovative interpretation of surf & turf.

Spot Prawn

Wrapped in lardo, the sweet raw shrimp is complemented by yuzu tobiko for a bit of citrus kick. It is served with pickled wasabi and deep fried crunchy prawn head.

Squash Blossoms

Deep-fried crispy squash blossom is stuffed with savory house beef blend. The tempura batter is absolutely delicious. The squash blossom is accompanied by seasoned corn, popcorn, and yuzu kosho with a side of pickle.

Hidden Valley Squab

More tender, moist, and richer than other poultry meats, Hidden Valley Squab features dark meat and delicate squab head (that you scoop out with a mini spoon). The dish is served with meyer lemon sauce and bao (dumpling).

Prime Ribeye and Porterhouse

The highlight of the meal is the steaks. On the left is the Nebraska Raised Prime Ribeye (20 oz). The steak is topped with grilled portobello and a side of yuzu kosho chimichurri. On the right On the right is the Dry-Aged Porterhouse (24 oz) topped with grilled peaches and arugula. The rich blue cheese fondue add wonderful flavor to the steak.

Sides

The sides are a must order. The Blistered Snap Peas are seasoned with spicy sambal, soy sauce, and ginger, while the Haricot Vert is flavored with double fermented soy and sherry vinegar. Finally, the Chanterelle mushroom has unforgettable taste flavored with shallot, white wine, and parsley.