This is the first clear spirit from the House of Rémy Martin and will be launched this September. Pronounced “Vee” (derived from the French word “Vie” for “life”), Rémy Martin V is also the first product of its kind in this category. Continue reading “Introducing Rémy Martin V” »

ABSOLUT vodka will launch a super premium version ABSOLUT 100 for Father’s Day (in São Paulo). Within the concepts of high quality, luxury and uniqueness, which permeate ABSOLUT 100. An avant-garde symbol of masculinity and adored by the most demanding. Therefore the professionals and brands listed meet the expectations of this consumer profile.  The vodka has selected three visionaries fashionistas to develop, together with the brand, unique and modern gifts for young and modern men. Only 50 kits per store will be produced and marketed, from the 20th of July. To boost the launch, during the three Saturdays leading up to the Father’s Day, ABSOLUT vodka will provide bartenders, that will develop cocktails in partner stores to welcome customers. The curators of the project are stylists Felipe and Ricardo Bruno.

Stone Bonker, brand of designer João Henrique Correia, designed two options of skinny black ties,in italian silk. One with the square end and one conventional. Each accessory will accompany the black bottle of ABSOLUT 100 in a custom box.The kits will be sold at the Stone Bonker store, in São Paulo.

A few weeks ago I was invited to see the Moët Hennessy Holiday 2010 Preview and one of the many additions to stand out was the tribute collection to Andy Warhol by Dom Pérignon.

A fan of the champagne himself, Warhol along with 20 friends purchased 2,000 bottles to be stored and enjoyed on the arrival of the new millennium. Unfortunately Warhol didn’t live to see that day and the location as to where these bottles are remains unknown. Continue reading “A Tribute to Andy Warhol by Dom Pérignon” »

Hashi
5009 Broadway
NYC 10034
646-837-6888

Nestled in the heart of Inwood, Upper Manhattan’s historical playgrounds for literature greats such as Edgar Allan Poe arrives the sushi spot, Hashi that residents in Inwood sing praises for. Hashi, which means chopsticks in Japanese pleases every taste bud that you can detect with their genius blend of herbs in their appetizers. I suggest these that I had during my visit: Mixed Sunomono (Cucumber salad with shrimp, kani, octopus and furikake sweet vinegar dressing and vegetable gyoza with ponzu sauce. I know you’re licking your lips and I haven’t begun to describe the entrees, but first let’s talk about the ambiance. Continue reading “Hashi Is Inwood’s New Sushi Haven” »

Lately (and I mean over the last few years), alcohol brands have been collaborating often with artist giving them their own bottles and letting them go crazy with designs. This time Absolut Vodka called in for the help of Stephen Powers (ESPO) and Chiho Aoshima for a new campaign, “The Absolut Art of Sharing”. Each artist contributed two designs to a series of four unique drink pitchers. The set been released in various sizes, in a select group of global markets (1L in US, 700ml in Europe/New Zealand, & 750ml in Mexico). More information can be found here, at Absolut collector’s forum.

View the artist individual pieces and video after the jump Continue reading “‘Absolut Art of Sharing’ by Stephen Powers and Chiho Aoshima” »

The Peppermill Restaurant & Fireside Lounge gives new meaning to that Las Vegas slogan we know all too well. In this town where the newest and most novel reigns supreme, there really isn’t much that has stayed in Las Vegas. Compared to Aureole’s flying sommeliers and the Encore’s Switch Steak where the decor changes several times during dinner, the Peppermill is a retro-sexy breath fresh air that’s much the same as it was when it opened over 30 years ago.

Getting to the Peppermill on foot from the spectacular and nearby Wynn is decidedly unsexy. Located on the Strip between the stalwart and shabby Riviera and the Stardust, it’s in a pretty grim neighborhood of seedy tattoo parlors, medical clinics and cheap variety stores. Plod on, nonetheless, and the Peppermill’s colorful, kicky neon looms large. Like a bright little Oz, it beckons you into the big parking lot and suddenly it’s 1979. Continue reading “The Peppermill: Sexy Coffee Shop” »

Appearance is an important part of what makes food so appetizing, especially their bright vivid colors. Photographer and food stylist Linda Lundgren organized her food by color to create a series of photos that showcase some of the most common food hues. The series covers yellow, red, blue, purple and green displayed against a black backdrop. The photos not only contain foods that are a specific color but also food packaging. While we typically see foods organized by type or taste, seeing them in groups of colors gives a completely different perspective.

View more photos after the jump Continue reading “Styling Food by Linda Lundgren” »

Being my first time traveling to South America by way of LAN Airlines, the start of my journey was off to a good one that will live in my mansion of memories forever. LAN is the leading international airline that caters to the South America region and they sure do know how to make you feel comfortable and assure you that with each trip you fly to Latin America, it will be with LAN. Not only was it my first time to South America but flying there in Business Class added to one of the many reasons why LAN gets my vote. From the great hospitality of its staff, 3-course meals with the finest wine of South America, to their impressive 40-plus movie selections to keep you entertained during your flight. Business Class aren’t the only guests who receive the many perks, guests in Economy receive the same treatment… minus the recliner seats. In a matter of a workday schedule, you’ll arrive in one of South America’s most beautiful cities, Buenos Aires.

View more photos of LAN Airlines Continue reading “My Guide to Argentina” »

With one of boxing’s biggest nights coming this weekend, 1800 Tequila was kind enough to introduce two new cocktails to keep your boxing party entertained from all angles.

Mayweather’s Drop Shot

¾ oz. 1800® Silver Tequila

¼ oz. Triple Sec

Rim shot glass with salt, add tequila and triple sec

Chase with a lime wedge

Margarito’s Master

1 oz. 1800® Silver Tequila

1 oz. light beer

1 oz. lemon-lime soda

1 oz. frozen limeade concentrate

Shake well until limeade dissolves completely, add ice and garnish with a lime wedge

So now that everyone seems to be health conscious of what they’re putting into their body (and beach weather is just around the corner).

Men’s Health today yesterday that users are going crazy over its “Eat This, Not That!” iPhone game. The app has accrued 500,000 downloads in 15 days, at one point reaching the No. 1 spot in the iTunes store’s Healthcare & Fitness category. It managed this feat by turning the task of selecting healthy foods into an amusing diversion.

More than just a series of digestive imperatives, “Eat This, Not That!” quizzes users by offering them two choices and asking them to pick the healthier choice. People who can choose the wiser of two Burger King options, for example, are rewarded with improved standing on a national scoreboard.

The game is based on its namesake book series, by Men’s Health Editor in Chief David Zinczenko and his coworker, food and nutrition editor Matt Goulding.