Proud to be a New Yorker tonight — it's going to be one hell of a Pride weekend!!
Author: Laren
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Pride
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Karma Chameleon
Ah Karma. I firmly believe that what goes around comes around, so I try to send out good karma. When I worked at a nonprofit, I had friends (one in particular) who shared wine with me and often bought me drinks, and now, when I encounter a friend who is unemployed, or perhaps just because, I'll repay the favor.
Yesterday, I ran into a public interest colleague who I hadn't seen in some time. As we were catching up, she told me that she had been diagnosed with lymphoma and had been quite sick, although she has now been in remission for six months. I told her that I am raising money for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society through Team in Training for the New York City Triathlon and she was thrilled and thanked me profusely. She also talked about potentially doing the tri next year as part of a relay team so that she can do her part to help others.
Want some good karma to come your way? Donate to my efforts. And buy someone a drink.
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Booze You Can Use: Tiki x 2 and Summer of Riesling
Sorry about the delay on the Chi-town recap, but hopefully this'll tide you over.
First — CitySip (for which I've recently been doing some writing) is hosting not one, but TWO tiki events next week! On Monday, June 27th, head to Lani Kai from 6-8 for Appleton Rum and Leblon Cachaca micro-cocktails created by Julie Reiner and Tobin Ellis of BarMagic of Las Vegas, and delicious snacks from Lani Kai's island-inspired menu. On Thursday, June 30th, from 6-10, we've got a #TikiSocial at The Pierre Hotel’s Two E Bar/Lounge. For the 2nd annual Social Media Day meet up, bloggers, tweeters and viral media will enjoy a tropically delicious Tiki themed party with expertly mixed Hawaiian cocktails, gourmet pupu platters and more Exotica beats by DJ Jack Fetterman & Gina of the Jungle. The best part: If you blog, tweet or post about the event on Facebook, you can print it out and present it to your server for a complimentary Tiki cocktail. We are also drawing give-aways for free pupu platters every half hour! Throughout this week and next CitySip will be hosting give-aways on Twitter and Facebook for fun spirited packages for 2! Follow @citYsip or our Facebook page for updates! RSVP for both events at mailto: [email protected].
Next — the Summer of Riesling has begun!! The wine gurus at Hearth and Terroir have taken their love of reisling and spread it across the US, with bars/restaurants all across the country participating in the festivities. Check out the list of events/specials and general riesling goodness and hop to it.
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Home Sweet Home
Back from an epic weekend in Chicago with @daisy17. Full report, with many food/drink pics, to come later tonight. And now, it's all about the fruit/veg.
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Booze you Can Use: NYC Cocktail Week & Speed Rack Recap
From June 15th – 29th a selection of NYC's best cocktail bars are offering two cocktails and an appetizer for $20.11. Just ask for the NYC cocktail week menu! Full list and details can be found on Liquor.com. In addition, you'll be drinking for a good cause; NYC week benefits City Harvest and the Museum of the American Cocktail.
Did you miss Speed Rack on Sunday night? Never fear — here's my recap on CitYsip.
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Savor
sa·vor /ˈsāvər/ verb.
1. Taste (good food or drink) and enjoy it completely
2. Enjoy or appreciate (something pleasant) completely, esp. by dwelling on it
3. Derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
First of all, not a bad life philosophy. Second of all, guess who's going to Blue Hill at Stone Barns today?
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Two Seconds of Fame
You might want to take a quick look at what flashed on CBS Sunday Morning (at approx 1:19 in the video) on their Welcome to the Blogosphere piece. Thanks to @jmagNYC and @BlondieNY for letting me know!
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Booze You Can Use: Booze on a Budget & DonQ 80’s Bash Recap
Wanted to share my latest pieces with y'all. First, for the budget-conscious tippler, 10 Cocktails for $10 or less in Time Out NY. Many thanks to all who came along for tasting adventures, including Rocky, Hal, Jen, Karen, Josh, Jeramy, Colin, Jen, and Matt. Next, my recap of the MCC's Don Q 80's Bash on CitYSip. Many thanks to Kim for coming along for the ride. Totally rad. Enjoy! -
And I Tri . . .
I've been a bit behind on my NYC Triathlon training and have been kicking it up into high gear since last week. So if I'm looking a bit ragged these days, please be kind — it just means that I've been pushing myself on the training front. The swimming feels great and the biking is going well, but the running — oof. All I can do is continue to put one foot in front of the other, get sleep, eat well and do my best.
While I'm doing all that, there's something you can do, too — DONATE! I'm once again raising money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team in Training, and you can donate here. Plus, I started a triathlon team at work (yes, we are badasses)! If you want to donate to the Debevoise team, you can do that too. You can also come cheer us on and/or celebrate with us on August 7th.
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Family Fun Time!
This weekend and today were family-filled and full of celebrations. First, I spent Saturday and Sunday celebrating the wedding of my cousin Jennifer to her lovely husband Dawson, then returned to attend my brother Bill's graduation(cum laude – smartypants!) from Brooklyn Law School today. It was great to spend time with my many cousins, aunts & uncles who I don't get to see all that often, and I'm so proud of my baby brother, who will be following in my footsteps and joining the public interest legal world (do-gooderism runs in the family). Congrats and Mazel Tov to all!