NYC 2017 {Amaranth}

One of J and I's favorite spots to dine for brunch/lunch is Amaranth located on the Upper East Side at E. 62nd Street. We stumbled upon this gem last year and are hooked. It is definitely where the locals lunch.

I especially love the French onion soup and the four-cheese ravioli.

Amaranth is located just off Madison Avenue on 62nd Street , between Fifth Avenue and Madison Avenue, in the heart of the most famous shopping strip of the Upper East Side of Manhattan and few steps from Central Park.
They credit their success to a very honest approach to Mediterranean cuisine:
a fusion of original Italian food and French food, great hospitality and the highest quality of ingredients that we use in our recipes.
A large portion of specialty items that are served are imported from Italy and France.
The famous Focaccia Robiola, the super fresh and tasty Seafood, creative Pasta and perfectly al dente Risotto, have attracted a dedicated fan base of New Yorkers, Europeans and celebrities, who are looking for a home away from home.
The Mediterranean Bistro has a really charming terrace during the warm season, where you can taste the delicious food or enjoy a cocktail (try the famous Frozen Cosmo!) before dinner.
Amaranth, with its well balanced wine list, is the perfect choice for a fine dining experience as well as for a casual meal with the entire family.

Amaranth, y'all!

NYC 2017 {St. Regis}

I must say that I have never stayed in such swanky accommodations in my life. 

The St. Regis in NYC on 55th Avenue did not disappoint. Due to J's travels throughout the year, the St. Regis was a treat for us. Upon check-in, we were upgraded to the Grand Suite on the 17th floor, a corner room with a large master bedroom, 2 full baths, and a parlor. The well-appointed room featured modern amenities like TVs behind the mirrors in the baths and state-of-the-art lighting systems-easy to turn on and off.

I know this may sound snobbish, but I can certainly get used to having my own butler at my beck and call.

The Grande Suite: 
Well-appointed on the corner Fifth Avenue and 55th street, this exceptional suite allows guests to experience the grandeur of New York City, along with our signature 24 hour Butler service offering complimentary services including Butler served tea or coffee upon arrival and following daily wake-up call, pressing of up to 2 items per guest upon arrival, shoe shine, packing and unpacking services, and welcome fruit basket.  Stay connected with complimentary high speed internet access which is available in all rooms and throughout the hotel.

The St. Regis is also close to shopping on Fifth Avenue and our favorite jaunts on the Upper East Side.

I hope J continues racking up his points on his travels, for I was meant for a life like this.

The St. Regis New York, originally founded by John Jacob Astor over a century ago, is a Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond hotel located in the heart of midtown Manhattan.  With chic guestrooms, public spaces and Astor Court, the flagship hotel has evolved to reflect the rich history of St. Regis while infusing a timeless allure which has come to define the Fifth Avenue icon.

St. Regis, y'all!