Scattered beyond the seawall of Cuba's historic Malecón, small groups of inventive fishermen rely on corcho rafts -- ingenious vessels self-crafted from a combination of polyfoam, aluminum rods and wood propelled by oars and small engines. Derived from the Spanish word "corchos," meaning "cork," these DIY rafts exemplify human creativity and resourcefulness. In a country where the … [Read more...] about Unable to Afford Boats, Cubans Build Corchos
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How Rayo’s “Hecho en México” fragrance driven menu is revolutionizing cocktail culture
In February, Rayo celebrated its third anniversary by introducing a bold new menu. Rayo's newest innovative menu was designed in collaboration with a local perfumer "Tamach" and is a tribute to Mexico's sophisticated cultural heritage. Once again focusing on cocktails as both an experiential and sensory journey, it begins with a curated box featuring aromatic profiles from all ten of … [Read more...] about How Rayo’s “Hecho en México” fragrance driven menu is revolutionizing cocktail culture
World’s Oldest Car Shows : The New York International Auto Show (NYIAS)
The New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) is gearing up for its 125th anniversary celebration scheduled to take place in April 2025. Special events will take center stage, including new immersive experiences, expert guided tours, an expanded EV test track, Bentley's hand painted 'Belonging Bentayga' and the World Car Awards live! An annual event, The New York International Auto … [Read more...] about World’s Oldest Car Shows : The New York International Auto Show (NYIAS)
Tepache – A Low Alcohol Drink You Can Brew At Home
One of Mexico's most popular drinks is tepache - a traditional mildly alcoholic beverage made out of fermented pineapple rinds and sugar. Notable for its low calorie characteristics1 as a beverage and cocktail mixer as well as potential health benefits, tepache can either be purchased ready to drink (RTD) or made at home using a home brewing kit. For those who prefer the ready to drink … [Read more...] about Tepache – A Low Alcohol Drink You Can Brew At Home
La Maison Du Chocolat Demolition Party – Brick in the Wall
On June 12, 2015, Nora Hovanesian-Mann and Nicolas Cloiseau celebrated the renovation of La Maison Du Chocolat's Madison Avenue boutique with a one-of-a-kind demolition party -- a life-size brick chocolate wall. Metal hammers were provided as guests took turns demolishing the wall and consuming the bricks. The party featured a delicious assortment of gourmet chocolates, including La … [Read more...] about La Maison Du Chocolat Demolition Party – Brick in the Wall