Parties

Best Opening Night Parties NYC – Artexpo XL 2018

By Latina Weekly

For 40 years and counting, Artexpo New York has presented the very best the fine art world has to offer. Artexpo New York XL, the 40th annual Artexpo New York, along with [SOLO] and [FOTO SOLO] opened its door to everyone on Friday, April 20, at 10 a.m. and ended the day with an incredible opening night party. Not only was there stunning artwork but the day also included special events, live demos, and talks on inspiring Topics & Trends. And, of course, the Opening Night Party on Friday from 4—8 p.m. where attendees mixed and mingled with artists and art aficionados, while sipping complimentary Louis Jadot wines and enjoying an open bar along with free mochi ice cream by My/mo! So good. Make sure you don’t miss this party when you’re in New York City. It’s a great night full of fun and amazing art. And if you’re like me, you’ll probably end up buying a few things to fill your home. Great event for art lovers as well as interior designers and collectors! Check out a few of our photos here:

Celebrity designer dress and David Bowie  :

Louis Jadot wines (including a fabulous Rose) and delicious Mochi ice cream by My/mo:

 

Nice seated area where attendees gathered and enjoyed themselves…

Impressive large sculptures and monetary art

Also art with iconic figures, with modern fresh interpretations

La Maison Du Chocolat Demolition Party – Brick in the Wall

By Latina Weekly

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 Maison Du Chocolat’s famous Heart of Ganache Macarons, paired with Valdo Prosecco and assorted fruit nectars.

 

 

La Maison Du Chocolate was founded in 1977, when famed chocolatier Robert Linxe (nicknamed ““The Sorcerer of Ganache”) opened his first shop with the mission “to restore chocolate in all its nobility.” Mission accomplished and then some. Through its attention to detail, elegant balanced chocolate and artistic creations, La Maison Du Chocolate has become the gold standard for world-class gourmet chocolate. The company’s success is reflected in its widespread appeal and popularity with store locations throughout the world – France, London, Hong Kong, Japan, Kuwait, Dubai, and the United States. One of the world’s most influential and talented chocolatiers, Robert Linxe elevated chocolate to the development of the grands crus and the legendary Salvador – ganache with fresh raspberry pulp and Andalousie, and ganache with fresh lemon zest.  In 2000, La Maison Du Chocolat was accepted into the Comité Colbert, and is now a member of the prestigious circle of maisons.   A recipient of the prestigious “Best Craftsman Chocolatier of France” award (Meilleur Ouvrier de France chocolatier) in 2007, Master Chef Chocolatier Nicolas Cloiseau continues the tradition of a luxury artisan chocolate with exceptional craftsmanship and innovation, clearly evident in his creations. In 2012, Geoffroy d’Anglejan named Nicolas Cloiseau, Master Chef of La Maison Du Chocolat; Nicolas Cloiseau continues to honor the legacy of founder Robert Linxe.

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“I am heir to the perfection of balances of Robert Linxe. I make chocolates as he would have made them today. I feel responsible for what he has created, his philosophy of taste,assemblages and his balances.”  — Nicolas Cloiseau

“Chocolatier is the profession of an artisan. All the chocolates are handmade, but in reality, they are really made with the heart!”  — Robert Linxe

 

Official Website:

lamaisonduchocolat.com

Store Locations:

Visit their website for a complete & updated list. And should you not happen to be near one of their shops International Shipping is also offered.

 

 

Top Ten List : 10 Great New York Fashion Week Parties

By Latina Weekly

This year the start of New York Fashion Week coincides with the NBA All-Star Weekend (see our NBA party list)and Valentine’s Day; New York city will literally be party city. With so many great parties to choose from, we’ve narrowed it down to a few of our favorites. Remember to check/ call ahead to verify the time/location and make sure the party hasn’t been cancelled as venues may be subject to change. We’ve also compiled some of the top party lists (invite only unless stated otherwise, please see below).

 

Top New York Fashion Week Parties February 2015:

 

Friday February 13, 2015

John Varvatos 315 Bowery on 2/13 at 8 pm

Maybelline New York Lounge Party at MADE 450 W15th st on 2/14 at 10 pm

 

Saturday February 14, 2015

BCBG at Top of the Standard Boom Boom room on 2/14 at 9:30 pm

Fashion for Relief at the NY Public Library on  2/14 at approximately 8 pm

 

Sunday February 15, 2015 : NBA All-Star Game

Cult Factory JointheCult Brunch  at Barchetta 461 W23rd st on 2/15 at 2 pm

NBA All-Stars Celebration at the Gilded Lilly on 2/15 at 11 pm

 

Monday February 16, 2015

Italia Independent Boutique opening at the New Museum on 2/16 at 8 pm

Tommy Hilfiger After-party on 2/16 Location: TBD

 

Tuesday February 17, 2015

John Legend Reimagining Learning Initiative at Top of the Standard on 2/17 at 7 pm

 

Wednesday February 18, 2015

The Cut at Gramercy Park Terrace 2 Lexington Avenue on 2/18 at 7 pm

 

Also, you may wish to check out the many parties listed on these sites:

PaperMag

W Magazine

GuestofaGuest

NY Times

Enstarz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Top 15 NBA All-Star Weekend Parties 2015

By Latina Weekly

Top 15 NBA All-Star Weekend Parties 2015 in Manhattan New York City

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 12 2015

1) Venue: NBA ALL-STAR EVENT = ATHLETES FOR ART RENAISSANCE TOUR –

Details – NBA stars (including Desmond Mason and many others) will lend their talent for the AART event, on Thursday, February 12th at Manhattan Motorcars Showroom 270 11th ave at 7pm

2) Venue: 1st annual Roc City Classic featuring Oklahoma City Thunder’s Kevin Durant and Kanye West

Details: Flatiron Plaza North (Between 5th Avenue & Broadway just out of Madison Square Park) at 6 p.m. with show at 8 p.m.Tickets at http://www.ticketmaster.com/rn-1st-annual-roc-city-classic-new-york-new-york-02-12-2015/event/00004E44C53257F1

3) Venue: ESPN New York All-Star Celebration with Clyde Frazier, Chris Mullin, Chauncey Billups, PJ Carlesimo, Tim Legler and Stephen A. Smith

Details: New York Athletic Club (180 Central Park South) Sit Down Dinner to Follow. Event begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets via Citi Credit Card

4) Venue: HOT 97 FM’s Thursday Party for NBA All-Star Weekend”The Tip-Off” with Puff Daddy, Snoop Dogg, etc

Details: 8 p.m. at the Theater at MSG (4 Pennsylvania Plaza), tickets via MSG at (866) 858-0008

5) Venue: Welcome to All-Star Concert After party featuring Meek Mill and Nicki Minaj

Details: Stage 48 (605 West 48th Street at 10 p.m.  http://www.wantickets.com/Events/176129/Meek-Mill-All-Star-Concert-After-Party-Featuring-Nicki-Minaj/

FRIDAY  FEBRUARY 13 2015

6) Venue: 9th Annual Where Music Meets Couture Fashion Show

Details: Hilton Garden Inn Times Square’s Attic Rooftop (251 West 48th Street) at 6 p.m. For Tickets visit eventbrite.com

7) Venue: NYC All-Star Edition Party hosted by Hosted by FABOLOUS & Former NBA Superstar ALLEN IVERSON.

Details: The Griffin (50 Gansevoort St.) at 10 p.m. http://www.wantickets.com/Events/ShowEvent.aspx?eventId=175940

8) Venue: Welcome to New York All-Star party featuring Diddy, Swizz Beatz and Busta Rhymes. Music by Hot 97

Details: : Stage 48 (605 West 48th Street) at 10 p.m  http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=5632365&pl=stage48%20a

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 12 2015

9) Venue: ALL-STAR 2015 40Z & WAFFLES

Details: 404 NYC (404 10th Avenue) at 1 p.m. Tickets visit eventbrite.com

10) Venue: Got Game: The Ultimate Day Party hosted by Laz Alonzo & Minnesota Timberwolves Shabazz Muhammad!

Details: The Theater at MSG (4 Pennsylvania Plaza) at 8 p.m.

Price Range: $59 to $150

11) Venue: All-Star Weekend Takeover w/ Nicki Minaj & Meek Mill

Details: The CopaCabana (268 West 47the Street) at 9 p.m. Tickets: http://www.welcome2timesquare.com

12) Venue: NBA All-Star Weekend Party Hosted by Young Jeezy

Details: The Griffin (50 Gansevoort St.) at 10 p.m. For Tickets : http://www.wantickets.com/Events/ShowEvent.aspx?eventId=176085

 SUNDAY FEBRUARY 14 2015

13) Venue: All-Star Weekend Finale party with Nicki Minaj & Funkmaster Flex

Details: : Pacha Nightclub (618 West 46th Street) at 10 p.m. For Tickets visit http://www.atpthemag.com/eventsnicki-minaj-all-star-game-after-party/

14) Venue: NYC All-Star 2015 After Party Grand Finale with Puff Daddy & DJ Khaled

Details: Liberty Theater (233 West 41st Street) at 10 p.m.  https://allstardiddy.com/buy-tickets

15) Venue: NBA Party at the Gilded Lilly

Details: Invite only, starts at 11 pm

Underground Parties & Events : Top 7 Guide

By Latina Weekly

As the sun sets over the Hudson, New York city’s night-time residents rise and reemerge into the slowly dissipating streets.  Commuters, visitors and assorted city diaspora depart as the night-time players and partiers retake an alternate urban landscape hidden and invisible during the day. While there are the clubs and public venues, there’s a lot more going on in the nighttime underground world which can be impossible (even for long-time residents) to locate. One way to get started is via a regularly updated list of the most current “hottest” nightclubs, a few good ones can be found at Gothamist and 10best.com.  An alternate route is the explore a variety of specialized bars, clubs and “locations.”   New York city’s nightlife is constantly evolving, so to keep current, here is a list of our top five information sources.

Get started here — Top 7 Guide — Great Website Resources for Underground parties & Events in NYC

Secret New York by Time Out : A good guide to get started with

Meet up Groups : Parties in multiple cities

NYC Go Calendar : A go-to list for established parties/clubs

Thump : A very thorough multi-city New Year’s Eve guide and list of promoters

Resident Advisor : Current list with updated groups and events

Gothamist : Great too, it offers lots of information on the latest happenings and events in NYC.

The NY Observer : Again, great resource.

 

 

 

 

 

 

World’s Best Parties : Shade 2084 Hologram Rave NYE

By Latina Weekly

Best Parties of 2015 – Secret Warehouse Hologram Rave

 

Nightlife in New York City is as unique and diverse as the city itself. Big clubs advertise and promote venues which may or may not be worth the hefty ticket price; smaller bars and other locals may be too crowded to enjoy or filled with people you’d pay not to see.  But every now and then, there’s a party that restores your faith in nightlife subculture. One such phenomenon is Shade — an underground rave run by Ladyfag and Seva Granik. Shade belongs to the underground scene of nomadic raves– parties that move from venue to venue, exact details kept secret with ever-changing locations, as followers move against the tide of commercialism and money-driven venues. Besides being visually stunning and authentic, Shade manages to create a balanced non-judgmental environment where everyone feels free to be themselves, critical stares are absent, the crowd ranges across genders and sexual orientations, and best of all there is no pressure to do or be anything except to exist.  New Year’s theme was a dark dystopian vision of the year 2084 called “SHADE: 2084” where conceptually the last of humanity gathers as the external world deteriorates into a dystopian state (à la Blade Runner, The Matrix etc).  Shade:2084 was fittingly held at an undisclosed location inside an industrial waterfront warehouse in Greenpoint Brooklyn; LED panels displayed flashing futuristic themes and messages as the crowd danced to DJ’s Egyptrixx, Morgan Louis & Nita Aviance and Physical Therapy beneath a hologram laser installation that was a techno work of art reminiscent of a dark pulsing & glowing futuristic Blade Runner -esque landscape. The party went through the night until dawn broke and Shade:2084 came to its cataclysmic end as the last few groups departed exhausted and stumbling into the outside world of 2015.

 

A Dystopian Installation – SHADE : 2084