Meryl Pearlstein

Hot NYC Theater – One Opening, and Two Plays Closing Soon

August 2, 2019 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Quick! These are shows that you need to pay attention to: one has just opened and is hotter than hot. Two are closing soon or have limited runs. I encourage you to jump on your computer and […]

Seven Reasons to Leave Home This Summer

July 31, 2019 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Summer isn’t over yet, and there are many interesting international escapes to be had. Some invite you to festivals celebrating food, wine and techno. Others combine food and culture with a dose of the outdoors. There’s […]

Bastille Day Celebrations in the US – Foodies Rejoice!

July 13, 2019 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Hey, procrastinators! The forecast is for French fireworks and joie de vivre. That is to say, this weekend from July 14-15 is the French celebration of Bastille Day, the equivalent of the Fourth of July in the USA. For […]

The French Institute Alliance Française Puts on a Fête to Remember – Bastille Day, July 14, in New York City

July 9, 2019 Meryl Pearlstein 0

The Fourth of July is over, but not the celebration. On Sunday, July 14, Bastille Day will be commemorated in the US with as much pomp and joie de vivreas ever. It’s a wonderful time to […]

Cabaret Electrifies the Evenings at Feinstein’s/54 Below in Manhattan

June 5, 2019 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Nostalgic for the soulful days of Prohibition and the Great Depression? On June 13, Feinstein’s/54 Below, the popular Manhattan cabaret set below iconic theater/club Studio 54, will take you on a musical tour of the interwar […]

Orchids at the New York Botanical Gardens – Get There Soon

April 22, 2019 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Slow Down and Smell the Orchids at the New York Botanical Gardens This Week…. Then Enjoy an Evening of Food, Drink, Dance and Music The Bronx’s New York Botanical Garden is in full bloom with […]

Metropolitan Museum of Art – Two exciting exhibits

April 17, 2019 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Two exciting exhibits are currently on view at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The first, “Play It Loud” is a must-see for anyone who fancies himself or herself a rock ‘n roll fan. The exhibit […]

Dining Like a President at Blackbarn Restaurant – A Chef’s Table Experience Like No Other

March 14, 2019 Meryl Pearlstein 0

This past Presidents’ Day, I had the privilege of experiencing a truly presidential meal, thanks to chef-owner John Doherty of Blackbarn restaurant in Manhattan. While the American-inspired restaurant has received numerous accolades for its cuisine […]

Celebrate the Oscars – Movies in Manhattan

February 23, 2019 Meryl Pearlstein 0

For the third consecutive year,Westfield World Trade Centerwill roll out the red carpet for the Tribeca Drive-In: Dinner and a Moviefilm screening series, organized in partnership with the team behind the Tribeca Film Festival, and taking place […]

It’s Not Too Late to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Travel Gift

February 21, 2019 Meryl Pearlstein 0

A romantic holiday doesn’t have to end on Valentine’s Day. Hotels around the world are offering packages that can heat up a relationship any time of the year, particularly during the winter. So, if you […]