Esquire & Jefferson’s Manhattan: Barrel Finished Cocktail

I have vivid memories of my parents drinking Manhattans on the rocks on special occasions when I was a child. I would beg for the Maraschino cherry (of course) and thought the taste of the booze was disgusting. I still thought Manhattans were gross until a few years ago when my husband made one. I …

Best Butt Ever: A Fitness Class At Equinox

There’s a new fitness class at Equinox that I’ve tried several times and now I’m hooked! I unwittingly took the class my first time. I showed up for cardio sculpt with one of my favorite instructors Julie Valenti. In her cheerful voice she asked the class, “Are you staying for Best Butt Ever?” We all …

How To Dress 15 Years Younger: Choose Your Fall Shoes Wisely

My favorite part of fall fashion is shoe shopping! Recently I took a peek at Fall 2015 footwear. One glance and I was reminded how designers often offer variations on similar styles in their collections and, as the years go by, I am truly grateful! When I was younger I looked at some of the alternate …

Celebrity Style: Fierce Fall Fashion After Labor Day

Summer’s not over yet, but fall is just around the corner and the best of fall fashion is all about making the stylish transition smooth and effortless. Take it from these celebs who are doing just that AND wearing new trends at the same time. Kourtney Kardashian  While I’m not absolutely sure this outfit was …

Carla Hall’s Petite Cookies #NomNom

Sometimes you really just want (or need) a taste of something sweet and delicious. There’s no guilt in a bite, right? Especially when it’s home baked and in flavors like Mexican Chocolate Chip, Almond Ginger Cherry Shortbread and Black Forest Crinkle (can you say YUM?) and from a Top Chef contestant! It’s true, one reality …