The Perfect Picnic Basket: Spring 2022 Edition

One of the best ways to step into spring is to get outside and enjoy good food with friends and family! Picnics are perfect for any outdoor activity, whether it's a walk through “the park,” a date for two on that perfect rooftop terrace or a trip to the beach! If you haven’t packed a picnic basket since you were a kid, it can be hard to know where to begin, so I’ve put together my tips and favorite picnic essentials to get you started.

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Thanksgiving 101: Hosting

The Zakarian’s are widely known in the industry for many incredible culinary achievements, so it’s no surprise that when it comes to Thanksgiving dinner, these two are the experts. I spent six years working side by side with this hospitality duo, and I can say first hand they know how to host a party!

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Thanksgiving 101: Table Settings

Whether you’re looking to go for “classic” or put an elevated twist on holiday decor, there are lots of ways to create a picture-perfect gratitude celebration that your guests will remember for years to come, all while highlighting the meal.

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How To Plan An Elevated Halloween Event

If you’re planning on hosting your friends for a Halloween gathering this year and want to impress them with an event that is elevated beyond what they’re expecting, I’ve compiled some ideas for you to use... at your own risk.

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My Favorite Floral Trends for Fall

There are some things that never, ever go out of style when it comes to event planning, and florals is absolutely one of them. From weddings to fundraisers, galas to bat mitzvahs — a stunning display of florals can transform the feeling of any venue and set the tone for the gathering.

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My 4 Favorite Dinner Party Venues in NYC

As an NYC event planner, I have had years of experience planning smaller scale dinner parties throughout New York and over time I have come to develop a fondness for certain spots, ones that I will always turn to when I get a client looking to host a dinner party in NYC.

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How To Hire an Event Planner

Hiring an event planner can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! While each event comes with a unique set of challenges and to-dos, these tips are universally helpful in guiding you through the process of hiring an event planner.

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