Filter by our Side PicksThe Leash Club has a history as an elite speakeasy. It was founded during Prohibition in 1925 as a place for dog-lovers to discuss their canine interests and the principles of breeding. Members of the club would stash alcohol in private lockers labeled with their dog’s name, so that owners could sneak … read more
Within a serene, residential environment, the Lowell’s goal is to make its guests believe that they are living in a luxurious private townhouse – a glamorous “home away from home.” The landmark building, which was built in 1928 and became the Lowell in 1984, has a reasonably small number of guest … read more
For those who cling to the habit, Club Macanudo is one of the few places in Manhattan that welcome smokers with their extensive, high quality collection of cigars, as well as a full menu. Despite the word “club,” the strict dress code and the high class clientele, the cigar lounge is open to the public. … read more
In 1860, Louis-Ulysse Chopard founded a watch workshop in Sonvilier, Switzerland, which, thanks to his great skill and emphasis on excellence, has grown through the last century and a half to become a well-respected global watch company. It remained a family business until 1963, when Louis-Ulysse’s grandson, … read more
On December 29, 2014 Maison Goyard opened their first New York boutique on 63rd Street. This is not to say that Goyard is a new brand; it was founded in 1792 and is considered the oldest continually running Parisian trunk maker, though it was not called “Goyard” until 1853. In that year, Francois Goyard … read more
Named for the well-known Lebanese-born Jewish philanthropist, Edmond J. Safra, the synagogue opened its doors in 2003 and immediately became a center for celebrating the “legacy of giving” that Safra believed in so strongly. During his life, Safra had lamented the lack of a formal gathering space for … read more
