From a new zero-proof tasting counter to a West Coast wellness club’s NYC debut, here’s what has New Yorkers talking this season.
The Huntress New York’s Artemis collection
New Horizons
Home and lifestyle brand The Huntress New York is expanding beyond home furnishings with the debut of its new beauty offering, the Bath Ritual collection: an assembly of bath necessities including Dead Sea bath salts, rich body oils, body soaps and soy wax candles. Renowned interior designer and founder Jenny Wolf drew inspiration from the daily baths she takes to reenergize and reconnect with herself. “Inspired by the Greek archetypes, Apollo and Artemis, The Huntress Bath Ritual collection symbolizes the light of the sun and the moon, encouraging all of us to find inner balance, peace of mind and a way back to this feeling of home,” says Wolf. “The Bath Ritual collection encourages us to find our own inner sanctuary, in one of the most sacred places—the bath.” 259 Westchester Ave., Pound Ridge –KH
In Bloom
McQueens Flowers’ Breath of Clarity wreath
Top luxury florist McQueens Flowers’ new winter arrangements make the perfect gifts this holiday season. Among McQueens’ staple offerings are Winter Whites, a ring of dried hydrangea incorporating bleached eucalyptus, fern, thistles and scabiosa pods, and the McQueens Wreath, its most luxurious offering, a timeless display of local pine, juniper and red ilex berries topped with a red velvet bow. This season, the brand also partnered with England-based wellness label Lola’s Apothecary to create Breath of Clarity, a pine wreath adorned with eucalyptus, rosemary and orange slices—a fragrance captured in one of Lola’s signature all-natural candles. –KH
Sober Curious
Outside Sèchey in the West Village
Sèchey opened a new 1,600-square-foot tasting counter and retail space in the West Village, bringing its line of booze-free beverages to NYC. The brand, which means “to be dry” in French, began as an online retailer before establishing a brick-and-mortar presence in Charleston, S.C., offering tempting alternatives to those who desire a more mindful relationship with alcohol. The West Village counter offers a three-can flight tasting of Sèchey’s ready-to-drink selections and carries over 75 nonalcoholic drink brands, as well as selling art, cocktail books, drinkware and more. “Alcohol doesn’t get to own connecting, socializing and celebrating,” says founder and CEO Emily Heintz. “We want to show our guests through experience that there are flavorful, and even functional, alternative beverages.” Cheers to that. 632 Hudson St. –KH
New Flavors
A spread from Zaytinya
Foodies, listen up: The recently opened Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad is home to several new world-class eateries thanks to famed chef José Andrés. “ We married the genuine refined service that The Ritz-Carlton is known for with the kitchen of humanitarian and Michelin-starred chef José Andrés for the next generation of a hotel luxury experience,” says Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos, president of Flag Luxury Group. The top toque curates the property’s entire culinary program. On the ground floor, Mediterranean restaurant Zaytinya (which translates to “olive oil” in Turkish) serves an innovative mezze menu and cocktails inspired by Turkish, Greek and Lebanese cuisines. Another can’t-miss spot is rooftop hub Nubeluz, where 270-degree views complement an expansive menu of classic and signature cocktails as well as small bites. Plus, forthcoming The Bazaar by José Andrés will make its New York debut this season, serving bold, Spanish-inspired dishes inspired by Andrés’ roots. 25 W. 28th St. –OP
’Tis the Season
The VIP Radio City Roxy Suite experience offers the ultimate holiday celebration.
Beyond Times Square, an NYC-based luxury travel management company, is adding a VIP Radio City Roxy Suite Reception & Christmas Spectacular with the Rockettes to its catalog of holiday offerings. “The Christmas Spectacular starring the Radio City Rockettes is a time-honored tradition that’s been delighting audiences for almost a century, and Radio City Music Hall is, without doubt, one of the most famous theaters in the world,” says Joel Cohen, general manager at BTSQ. “Together, these two New York City institutions have always been a must-see when visiting around the holidays—and now our clients can take that experience to the next level.” The VIP experience includes a 75-minute preshow reception in the historic Roxy Suite—named after the apartment’s previous owner, theatrical entrepreneur Samuel “Roxy” Rothafel. Guests will enjoy an open bar and dinner buffet catered by the Tao Restaurant Group before taking their premium seats for the Rockettes’ Christmas Spectacular. Nov. 25, 1260 Sixth Ave. –KH
Photography by: FROM TOP: PHOTO BY DICHEN CHEN; PHOTO BY KATE JORDAN; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND; ZAYTINA PHOTO BY JASON VARNEY; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
