Our Favorite Listing For The Week: Return to Refined Elegance & Amenities in Greenwich Village

Looking for a new place to live or just curious about what's on the market? Check out our favorite homes you should make an appointment for this week. 

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40-50 East 10th Street, #5EF | $5,250,000 | Agents: Debra Solomon Pendleton, Brown Harris Stevens

This stunning Greenwich Village 3 bedroom, 3 bath pre-war home is the epitome of refined elegance. Approximately 2500 sq ft, with north and south exposures, it was designed with meticulous attention to detail and superior quality. The dramatic expansive open plan living dining area with white oak accented beamed ceilings is lined with a wall of casement windows flooded with sunlight and divided by a custom white oak and leather floating etagere cabinet. The living room with custom cabinetry and millwork centers around a contemporary stone wood burning fireplace. Lindsey Adelman Branching Bubbles lighting fixtures illuminate the dining room which can easily accommodate a dining table for 10-plus people ideally suited for those who love to entertain.

Listed for $5.25M, this 2,500-square-foot 3-bedroom, all ensuite 3-bathroom pre-war co-op has large living spaces, a modern woodburning fireplace and a dining area to seat at least 10 guests. The current owners returned the property from a previous owner's ultra-modern renovation to a refined elegance befitting the home's true nature. Location and amenities top off the home's desirability.

The Northern wing of the home facing East 10th Street offers luxurious living space. The graciously proportioned primary suite encompasses a second fireplace with limestone surround, a large walk-in closet and a spa-like master bathroom featuring double-deep Philippe Starck soaking tub, an over-sized steam shower, and a cantilevered Corian vanity with two wash basins.

A large second bedroom has windowed en-suite full bath. Rooms are pin-drop quiet with new double paned casement windows. The connecting hallway between bedrooms employs a custom-built office nook. Bookshelves line the third bedroom/den off the living room with full en-suite windowed bath.

40-50 East 10th Street, highly revered for its beautiful prewar design, was built in 1929 by Helme and Corbett Architects, whose projects include One Fifth Avenue and the Metropolitan Life North Building on Madison Square Park. Located on one of most desirable tree-lined streets, in Greenwich Village, the cooperative offers full time doorman, Live-in superintendent, laundry room, fitness room, children's playroom, storage room and bike storage. Owners also have access to a beautifully landscaped roof garden, in addition to a quiet tranquil back garden. Pets are most welcome. The lobby, hallways, and all landings, have all been recently renovated.

Photo’s Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens

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Drinks To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day 2022

St. Patrick’s Day is on the horizon, which means it’s time to start planning your celebrations. When people think about St. Patrick’s Day drinks, the first thing that often comes to mind is a pint of Guinness and a shot of Jameson. While those are definitely good choices (we’ll certainly be having one — or three— on the big day), St. Patrick’s Day drinks can actually be a whole lot more.

If you’re looking to shake things up this St. Patrick’s day, here are a few cocktails to try:

Proper Coffee Drop

• .75 oz Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey

• .25 oz Coffee Liqueur

• 10 oz Irish Stout

Pour Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey Irish Whiskey and coffee liqueur and into a shot glass and drop into a pint glass of Irish Stout.

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Space Dust IPA

As one of the most celebrated holidays globally, St. Patrick’s Day is all about bringing people together, and what better way to do that than by raising a glass of Elysian Brewing’s best-selling Space Dust IPA (8.2% ABV), which balances bitterness with the sweetness of grapefruit, mango and orange aromas. 

If you’re searching for “something green” to bring to your St. Patrick’s Day party, look no further! Space Dust’s iconic green mascot, Dusty, featured on every can and bottle, is here to help you avoid the pinch. Plus, the Elysian team has released an easy-to-make festive drink recipe called the Irish Astronaut, which cleverly features 50% Nitro Irish Stout and 50% Space Dust IPA.

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Glendalough 7-Year-Old Single Malt Mizunara Finish

This St. Patrick’s Day, skip the stouts and shots and celebrate Ireland in luxury. Glendalough Distillery is the first Irish whiskey brand to use the rare and exotic Mizunara oak, where the woods of Wicklow meet the island of Hokkaido in the form of a rare, exquisite whiskey. Unlock Glendalough 7-Year-Old Single Malt Mizunara Finish – the key to your best, most elevated St. Patrick’s Day yet!

Mizunara’s rarity makes sourcing a great undertaking, but Glendalough was ready for the challenge of being the first Irish whiskey to utilize this oak. The trunks of these uniquely beautiful trees are prone to growing twisted, and they must grow to be twice the age of most oak trees before they can be felled. It then takes three years to dry, and even then, is notoriously difficult to cooper due to its porousness. However, therein lies its saving grace: whiskey can seep deeper into the wood, resulting in an alluring, exotic flavor.

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Verde Te Quiero Verde

• 1 oz Mezcal Montelobos Espadín 

• 1 oz Ancho Reyes Verde

• 1 TBSP Chia seeds 

• 75 oz Simple Syrup

• 1 oz lime juice 

• 2 oz Seltzer Water 

 Garnish 

•  Top with mint leaves and lime juice 

Combine Mezcal Montelobos Espadín, Ancho Reyes Verde, Chia seeds, simple syrup, and lime juice in a shaker and shake well. Serve over a Collins glass with ice and add seltzer water to top off. Stir with a spoon.

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Spicy Verde Margarita

• 45 ml Espolòn Blanco  

• 15 ml of Ancho Reyes Verde  

• 30 ml Fresh Lime Juice  

• 10 ml agave syrup (depending on sweetness)  

  Garnish  

• Sea salt crust rim (half rim is a good option)  

• Lime peel or wedge  

Shake ingredients with plenty of ice, double strain in a in a coupette. Garnish with lime peel/wedge.

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Jameson Cold Brew & Cola

• 1 part Jameson Cold Brew

• 2 parts Cola

• Orange peel

Method:  Build over ice in a high ball glass and garnish with Orange Peel.

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Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey

St. Paddy’s Day is almost here, and with nearly 200 St. Paddy’s Days under its belt, Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey knows a thing or two, not only about celebrating the holiday itself, but how to actually spell it. Year in and year out, Americans seem to get it wrong, opting for the use of the double T instead of the double D…

To offer a tasty spelling lesson, Tullamore D.E.W. has partnered with acclaimed American butcher Pat LaFrieda to create the ultimate St. Paddy’s Day Patty to help fans from making the common spelling mistake between a meat patty and Ireland’s national holiday. 

The specialty St. Paddy’s Day Patty is made up of a proprietary blend made by Pat himself and inspired by Tullamore D.E.W. Beginning Thursday, March 10th, 193 kits will be made available via LaFrieda.com nodding to the 193-year history behind the Tullamore D.E.W. brand. 

Our favorite listing this week is 508 West 24th Street, Unit 5th Floor, home to NBA Player Carmelo Anthony. The ten-time NBA All-Star, has listed his New York City condo. The home is the largest unit in the Cary Tamarkin designed building at 508 W 24th that overlooks the High Line and is walking distance from world-class shopping and prominent art galleries.

251 East 51st Street, Unit 2M, listed on the market as a Compass "Coming Soon," is a recently renovated, perfect pied-a-terre (and ideal one bedroom for all the rest of us). What truly sets this pad apart from the rest is the dreamy outdoor terrace with endless possibilities and city views. Accessed by the living room and overlooked by the bedroom, this 24x12 outdoor space is an oasis in the center of the Midtown hustle and bustle.

Our last #openhouse roundup will you be checking out this #parkslope home? #nycrealestate #brooklynrealestate #milliondollarlistings #luxuryhomes #OffTheMRKT

DNA Development announced that closings have commenced at 350 West 71st Street, the successful Upper West Side luxury conversion that seamlessly combines two historic pre-war buildings into one stunning contemporary condominium with a classic façade. As construction nears completion, the seven-story building’s 38 elegant residences and bespoke amenities are coming to life, as DNA welcomes its first residents.

Our favorite listing this week is located at One West End, the sculptural glass residential tower designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli within Riverside Center. At $19.5 million, 29B offers 5,302 square feet of interiors space, with four bedrooms, five and a half baths, a media room, lofted library, and a double height great room leading out to a 3,000 square foot terrace with impeccable views.

REAL New York Appoints Jillian Vaccaro as COO

Jillian Vaccaro

Manhattan-based residential and commercial brokerage firm, REAL New York, has promoted Jillian Vaccaro to Chief Operating Officer.

Since joining the firm she has been an asset to the growth of their team. In this role, she will lead overall growth and development initiatives, with a focus on implementing creative marketing strategies to achieve and exceed sales and leasing goals for the company. The firm’s culture has driven years of success in recruiting and retaining a highly skilled team.

Previously the Head of People Operations with REAL New York, Jillian is a licensed real estate agent with nearly a decade of experience managing sales and leasing teams throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn. Prior to her career at REAL New York, Jillian was the Director of Sales and Leasing for Zumper, the largest rental platform in North America. She also managed sales and team experience for a prominent boutique brokerage firm. In addition to an expertise in management, Jillian specializes in tech consulting and software development, and offers a deep understanding of processes that can be automated with technology, adding yet another level of inventiveness and efficiency.

"Growing with REAL New York as COO has been an incredible progression of my career,” said Jillian. “The culture that has been cultivated within the firm is unlike any I've experienced before. Now more than ever, our clients, agents, and owners are craving a forward-thinking, technology driven experience fueled by sincerity and transparency, and we're here to deliver that.”

Jillian also brings a specialized expertise in tech consulting and software development, offering a deep understanding of advanced processes and technology, adding yet another level of inventiveness and efficiency.

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Rise And Shine With A Refreshing Morning Drink

Annabella Pardo

After what had felt as an eternity for some parents and guardians, many kids have finally returned to their school campus. Whether the kids have just started kindergarten or were shipped off to an out of state college from their cozy home, every parental figure deserves to sleep in a little more and wake up to a delicious and fresh breakfast cocktail.

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Five Farms Irish Cream is the perfect addition to a morning cup of coffee, or hot chocolate. Five Farms is also delicious to enjoy neat, on the rocks, or in a variety of craft cocktail recipes.

This premium product is the world's first farm-to-table Irish cream liqueur. The dairy cream comes from five generational family-owned farms in County Cork, Ireland, and is blended with authentic Irish whiskey within 48 hours of collection. The richness of the dairy cream combined with 10% Irish whiskey (most brands use less than 1%) set it apart from every other Irish cream on the market.

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SunDaze uses a 100% Valencia orange juice blend and reimagines the classic social drink, breaking citrus-based cocktails out of the brunch category once and for all. Each cocktail contains 100% of your daily dose of Vitamin C and is also gluten-free, vegan and has no added sugars; available in three flavors:

• Classic: reimagines Valencia orange juice at its boozy best with a simple formula and a sophisticated flavor that challenges the best mimosa.

• Botanical Citrus: a blend of Valencia orange juice, rosemary and ginger root for an aromatic, zingy taste.

• Spicy Citrus: a blend of Valencia orange juice with jalapeño and thai chile for a kick that will have you thinking you’re sipping straight from the spicy rim of a cocktail glass.

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Matcha from Wilderness Poets features the absolute highest quality ceremonial grade Matcha from Japan. The company also offers Premium Grade Organic Matcha Green Tea made from spring-harvested leaves grown in Shizuoka, Japan. By consuming the whole powdered leaf, rather than steeping and discarding leaves, you get the highest concentration of antioxidants and nutrients available from the tea plant.

For a healthy breakfast cocktail, simply make your matcha latte as usual, then add a shot (1 oz) of rum and simple syrup for a warm and caffeine-filled comfort in a cup.

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For some, when hearing "morning drinks" the first thing that pops into their mind is Fruhschoppen! It's a real German tradition where you drink beer in the morning. The usual go-to beer is a light & fruity hefeweizen wheat beer , Schofferhofer Grapefruit Hefeweizen beer.

It's a refreshing & delicious combo of 50% real German hefeweizen and 50% grapefruit juice. And with a lower 2.5% ABV, Schofferhofer Grapefruit Hefeweizen is the perfect morning libation. Even though we may not be in Bavaria, we think every Mom (or Dad) deserves to take part in a little Fruhschoppen once and a while.

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Garnet Shandy by Julia Momosé

1 Cinnamon stick, whole

0.5 teaspoon Pink Peppercorns, whole

1 teaspoon Green Cardamom, decorticated (separated from the pod)

1 satsuma orange (or any winter citrus)

Cranberry Juice

*can also use other baking spices as desired*

Measure 8 oz cranberry juice and set aside. Lightly crack spices and toast in a dry saucepan over medium heat until aromatic. Pour the cranberry juice over the toasted spices and cook over medium heat until it simmers. Turn heat down to medium low. Slice your winter citrus and add wheels to the pot and simmer for five minutes. Strain and sweeten with honey (or other preferred sweetener). Cool and keep refrigerated.

To mix:

Select your favorite tulip glass or flute. Fill most of the way with Suntory ALL-FREE, and measure 1 oz to 1.5 ounces of spiced cranberry base into the glass. Pour slowly so that it layers for a fun two-tone effect.

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If you really need a cocktail but want to avoid the sugar, try Swoon mixers, naturally sweetened with monk fruit in delicious flavors including Ginger Lime and Cucumber Mint for a refreshing morning drink. Can't decide what flavor to go with? We get it. Grab a variety pack and get the best of all three worlds. Margarita, Moscow Mules, and Mojitos. Oh my.

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If you’d like to kick up your morning mom beverage, Bulletproof offers a variety of coffee products such as the Original and Vanilla Cold Brew Latte packed with MCT oil for sustained energy and One Stripe Chai's Haldi Doodh blend is delicious over ice. Swoon also makes a monk fruit simple syrup to add no-sugar sweetness to your coffee or tea.

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Bring on the Bubbles: Korbel California Champagne 

Established in 1882 in Sonoma County’s Russian River Valley, Korbel Champagne Cellars produces the United States’ most popular méthode champenoise champagne. Korbel currently makes eleven California champagnes and a limited amount of still wine. The 187 ml Prosecco bottles makes for the perfect mimosas.

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Nero d'Avola is a great everyday red, a full-bodied dry wine exuding fruity aromas (berries, cherries, and plum) followed by notes of pepper.

It has a good balance between the alcoholic and the acidic component, with the tannins’ impact that can sometimes be fairly intense. Nero is perfect with pasta for a late brunch or early lunch pairing.

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Nero d'Avola Riserva is among the most popular options when it comes to choosing an important red. Doc Sicilia has introduced this typology in 2015, indicating a minimum of two years for the aging process.

Compared to the Nero d’Avola, the Riserva has a ruby tone that steers toward garnet color, has a more intense flavor of red fruits and has a longer lasting finish. Nero d’Avola Riserva is delicious when having a breakfast with meats and sausages.

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Pairs well with first courses of baked pasta and savory cheeses. For its pleasant structure and intense aromaticity, the Stemmari Hedonis Nero d'Avola pairs ideally with typical Sicilian dishes, Spaghetti alla Norma, with eggplant, and smoked ricotta cheese.

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La Segreta Nero d'Avola takes its name from the woods which surround our Ulmo vineyard. This young fresh wine principally produced from Nero d’Avola grapes, flagship of Sicilian wine, gains its personality and style with the addition of some international grapes. Lovely to unwind with in the morning while overlooking your garden.

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Epicentro Nero d'Avola Riserva is not just a wine, Epicentro is a story. It is the story of a territory - and even more of a land - which has been able to transform a catastrophic and devastating event such as an earthquake into a starting point for cultural, economic and productive growth.

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If you’d like to just ease into a relaxation without going in fully on alcohol, Recess has a line of canned sparkling water CBD beverages with adaptogens for calm and clarity for your ultimate zen morning.

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Sparkling Ice Spiked, the delicious hard seltzer brand, developed the perfect recipe for a breakfast cocktail - the Citron Bloody Mary. 

 The Citron Bloody Mary features classic ingredients like tomato juice and Worcestershire sauce and is combined with Spiked’s Lemonade Refresher, putting a tangy twist on a brunch fan-favorite that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

 Ingredients

4 oz. Sparkling Ice Spiked Lemonade Refresher

4 oz. Tomato Juice

1 oz. Lime Juice

3 dashes Worcestershire sauce

Pinch of Sea Salt

Pinch of Black Pepper

Celery, Bacon and/or Donut for Garnish 

Directions

Combine all liquid ingredients into a large pitcher and stir well. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and pour into a mason jar with ice. Garnish with a skewer of celery, bacon and/or a donut.

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Zolt comes in performance blend mixie sticks that can go with you anywhere, making it easier to be your best self no matter what your day throws at you!

Zolt’s plant-actives are emulsified and atomized so that the molecules become smaller and can more easily pass through cell membranes into your bloodstream, making it easier for your body to quickly and maximally harness its benefits.

Rise + — Get ready to shine! Prepare for the day with Rise+, a perfect blend of hemp, antioxidants, adaptogens, and the natural boost of caffeine and guarana.

Dreamy — Your go to before bed — its CBD and adaptogens will get to work soothing your mind and repairing your body, while its melatonin will help whisk you off to dreamland quickly.

Variety Pack — Try out Zolt’s entire line of products with this peak performance bundle. Seven varieties of full-spectrum hemp and hemp isolate drink mixes made for getting you up in the morning and putting you to bed at night.

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Tia Maria is turning the tables on cocktails (and coffee) by introducing their signature Iced Coffee Frappe; a ready-to-drink libation made from 100% Arabica coffee, cream, and the sweet taste of Tia Maria.

This is the perfect cocktail for that early morning, winding down at home, or when you’ve got a busy day ahead despite having a long night. With 3 simple ingredients and a low ABV of 4%, Tia Maria’s Iced Coffee Frappe will be just what you need for a morning (or anytime, really) pick me up.

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Tia Tonic Cocktail, made with Tia Maria Cold Brew Coffe Liqueur

• 1 Part Tia Maria Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur

• 3 Parts Q Mixers Tonic Water

• Grapefruit or Lemon Garnish

Simply pour in Q Mixers Tonic Water over ice, add Tia Maria Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, and garnish with a twist of grapefruit or lemon peel.

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Matcha-Tini Cocktail, made with Tia Maria Matcha Cream Liqueur

• 40 ml Tia Maria Matcha Cream Liqueur

• 40 ml Vodka

Create your perfect green matcha rim on half of a coupe or martini glass Pour Tia Maria Matcha and vodka into a cocktail shaker. Top up the shaker with ice. Shake the ingredients together. Pour in the contents of the shaker using a strainer and sieve into the glass.

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Dano’s Tequila, founded in Steamboat Springs, Colorado and exclusively made at Hacienda De Reyes, the world’s second-oldest tequila distillery in the world, located in the highlands of Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico. Hacienda De Reyes is female owned and has belonged to the same family since its inception in 1840. Dano’s Tequila is crafted in small batches with zero additives to deliver the highest quality, 100% Blue Agave Tequila possible.

Agave Maria (Dano's Bloody Mary) 

• 2 oz Dano's Reposado 

• 6 oz Tomato Juice 

• Horseradish 

• Black Pepper and Salt 

• Worcestershire 

• Cholula 

• Jalapeno Olive Juice 

• Shake all ingredients and pour over ice into a highball glass  

• Garnish with Celery, pickled okra & Jalapeno stuffed olives 

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Dano’s Tequila also has an award-winning portfolio which includes the traditional Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, and its unique Pineapple & Jalapeño Fresh Fruit infused Tequila, making it the only tequila on the market infused with fresh fruit.

Dano’s Summer Sangria 

• 1 Bottle Rose Wine

• 4 oz Dano’s Pineapple & Jalapeño Fresh Fruit infused Tequila

• 3 oz Triple Sec

• 3 oz Lime Juice

• 8 oz Orange Juice

• Chill wine, then combine all ingredients in a pitcher. Add fresh fruit like strawberries, pineapple, and lime wedges. Include jalapeño slices for extra spice. Serve over ice. Makes 4-6 servings.

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Cocktail Kits 2 Go have everything you need to craft cocktail classics all in one small, home bar, in-case-of-emergency package. For instance, the Champagne Cocktail Kit includes the ingredients to craft a perfect Champagne Cocktail - aromatic bitters, sugar cubes, flute charm, and instructions for making the drink as it has been made since the late 1800s--all tucked into a vintage-styled, travel-sized tin. Just add your favorite sparkling wine.

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La Crema 2020 Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc

Juicy. Crisp. Exotic. Sourced from distinct vineyards spread across some of Sonoma County’s warmer sub-regions, including Knights Valley, Alexander Valley, and Dry Creek Valley. Aromas of apricot, golden kiwi, and mango are followed by flavors of ruby grapefruit, nectarine, and Gala apple. The 2020 vintage presents vibrant acidity and a lingering finish.

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ETTORE 2018 Chardonnay Pure

A deep straw-yellow color with golden reflections. In the nose it presents a fine but penetrating bouquet: notes of white flowers and exotic fruits, accompanied by buttery and vanilla nuances. In the mouth it is elegant with a pleasant, lingering structure that accompanies it toward a soft, yet flavorsome finish. Packs in light fruit, supple, complex flavors, with a range of ripe fig, pear, apricot, melon and citrus, as well as a lively seam of acidity that keeps the flavors bright and lively. Mineral and rich in essence.

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reHarvest Provisions superfood smoothie pop acts as an antioxidant and it is super fiber-rich. As it pertains to the topic at hand, these smoothie pops can be used as a mixer for a smoothie that incorporates *actual* rosé! They’re a blend of cauliflower, raspberries, flax seed, banana, and Moroccan rose water.

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360 KC Barbeque Flavored Vodka makes the most delicious Bloody Mary! Barbeque-flavored vodka is a first in a category that has produced just about every flavor that can be imagined. This product is an incomparable addition to Bloody Mary bars, making it a perfect choice to enjoy over breakfast or brunch.

360 Vodka is the world’s first eco-friendly vodka, crafted to be as good for the planet as it is to drink. American-made and American-owned, this premium vodka is made with locally sourced midwestern corn and is naturally gluten-free. Six-times distilled and six-times filtered, 360 Vodka is smooth, clean, and green.

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Garden of Legacy

Ingredients

40ml The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old

30ml  Pink Grapefruit juice

10ml Sugar syrup

Pinch of sea salt

Top up with soda or tonic and garnish with a pink grapefruit wedge

Method:

Combine all ingredients in a tall glass, and add ice.

Top up with soda or tonic.

Garnish with a pink grapefruit wedge.

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Coopers’ Craft Original is bottled at 82.2 proof for a gentle flavor profile that is well-balanced through the finish. Bourbon aficionados and newcomers alike will appreciate this remarkably smooth and inviting bourbon.

Sunny Belle
Courtesy of Fitz Bailey, Coopers’ Craft Mixologist 

• 2 oz. Coopers’ Craft Bourbon

• 6 oz. Yellow Tomatoes or Yellow Tomato Juice

• 3 Sprigs of Cilantro

• A Squeeze of Lime

• Dash of Soy Sauce

• Salt

• Pepper to Taste

• Dash of your favorite hot sauce

Garnish: Speared Small mozzarella, Celery Stalk

Instructions: Puree cilantro/tomatoes then combine all ingredients into an ice-filled shaker. Vigorously shake, strain into ice-filled glass, top with garnish. 

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Coopers’ Craft Barrel Reserve is born from our one-of-a-kind, chiseled and charred American White Oak barrel. This expression is a bold and complex Kentucky bourbon bottled at 100 proof.

Bloody Belle
Courtesy of Fitz Bailey, Coopers’ Craft Mixologist

• 2 oz Coopers’ Craft Barrel Reserve

• 6 oz Tomato juice, squeeze of lemon

• Dash of Worcestershire

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Dash of your favorite hot sauce

Garnish: Olives, bacon, lemon slice

Instructions: Combine all ingredients into an ice-filled shaker. Vigorously shake and strain into ice-filled glass.

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A garden in a glass. Bottled brunch. Hair of the dog. Whatever your reason for ordering the Seagram’s Classic Bloody Mary, it’s the perfect blend of salty, savory, umami-ish ingredients that will keep you coming back for more.

Seagram’s Classic Bloody Mary

2 oz. Seagram’s 80 Proof Vodka

4 Dashes Worcestershire Sauce

1⁄2 oz. Olive Juice

1⁄4 oz. Balsamic Vinegar

1-2 Dashes Tabasco

1⁄2 oz. Tomato Juice

1⁄2 oz. Lemon Juice

1⁄2 tsp. Horseradish

Black Pepper

Garlic Powder

METHOD: Rim a pint glass or mason jar with salt and fill the glass with ice. Combine all ingredients in the glass over the ice and stir with a cocktail spoon. Garnish with a celery stalk, skewered cocktail olives & onions, lime and lemon rounds.

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Tanteo Tequila BBQ Bloody Maria

2 Oz. Tanteo Chipotle Tequila

3 Oz. Bloody mary Mix

1 Oz. Fresh Pineapple Juice

1/2 Oz. Agave Nectar (or simple syrup)

Directions: Combine ingredients in an ice-filled Collins Glass. Stir to mix flavors. Garnish with a ridiculous garnish, the bigger, the better.

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Livener Spritz

2 fl oz Three Spirit Livener
1 fl oz pink grapefruit juice
Top with kombucha or lemonade

Directions: Add all ingredients to a large ice-filled wine glass and top with soda. Stir briefly and garnish with a grapefruit slice. Serve immediately.

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Cutwater Mild Bloody Mary 

This veggie-forward cocktail features ripe tomatoes and exotic spices for a classic Bloody Mary that is dangerously drinkable.

Cutwater Spicy Bloody Mary 

Cutwater has combined their signature Cutwater Vodka with their award- winning Bloody Mary mix to make a spicy cocktail that is dangerously drinkable.

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Skinny Mixes Sugar Free Vanilla Syrup

This top-selling, classic flavor is the perfect way to make your favorite beverages taste indulgent, but without unwanted calories. Add guilt-free flavor to coffees, lattes, tea, protein shakes, smoothies, baking, oatmeal, yogurt, overnight oats, or just about anything.

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Fresh Victor cold-pressed premium juices in seven classic and creative blends like Mexican Lime & Agave, Pineapple & Ginger Root and Three Citrus & Mint Leaf are perfect for making craft cocktails and mocktails at home.

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Hunni Soju brings the heart of K.Town to you in truly elevated form. Hunni Soju begins with a better soju, one that’s artfully distilled from organic wheat and blended with rice grown in Northern California. The result is a cleaner, higher quality soju that won’t weigh you down. Hunni Soju uses real fruit juice, fruit purees, and natural flavors to make you stay refreshed and hydrated all morning and long.

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Every botanical in a bottle of Wilfred’s Non-Alcoholic Aperitif has been distilled or extracted to reveal an exceptionally complex flavor and mouth-feel for a unique drinking experience. Wilfred’s is free from alcohol, allergens, artificial flavors, sweeteners and colors, vegan-friendly, and a naturally lower calorie aperitif. Judges at the 2020 Great Taste Awards who gave Wilfred’s a one-star rating said it has “a very pleasant orange richness, which is both bitter and sweet, but rosemary remains a very slight top note.”

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The Perfect Purée of Napa Valley line-up of more than 30 premium fruit purées, specialties and blends range from pantry staples raspberry, strawberry and banana to the tropical lychee, passion fruit and pink guava. New flavors include Red Jalapeño Puree and Peach Ginger.

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Washington, DC’s Don Ciccio & Figli’s Perla Cocktails are available in a variety pack of ten refreshing cocktails in a convenient cardboard carrying base including: Ambrosia Spritz; Negroni Bianco; Negroni Classico; Cherry Manhattan; and Walnut Old Fashioned. Perfect for an easy cocktail on a busy morning.

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Spirited Hive, is a new line of ready-to-drink craft cocktails made with quality spirits, all-natural ingredients and organic honey, perfect for a sweet morning kick. The Spirited Hive’s six-times distilled corn vodka comes from St. Louis, Missouri, and follows the same distilling process as Tito’s Handmade Vodka to deliver the smooth taste that everyone loves.

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Our Favorite Open Houses This Weekend

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West Village

WHERE: 299 West 12th Street #3K

COST: $2,250,000

WHEN: Sat, Mar 5 (10:30 AM - 12:30 PM, by appt only)

Description: This most desirable layout features an expansive sunken living room with a decorative fireplace, and beautiful hardwood oak floors and high beamed ceilings throughout.

The spacious eat-in windowed kitchen has been updated with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and sleek cabinetry.

The extra-large king-sized bedroom features double exposures and a large walk-in closet.

The windowed bathroom has been elegantly renovated with marble and Kohler fixtures.

The defined entry foyer, and three huge closets (including two walk-ins) add to the extremely gracious and pleasant layout.

Bedroom : 1

Bathroom: 1

West Village

WHERE: 8 Bethune Street #7

COST: $890,000

WHEN: Sun, Mar 6 (1:30 PM - 3:30 PM)

Description: This 2-flight walk-up loft packs a big punch with dramatic details from the moment you step foot inside. You’ll notice high 9.5-foot ceilings, white hardwood floors, exposed white brick walls, a decorative fireplace, and five windows with south and east exposures and treetop views. All these elements combine to create a warm, inviting, and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

The spacious living/dining room spans 23-feet and can comfortably accommodate a full-size dining table with room to spare, while two large windows with sunny south and east exposures provide plenty of natural light throughout. A bedroom features a large walk-in closet, and large window with shutter blinds.

The windowed eat-in kitchen offers plenty of space to cook and features a 4-burner Bertazzoni gas stove, stainless steel refrigerator, Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, marble floors, and custom ceramic tiled counters with plenty of cabinet space for all your cooking needs.

Bedroom : 1

Bathroom: 1

Greenwich Village

WHERE: 50 West 9th Street PARLOR-A

COST: $1,995,000

WHEN: Sun, Mar 6 (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM)

Description: A welcoming foyer adorned with a spacious coat closet flows through an almost 10ft high entrance way into a 35-ft long open-concept living room, dining room, and kitchen. The extensive upgrades in this space include 5" white oak flooring, brand new windows, restoration of the original landmark windows, stunning Venetian plaster walls and sound insulation. Two wood-burning fireplaces accented by ceppio de grey hearths punctuate the space. The chefs kitchen is an entertainers dream. Equipped with sleek leathered stone countertops and backsplashes, a cold-water filter, Subzero fridge/freezer, Wolf range, Frankie sink faucet, wine fridge and brand new copper piping and gas line.

The bedroom is large enough for a California king and features lovely built-in closets and eastern light. Another size-able storage closet sits at the end of the hall. The windowed full bathroom is adorned with stunning stone slab floors and walls. Thoughtfully designed there is a recessed 6ft medicine cabinet, a lighted makeup mirror, an energy-efficient toilet, and a luxurious walk-in rain shower complete with 8ft sliding glass door.

Additional features of this one of a kind home include just under 10ft doors throughout, beautiful custom floor to ceiling linen curtains, brand new wiring through out, split-system AC, a Miele washer/dryer and custom closets.

Bedroom: 1

Bathroom: 1

Your Look At NOVO Long Island City's Newest Condominium

Developer Park Construction Corp. and exclusive sales and marketing agent, the Gavrilov Grosso Team at The Corcoran Group, are pleased to announce the launch of sales at NOVO LIC, a brand-new 7-story, 33-unit luxury condominium building at 37-28 30th Street in thriving Long Island City, Queens.  Located in the historic neighborhood of Dutch Kills, right on the Astoria border, NOVO LIC offers residents easy access to all these popular communities have to offer.

Created by Costa Architecture and Engineering, NOVO LIC’s design is a blend of old New York coupled with an ultra-modern aesthetic.  Its classic brick façade is punctuated with metal cladding – and is lined with oversized casement windows and private balconies.  Inspired by the area’s rich history of manufacturing, the building has a loft-like, industrial feel. 

(Photos courtesy of “Gavrilov Grosso Team at The Corcoran Group).

Available in a variety of one- and two-bedroom floorplans, apartment interiors at NOVO LIC have been thoughtfully designed. Each comes complete with high ceilings, recessed lighting, wide-plank European oak floors, and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows. Generous closet space, state-of-the-art heating and cooling systems, and in-unit washer/dryers are other key features that provide the ultimate in convenience. In addition, west-facing units boast iconic Manhattan skyline views and most apartments include coveted private balconies or terraces.

Residence kitchens are outfitted with custom European cabinetry, quartz waterfall countertops, and Grohe fixtures.  A premium suite of stainless steel appliances by Bosch, and a Bertazzoni refrigerator are also included in each home.  Bathrooms are clad in white Italian dolomite porcelain tile, while custom vanities and soothing soaking tubs with rain showerheads provides a spa-like experience.

Building amenities include a state-of-the-art virtual doorman system, underground parking, an indoor recreation and fitness facility, plus a package room, bike storage, and complimentary private storage for every apartment.

“The name NOVO was chosen for the building because it means ‘new’ in Latin. It fits because Dutch Kills is currently undergoing a dramatic rebirth with extensive residential and commercial development,” reports Aleksey Gavrilov of the Gavrilov Grosso Team. “With close proximity to neighboring areas like Astoria and Hunters Point - and just minutes from Midtown – the appeal is convenience. Residents can also experience excellent local restaurants, shops, art, and culture.”

Pricing at NOVO LIC starts at $619,875 for one-bedroom residence and reaches $1,229,678 for the most-spectacular two-bedroom penthouse, complete with oversized terrace. For more information on this exciting new addition to the Dutch Kills community, please visit novolic.com.

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SOBE Wine & Food Festival Celebrity Weekend

Annabella Pardo

The most delicious and famous culinary events of the year were back and bigger than ever this past weekend.

Festival’s famous Burger Bash®

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The Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF®) is a national, star-studded, four-day destination event showcasing the talents of the world’s most renowned wine and spirits producers, chefs and culinary personalities.

Celebrating 21 years and counting , the 4 day festival showcased the worldwide culinary talents and finest beverage producers spread across 70+ events catered to all. Check out below all the grand celebs that supported the exquisite events and our on site coverage though @offthemrkt_ .

Neil Patrick Harris, Lee Brian Schrager, & David Burtka

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Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo for Calirosa Tequila

Photo via @behatiprinsloo

Guy Fieri

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Jose Andres

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Mike MacIntyre, Kalen Allen, Melba Wilson, & Jeff Mauro

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Kate Hudson

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Rosanna Scotto & Eva Longoria

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Aaron Paul

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Dwyane Wade

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Pharoah & Pharrell Williams

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Aaron Paul

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Lorena Garcia & Guy Fieri

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Eva Longoria & Lorena Garcia

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Rev Run and Guy Fieri

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Jeff Mauro, Marcus Samuelsson, Robert Irvine

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Andrew Zimmern & David Shim

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Annabella & Erbay, Off The MRKT Correspondents

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You Have To Take A Look Inside This $42 Million Upper West Side Penthouse

555 West End Avenue has just unveiled an incredible $42 million listing that combines its two penthouses into one jaw-dropping post-Covid dream home, in the upper west side. This crown jewel is the most expensive new development listing on the Upper West Side north of 72nd Street. Alexa Lambert of Compass and Cathy Taub of Sotheby's share the co-exclusive listing. The development is complete and immediate occupancy is available. 

Photo credit: Hayes Davidson

On the heels of a record-shattering month for NYC’s luxury condo market, 555 West End Ave is taking advantage of the insane demand in the market for bigger homes with outdoor space and listing an unbelievable home that has everything New Yorkers want to trade up for right now. The new penthouse combines the Solarium Penthouse, an absolutely spectacular living space with amazing soaring ceilings borne from the former school's rooftop gymnasium, and the Terrace Penthouse, a new addition on top of the landmarked building that created yet another unique living space with a sprawling modern living/dining room enveloped in a classic parapet.

The new listing has private elevator entry, a home office, private pet spa and over 8,400 square feet of living space across two private full floors. All six bedrooms are on the lower floor so the upper floor can be used for entertaining without anyone from outside the home having to cross through the living areas. There's even 3,100 square feet of private outdoor space, including a sprawling wraparound terrace and private full-floor roof terrace, and the home is one of only 13 in the building.

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Our Favorite Open Houses This Weekend

Looking for a new place to live or just curious about what's on the market? Check out our favorite homes you should make an appointment for this weekend. 

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Upper East Side

WHERE: 45 East 80th Street 8A

COST: $3,500,000

WHEN: 11 am - 1 pm, Saturday & Sunday by appointment only

Description: This gorgeous 1,660 square foot mint condo is located in the heart of the Upper East Side one block from Central Park. The apartment features a large open living and dining area with wide-plank wood floors and exceptional light from an expansive exposure to the West that runs the entire width of the apartment. There are also open exposures to the East in the bedroom wing. The living space has a custom wall of walnut and dark gray satin finish to house a TV making the room perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The Poggenpohl custom kitchen with top of the line appliances is open to the generous living and dining area.

There is a powder room discreetly located off the entrance foyer and down the wide hall, the bedroom wing feels very private. The primary bedroom is incredibly gracious with a large walk-in closet and newly renovated en-suite bathroom. To create consistency through-out the home the same beautiful dark satin wood was used and features Gregory Kay sconces, a luxurious rain shower, separate commode, and a custom vanity with double sinks and Calcutta marble. Hidden medicine cabinets on either side that are 8" deep and electrified to keep the countertop from clutter. There is even a hidden hamper and a tall walnut cabinet designed to store an ironing board also with electricity to plug in a dust buster. The second bedroom has two closets and en-suite marble bathroom also with rain shower. The room is currently complete with ultra-sleek custom murphy bunkbeds, book shelves and sleep sofa. This room could also function well as a secondary bedroom, library or office. There is a washer/dryer and plenty of storage space designed to maintain an esthetically chic home.

45 East 80th Street is a full service, white glove condominium built in 1987 and located on the Northeast corner of East 80th Street and Madison Avenue. E.A.T. Sant Ambroeus, The Mark Restaurant By Jean-Georges, Bemelmans Bar and Dowlings at the Carlyle as well as Museum Mile and great shopping are all close by.

Bedroom : 2

Bathroom: 3

Upper East Side

WHERE: 32 Gramercy Park South, Apartment #16BD

COST: $3,500,000

WHEN: Sunday, February 27, 2022, 1:00 - 3:00; Monday, February 28, 2022, 4:30 - 6:30; Sunday, March 6, 2022, 3:00 - 4:30

Description: This beautiful, magazine-worthy two-bedroom home exudes grace and elegance! Dangling high-in-the-sky, the home of 16BD, a winning combination of two apartments - spacious, sun-filled, and fully renovated with no expenses spared - offers an expansive layout with two winged bedrooms, two marble baths, magnificent skyline views overlooking Gramercy Park - plus a Key to The Park!

The impressive and inviting living space combines the living room, dining, and open kitchen. The chef's kitchen offers top-of-the-line appliances, custom built-ins for spices, plenty of storage, dishwasher, wine refrigerator, plus washer/dryer. The dining area features a built-in banquette and there is a custom sitting area along the wall of windows looking west. A gel-fueled fireplace completes the room as it sets the stage for many cozy, warm nights.

The expansive primary bedroom is just shy of 23 feet wide, and enjoys a gel-fueled fireplace as well, plus plenty of room for a sitting area and ample closets. The windowed en suite bath boasts double sinks and heated floors. The second bedroom is serene and spacious, offering privacy. This home is curated with lots of clever and meticulous details, such as remote operated curtains and shades, a Sonos system and let's not forget the "Snap, Crackle, Pop" of the TWO gel-fueled fireplaces!

Asking $3,250,000. Listed by Louise Phillips Forbes, Brown Harris Stevens.

Bedroom : 2

Bathroom: 2.5

Little Italy

WHERE: 136 Baxter, PHB

COST: $6,750,000

WHEN: 2/27 11am-1pm by appointment

Description: Discreetly tucked away at the intersection of Soho, Nolita, and Chinatown, 136 Baxter Penthouse B is a duplex three-bedroom, three-bathroom residence with an expansive landscaped terrace, the ultimate in downtown living. With southern and eastern exposures, plus floor-to-ceiling windows, the residence offers a private living experience that is nonetheless open and light. Sophisticated and under the radar, 136 Baxter Penthouse B is a hidden gem for a discerning purchaser, mixing modern with classic in a desirable and boutique setting.

Occupying the top two floors of the Machinery Exchange condominium, Penthouse B has entrances on both the 6th and 7th floors. Each floor has its own character. The bedrooms are on the 6th floor, which is loft-like and filled with pre-war detail, while the public living spaces are on the 7th floor, a modern glass crown to this historic building. The 7th floor welcomes you to the great room, with an open kitchen, living room, and dining area, accented by a wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen is stocked with premium appliances and finishes by Miele, Sub-Zero, and Valcucine.

At over 1600 square feet and oriented for utmost privacy, the oversized terrace envelops the top floor. The outdoor kitchen is top-of-the-line, with a Kalamazoo grill and fridge for easy al fresco dining. On the south and west side of the terrace are two more sitting and lounge areas, showcasing the viewscape of downtown Manhattan. An integrated irrigation system maintains the landscaped terrace.

On the 6th floor, down the brushed steel staircase under the dramatic glass enclosure, are three bedrooms, each with an en suite bath, and all big enough for king beds. Lined with south- and east-facing steel frame windows, the lower floor has 10-foot timber-beamed ceilings, oak floors, cast iron columns, and white-washed exposed brick. The space is an art collector's paradise, with ample wall space for any collection.

The primary suite has two walk-in closets, a double vanity, stall shower, and a custom limestone and hand-cut glass tile bathtub. The secondary suite has a five-fixture bathroom and a walk-in closet. The third bedroom, which can double as an office or study, has two closets and an en-suite bathroom. Adjacent is the midnight kitchen, with fridge and wet bar; and the laundry room, with side-by-side washer/dryer. The residence features multi-zoned central air.

Bedroom : 3

Bathroom: 3

Park Slope

WHERE: The Deermar, 262 9th Street Residence 1103

COST: $11,500 per month

WHEN: Saturday February 26 and Sunday February 27, by appointment only

Description: Introducing Penthouse 03 an elegant 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home perched atop The Deermar, a captivating luxury rental building that harmonizes the dynamism of Park Slope with the viridescent charm of Prospect Park. Natural light pours in through floor-to-ceiling windows, spilling over beautiful hardwood floors and accentuating warm tones, high-end finishes, and subtle details. Private outdoor space offers enticing possibilities for outdoor lounging and urban gardening.

After entering through a keyless Latch entry door, residents are greeted by an airy open-concept living room, dining room, and kitchen saturated with natural light. The kitchen is attractive and functional, equipped with custom Italian lacquer cabinets, LED under-cabinet lighting, a stainless steel sink, bold Taj Mahal quartzite countertops and backsplash, and high-end integrated appliances.

The primary bedroom boasts ample closet space and a pristine en-suite bathroom with honed Dolomiti marble walls and floors, a custom oak vanity, an oversized mirror, and a deep soaking tub. The second bedroom has a reach-in closet and easy access to a marble-clad second bathroom.

The Deermar offers a desirable Park Slope address and a collection of dazzling amenities. Residents enjoy a lush garden oasis, a striking library and billiards room, a fully equipped gym and yoga studio, a convenient co-working area with soundproof phone booths, a conference room, a kitchenette, and a coffee bar, and an expansive rooftop terrace with stunning city views, a dog rub, and a BBQ kitchen. Residents also enjoy private storage, a bicycle room, and an Amazon Hub and package room. A part-time attended lobby is supplemented by a virtual system. The Deermar is moments from a variety of restaurants, cafes, and shops, and it is five blocks from the open fields and verdant walking paths of Prospect Park. The F/G/R subway lines are across the street providing access to nearly every subway line in NYC.

Bedroom : 2

Bathroom: 2

East Williamsburg

WHERE: 850 Metropolitan Avenue, Residence 4D

COST: 1,900,000

WHEN: February 27, 2022 from 2-3pm, By Appointment Only

Description: An entertainers dream, this spectacular top-floor 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom residence has an impressive 1720 square foot private (duplex) roof terrace with incredible city views! This one of a kind home is located on the penthouse level of the building, aka the 4th floor.

Light pours in through the floor to ceiling windows of this South and West facing split two bedroom. This home has state of the art finishes. The open kitchen, which is adorned in custom Italian cabinets and marble counter tops. Featuring integrated Sub Zero refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher, Wolf range and Best hood. The bathrooms are complete with heated floors, a Maax signature bathtub, Moen fixtures, Toto toilet, and custom subway tiles . There are 5 inch white oak floors, central air, and Blomberg washer dryer in the apartment.

The Milk Factory’s emphasis on community and intelligent design extends to its public spaces. Here, highly coveted green space is a large part of the equation and the boutique development possesses several exterior community spaces that set it apart from other New York developments.

A sunken interior courtyard gives all residents access to an enchanting community garden that features floral mural by a local artist. Overlooking the center courtyard, accessible from the building’s second floor, is a covered community terrace. The building also features another expansive communal terrace at the front, nestled underneath the cantilevered addition an open-air oasis that remains protected from the elements. Taken together, these interconnected spaces foster a spatial relationship between the various elements of the building, whilst ensuring a bountiful flow of light and air throughout.

Other building amenities include a windowed gym, bike storage, virtual doorman system, and a double high lobby lounge complete with gas fireplace and textured concrete walls.

850 Metropolitan Avenues Milk Factory condominiums, the former Borden milk distribution plant, now a stunning, converted loft building offering 32 residences in trendy East Williamsburg. The 40,000 square foot, four-story building is just east of Bushwick Avenue and conveniently only two blocks away from the Graham Avenue L train station. Envisioned and executed by ROART, architecture and design firm, they created a development that preserves the buildings elegant proportions while making an audacious architectural statement.

Previously an industrial area, East Williamsburg is a thriving creative quarter with tons of street art, historic buildings, tech enterprises, hot restaurants, and trendy new shops. By contrast to its rowdier, more developed neighbor Central Williamsburg, East Williamsburg still marches to its own beat, resisting relentless development while retaining its historic, community-minded character. Its strong spirit attracts individuals who appreciate the areas cosmopolitan spoils and proximity to downtown Manhattan but also require the all-important element of urban refuge.

Listed by Jennifer Carey of Real New York

Bedroom : 2

Bathroom: 2

New Residential Developments with The Best Views of The City

New York City is never short on breath-taking views, but what if you could see those views from the windows of your bed or living room? Below please find a selection of the best new residential developments with views that are second to none that New Yorkers are lucky enough, or will soon to be lucky enough, to enjoy from their own home.

200 East 59th Street, Penthouse 34

A birds-eye view of Central Park, grand spiral staircase and seamless indoor-outdoor experience are the elements that developers Centurion Real Estate Partners and Keppel Capital cooked up for their most exciting new penthouse listing at 200 East 59th Street, the sister building to 432 Park Avenue, one of the tallest (and most successful) residential towers in the Western Hemisphere. The penthouse residence shines for its soaring 14-foot ceilings, incredible floor-to-ceiling windows and massive covered roof deck that places residents high above the intersection of the vibrant Upper East Side and Midtown East neighborhoods. The grand spaces are made all the more unique by its column-free interiors, an engineering feat accomplished by architecture firm CetraRuddy by pushing the interior support structures out to the exterior. The columns now proudly epitomize the building’s architecture and give it its iconic Manhattan-meets-Miami look. The penthouse also offers an incredible outdoor dining room experience that is rare to find in NYC. The listing, which is priced at $17.96 million.

(Courtesy 200 East 59th Street)

200 Amsterdam

200 Amsterdam is the tallest residential building on the Upper West Side, luxury condominium 200 Amsterdam is located just a short walk away from the iconic and leading performing arts venue Lincoln Center. This stunning condominium architecture done by Elkus Manfredi Firm boasts 112 units- from 1 bedroom to full floor penthouses. The east step-design facade allows for Central Park facing views, while apartments facing west can happily view the Hudson River.

212 West 72nd Street, Penthouses North and South

This iconic Upper West Side building has smashed all expectations for indoor-outdoor living with a pair of two new pricey penthouses that feature their very own private rooftops, complete with landscaping, hot tubs, theaters, lounges and yes, even pizza ovens to perfect the ultimate New York slice. The listings, Penthouses North and South, are priced at $19.15 million and $13.5 million respectively, and deliver an experiential lifestyle that buyers will be hard pressed to find elsewhere in the city. The rooftops can be enjoyed year round, first off, thanks to hot tubs that overlook Central Park. Residents can also cozy up for a movie night on the roof, or host guests for a summer soiree. The interiors were designed by the award-winning New York firm CetraRuddy and showcase the incredible curvature of the building’s architecture, which wraps the corner of 72nd Street and Broadway.

(Credit Recent Spaces)

Front & York, Penthouse 20C

Designed inside and out by celebrated architect Morris Adjmi, Front & York is introducing the first opportunity to live in a full-service, luxury urban oasis in DUMBO. Penthouse 20C is a light-filled three-bed, three-bath home offering immense floor-to-ceiling divided light windows that frame expansive views of the Brooklyn skyline. An exclusive nearly 850-square-foot private terrace with a gas grill lends itself to extraordinary indoor-outdoor entertaining. Residence PH20C is currently on the market for $4.51 million.

(Credit: Williams New York)

Astoria West

Astoria West was developed by Cape Advisors in partnership with Pioneer Group and designed by Fogarty Finger Architects. The 534-unit residence has over 40,000 square feet of amenity space and 360 views of the Manhattan skyline. Amenities include a landscaped private inner courtyard, on-site parking garage, indoor and outdoor co-working lounges, private resident pool club, lounge area, waterfront deck with barbeques, a fitness center, and a game room.

Olympia Dumbo

Olympia Dumbo is the tallest residential development building in the Dumbo neighborhood and brings the sunset skyline all the way home. The shifts and curves in Hill West’s tower geometry make for unique views at every level, with wraparound views from living rooms and great rooms and full-width terraces facing the waterfront and the best views DUMBO has to offer. The 33-story condominium tower features sail-like architecture by Hill West and has 76 residences, ranging from one to five bedrooms with private terraces, plus penthouses. The project has 38,000 square feet of amenities spread over three floors, including an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, an outdoor tennis court, gym, sauna and steam room, spin studio, and more.

Brooklyn Tower

The Brooklyn Tower is 93 stories and 1,066 feet tall and features approximately 550 residences—150 residences for purchase and 400 residences for lease. The residences for purchase start at an elevation over 500 feet, where most penthouses cap nearby new development projects, and offer sweeping views through floor-to-ceiling windows of the Manhattan skyline, the East River, the Statue of Liberty and New York Harbor, Prospect Park, and all of Brooklyn. The project also includes over 100,000 square feet of amenities, including state-of-the-art health and fitness spaces offering diverse programming, and unprecedented, elevated outdoor loggias for skyline lounging and recreation.

Selene

Located off Park Avenue in the heart of Midtown East, Selene is the latest New York City landmark from Foster + Partners. Soaring 63 stories into the sky, the building features a collection of 94 bespoke quality residences ranging from perfect pied-à-terre one-bedrooms to sprawling full-floor tower homes. Starting from $1.875M, Selene's luminous residences feature elegantly undulating glass walls, high quality finishes unmatched by any other luxury tower, and iconic day-to-night vistas. With no more than two homes on a floor, Selene's full-floor tower residences offer multiple exposures, each revealing breathtaking day-to-night views of New York’s most celebrated landmarks, including the Chrysler Building and Central Park. With sweeping 360-views of the city, there are few landmarks one can't see from Selene's tower homes.

(Credit: Williams New York)

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What Should Be a Deal Breaker When You're Buying a House?

When buying a new home, it is essential to look out for those things that may seriously impact its value. These problems can often be relatively small but could also be very large and may affect home quality and safety. If you notice any of the following five issues when buying a house, it is probably best to just walk away.

No Garage or Poor Vehicle Storage

Most homes should have garages, and those that don't are typically worth a lot less than those that do. That's because garages help provide a high level of vehicle protection and extra storage for a house. After all, a vehicle in the US spends about 95% of its time parked and out of action.

When evaluating potential deal-breakers in the home-buying process, it's crucial to consider practical aspects like propane usage. For a comprehensive understanding, read about propane tank sizes and their common uses in 2023. This knowledge will aid you in making informed decisions for your home.

Do you want your car sitting out in the rain and snow or getting contaminated with bird feces? Nobody does, so make sure that you find a house with a garage. If there isn't even a simple carport to park the vehicle, it is probably best to just walk away or hold out for a lower price.

Weak Utilities

Inspect the home's utilities to ensure that things like the natural gas piping are safe. For example, you need to ensure that the psi is under 0.25 in your house. This level is standard in homes because reducers help take it from its 1,500 psi level in transmission lines to a safer level.

If your gas is at a lower or higher level, something wrong may need repairs. The same is true of water lines, electrical wiring, and HVAC needs. If you spot anything that will cost thousands of dollars to repair, either demand a lower price or skip out on this purchase.

Damaged Foundations

A house's foundation is critical for its overall structural health. Without a strong foundation, your walls may crack, your window and doors may refuse to close, and you may end up with a heavily damaged house that you won't be safe moving into or trying to sell later.

Foundation repair is expensive and time-consuming, which is why so many sellers try to ignore it or just pass over it in inspections. Instead, if you notice any foundation troubles with a house, demand that the seller fix it, cut the price for the value of the foundation damage, or just buy another house.

Serious Pest Damage

Go through the house with an inspector and look for signs of common pest damage, such as mice or ant holes and even termite-related damage. This process is essential because the previous seller may mention these pests but not discuss their damage to a house and leave you stuck.

Termites are particularly an issue because they can affect a house's foundation and cause other types of long-term damage that may affect your property value and safety. Talk to the inspector about these issues and learn more about how to manage them for yourself properly.

Pollution in the Property

Lastly, it is best to avoid buying a house if there's any pollution on the property. Pollution can include things like leaky gas tanks and other expensive problems to repair and which can be dangerous to your house. You might find yourself suddenly discovering this pollution after the previous owner didn't tell you about it.

That act is naturally illegal, and you have an outstanding lawsuit if the seller does take that approach. However, it is still frustrating to have to go to court to get compensated and pay for repairs and pollution removal. All that time and energy is usually just not worth it when buying a house.

As you can see, several things may make a new house just not worth buying. There wasn't enough room to include everything here, but these are the main concerns you're most likely to experience. Talk to your real estate agent about each of these concerns.

Real New York Launches Sales At 66 Reade

After many years of meticulous restoration and conversion to condominium residences, the landmarked Tribeca property, 66 Reade, has officially launched sales. Originally designed by Samuel A. Warner and completed in the mid-1800’s, the boutique property is housed within a marble façade appointed with segmentally-arched rectangular windows, a significant architectural feature harkening back to the era in which it was designed.

All photo credit: Pavel Bendov

66 Reade now offers six full-floor, four-bedroom residences, each with direct elevator access and two entrances. Pricing starts at $7.36 million and sales and marketing is lead by REAL New York, the NYC-based real estate brokerage lauded for having previously completing the highest priced condominium sale in Manhattan south of 23rd Street.

“Truly designed for a luxurious modern lifestyle, the homes at 66 Reade Street are a step above the rest currently available in today’s marketplace,” said Louis Adler, principal and co-founder of REAL New York. “The demand for new development in Tribeca is unprecedented and what these homes offer is undeniably unique, particularly within a boutique residential property.”

Originally built in the 1870s, 66 Reade Street boasts a historic stone facade with iconic cast-iron columns and an upgraded ground floor storefront. Every resident will have fob-controlled elevator access directly into their home from the building lobby. The property features a remote doorman system allowing owners to grant access to visitors, create digital keys and manage packages. The building’s cellar includes a well-appointed 561-square-foot gym that is accessible by elevator from each condominium and provides the latest strength and conditioning equipment including a Peloton Bike, Tread and a Tonal digital workout system. There is also private storage for each residence on this level.

Set in Tribeca, 66 Reade Street is located near a wide variety of dining, arts, and recreation options. One block to the east of the residence is City Hall Park with its seasonal farmers market, and just a few blocks to the west is Pier 25 with its volleyball courts, playgrounds, mini-golf and stunning Hudson River views. The building is just minutes away from nine subway lines, making transportation to any part of New York City convenient.

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Cozy up in these warm, wood-paneled spaces

While the winter winds howl outside and temperatures continue to drop, many New Yorkers are seeking refuge indoors and at home. With that in mind, why not take a look at some of New York City's towers that feature the most warm and inviting amenity spaces? Enter beautiful wood-paneled rooms. Warm and inviting, there's something about luxuriously wood-paneled rooms that instantly make one feel cozy and comfortable. Sleek and sumptuous in its finish, wood paneling is also a stunning design statement. With all of the cachet of a cozy cabin, these exceptional buildings also include expansive space for indoor weather activities whether it be a glass of wine by the fire or a card game. Check out some of the most luxurious examples below:

150 East 78th Street

Designed by the award-winning Robert A.M. Stern Architects, 150 East 78th Street represents the newest boutique building that redefines classical architecture on Manhattan's Upper East Side. Ranging from three-to-five-bedroom homes, the building features interiors and curated amenity spaces designed by AD100 interior designer Robert Couturier, including the beautiful walnut-paneled residents' Parlor, complete with a custom billiards table and en suite catering kitchen for private gatherings. Both practical and accommodating for a range of activities, and illuminated by floor-to-ceiling arched windows, the space also features furnishings selected by Couturier, including upholstered seating and a dining table perfect for cozy, cold weather activities like a card game, or a glass of wine.

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Vandewater

Designed inside and out by the celebrated INC Architecture & Design, Vandewater is a fresh representation of the local classical neo-gothic architecture of Morningside Heights. Located in one of New York City's most vibrant and intellectually lively neighborhoods, the 33-story tower offers residences ranging from studios to four bedrooms. In addition to its stunning residences, the building boasts 24,000 square feet of programmed indoor and outdoor space, including a stained whie oak paneled Salon inspired by the connection to the academic and literary legacies of the surrounding neighborhood of Morningside Heights. The intimate and sophisticated room offers a cozy and quiet space for reading, crossword puzzles, or board games during the colder, winter months.

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Waterline Square

Spanning 100,000 square feet, Waterline Square's extraordinary shared amenity center, the Waterline Club, is one of the largest and most comprehensive in New York City. Combining unprecedented amenities with spectacular design, the Waterline Club boasts every sports, fitness, creative and leisure amenity one could want. The dedicated card parlor sports sleek wood paneling, making it the perfect sumptuous place to hang out with friends or host poker night this winter.

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200 East 83rd

200 East 83rd, the new Upper East Side residential tower by Robert A.M. Stern Architects with interiors by Rottet Studio, features multiple amenities spaces with wood paneling. Overlooking the 17th-floor pool room and Winter Garden, the light-filled state-of-the-art fitness center and yoga studio feel fresh and timeless with custom white oak millwork panels lining the walls. 200 East 83rd's custom millwork library on the ground floor offers direct access to a serene landscaped garden and features beautiful custom white oak shelving wrapped in leather panels, creating a warm and inviting environment for residents to sit by the bespoke fireplace and unwind with a good book. In the private cinema, a striking wood-paneled ceiling draws the eye upward while providing a moody and sophisticated ambiance. 

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505 W 43

At 505 W 43 – the new Midtown luxury condo featuring architecture by ODA and interiors by Andres Escobar & Associates – raw, natural materials are fused with sumptuous textures. Wood accents can be found throughout the amenity interiors, including the pool room, which showcases a gorgeous wood-paneled feature wall that compliments the flooring around the lap pool and extends seamlessly outdoors into the 6,000-square-foot open-air courtyard garden. Wood paneling can also be seen on the ceiling of the fitness center and exposed beams grace common areas like the lobby lounge and bike storage corridor, juxtaposing the polished concrete and floor-to-ceiling windows.
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3 Things Everyone Should Know Before Buying a NYC Timeshare

A timeshare is a major investment and one you need to think about carefully. While it will guarantee you holiday time in a prime location of your choice, it will have an impact on the way you file your taxes. Read on to see a few of the things you need to know before you purchase a New York City timeshare.

Consider Special Assessment Fees

The very first thing you need to do is to find out any additional fees you may have to pay. The homeowners association to which your timeshare belongs will be the best place to find out these details. Apart from regular maintenance fees, you may also end up having to pay special assessment fees, which are charged if your resort home has expenses that are out of the ordinary. These include major renovations or damage from extreme weather events, and they might leave you with higher expenses than you had planned for. These expenses, like maintenance fees, are rarely tax-deductible. With the average price of a new timeshare standing at $20,040, it's important to have a good idea of how much your expenses will add up to so you can stay prepared.

Property Taxes on Timeshares

The property taxes for your timeshare will depend on the state where your timeshare is located, in this case, New York City. The property tax payable for your timeshare will be similar to the tax you need to pay for your primary home. Each timeshare management company functions a bit differently, and so some bundle the property taxes in with your maintenance fees while others bill them separately.

If you make improvements on the timeshare resort, this will raise its value, which will consequently increase the taxes you have to pay for it. You can get exempted from this if your timeshare contract has a guaranteed fee, which is not included in all timeshare contracts. If you fill out forms online, you may be required to have a Personal Identification Number or a PIN. This is a five-digit number that can act as a digital signature while you're filing tax forms online.

Know Exactly What You're Buying

In order to gain a competitive edge over other timeshare sellers, some companies will often offer incentives and perks to inspire you to buy from them. It's important to look beyond these perks to make sure you're getting the best deal you possibly can, and you're not paying more than you need. Most timeshares on sale will also come with a deed for the property, which you can hold in perpetuity as long as you pay the maintenance fees associated with it.

Find out if the timeshare you want to buy offers one of these, as they can enable you to rent your timeshare out, sell it, or exchange it for another property. Knowing these details will make it possible for you to plan your estate. There are three parts of an estate plan, they are a last will and testament, general power of attorney, and health care power of attorney.

Knowing these details will enable you to make the right decision for your timeshare. Make sure to read the contract thoroughly, seeking clarification about anything that's unclear to you. For instance, find out whether the timeshare you want can be exchanged or traded in at times when you're unable to use it. When you know this, you will be better able to plan your vacations and in the end, get the most out of your timeshare, making the best use of your investment.

Our Favorite Listings For The Week: Art-Consultant for $12.75M Renovated Museum Mile Luxury Co-Op

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1120 Fifth Avenue, Apt. 11C | $12,750,000 | Agents: Brian J. Manning and Christopher E. Franklin, Brown Harris Stevens

Once in a great while, a storied past meets a modern sensibility to create a unique, contemporary masterpiece. Such is the stunning co-op Apartment 11C at 1120 - the J.E.R. Carpenter iconic creation, perfectly located on New York's fabled Fifth Avenue.

Listed by Brown Harris Stevens brokers Brian J. Manning and Christopher E. Franklin, Apartment 11C at the iconic 1120 Fifth Avenue co-op has completed a painstaking three-year renovation inspired by its location along Manhattan’s famed Museum Mile. Home to a distinguished collection of contemporary art and with 50 feet of picture-perfect views of Central Park, this gallery-like home is now for sale. The home's elegant curves and angles are reminiscent of The Guggenheim and designed with the displaying works of art in mind

In celebration of the current owner’s enjoyment of the unique attributes the design presents, a closing gift has already been arranged for the new buyer, so that they and their new artwork can instantly feel at home.

The buyers of this inspired home will also acquire the services of famed art consultant, Liz Fensterstock who has been featured in Vogue. The brokers have partnered with Ms. Fensterstock who will assist buyers with their collection – advising, acquiring, installing, etc.

This apartment, as a result of an enormous and painstaking three-year renovation, has every conceivable amenity (central air conditioning, gas-burning fireplace, huge picture windows, wide-plank white oak floors, state-of-the art electronic sound system and shades, etc.) as well as an east/west orientation that floods it with light from morning sunrise to evening sunset.

The semi-private vestibule opens to a large, museum-quality gallery (with an extraordinary powder room) that leads to a grand combined living/dining room - almost 30 feet with three very large tilt and turn picture windows. There is also an adjoining library/bedroom and bath.

1120 Fifth Avenue is a full-service, white-glove building with live-in super, new gym, and a bike room. The apartment comes with a large private storage unit. There are summer works rules, a 1.3% flip tax to be paid by the buyer, 30% financing is allowed, and pets are welcome.

Located across the street from Central Park and minutes from The Metropolitan Museum, The Guggenheim, The Frick, and Carnegie Hill's wonderful restaurants and shops, private showings can easily be arranged in this premier building.

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