Autumn is here. The weather is changing. Here are a few recommendations to keep your Fall filled with fun and excitement.

Enjoy,

Shai



Stop by the LA CARMINA Gothic Lolita Fashion Exhibit at F.I.T. – good for Halloween ideas!!
http://fitnyc.edu/aspx/Content.aspx?menu=FutureGlobal:Museum:Exhibitions

One time only, on Monday September 29th stop by Bryant Park to experience the sound of Brazilian American pianist Luis Simas. An eclectic performer, Simas displays his Brazilian influence in the American jazz, ragtime, and stride genres.

Life in the city can be very overwhelming especially as the holidays begin to approach. Meditation has helped me in many ways and has even inspired my logo, the fountain of love. Whether you need to jumpstart a meditation program or are a bit experienced, I recommend you check out some Meditation Classes at the Chakrasambara Buddhist Center Chelsea322 Eighth Avenue, Suite 502New York, NY 10011212.924.6706


Fall can be the best time to venture out to the Hamptons when it is not so busy and the weather is very crisp. In doing so stop by Maison 24, a new design store in Bridgehampton. The boutique includes a mix fashion, furniture, art, jewelry, home décor items making an impact on their clientele introducing them to their perfectly chosen selection of products. http://www.maison24.com/

Harry Potter comes to NY! It may be quite difficult to see him, but I recommend checking out Daniel Radcliff in the play that has been making headlines including a Vanity Fair feature – Equus at the Broadhurst Theatre. http://www.lesmis.com/

I love a nice scent and recently stumbled upon a men and women’s fragrance that I have to talk about. First is the women’s fragrance created by the brilliant Tom Ford –



White Patchouli, which mixes the latter with various white florals and is in stores this September exclusively at Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth.

Prada’s Infusion d’omme is a men’s fragrance with a subtle scent perfect for the contemporary man. The many notes of this fragrance include neroli from Tunisia, iris palida, vetiver, cedar, and incense.

I hope as you enter into a beautiful fall season that you enjoy the sights, scents, and sounds in our fine city.

Love,

Shai

P.S.

Catch us on TV!! I have attached a link for you to watch myself and Yaniv Cohen, Shiraz’s creative director on Plum TV in Miami. Enjoy!

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Hi Everyone,

I am going to be doing something different here on the blog and will be introducing my immensely talented team at Shiraz to this platform. They will come to you with an inside scoop on the Fashion industry parties, bars and nightclubs, new musicians and venues, as well as treats for every palette giving you the latest trends and secrets!
I hope you enjoy getting to know my team as much as I enjoy collaborating with them.

Before I introduce you to Tammy and Dera, I want to tell you about a wonderful new tea brand that has just blown me away. It is Vivache Herbal tea that is organically grown from mountain top gardens and is free of pesticides or herbicides. The delicious tea comes in English Breakfast, Jasmine, Herbal Chamomile, Green Mint, and Earl Grey.



New York Fashion Week is in full swing and this weekend I was invited to the Mercedes Benz Star Lounge before attending the Rock and Republic show. The show's production was great, very young and energetic, the clothes, mostly in black and whites with a "club girl" vibe rocking “Grease” style stretch pants.

While it was the start of Fashion week it was also the end of an era with the final performance of Rent. My friend and hair stylist to the stars, John Barrett, invited me to join him to view Rent at the final performance. It was a very emotional and touching evening with the current cast in full swing celebrating the amazing relationship this wonderful show has had with every patron. Cast members of previous seasons even attended culminating in them all jumping on stage to close the show. Rent will be missed as it was a landmark production not only for the gay community, but all of New York and the rest of the world!

The performance was followed by the after party at the Piers which was produced by Devin Delano. As one beautiful door closes, another opens!

My executive chef in New York City, Tammy Fox is an obvious expert in fine foods and creating dishes that make a lasting impression. She has a new food trend she would love to share with you. Enjoy!

Savory Jam, A New Trend

There is much known assumption that fruits go hand in hand with snacks or desserts. However, for many years, Europeans have been cooking up a storm combining ingredients such as raisins, fruits, and preserved lemons with cooked meats since the beginning of their culinary traditions. Fruity flavors can be very versatile when it’s paired with savory foods. It can lessen the saltiness of the food and provide a touch of sweetness that gives food more of an appealing taste.

Here at Shiraz, we strive in bringing exquisite, new, and bold flavors to our menus. With our fire roasted chipotle tomato jam on a miniature open faced turkey burger to a sweet maple thyme syrup on a filet with crispy herb polenta, you are guaranteed an exciting combination of flavors that will swirl up your taste buds and open your minds to explore and inspire to new ideas.

Next up is one of the Shiraz Event Managers Dera Lee who is an expert in specialty cocktails, wine, and best places in the city to find them!!

If you are looking for a great date spot or just a place to catch up with friends I recommend this great little South African wine bar in Hell’s Kitchen called Xai Xai @ 365 West 51st Street. I recently visited there with my boyfriend and another couple and we had the best time. The service is attentive, the wine is fabulous, and the small “tapas” style dishes are very tasty. I recommend any of Pinotage and the mini “Bunny Chow” with lamb bredie. The South African cuisine consists of a unique blend of African, colonial influences and exotic spices. With Dutch, German, French, British, Indian & Malay accents their dishes reflect the warmth, diversity and simplicity of the local fare. http://www.xaixaiwinebar.com/