by Downtown Magazine | Jan 24, 2017 | Business
For many people, flowers are only ordered for special occasions. In turn, many people do not think about where their flowers are coming from or what the long-term consequences of their purchase may be. In the case of Ode à la Rose — as based in Chelsea —...
by Helaina Hovitz | Dec 29, 2016 | Dining, Downtown Living
Ever since I took my first sip of Kusmi tea, I was hooked. I usually resorted to ordering on Amazon, but can now walk right on over to their 800-square-foot space at Westfield, which they recently opened on the cusp of their 150-year anniversary. With 53 boutiques in...
by Downtown Magazine | Dec 21, 2016 | Uncategorized
Alexandra Whitcombe is the creator and visionary behind Vendome Beaute. A New York City native, modeling and ballet were her among her early passions as she attended the prestigious High School Of Art & Design. Years in the floral industry taught Alexandra the...
by Downtown Magazine | Dec 20, 2016 | Downtown Living, Fashion
As learned from another great story by Jen King on the Luxury Daily website, French luxury conglomerate Kering Group has introduced a parental leave policy for all of its employees. Beginning Jan. 1 of the New Year, Kering’s new parental leave policy will go into...
by Downtown Magazine | Dec 19, 2016 | Dining
Established in New York City in 1987, L.A. Burdick Chocolate was largely-inspired by travel to France and Switzerland by founder Larry Burdick. He and wife Paula — a graduate of the Fashion Institute Of Technology — co-founded the company, as known for...