Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner

6 days ago | forbes.com | Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner

Forget to book Easter plans? Don’t fret! Plenty of top restaurants still have space on Easter Sunday, April 20 for luxurious brunches, family feasts and more – no need to commit to a prix-fixe, there are plenty of excellent ala carte options at restaurants still offering reservations. Here’s where to snag a spot this Easter in New York City. La MercerieHead to france by way of Soho for Easter at the beloved French from acclaimed design studio Roman and Williams.

1 week ago | forbes.com | Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner

Sandwich too stubby? Head to Williamsburg, where a new restaurant by Andrew Carmellini’s restaurant group, NoHo Hospitality, just opened at The William Vale. Located on the ground floor of the luxury Williamsburg property, Little Fino opened on April 15, 2025. The restaurant is an addition to The William Vale’s dining options, which include Leuca and popular rooftop bar Westlight.

1 week ago | marthastewart.com | Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner

Need a beautiful bouquet ASAP? Favorite florist closed? Your grocery store likely has a flowers section that can be both a convenient and economical option—but knowing which ones to pick can make or break a supermarket bouquet. The next time you're grabbing blooms in the checkout aisle, heed these tips from a professional florist for a beautifully curated bouquet that'll last (so you actually have time to enjoy it).

1 week ago | timeout.com | Rossilynne Culgan |Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner

Things to doMarkets and fairsGrand Bazaar is one of NYC’s oldest and largest marketplaces where you can buy vintage treasures, antiques, clothing and more goodies from more than 100 local merchants. Photographers, jewelers and furniture designers sell their best on Sundays between 10am and 5pm on the Upper West Side (77th Street at Columbus Avenue). Each week offers a different theme, from women-owned businesses to handmade items to international wares (find all the themes here).

1 week ago | marthastewart.com | Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner

MSG is an important flavor agent for anyone who enjoys savory food, but it has a mixed reputation. Short for monosodium glutamate, MSG is a naturally occurring chemical substance found in food or isolated and used to enhance umami flavors. While MSG may sound like something too clinical for a kitchen setting, it’s the same as referring to water as H2O or table salt as sodium chloride (NaCl, if you remember high school chemistry class).