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Demarchelier Restaurant Greenport Family owned and operated bistro Demarchelier Restaurant has officially opened in November 2020 in Greenport, NY, bringing a taste of France to North Fork. Situated in the charming shopping village, the new incarnation of the Upper East Side classic is currently located in the heart of Greenport on Main Street.  Unlike the Upper East Side restaurant that closed its doors after 40 years in business, the Greenport location is more casual and extremely cozy. From marble top tables and the antique bar top (which was brought over from the former location) to the outdoor seating and colorful paintings by the owner’s father (famed artist Eric Demarchelier) on the wall, the atmosphere of Demarchelier makes it the perfect sojourn in North Fork for a quick bite to eat, a romantic rendezvous or a nice meal with your family and friends.  Owner Emily Demarchelier explains, “Greenport is very much a village where people are walking around and shopping and stopping a

Jean Shafiroff  Surgeons of Hope’s 2020 gala – its 8th annual gala and first virtual gala – was a great success! The Celebrating Our Heart Heroes gala, chaired by philanthropist and author Jean Shafiroff, exceeded its fundraising goals. The success allows Surgeons of Hope to continue to train local pediatric cardiac teams and provide lifesaving surgery for poor children with heart conditions in Latin America in 2021. To date, Surgeons of Hope has saved the lives of thousands of children in Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Paraguay.    The November 12th gala was virtual this year due to Covid-19. Hundreds of attendees joined the gala from the comfort of their own homes around the globe. All enjoyed the evening hosted by the renowned Jacqueline Towers-Perkins, who also ran the night’s live auction. Among the items bid on during the event were a vacation at a luxury villa in Mexico, a weekend escape with views of Connecticut’s Thimble Islands, ½-day New York Harbor excursion, and a cooking work

McDonalds   MIAMI, Nov. 2020 – Twenty-seven new plaintiffs, all former Black McDonald’s franchisees, joined an ongoing federal lawsuit against the fast-food chain claiming the company engaged in systemic discrimination and denied them the same opportunities as White franchisees.  The new amended complaint now has 77 named plaintiffs in the lawsuit originally filed by 52 Black former franchisees on Sept. 1, 2020. The claims now include nearly 300 stores with compensatory damages that average between $4 million and $5 million per store, exclusive of punitive damages.  The plaintiffs allege McDonald’s sold itself as a recruiter and developer of Black talent, profited from its Black consumer base and maintained a two-tier system that pigeonholed unsuspecting Black owners and assigned them horrible locations guaranteed to fail. This suit comes on the heels of a federal class action lawsuit filed October 29 by current Black franchisees.  “McDonald’s is now fighting a four-front legal war. T

Jean Shafiroff    The American Cancer Society (ACS) hosted the 15th annual Taste of Hope virtual celebration. The event celebrated New York City’s iconic restaurant industry and raised critical funds for cancer research and local patient service programs offered by ACS.  This year’s Taste of Hope recognized James Beard Award-winning culinary honorees, Chef Michael White (Marea) and Chef Joseph ‘JJ’ Johnson (Fieldtrip). Mark D. Friedman and Jamie Koff returned as event co-chairs, and CBS News’ Chris Wragge returned at emcee.   Sting Chris Wragge The event featured a special performance by Sting, and appearances by Giancarlo Esposito (The Mandalorian, Breaking Bad), Mario Cantone (Sex and the City), NFL Hall of Famer Harry Carson (NY Giants), Amy Ryan (The Office), Peter Onorati (This is Us), Harry Lennix (Blacklist), Alysia Reiner (OITNB), and Bobby Cannavale. Event guests had the opportunity to hear first-hand how cancer continues during the pandemic and the devastating impact covid-19

Dede Gotthelf With a storied career in banking, real estate, and hospitality, Dede Gotthelf has been named one of Long Island Business News’ Top Women in Business for 2020. In usual self-deprecating fashion, Dede (as she prefers) attributes her success to early education at The Brearley School (all girls) Williams College (at the time almost all boys), a fantastic first job at Chase Bank (training and travel), and a strong foundation in finance. Over the past four decades, Dede has taken on unique out-of-the-box challenges such as purchasing the Brooklyn Bridge from the City of New York; being a co-general partner in the development of one of the first waterfront condominiums (The Regatta) at Battery Park City; assembling the land and site planning for the first Planned Development District (PDD) in Southampton Town that included a new King Kullen grocery store on seven plus acres in downtown Hampton Bays; and repositioning the Southampton Inn , International Plaza, and Claude’s Rest

Waxman Gala  The 23rd Annual Collaborating for a Cure Gala, one of New York City’s much-anticipated Autumn charity events, this year will feature a virtual musical retrospective of 23 years of the gala with celebrity appearances. The event will support the groundbreaking research of the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) and honor Roger A. Krone, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Leidos, on Thursday, November 19, 2020, at 7:00 PM.  The gala will feature appearances by SWCRF Board Chairman Michael Nierenberg, Founder and CEO Dr. Samuel Waxman, Honoree Roger Krone, and a surprise guest host. This year, quests can enjoy virtually all the favorite things they like from the Waxman Gala, including music, comedy, and entertainment. The gala preshow will start at 6:30 PM and will include music, an online journal with messages from supporters, and other messages. This will be followed by a show starting at 7:00 PM.  The show will feature comedy, exciting performances from

Jean Shafiroff  Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff set to Chair Surgeons of Hope Gala Jean Shafiroff, the well known philanthropist and TV host, will Chair the Surgeons of Hope virtual gala tonight November 12, 2020 at 7PM.  The Gala is free of charge to all those who sign up on the website surgeonsofhope.org   Surgeons of Hope strives to create a world in which every infant and child with a damaged heart has an equal opportunity to receive life-saving surgery.

American Tranquility  One of Connecticut’s most stunning and discreet equestrian estates is now available for private viewings for the first time.  The sprawling 152-acre country escape comes courtesy of David Wildenstein – whose family controls the Wildenstein Institute, the world’s foremost art organization – and Lucrezia Buccellati – the scion and co-creative director of the renowned Buccellati jewelry brand.  A marriage of rustic American tranquility and Italian luxury, the property is located just 80 minutes from Manhattan at 1 Glenn Brook Farm Road in the quiet town of Sherman in Fairfield County -- where neighbors include bold faced names such as Diane Von Furstenberg, Bob Iger, Jeffrey Toobin and Rob Zombie.  “Wildenstein and Buccellati--these names are associated with fine art and the most exquisite jewelries, things that are beautiful, ultra-luxurious and chic” says lifestyle and realty expert, Loy Carlos cofounder and Creative Director of Classiques Modernes. “David and Lucr

  Gabriela Gil Painter, sculptor, and former dancer Gabriela Gil has announced her first New York solo exhibition this week. The Honduras-born, NYC-based artist will show the first volume of her “Time and Space” series starting Thursday, December 3 through Sunday, December 20, 2020 in Soho which will be shown in-person and virtually. Gabriela explains, “Timing is important in this project, because I am purposely taking advantage of the Covid lockdowns to present this body of work in creative ways.”  “I’ve been working on this series for two years,” Gil says. “My previous work was more figurative, and this new series breaks away from the figure completely. This is making way to abstract work that explores line, color and rhythm."  In volume one of the series, Gil will show roughly 20 highly detailed miniature sets, inspired by the hand-made nativity scenes she saw as a child in Latin America, each with small paintings. The miniatures will then be displayed alongside large-scale p

  Southampton Inn Although galas, parties, concerts and fundraisers were cancelled, postponed or went virtual, autumn in Southampton is still divine. Crisp breezes begin to blow through the branches of leaves turning splendid gold shades as pumpkins are picked and ruby wines are sipped. With fall upon us, your cozy getaway by the beach awaits at the Southampton Inn. Located in the historic Village of Southampton on the East End of Long Island, the Tudor-style Inn offers 90 elegant guest rooms surrounded by magnificent estates, within walking distance of boutiques, museums, art galleries, and eateries.  The Southampton Inn:  Autumn rates are much reduced from $145 per night double occupancy (+ tax and fees). Most dates have vacancies. Connecting rooms are available for family getaways. Discounts available for stays of 3 nights or longer. Monthly room rentals for $3,500 (+ tax and fees) from November through March are available in lieu of house rentals (includes housekeeping, utilities

  Renaissance Properties The ownership team of Bradley and Kenneth Fishel of Renaissance Properties has announced that new leases signed will contain a provision allowing rent relief in the event of a future pandemic shutdown.“Tenants shouldn’t fear signing new leases due to a future stay-at-home order. These lease provisions will provide comfort that they won’t have to continue to pay full rent for space they can’t use”, states Bradley Fishel, Vice President.  Under the lease provisions that Fishel provides, in the event a stay-at-home order is issued by the government, the first month of the order results in a 50% reduction in the rent, and the second month a 75% reduction. Thereafter all rent is abated until the stay-at-home order is lifted.   The Fishels have been busy adapting their portfolio of office buildings to the new reality of office leasing. “The best way to lease space is to fully comply with all scientific recommendations” states Kenneth Fishel, President. “We h

Carnegie Estate One of Duchess County’s largest and most well-appointed mansions is now on the market and available for private tours.   In 1927, Migdale Castle in the tony New York suburb of Millbrook was completed for Margaret Carnegie Miller, the daughter and only child of Andrew Carnegie. Seated on the highest tract of land in the area to offer unparalleled woodland and Catskill mountain views, the estate was modeled after Carnegie’s Skibo Castle in Scotland.   After falling into a state of disrepair, the 200-acre estate was purchased and given a meticulous four-year renovation by the owners. Today, the one-of-a-kind mansion is in excess of 34,000 square feet that spans four floors, 29 rooms, 10 bedrooms, 17 baths, 12 fireplaces and a professional kitchen. “From the time you pass the majestic gates, the princely estate commands respect. Immediately you realize you are somewhere special, winding up the private driveway. The moment you catch a glimpse of the house, you are hit wit

  CEO, Founder And Master Chocolatier Maribel Lieberman CEO, Founder and Master Chocolatier Maribel Lieberman of MarieBelle New York celebrated the cover of Resident Magazine’s Fall 2020 issue and the new MarieBelle.com at the flagship store in New York’s Soho district. MarieBelle was also celebrating its 20th anniversary. MarieBelle Chocolate’s artisanal ganache, lavish truffles, tantalizing chocolate bars or the incomparable Aztec Hot Chocolates provided the perfect backdrop for the cover party.   Notable attendees included: Maribel Lieberman, Nicole Miller, Ira Cabrele, Gabriela Gill, Christopher Pape, Lauren Day Roberts, Ruth Miller, Adele Nino, Mariel Crystal, Hayley Henning, Natalie Ross, Evelyn Subramaniam, Sabine Beckert, John Simon, Diana Cooper, and ElizaBeth Taylor.  Woman-owned MarieBelle New York is a world-renowned luxurious global chocolate company. Their fine art edibles are produced in their Brooklyn factory with retail locations throughout New York City and Japan.

  Brock Pierce With Jean Shafiroff Philanthropist and TV host Jean Shafiroff recently conducted a 30 minute TV interview of USA presidential candidate Brock Pierce on her popular TV show SUCCESSFUL PHILANTHROPY. To watch this 30 minute dynamic interview on LTV East Hampton, New York visit here .   Brock Pierce is running on the independent ticket in 15 states including New York. Jean Shafiroff's 30 minute TV interview highlights Brock's background in the cryptocurrency markets, his life as a child actor and his reasons for running for president. Brock is probably best known for his childhood career as an actor . Brock was in Disney films The Mighty Ducks, D2: The Mighty Ducks, and First Kid.   Note: Jean Shafiroff's TV show, SUCCESSFUL PHILANTHROPY. airs 4 times per week on LTV East Hampton, NY. It is expected that her show will soon be available in a variety of other markets.  About Jean Shafiroff   Jean Shafiroff, philanthropist, advocate, TV ho

  Pecan Crusted Fish Ian Duke and partner David Hilty, the owners of the ever-popular Southampton Social Club and Union Burger Bar, have unveiled the East End’s hottest new dining destination: Union Sushi and Steak, a modern take on the steakhouses of old.  Situated in the historic Bowden Square property that formerly housed the famous Herb McArthy's, and co-located with Union Burger Bar, Union Sushi & Steak manages to fuse the energy of a supper club from the days of old with a modern ambiance. The cuisine is brought to you by award-winning Chef's Scott Kampf and Marc Fasciana of varied fame and tenures. The delectable menu features Dry aged steaks that are courtesy of Niman Ranch in Colorado and the assorted fresh sushi and sashimi menu is both enticing and inventive.   “We created Union Sushi & Steak because it’s what the people of Southampton are asking for,” Duke said. “Southampton has no year-round sushi restaurants and there is not a dedicated steakhouse. Rig