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  Mothers Day 2pc Ganache  MarieBelle New York is celebrating Mother’s Day 2026 with a luxurious collection of chocolates and confections created to honor the mothers, grandmothers, wives, sisters, daughters and mother figures who bring beauty, warmth and love to everyday life. The MarieBelle New York Mother’s Day Collection is now available online and in boutiques, offering a curated selection of spring-inspired gifts that combine fine chocolate, distinctive design and the brand’s signature sense of New York glamour. Each piece reflects the artistry for which MarieBelle is known, with chocolates presented not simply as sweets, but as miniature works of culinary art. Among this year’s featured offerings is the Mother’s Day 16-Piece Chocolate Ganache Gift Box ($60), a keepsake-worthy assortment of MarieBelle’s famed chocolate ganache, handmade with fine cacao and beautifully decorated with designs created especially for the occasion. Each piece offers a small story of love, gra...

The Baker House 1650    With the holiday season well underway, plan a special night out or complete your gift shopping for everyone on your list with these unique get-togethers, gourmet goodies, fashion brands, inspirational reads, and a vacation. Family, friends, and significant others can revel in the finer pleasures that bring joy, happiness, and personal development  this holiday season and beyond.  For a gift that truly amazes, these exclusive finds are everything your loved ones will likely adore.  The Baker House 1650  For a Cozy Country Staycation If travel to the English Cotswolds is not an option this holiday season, why not be transported to a country estate imbued with the character of an English manor House in East Hampton, New York ?  The Baker House 1650, led by Antonella Bertello is a masterpiece of 17th Century Cotswold-inspired architecture. Throughout the property, guests find a sense of historical legacy and majestic aura from the c...

  Charlii Sebunya With Mirabel Lieberman Mariebelle New York welcomed the fall season with an elegant celebration at its flagship SoHo location, inviting guests to savor the new Fall Chocolate Collection inspired by the rich colors, scents, and sensations of the season. Set against the backdrop of the brand’s signature blue-and-gold salon, the evening captured the artistry and refinement that has made Mariebelle synonymous with luxury chocolate for over two decades. Guests sampled chocolates and had the chance to catch up while savoring each piece, hand-made with the brand’s distinctive designs. From the aroma of freshly poured hot chocolate to the music playing through the cocoa-scented air, the soirée embodied the warmth and sophistication of fall in New York. Attendees from the worlds of art, design, and fashion gathered to toast the new collection and enjoy conversation over cups of Mariebelle’s signature Aztec Hot Chocolate and decadent petits fours. “Chocolate has always been...

  Maribel Lieberman  MarieBelle New York’s flagship store at 484 Broome Street was the setting for an exquisite evening as Maribel Lieberman, chocolatier, entrepreneur, and author, celebrated the success of her latest book, Maribelle Entertains.  Guests gathered in the heart of SoHo to meet Lieberman, who personally signed copies of her book while sharing her passion for entertaining with elegance and creativity. Maribelle Entertains offers a glimpse into Lieberman’s world of gracious hospitality, featuring curated tablescapes, decadent menus, and heartfelt hosting tips inspired by her global travels and culinary expertise.   Nicole Miller Sean Young Attendees indulged in MarieBelle’s signature artisanal chocolates and gourmet treats while enjoying an intimate atmosphere that reflected Lieberman’s refined aesthetic. The event brought together influencers, tastemakers, and devoted fans eager to celebrate the art of entertaining and the beauty of bringing people t...

  MarieBelle Chocolates At The Pierre Hotel New York    The iconic Pierre Hotel this season continues to be the place to indulge in the exquisite world of MarieBelle Chocolates. Expanding from the popular shop in Soho, the famed chocolate house now serves customers on the Upper East Side Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at 2 East 61st Street at the latest luxury boutique. The Pierre on Fifth Avenue provides a perfect setting for the highly desirable sweets made by the world-famous chocolatier. Since 1930, the hotel has been revered as a quintessential monument to New York City grandeur. Shoppers will find for purchase at the boutique prestigious selections of gift boxes in a perfect sophisticated setting. About Mariebelle New York: MarieBelle New York founder and CEO Maribel Lieberman was born and raised near the cacao fields of Honduras and, as a young girl, she made and sold sweets to the local community. She emigrated to the U.S. and studied at The Parsons Sch...

  Dr. Christina Rahm With Cover Jean Shafiroff   Lizzie Asher Elysian, an international luxury lifestyle brand created to inspire and reflect the interests of women, held a trifecta of events in New York City to showcase their work, accept awards for their documentary Catwalk Furbaby and with partner DRC Ventures hold a tasting of their Rahm Roast Coffee brand at chocolatier MarieBelle New York.   Karen Floyd With Maribel Lieberman Dr. Christina Rahm With Dusquesne Cook Leesa Rowland Starting the trilogy of events in conjunction with DRC Ventures was the launch of the 2023 Fall Art issue of Elysian Magazine at the National Arts Club. The Club building itself is a historic venue – the home of Samuel Tilden. The 25th Governor of New York acquired 15 Gramercy Park South in 1863 and hired Calvert Vaux, a famed architect and one of the designers of Central Park, to ensure its design would endure.  The Club maintains a permanent art collection featuring artists including D...

  J’Nai Bridges Manhattan School of Music (MSM) hosted the 2023 Gala at The Rainbow Room, Rockefeller Plaza, in New York City.   Bernie Williams   The gala honored long-time members of the MSM Board of Trustees Marcia Clay Hamilton and Edward Lowenthal. A celebration of the School’s prestigious Opera Studies Program, the evening featured performances by mezzo-soprano and two-time Grammy Award winner, Metropolitan Opera Artist J’Nai Bridges (BM’09), former New York Yankee, Latin Grammy-nominated jazz guitarist and MSM Trustee Bernie Williams (BM’16), recent MSM graduates and current MSM students, among other notable performers. All the scheduled performers were either MSM alumni or current students.  Among the recent graduates to perform included MSM alumni bass-baritone Le Bu (BM ’22) and baritone Daniel Rich (MM’19); both are currently in the Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Young Artist Development program. Le Bu was a winner of the 2022 Metropolitan Opera Laffont Co...

  Zackary Drucker MarieBelle New York is always ready to celebrate, showcasing outstanding chocolate creations for all to admire; the beloved house of sweets held a celebration party at their Flagship Broome Street Store for the launch of Hulu Original documentary "Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl" Directed by Zackary Drucker, Produced by Emmet McDermott with Executive Producer Scott Kaplan for CoverStory.  On the surface, Queenmaker: The Making of an It Girl is a fun, nostalgic romp through the mid-2000s pop culture that dominated mainstream media and laid the foundation for current reality tv and the influencers of the social media generation. Interviews with the publicists, journalists, and, of course, socialites, that ruled the city in the early aughts, immerse us in the gilded world of heiress-era New York City. Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin Emmet McDermott With Ben Widdicombe, Zackary Drucker & Scott Kaplan   Notable attendees at the party included; Zackary Dru...

Jean Shafiroff Dr Samuel Waxman With Marion Waxman And Dr Paul Jarrod Frank The annual Waxman Luncheon, benefitting the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), took place on Wednesday, May 17th, 2023, at AVRA Madison in New York. The luncheon honored Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank for his continued support of the SWCRF mission and passion for scientific advancement, raised in excess of $165,000. A live fashion presentation by Max Mara featured their stunning Spring/Summer 2023 Collection. Funds raised will support crucial SWCRF initiatives such as the International Network on Aging and Cancer Research and the Women’s Cancer Research Program.    Larry Scott The Waxman Luncheon also included a live auction, silent auction, and raffle with specially curated lots featuring generous donations from companies such as Chopard, Movado, Jimmy Choo, Schiaparelli, Fendi, Arlotta Cashmere, and The Baker House 1650. Heritage Auctions were the official auctioneer.  Notable attendees at...

  MarieBelle For Mothers Day MarieBelle is the ultimate Mother’s Day gift to show your appreciation for any mother figure who holds a special place in your heart.   The Mother’s Day Collection 2023 is now on sale in both boutiques and online. Love and appreciation are beautifully demonstrated with such delights as the 16-piece Mother's Day Chocolate Ganache Box ($54). Artfully crafted ganaches are made with the finest quality of cacao and ingredients to ensure a truly indulgent experience. Decadent dark chocolate enrobes a selection of different ganache flavors that include lavender, rose petals, espresso, passion fruit, vanilla and other sweet sensations. Each piece showcases an exquisite, miniature story within its designs, making the exclusive Mother’s Day chocolates a stunning work of art. All is presented in a signature MarieBelle blue box with a decorative hot pink sleeve. The Mother's Day Love Purse ($35) is made from vegan leather emblazoned with a signature logo and b...

  MarieBelle Chocolates MarieBelle New York will have chocolate lovers swooning this Valentine’s Day. An enticing new collection celebrates the most romantic day of the year with sumptuous, world class chocolates. The 2023 Valentine Collection showcases a Turquoise Heart Box ($35) featuring a young captivated couple along with other works of art signifying love. Six handmade ganache and a single red heart highlight a story of romance. Also, to be found from the legendary chocolatier is a 9-piece collection ($31) or 16-piece ($55) nestled in a classic blue box decorated with a stunning Valentine’s Day themed sleeve. The elegant and divine Valentine’s Day Book Gift Set ($155) serves as a grand gesture of love. The luxurious book-shaped box includes one each of the most desirable treats; Chocolate Clusters; Lavender Heart with Ganache; Praline Bars; Espresso MarieBelle Bar; Cacao Market Rose Petal Bar; Dark Chocolate Rose Tea Tin and a whimsical Tea Strainer. Each unique gift expresse...