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T-Bar Steak & Lounge Finding the right locale for the perfect Valentine's Day date can be daunting, however New York City and the East End offer a vast range of delicious options to choose from. Here are some of the best gourmet Valentine's Day restaurants to impress that special someone with a romantic dinner, and treat your sweetie to a night of delectable Valentine's Day Dining. New York City T-Bar Steak & Lounge T-Bar Steak and Lounge is the popular spot for couples looking for a romantic dinner with outstanding cuisine in a casual yet elegant space. The restaurant’s charm is brought to life by a stylish, dark-wood accented dining room, frosted glass details and subtle back lighting. This Valentine’s Day under the watchful eye of Restauranteur Tony Fortuna, T-Bar will offer its regular a la carte menu, which features its signature prime beef steaks along with a mélange of grilled fish, chopped salads and pastas. Swoon over the deca...

Aaron Short With Russian Samovar Manager Vlada Von Shats & Allen Salkin Thomas Farley Of The Today Show & Stephen Hall The legendary Russian Samovar Restaurant and Piano Bar hosted a literary star-studded book release party for authors Allen Salkin and Aaron Short, featuring some of the restaurant’s authentic Russian delicacies and cocktails. In their new book The Method to The Madness: Donald Trump's Ascent as Told by Those Who Were Hired, Fired, Inspired—and Inaugurated (released July 9, 2019 by All Points Books), veteran journalists Salkin and Short have written an objective, nonpartisan oral history devoid of anonymous sources. The book shows that Trump had carefully planned his bid for the presidency since he launched what many considered to be a joke candidacy in 1999. Erin Overbey Of The New Yorker Jason Mendelson And Allison Schrager Kate Briquelet, Of The Daily Beast Among those media friends and colleagues in attendance were: t...

Gypsy Fun Trio The legendary Russian Samovar Restaurant and Piano Bar presents the one and only “Gypsy’s Dream” by renowned actor, model, singer, and dancer duo Tatiana & Alexander Fursenko. The pair, who are winners of the Russian President's National Award for Contribution to the Theatre and Film Industry, premiers with their first show on Friday, June 28 at 9:00pm. A show will be held every Friday until Labor Day weekend. The one-hour show will include classic Gypsy ballads and dancers, as well as a guitarist, violinist, and an accordion/piano player from the Gypsy Fun Trio (Andrey Solodenko, Valery Zhmud and Sergey Pobedinsky). Said Russian Samovar manager Vlada Von Shats, “The incredible sound of the gypsies will touch your soul.” Alexander Fursenko, who is an alumnus of Moscow Theatre and Music University, is an actor of "Taganka Theater" and holds more than 60 roles in movies and theaters. He is also an accomplished singer and tap-dancer. Tatiana ...

Mamo Restaurant   New York City’s resident foodies are dashing all the way to these fine dining destinations to enjoy the very best in holiday treats and feasts. These New York restaurants are dishing up the holiday spirit from Manhattan to New York’s East End. So why not embark on a journey of festive fun and holiday celebrations happening throughout December and into the 2019 New Year. Here are the gourmet restaurants hosting the merriest holiday happenings this year: MAMO RESTAURANT MAMO Restaurant returns this holiday season, bringing the flavors and sensibilities of Italian cuisine to New York City. After an unfortunate fire closed its doors this past Summer 2018, Italian restaurateur Mike “Mamo” Mammoliti and Executive Chef Salvatore Marcello remained firm in the belief that the 323 W. Broadway location, its ambience, and the style of cuisine were a winning combination unrivaled by many. Rigatoni With Meanballs This holiday season, fla...

Carol Alt Russian Samovar Restaurant & Piano Bar celebrated supermodel and icon Carol Alt on the cover of Art Bodega Magazine’s Style and Beauty Issue. In the company of the stars of BRAVO TV’s Real Housewives, city socialites and the theater district’s finest patrons, Art Bodega Magazine’s first cover release party was a glamorous evening showcasing the high-fashion model and the beautiful cover photographs by Ezequiel de la Rosa. Russian Samovar Restaurant served the finest Russian cuisine in the intimate upstairs lounge set against the backdrop of picturesque green and red shaded lamps adorned with Russian folk print. Notable attendees included: Carol Alt, Vlada Von Shats, John Mahdessian, Teresa Giudice, Ramona Singer, Dorinda Medley, Sonja Morgan, Lessa Rowland, Michael Von Shats, Nicholas Von Shats, Antonia Bennett, Jane Pontarelli, Dr. Michelle Zweifler, Leesa Rowland and Rebecca Herrero. Teresa Giudice and Dorinda Medley Guests enjoyed the Rus...