‘shopping’ entries

Baby, It's HOT Outside

April 27, 2009 10:31 AM Filed Under: SHOPPING 

What are you supposed to wear when the weather's like this? Seems too early for sundresses, we both need pedicures, and shorts are just plain bad (u … [see more]

Shop In Private

February 10, 2009 11:04 AM Filed Under: RANDOM THOUGHTS  SHOPPING 

Hair loss bothering you? Why not shop in private....For anyone afraid to buy hemorrhoid cream or tampons in public (and your husband refuses to do it … [see more]

Gilt Groupe

January 30, 2009 3:09 PM Filed Under: SHOPPING 

We told you all about Gilt Group, an online sample sale site, we're telling you again. We really like it. In fact, we like it so much everyday when we … [see more]

Discount Watches

January 30, 2009 2:01 PM Filed Under: DISCOUNTS  SHOPPING  Q & A 

What's the name of that discount watch place in the diamond district? I think it's on 47th and 5th?
–Elizabeth

You must be talking about Yaeger Watch (formerly Weinstock and Yaeger). It's a great place to go if you know exactly what you want to shop around first and go prepared with makes and models. See what kind of deal they'll give you but don't discount more traditional retailers these days--someone we know recently bargained on an expensive watch at Tourneau.

50 Late January Shopping Deals

January 26, 2009 1:55 PM Filed Under: SHOPPING 

NY Mag published a list of great deals going on this week--from restaurants to electronics, housewares to housecoats.

Down To The Wire

December 22, 2008 1:05 PM Filed Under: SHOPPING 

Our friends at Manhattan User's Guide have pulled together a list of last-minute gift ideas...have a look-see so you don't end up at Duane Reade buyin … [see more]

Holiday Markets

December 09, 2008 4:57 PM Filed Under: HOLIDAYS  SHOPPING  Q & A 

Are there other holiday markets like the one at Union Square? Thanks.
–Vicky

We're doing out best to scope out every holiday market in Manhattan. So far, we've done Union Square, Grand Central, and Bryant Park...stay tuned.

it must be sunday...
tip o’ the week: Super Easy Mac 'n Cheese

April 27, 2009 4:46 AM Filed Under: RECIPES TIP O' THE WEEK

Last year Hilary bought Alyssa's daughter a cookbook and Annabelle has spent the better part of the year perfecting the cookbook's macaroni and cheese recipe. Here's her version--the first one the children like that doesn't come out of a box and doesn't involve some sort of flourescent orange substance. The topping is our own special addition...but be forewarned: you won't be able to stop at one bite! … [see more]

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