The Basquiats gathered in NYC at the top of the year to celebrate the born day of Brand.CJay. The night was a true homage to one of his favorite films ‘The Godfather’. The setting was Nonna’s table in Manhattan which happens to be James Beard Award winning chef Ron Suhanosky’s new innovative locale. Authentic Italian market by day, reserved table for 10 by night. The illustrious evening was hosted by luxury site and cigar aficionado Flawless Crowns.
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This might have to be that 2012 anthem right here.
Fatty Crab is one spot I’ve heard quite a lot about but have yet to experience. On my recent trip to NYC I had a chance to partake with fellow foodie and friend Chef Joey. With the chilly NYC weather outside the started drink of choice was the Rum Hot Toddy, which came in one of the most interesting tea cups I’ve ever seen.
When I come across a book that speaks to the hustler in me, I’m all too thrilled to share. My latest reading infatuation is the book Crush It by Wine Aficionado/Self Made Hustler Gary Vaynerchuk. This dude has a passion aka dream and made it a reality all while branding himself in the process. The book doesn’t get to wordy or all “let’s do an assignment”, rather it calls you out to see if you really are about those dreams you say you are. I love how he speaks on how important the internet is to that process as well, which has made him a star in his own right. Check out a clip of him below and see what I mean:
The foodie in me loves when friends refer me to places they deem top notch. Last night while on my born day food crawl my friend had us venture to Red Rooster in Harlem, headed by Top Chef Master Marcus Samuelsson. I’ll be the first to say I’m not a big fan of comfort soul food, but the dishes we tasted this night were quite delish. The night began with their version of a ‘Gin & Juice’. The West Coast side of me was like man whatever’ when I saw it on the menu, but after one sip 3 more were ordered. As my friend pointed out, them seem to get better each time (personally I think that’s with any Gin based cocktail). Check out the rest of my Red Rooster experience after the jump
You know the kid lives for a good fitted and Stampd’ LA always gives me what I need. I like a fitted that get’s right to the point with no sticks or no seeds. What’s smart about the line is they create only a few fresh pieces for the masses to consume so the demand stays high.
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This clip for CÎROC Ultra Premium Vodka conjures moments that will commence in 2012 and beyond for Brand.CJay and crew. Wonderfully shot by Anthony Mandler it captures the essence of Champagne Life to the fullest.
Spotted @: Flawless Crowns
