We are so happy to announce our good friend, Lynne Ryan, has launched her fabulous new website and “tasty new adventure” Chefs To Dine For. Lynne, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, has over twenty years of experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry and has close relationships with Manhattan’s hottest chefs. Her passion for people and food led her to create this new site which will take guests on a delicious journey each month with some of the city’s most fabulous chefs who will share exclusive dinner selections accompanied by specially selected wines. The very first event will be held Thursday, October 27th at Aureole, the sophisticated venue of Charlie Palmer, superstar chef and culinary pioneer in American cuisine. To sign up for the event and information about the upcoming dinners, go to Chefs to Dine For.
For what to wear to such a scrumptious soiree, we went shopping at Saks.com to find the perfect “Dinner Tops” – great blouses that you can easily pair with black pants for a night on the town. Each of these has a touch of glamour that lights up the night, whether a peek of lace or chiffon, or both. Wear them with a bold pair of earings, platform pumps and a great clutch and you’ will be be dining in style!
Left to Right: Josie Natori Mock Turtleneck Lace Top ($325), Valentino Floral Lace Couture Tee ($980), Red Valentino Chantilly Lace Blouse ($495)
Ellie Tahari Chiffon Jeanna Blouse ($368), Alice & Olivia Alta Printed Peasant Top ($275)
Born and raised in upstate New York and classically trained at the Culinary Institute of America, Charlie Palmer is one of the most highly regarded chefs in America today has received critical acclaim for his signature “Progressive American” cuisine. Charlie opened Aureole restaurant as chef and proprietor in 1988 and it was here that his signature style began to emerge. Food & Wine magazine has said of Charlie, “Palmer is widely regarded by food lovers as a pioneer who realized decades ago that there was a strong demand for great food in America, not necessarily French.” Chef Palmer has planned the amazing menu and the exquisite wines have been selected…all they need is you! This is sure to be an event you do NOT want to miss…make your reservations NOW, before it’s too late!
