by Downtown Magazine | Jul 26, 2016 | Editor's Pick, Music
The New York-based rock trio known as Ruth Ruth formed in the early 1990s, having evolved from the Mercury Records-signed band Janata. The group’s regular gigs at East Village venue The Continental helped bring a lot of attention, leading to a record deal under...
by Downtown Magazine | Jul 26, 2016 | Dining, Family, Lifestyle
Downtown loves to reward its loyal readers with exclusives, and here is one courtesy of The Invisible Chef. In using the code “DOWNTOWN25” — no quotes needed at check-out — at www.theinvisiblechef.com, our readers will be treated to 25% off, in...
by Downtown Magazine | Jul 25, 2016 | Culture, Entertainment
Russell and Danny Simmons’ Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation, a valuable supporter of arts education for inner city youth, held it’s annual star-studded gala on July 16 in at Fairview Farms, Bridgehampton, Long Island. More than 900 guests were on hand as the...
by Downtown Magazine | Jul 25, 2016 | Dining, Travel
Although it is primarily known for its world-class crystals, the legendary French brand Baccarat opened its first hotel last year to immediate acclaim. A 50-story tower designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, the Baccarat Hotel & Residences is home to the...
by Downtown Magazine | Jul 22, 2016 | Dining, Fashion
A veteran of Barneys New York for two decades, Chef Mark Strausman has overseen the openings of Freds Madison Avenue, Chicago, Beverly Hills, and most recently, Chelsea. He is a native New Yorker — he grew up in Queens — and his Barneys roots predate his...