Center415 was the venue location to pick up my run bib and t-shirt for NYRR United Airlines NYC…read moreHalf Marathon. The venue itself was very identifiable along Fifth Avenue if you are familiar with the New York Road Runners logo and colors as you are in search of it. In order to avoid doing everything on the last day prior to running the NYC Half Marathon, I arrived two days prior in order to pick-up my bib number and t-shirt. I encountered a line of participants that wrapped around the corner of the venue, but the line moved at an acceptable pace. Inside, the venue was congested, requiring maneuvering around individuals once inside, but I assure you not once did I have to stand in any line to pick up my bib number or t-shirt due to how organized everything was; the volunteers made the pick-up process painless in a very helpful and enthusiastic manner which I very much appreciate. There was an email stating that you had to schedule a time slot to pick-up your race materials, but I assure you that you can arrive on any day or time listed to pick up your essentials for the NYC Half Marathon without having to schedule a time. And all that you need is access to the QR barcode showing your affiliation with New York Road Runners, and an identification card to pick up your run essentials for the event. I was in and out, even taking brief moments to look at the event maps, displays and shopping for items to show that I participated in the event, or essentials that would enhance my NYC Half Marathon experience. Thanks to the volunteers of this event, I had a very pleasant experience at Center415. ~Have courage. Be Kind. ~ Thomas G

Went to the Scent Xplore 25 today and the event hall was perfectly orchestrated. From the moment…read moreyou walk in and greeted, motioned to check in area, line up for the coat check area, handed over to the gift bag pick up area and then walk into the venue its wonderful. Everyone was polite. The vendors were so nice/ kind/knowledgeable about their products and giving. The venue was good on how every vendor had plenty of space. They had little sitting areas. Bathrooms were clean. Elevators available for whomever needed them. The event hall was perfect for the expo. Seem as if the event planners thought out everything. Look forward to going to more events at this event hall.

17th July 2026 80°F Hazy Sun…read moreWilliamsburg, Brooklyn New York Tonight we joined a fabulous birthday party catered by Jillicious Foods. Everything was well presented and flavorful from appetizers to desserts. Great serving staff and bartender, Gerhardt. Dankeschön! We highly recommend Jill and her crew for catering your next event! Thank you for a wonderful evening and birthday party!

Julia is a talented chef and provided us with an amazing experience! The menu was impeccably…read morecurated with great attention to detail. She chose high quality ingredients that met our specific requests. Each dish was delicious and well-presented. We fought over the leftovers for days! If you're looking for a professional private chef to create mouth-watering meals while you relax, we recommend Julia over and over!

I can't recommend Julia enough. I was honestly SO scared to hire a chef because I have an insane…read moreamount of restrictions for my diet, due to chronic illnesses. I always feel so stressed about what to eat and meal time because of it so the thought that someone could actually help me create meals on a regular basis just seemed like a fantasy! Well, Julia is the real deal and I am so grateful I found her. She has the best attitude, such a warm and bright spirit and really listens to your needs as she creates menus that are exciting - no matter how many limitations you have. I ended up hiring her for a retreat of mine and I can't wait to continue working with her for years to come!

4th of July 2026 Pier 94…read more New York, NY The U.S. Navy will join America's 250th birthday celebration, highlighting the country's critical role in defending our fine Nation and ensuring global maritime security. The International Naval Review (INR) 250, will take place both in the Port of New York and New Jersey from July 3rd to 8th. Tall ships, aircraft, and personnel from over 130 invited navies and coast guards will gather together for this spectacular historic event. The 250th birthday of our nation will feature more than 30 tall ships from around the globe alongside key maritime partners, including Merchant Marines, USCG, Army Corps of Engineers and NOAA amongst others. They have asked us to Join on social media to commemorate and share our celebrations using the hashtags: - #INR250 - #Nation250 Thank you and wishing all a happy 4th!

I went to an event at Pier 94. The space looked very cool (the soundstages are a fun environment),…read moreand the staff was very helpful in directing everyone where to go.

We used Drawing Booth for an event recently, and everyone was absolutely amazing!! Elke ensured a…read moresmooth planning process from start to finish, and helped navigate a number of changes that occurred as we got closer to the event. Our live sketch artist, Andrea did a great job at sketching speakers on-stage in real time under pressure, as we showed the final sketches on stage at the end of each session. The entire team was a pleasure to have on-site, would definitely recommend!

I've worked with Elke and Drawing Booth team 4 times now. It's been great every time! Our clients…read morehave always been happy with the experiential activation added to the event. Looking forward to working together more in the future!

Quintessencia provides catering, private event services, personal chef services, and tailored…read morehealth and nutrition counseling, as well as a variety of other services, including cooking classes, parties, workshops, and food-related travel programs. The owner, Patricia Catenne, is a culinary diva -- she emphasizes healthy, organic cooking without sacrificing flavor. She absolutely loves what she does: catering and food is her calling. Her events always abound with a chic selection of delicious treats that she serves with enthusiasm and love. If you want fantastic food for your next event -- from birthdays, bridal showers, dinner parties, bar mitzvahs, and graduations to conferences, executive meetings, and fund raisers -- Patricia is the one to call.

Patricia is an amazing private chef. I hired her for my birthday party and all the guests were…read moreimpressed by the cocktail dinner that she prepared. Patricia knows exactly how to tailor a delicious menu based on your own taste and preferences. I highly recommend her!

What an amazing establishment! We dined at Ayza for my husband's birthday and from the stellar…read morecustomer service prior to the event, to the day of service and food /wine quality - our entire experience was impeccable. We were a party of 10, and our guests are still raving about their evening. I look forward to returning for a beautiful summer afternoon and experience greatness again. Thank you Ayza and your wonderful staff. Dining Options: We chose the 3 hour unlimited wine, cheeses, bread, sliders, pizza, hummus, chicken taco, shrimp bruschetta, chicken lollipops, Avocado steak fries. We ate like royalty!

We had our wedding dinner reception for a party of 20 at Azya. The event was perfect and exceeded…read moreour expectations! The food was great and the service staff was great to work with super friendly and accommodating! We had a truly great wedding reception ! Wouldn't change anything!

Night Inn Experience has a goal of revolutionizing the hospitality business by bringing unique…read moreexperiences straight to your doorstep. Night Inn Experience hires high-end hospitality professionals ("Experts") to create private experiences for individuals and corporate groups by offering their skillsets, personalities and unique backgrounds to create a memorable event experience for the guests. On January 11, 2024 I had the privilege of attending a special event called Mocktail Workshop. "Who says I need alcohol to make a night cap?" Night Inn Experience brought their expert mixologist to teach my community how to make delicious no-proof drinks that everyone can enjoy. By using fresh herbs, bright fruits and flavored syrups I made a no hangover drink. I had a great time meeting new people and mingling with other people I know in my community. The mixologist was very knowledgeable and provided interesting information about the history of her expertise. She also educated on the history of the tools we used to make our Mocktail as well as techniques. It was fun and very educational. Night Inn provided everything we needed such as the drink ingredients and the mixology tools. They set up and cleaned up afterwards. Whether you are planning a fun activity for a home party or a corporate event I recommend Night Inn. Go to their website for more information about arranging the memorable experience you want to create.