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The Committee for Hispanic Children & Families Gala 2023

It was a pleasure to participate as an official sponsor for the 41st Annual Gala benefiting CHCF. Guests enjoyed live music, authentic Hispanic themed performances, and food at Chelsea Piers. A true highlight was interacting with staff members and affiliate partners learning about the various…

NY Met’s and the community discuss the future of Citi Field

As a Queens kid, it was pretty cool to participate in a conversation with the @mets this week. The worlds borough is getting a world-class multi-purpose entertainment complex. In the room were engaged representatives of the community, land use consultants and political stakeholders. We shared inclusive…

WOMAN life FREEDOM | standing with the women of Iran | NYC live art

#GenderEqulity #WomenLifeFreedom #Art   This past weekend here in New York City, I had the privilege of participating in a live art installation for human rights – women rights! Specifically in solidarity with Iranian women and gender equality. International artist JR and his team made…

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Napa Wine Tour

Winery tour in Napa, California. Hosted by the wonderful team at E & J Gallo. We enjoyed private tasting at William Hill, MacMurray Ranch, Luis Martini and Frei Brothers.

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Restaurant Revitalization Fund – get that money!🇺🇸

The industry impacted most by the global pandemic, everything related to hospitality can receive additional funding from the government. If your business is related to the bar or restaurant world and you suffered financial losses in 2020 due to the pandemic: apply today, it’s easy….

The Boricua debate on boosting the economy in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

TIME magazine breaks down the tax incentives and the local pushback. LINK 📖 to article FORBES dives in the economy in eye-popping detail. LINK 📖 to article What will improve life for those die-hard patriotic Puertorriqueños that didn’t leave the island during tough times? Those…

helping others helped me | covid19

  During the most challenging year in my life, helping others helped me. A real bright spot during the early days of Covid19 was my long-standing relationships with local non-profit groups. Growing up in Queens, New York near Elmhurst Hospital was never a big deal,…

Northern Spain | the food 🇪🇸

A trip to Northern Spain to explore the culinary delights of the Basque Country. While I was in the area as a guest of the prestigious winery Arinzano with the highest designation in Spain of Vino De Pago. The first night we had wonderful dinner…

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Travel Channel finds Argentina in Queens NYC 🇦🇷

It was a pleasure to support the father and son team of Mario and Marcello Civelli recently at El Gauchito the well-known Argentinian butcher shop and restaurant in Queens, NY.  Locals have known, if you want authentic for from Argentina in NYC, this has been…

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TimeOut Market – Lisbon Portugal 🇵🇹

The Hungry Traveler Before our trip to explore Lisbon, Portugal for 3 nights in April, I did what I usually do; I ask everyone from there or that have been there that I know for tips and recommendations to get the most out of short…

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Six days in Ecuador 🇪🇨

Road tripping Three days in the city of Guayaquil then off to the coastal towns of Salinas | Montanita | Olon | Los Frailes This past winter as I was prepared to go to Barbados again for a brief escape from the cold in New…

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Art Basel | Miami 2017 – VIDEO

December has turned out to be a really fun month for me. Especially when art & music collide in Miami, that’s known as Art Basel Miami. Aside from getting into the holiday spirit, it’s a time when I get to jump down to what I…

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Renting in NYC top nabs will cost you – how much?

This is a current review of what it will cost to live in New York City’s most desirable neighborhoods. Obviously, Manhattan is the most expensive, Although I was born and raised near my favorite park and oasis Central Park, Queens has been my home for…

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Big win for NYC hospitality – let’s dance!

Growing up in New York City was a wild experience for me. The guys “on the block” that where my extended family and they were much older than me. I guess you can say, I was mature for my age. At the age of just…

Can LIC handle this much growth?

Over the years, I’ve watched the transformation of the Long Island City Waterfront from way back to the original RFP back 18yrs ago. The views and the transportation options are fantastic, and as a Queens native, I’m proud. Recently I’ve had the opportunity to work…

My time in Cuba 🇨🇺

** coming soon ** check back soon. I’m going into great detail to share what an amazing time I had during my time in Cuba. I’ll share helpful reviews and recommendations.

The 2017 Jack Daniels House No. 7 party in Brooklyn

JACK SHOWING LOTS OF LOVE FOR BROOKLYN The Jack Daniels House No7 popup party in The Brooklyn Navy Yard featured live performances by Nellie & Wyclef Jean. There were many cool interactive activities and tastings throughout the venue that enhanced the brands exposure. Like most…