Whether you’ve been cruising along the rosé wave or find yourself a rooftop regular, summer has us feeling all the feels. School’s out, summer Fridays are in, and you feel the need to soak it all (and the sunshine) in, because this season in the city is like no other in the world. Get busy spending time in the park (we’re talking picnics, music, and even some much needed meditation), gelato making (because, well…gelato), and an excuse to sip on some Moët & Chandon while eating chocolate crepes. Need we say more?
$39 For A 4 Course Picnic Package For 2 To Enjoy in Central Park ($94 Value)
Spending a picturesque and leisurely sunny day lounging on the grass in Central Park is a quintessential New York City scene for good reason. Now you can elevate this tradition by picking up a mouthwatering gourmet picnic package from an Upper West Side institution and enjoying a feast amidst nature! Grab your $39 pulse (a $94 value) for a 4 Course Picnic Package For Two, filled with 7 different artisanal dishes from Pappardella, the celebrated culinary haven that counts Michael Douglas and a slew of other A-listers amongst its devotees & regulars.
Head Outside for a Quick Mindfulness Break by Hudson Yards
Head to Bella Abzug Park for a mid-day mindful breathing practice and meditation to restore your mind, body and spirit, so you can go back to doing what you love, feeling good, and at ease. Learn breathing and meditation techniques that reduce stress, increase your focus, and balance your emotions to help you stay present and focused. Hudson Yards Hell’s Kitchen provides mats and blocks for the first 25 participants.
$59 For A 2 Hour Gelato Making Class & 4 Take Home Pints (a $120 Value)
Featured in New York Magazine, Huffington Post, Eater, and selected as 2018’s “Best Gelato Spot In NYC” by The New Potato, Mia Chef Gelateria is a Gramercy mainstay that invites visitors to get their hands deliciously dirty while making indulgent gelati in drool-worthy flavors. Grab your $59 pulse (a $120 value) for a 2 Hour Gelato Making Class For ONE, taking home 4 pints of your creations after discovering how to craft world-class gelato flavors utilizing only the freshest ingredients sourced from around the globe.
Chucho Valdés: Free Jazz In The Park
Join Chucho Valdés for a free performance at the Prospect Park Bandshell, with Dafnis Prieto Si o Si Quartet. A protean performer whether solo or leading small or large ensembles, Valdés has won six Grammy and three Latin Grammy Awards, and is among the most influential figures in modern Afro-Cuban jazz.
$59 Ticket To A Tasting of Sweet Champagnes & Desserts (a $73 value)
Immerse your palate in the delicately effervescent notes and glacé playfulness of renowned bottles of bubbly at The 2019 Champagne School: Sweet Champagnes Tasting event taking place from 6:00pm until 7:00pm on Saturday June 29, 2019 at Flûte Champagne Bar. Grab your $59 Ticket (a $73 value) for admission to this elegant showcase where you’ll drink a variety of premium Demi-Sec sweet Champagnes from around the world, plus a Dessert Pairing that includes luscious chocolate crepes and more!
Join Caché For A Summer Night Rooftop Soirée in Brooklyn
Caché Life is pioneering the market of music curation, video branding and events, and a community of creatives, fashion, arts and music. Head to The William Vale in Brooklyn for deep disco sounds, epic unobstructed views, and curated cocktails all night long!