I'm Back!

Costa Rica was just fabulous! In the trees behind our casita were the most adorably strange howler monkeys. Named after a deep, throaty bark/oink they make, these guys were cool. The small beach on the pacific coast, called Samara was quiet and there were hardly any tourists there. The Ticos (locals) were so relaxed and chill, quite the opposite from NYC. It was a much needed change of pace. And who can beat sleeping under palm trees in hammocks?

When I headed south for Central America I thought that the food would be typical of Mexico and the like. I was wrong. The food of Costa Rica is nothing to write home about, but it certainly wasn't bad. I enjoyed the national dish Casada which is rice, beans and some kind of protein such as fish, beef, or chicken. But the best place to eat in Samara is Restaurante Manglar-and it was Italian. Huh?

But now it's back to work for both Erik and I. On Thursday night I'll be at the LOM event, and I'd like to see a few of you there.

DCW_NYC

-Hilary-

Ladies of Manhattan

Being such a unique group of women here, it's not often that I find other groups that I can relate to. However, Ladies of Manhattan is an organization I want to see grow and flourish.

Their mission is simple, yet powerful: "Influence, engage & inform women in a social forum through which they can expand their social circle, life & business potential." That goes hand in hand with the goals of the Desperate Chefs' Wives.

Last year, Brandi Anderson and Meghan Elliott created a group for women that has now grown to over 300 members, including myself and my BFF Chefwife, J. LOM hosts fantastic events with food, drinks, gift bags, and fellowship with successful women. With their funds going to Dress for Success and Y.E.S., LOM certainly has got it right.

I'd like to encourage you all to attend the next event which will celebrate the group's first year anniversary. On Thursday April 24th, 2008 from 6 - 9pm at the A.I.R Gallery (511 W. 25th & 10th) LOM will host an event that will include:
-Complimentary Cocktails & Hors d' oeuvres
-Exclusive LOM Gift Bag
-Live Performance by Broadway's Xanadu
-Sensational Sound Architect - DJ Nishiyama
-Raffle Prizes and more...
-Also featuring "Dr. Ava Shamban" from ABC's Extreme Makeover

My post is not doing this organization's mission and ideals justice. Please visit their website and spread the word to other Ladies of Manhattan that you know. If you'd like to become a member, just email them: join@ladiesofmanhattan.org

DCW_NYC
-Hilary

Ladies of Manhattan

L.O.M. is an organization started by some intelligent, classy, career -driven women for the purpose of friendship and networking in NY. I wish I could give a better explanation but the founders have a phenominal story to tell regarding the spirit behind L.O.M. Here is the latest event which will be held on Tuesday June 26 at Megu New York. The drinks are great and food is mouth watering. I won't deny eating nearly a whole platter of kobe beef at the last event. I sure hope they have that kobe again. Plus who doesn't love a gift bag?


The Ladies of Manhattan
Will welcome boys for ONE night ONLY
to an exclusive
“Single Mingle”
@ MEGU New York
(62 Thomas Street between Church & W.Broadway)
On Tuesday June 26th, 2007 from 7 - 10pm



$15 Cash Admission (at the door)
Includes Signature drinks & Appetizers,
Along with “wallet-friendly” drink specials,
gift bags and the chance to win
amazing prizes in our
Raffle drawing!


RSVP for you & your Single male friend to: Brandi@Foodscope.com

DCW_NYC
-H-
We hope to see you there!