Our 100th Post! History in the Making!

When I started New Rochelle Now in April 2012, It was totally out of necessity.  I was relatively new to the Queen City, and struggled to find out what was happening on a day-to-day basis. I view NRN as my version of Time Out New Rochelle. To commemorate my 100th post, take a walk with me down memory lane and visit some of my favorite haunts and havens. You may even spot something you missed the first time. 

NoMa Social

Places to kick back
After a long day at the office, why not hit a local lounge?  New Rochelle has many to choose from - The Gnarly Vine is an intimate wine bar with a welcoming atmosphere and affable staff. If you want something slightly more upbeat try NoMa Social  the decor is futuristic and the food is fantastic. For those who want to dance the night away or watch others do so,  head to Don Coqui. Now if you need a space to crank out that thesis, head to R.Patisserie where silence is golden and the lattes are hot.

Don Coqui

Speak  Italian
New Rochelle is the prefect town to feed my Love for Italian food and Pizza. Posto 22  is sure to serve as your own personal kitchen. I make a trip once a week. At  Spadaro, the food is served family style and they don't have a menu so come hungry and ready for a taste of Italy! The guys at  Blackboard Pizza buy all their ingredients fresh daily and they know the the ABC's of  perfect pizza.

Castle Gallery

Become a voyeur
New Rochelle has a host of Gallery's and artist spaces and each one is different from the next. The Castle Gallery is a vast estate with rotating exhibits that will marvel you. If you want to simply pop in and see something by a local young artist head over to the Backstreet Gallery . For an all encompassing experience go over to this live/work gallery & Artist space at the  Media Loft. 

 Alvin Clayton of Alvin & Friend's

Food that feeds the Soul
 Having the esteemed honor of one of the Best of Westchester has not gone to Alvin Clayton's head. He continues to churn out plates of love, peace and soul at his New Rochelle restaurant Alvin & Friends. How sweet it is. Sweet Potatoes has perfected the art of cooking for many and making it taste as if it was prepared just for you. Go in and get a taste of that down home soul food you have been missing up north.

La Ceniga

Latin flavor 
New Rochelle has a tremendous amount of Latin fare to choose from. For date night I would suggest
 La Ceniga! Once inside, you may feel as if you just entered the Meatpacking District with it's hip crowd and sumptuous food. My second pick is the Peruvian gallery style restaurant  Cholos Kitchen, plan to go there only if you are hungry, because you won't be able to resist trying several items off of the menu. 

Shop till you drop
Before you head to The Westchester for your next shopping spree, try heading  downtown to  Consign it on Main! They have everything you need for your home and then some. The Sweet preserves boutique located in the rear of the store is a treasure chest of luxury goods. Stop by and tell Amy that I sent you. For your seasonal home refreshers, go to the  The Curtain Shop.That place is not just curtains. The jewels at Just Funki are all handmade originals and each piece is like a work of art. Rhonda is a master jewelry maker her handmade chandelier is magnificent.

The Curtain Shop

Wide open spaces
Wildcliff  is an oasis in New Rochelle. This open air space has showcased many local talents as well as billboard hit-makers. I would go just for the view. When the weather permits, two words BEACH BAR! The Hudson Park Beach Bar's newly revamped tiki bar will make you want to go to Aruba-Jamaica..KeyLargo- Montego.. but, New Rochelle is a much shorter flight.

Wildcliff

Social Networking with Young Professionals

Young Professionals of Southern  Westchester talk Social Media

The Young Professionals of Southern Westchester are back! This time they are getting social. Talking social media @ NoMa Social. On Thursday October 18th, @ 5:30pm, come and speak with tech savvy professionals who will assist you with creating Twitter and Linkedin accounts. The bevy of point and click professionals will bring you up to speed with the latest social media trends and best ways to market your business or blog.

NoMa Social 1 Radisson Plaza

Sponsored by the New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce, this event is sure to be the trending topic of the day. Register now because availability is going fast! Social Networking Event Or email Rocio Moneral for additional information rmonreal@newrochellechamber.org  Don't forget to bring your iPhones & Laptops and cyber savant Jennifer Flowers from Accreditation Guru will teach you how to link, tweet and get virtually connected. 

Jennifer Flowers

 Jennifer Flowers, MBA has dedicated her career to the accreditation arena. Her 15+ years of accreditation experience includes serving as Director of Volunteer Services and Accreditation Commission at the Council on Accreditation (COA). . Her diverse expertise includes strategic plan design, Board development, creation of policies and procedures necessary to comply with accreditation and licensing standards, and the formation of effective volunteer management programs.Professionally, Jennifer has held key management positions in both for-profit and non-profit organizations prior to founding Accreditation Guru, Inc. in 2009. She earned her B.A. in Sociology from the University of California, Berkley and holds an MBA in International Management from Thunderbird School of Global Management.

NoMa Social - It's a MOD MOD World

                                                 NoMaSocial

If you would like to take a trip into the future, save your money trying to nab a seat on the next SpaceX launch and take a short rocket ride to NoMa Social. The decor is funky and happening and the food is cool and clever. From the plush plum chairs to the zig-zag zebra rug, all the elements are right on!

This Austin Powers approved restaurant/lounge is so hip that you may forget to eat. The menu has tons of tapas and light fare as well as a more hearty menu which includes a cracked pepper ribeye and a wild mushroom risotto. On Friday & Saturday nights, the DJ spins radio hits  If you are looking for a dose of reality TV, The Real Housewives of New Jersey will be hosting the party on June 9th -10th from 7pm- Until (3am). Not certain if Bravo TV will be there, but it is sure to be Dancing with Reality TV Stars!