Category: Business

NYC Councilman Robert E. Cornegy, Jr. Performs Ribbon-Cutting Honors at ButterMEssentials Grand Opening In Brooklyn

By Phil Andrews on Aug 12, 2019 in Business, Local News

Brooklyn, New York – ButterMEssentials Opens New Store in Brooklyn at 688 Nostrand Ave. Unit 1, Brooklyn, New York 11217. The Brooklyn-based company ButterMEssentials is a family owned company run by Mrs. Negesti Pinnock and her husband and partner Vayden Pinnock. New York City Council Member for the 36th Assembly District, representing Bedford-Stuyvesant and northern […]

African American author who secured 7-figure, six-book deal across two major publishers debuts this September

By newyorktrend on Jul 26, 2019 in Books, Business

On the heels of the success of Black Panther and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, there has been an uptick of mainstream interest in black/African stories and creators. One such rising star, Rena Barron, snagged two three-book deals with two prestigious publishers that totaled in the seven-figure range. “Rena Barron has kicked off an adventure that […]

Strand Bookstore Named Official NYC Landmark

By newyorktrend on Jul 24, 2019 in Books, Business, Lifestyle, Local News

Book lover or not, every New Yorker has probably heard of the iconic Strand Bookstore at one point. Recently, it was named an official NYC landmark by the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC). Famous for its impressive 18-mile stretch of books, the Strand boasts a huge selection of both new and used books across virtually every […]

NALIP Honors AAFCA with its 2019 “We Are Inclusion” Award

By newyorktrend on Jul 17, 2019 in Business, Entertainment, Movies

The National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP) has announced that it will present the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) with their We Are Inclusion Award during the 20th Annual NALIP Media Summit, July 25-28, in Hollywood. For the past two years, NALIP has put a laser focus on encouraging diversity in Hollywood through its […]

Dapper Dan in Conversation with Elaine Welteroth on Book Launch, Jul 10th in Brooklyn

By newyorktrend on Jul 09, 2019 in Books, Business, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local News

Unbound, a book launch series with BAM and Greenlight Bookstore presents Unbound: Dapper Dan for the launch of Dapper Dan: Made in Harlem, a candid chronicle of the Harlem designer’s life, spanning more than 70 years and set against the backdrop of an ever-evolving America. Joined by former Teen Vogue editor-in-chief and Project Runway judge […]

East Village TV & Movie Sites Walking Tour

By newyorktrend on Jul 09, 2019 in Business, Local News, Travel

On Location Tours offers the only TV and movie-themed tours, bus tours and walking tours in New York City. The brand new East Village TV & Movie Sites Walking Tour features more than 30 television and film locations from the trendy neighborhood that have been seen in fan favorites including Law and Order: SVU, Sex and the […]

Airbnb Releases Safety Tips Ahead of the Fourth of July

By newyorktrend on Jul 03, 2019 in Business, Lifestyle, Travel

Airbnb today released safety tips for hosts and guests traveling to Long Island to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. Whether you’re an experienced Airbnb traveler, a seasoned host, or celebrating the holiday with a large group of friends or family, safety should always be a top priority. Hosting on Airbnb is a big responsibility […]

Jessica Préalpato Names the World’s Best Pastry Chef as Part of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards 2019

By newyorktrend on Jun 21, 2019 in Business, Food & Leisure, Lifestyle

The Head Pastry Chef at Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée in Paris, Jessica Préalpato, has been voted The World’s Best Pastry Chef 2019. Préalpato receives her award, which is sponsored by Sosa, in advance of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2019 awards ceremony, which takes place on 25 June in Singapore. The World’s 50 Best […]

Bobby Brown Foods and Vallarta Supermarkets Announce Distribution Deal

By newyorktrend on Jun 20, 2019 in Business, Featured, Food & Leisure, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle

Entertainer, entrepreneur and Grammy award-winning singer, Bobby Brown and his wife Alicia Etheredge-Brown have inked a distribution deal with Vallarta Supermarkets to distribute Bobby Brown Foods (BBF), it was announced today. Bobby Brown Foods is now available in 50 Vallarta stores throughout California. On June 22, 2019 Brown will make a personal appearance and […]

José Andrés Wins American Express Icon Award 2019 as Part of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants Program

By newyorktrend on Jun 19, 2019 in Business, Food & Leisure, Lifestyle

US-based Spanish chef and humanitarian José Andrés has been awarded the American Express Icon Award 2019. This prestigious honor is part of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants and celebrates an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the restaurant industry worthy of international recognition and who has used the platform that his profile as a […]

Travel is About to Change Forever: 7 Insights into the Future

By newyorktrend on Jun 13, 2019 in Business, Travel

Air travel technology is changing at a rapid pace –– what can we expect to see in the near future? Leading air passenger rights company AirHelp invites you for a sneak peek of 7 new technologies that are going to rock the future of air travel. Robotic assistants –– navigate your airport with ease. Robotic airport […]

Long Island (NY) Chapter The Links, Incorporated Presents: STEAMFEST

By newyorktrend on Jun 12, 2019 in Business, Local News

AAFCA Collaborates with Revolt TV to Discover Next Gen Talent for New Series “Short and Fresh”

By newyorktrend on Jun 06, 2019 in Business, Entertainment, Movies, Television

The African American Film Critics Association — the world’s largest group of leading black film critics – has partnered with broadcast network REVOLT to spotlight rising young filmmakers in the new series “Short and Fresh,” a bi-monthly show that airs Friday’s at 10pm ET on REVOLT. Each one-hour episode of “Short and Fresh” provides audiences with a lens […]

The Levett Family On Top In The Funeral Industry

By newyorktrend on Jun 04, 2019 in Business, Featured

Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home., Inc. is a family owned and operated funeral service provider established in 1980 by Mr. Gregory B. Levett Sr. and his wife Betty. The Levett legacy of providing traditional, thoughtful and dignified funeral services spans over four generations. Mr. Levett began mastering the art of funeral service at […]

Snipes Acquires Shoe Chain KicksUSA, Will Celebrate with DJ Khaled

By newyorktrend on May 20, 2019 in Business, Fashion, Lifestyle

European lifestyle retailer Snipes will make its East Coast debut with the help of DJ Khaled in East Harlem on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. In a move to expand its collection of lifestyle footwear and apparel, Snipes has acquired KicksUSA and will transition its brand, signage and operations to 62 existing KicksUSA stores along the […]