Maroni's Cuisine is heaven in your mouth

In the quaint little village of Northport Long Island, there is a hidden gem for the taste buds. I would define myself as a "foodie" and can admit to trying nearly every great restaurant in New York City. However, when I really want to give myself a treat...I take the Long Island Rail Road to Maroni Cuisine.

Many of you have probably heard me rant and rave about how amazing the food is here. This surprising yet delectable tasting menu literally keeps me on the edge of my seat!

The warm staff and laid back atmosphere add to this already amazing experience. The background music is a pleasant mix of Pearl Jam and The Beatles. You will often hear the Owner and Chef Mike Maroni laughing with one of the tables ( yes, you feel right at home here)! The never ending glass of wine compliments the assortment of tantalizing flavors. Maroni's is 100% quality and does not compromise itself by saving a few pennies. The crab will make your mouth water and the dessert made me as happy as a 6 year old. 

Don't believe me? Zagats rated Maroni's food a 28!!

Whenever I have the treat to visit my favorite dining spot, I always remember to bring home a pot of their famous meatballs! Famous? YUP! These meatballs beat BOBBY FLAY-Click here for video! 

I can go on and on, but I am getting really hungry thinking about all the great food! Please feel free to read more reviews here...and thank me later for helping you find your favorite restaurant!

Jessi Marquez

When you speak to me, please speakeasy

If it seems like I have been off the radar lately, its because....well, I have been. Frequenting the Hamptons only a few times this summer, and doing a bit of traveling -isn't the reason why. I know during the summer, NYC seems to become a desolate place. However, it seems that the trend of nightlife has changed. It's no longer getting past the impossible door, but finding it.

In June, I had gone on a date, and near the end of the night he brought me to an apartment. I found this to be a bit presumptuous, but when he approached the door and knocked I became intrigued.

 A lean and long fellow peaked his head through the door and invited us in. 

Inside was a fabulous bar with the most AMAZING cocktails.
I am not listing this speakeasy because it currently is one of my favorites, but this lounge left me craving more.

The search began, 

and I began dressing in darker colors and tucking my Lilly Pulitzer dresses away.I ventured to the popular speakeasy "La Esquina" with a group of friends. After some convincing, we were led down through the employees only door, down a few flights of stairs, and rubbed elbows with the busy mexican kitchen staff. Once inside, we sipped on tequila that cost $40 a shot, and met men dexterous in name dropping. 

We ended the night at Southside, 

which is NOT a speakeasy but since its under the former

 diner/restaurant Martignetti's we can pretend that it is.

I have made a small list of my favorite speakeasy's of this summer- but remember, a good speakeasy is only as good as its guests.

1) PDT- Please don't tell

113 St. Marks Pl. , New York, NY 10009 

Come here for the best hot dogs and hotties ( that are warned to not creepily hit on you)

2)Milk & Honey

http://www.mlkhny.com/newyork/newyork.php

Find a member and try some of the tastiest cocktails in New York

3)Little Branch

22 7th Avenue S, New York, NY 10014

Let the bartender make your cocktail, depending on thing's that tantalize your tastebuds

4)The Back Room

102 Norfolk St (between Delancey St & Rivington St), New York, NY 10002

The adult version of tea time

5) 124 Old Rabbit Club

124 MacDougal St, New York, NY 10012

Great beer and very nice crowd

Enjoy- 

Jessi Marquez

http://newyork.joonbug.com/scenetracker/when-you-speak-to-me-please-speakeasy-scenetracker-new-york/mRK57tMfXad

Metropolitan Museum of Art Young Members Party

Tonight is the Metropolitan Museum of Art 

Young Members Party.

This is going to be an amazing evening filled with libations and wonderful people... 

maybe even a little dancing under the stars?

Join us for cocktails and dancing in the Carroll and Milton Petrie European Sculpture Court, which holds some of the Met's most beloved masterpieces. Socialize while you admire the Manhattan skyline from the renowned Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Roof Garden and view the special exhibition "Roxy Paine on the Roof:Maelstrom" (weather permitting). Indoors, enjoy The Costume Institute's latest special exhibition, "The Model as Muse: Embodying Fashion," which will be open for an exclusive viewing during the party. SeeSpecial Exhibitions for more information, including sponsorship credits.

According to my friend Steve Close, this is thee Summer event to attend.Tickets were pretty hard to come by, but as a Birthday surprise my good friend Stan was able to get tickets for Sara and I.  Luckily we got off work tomorrow!

Event Information:

For Young Members of the Museum, ages 21–35
Thursday, July 9, 2009
8:00–11:00 p.m.
Dress: Summer Chic

I'm pretty sure tickets are sold out, but you can click here for more information

XOXO

Jessi Marquez

SONY introduces SONY VAIO LIFESTYLE PC hosted by PAPER MAGAZINE

If you have noticed life sized mannequins that blink in the streets of New York City, it is part of Sony Vaio's new campaign. Sony Electronics recently sent fashion models onto Manhattan's streets for the launch of its new Vaio P Series notebooks. 

The effort, aimed at “fashionista” men and women alike, was dubbed the company's first Fashion Week marketing campaign. It will last through February 14, aligning with New York's Fashion Week.“We wanted to create a concept that lives,” said Ken Byers, messaging manager of corporate marketing at Sony. “We want to reach both men and women. Men were early enthusiasts and picked up this product naturally. The purpose of this campaign is to go after fashionistas who are really interested in the beautiful design of the product.”At the events, the models blog, update Facebook profiles, and IM with consumers from an extra notebook on-site. Last night, February 11th, Sony, in partnership with Paper Magazine, clothed the models in dresses by up-and-coming designers vetted by the title, including Libertine and Katy Rodriguez. Paper assisted with the event for fashion and media influencers at the Sony Style flagship store. Guests included Heatherette's Richie Rich, designers ThreeAsFour, Editorial Director for Paper Mag Mickey Boardman, and E's Michael Musto.

However, all eyes were on the "mannequins" that moved in a robotic like form. Even while trying the new Vaio they held their statue-esq poses. The event provided a wine and white cosmopolitan open bar....and had, hands down, the best hors d'eourves I've ever had in my life!

We left early to attend the next event, and missed the gift bags....however, We'll find out from King Ralphy what we missed and maybe he'll share!

XOXO,
As good as its guests

Stanton Social

Tonight on "The City", Jay seems like he's not that into poor little Whitney. At least he kinda broke it to her at my fave place.....STANTON SOCIAL!!

Saturday night, before Stan left for China (don't ask)....we decided to head to Stanton Social for dinner and drinks. Reservations are close to impossible, and now I know why! The food and cocktails were AMAZING!! We went upstairs to the bar/lounge area. They had a beautiful tasting menu and we made ourselves cozy on the lush banquettes. I sipped on a "Stanton Tea" while people looked around for seating. 
For dessert, you must get the chocolate tasting. It had everything from a S'mores cake, to house made peppermint patties! 
My favorite appy was a twist on a childhood favorite. French Onion Soup Dumplings...delish!!

For more info on The Stanton Social visit http://thestantonsocial.com/

XOXO- Jessica Marquez

Photos Courtesy: Jessica Marquez, MTV

There has got to be something wrong...

Above: Jennifer Aniston and John Mayer

Thursday evening, I wound up going to bar martignetti's ( www.barmartignetti.com) with Stanley Gale, Tom Travalja, and Jordan Leventhal. It ended up being an amazing night.
Before entering, Tom noticed pictures being taken across the street (and by pictures I mean 1 million paparazzi).
All the fuss happened to be Jennifer Aniston and John Mayer, on what looked like a date.
My only question was, why does everyone break up with Miss Aniston?
Vince Vaughn, Owen Wilson, Brad Pitt......to name a few. She seems down to earth and we can all admit shes beautiful. What is it?
xoxo Jessica

Twank You

Partying for a Cause
Every summer my boyfriend holds a summer party to bring everyone together and have a good time. This year I came up with the idea to raise money for Memorial Sloan Kettering. Vitamin water helped sponsor the event and it was a great success. Check out the photos below, and if you would like to send a donation or host your own event please email asgoodasitsguests@gmail.com.
xoxo Jess

Cristina Divuolo and I handing out mini Vitamin Waters and chapsticks at Twanky 4.