drink. in San Francisco

For the best drinks in the Bay Area,  we suggest drink. drink is a cocktail catering company founded by my friend Melissa Gugni and her partner, mixologist and sommelier Jay Esopenko in 2004. When clients order drink., they bring their mahogany bar and customized menu of cocktails and set up shop at events with a fully staffed bar of seasoned professionals. If you join their Facebook site, you might just get in on a recipe or two. The whole operation has a green premise— Esopenko... Read More

Driving the Audi A8 in LA

Collins Reiter test drove the Audi A8 in Los Angeles. Here’s what she experienced along the way. When the all new 2011 Audi A8 was delivered to my care for an entire weekend, I couldn’t wait to take it for a spin, but wait I did.  It took the delivery guy about 45 minutes to go over all of the features of the car, and I didn’t even test drive the model with all the features offered. At first glance, the most notable difference is the new body style.  The... Read More

2012 Ducati Monster 1100EVO

Ducati unveiled its flagship model, the Monster 1100EVO at the New York International Motorcycle Show. It’s the first Ducati to reach 100 air-cooled horsepower. The addition of traction control and anti-lock brakes — what Ducati calls a safety pack— took motorcyclists by surprise. The bike is priced just under $12,000.00 Tweet This Post Read More

R 20th Century Gallery

New works at R20 Century Gallery caught our eye like this square coffee table in jacaranda. Designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1954. 39.25″ L x 39.25″ W x 10″ H The Black Edition” Molar Group Cloud shelf in gel-coated fiberglass-reinforced plastic. Originally designed by Wendell Castle, 1969. Current limited edition of 50 plus 5 APs designed and made by Wendell Castle, 2006-2011. Signed and numbered. 66″ L x 16″ W x 18″ H. Bookshelf... Read More

Bid on Andy Warhol’s 1974 Silver Shadow Rolls Royce

Andy Warhol’s 1973 Rolls Royce is listed for sale on Art Brokerage with the following stipulations: Hand Signed: Condition: Excellent – The vehicle is in excellent working and physical condition. See photos. Certificate of Authenticity: Art Brokerage Provenance & Extra Info This listing is for Andy Warhol’s Rolls Royce. The car was purchased shortly after Sotheby’s 1988 auction of Warhol’s estate. Art Brokerage can provide all authentication.... Read More

2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid x 600 Miles

The great New York blizzard of 2010 stunned the tri-state area, but not our caravan. We were in Michigan when the snow hit and postponed our return trip for a extra day as chaos ensued.  Our 600 mile drive across I-80 from Detroit to New York City in the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid was uneventful, and even with three adults and one toddler, dare I say cozy? However, as soon as we crossed the unsalted, slippery Manhattan Bridge, things got a little more interesting, but I’m... Read More

New Exhibition: Stargazers at the Bronx Museum

A new exhibition presents artist Elizabeth Catlett in conversation with 21 contemporary artists. Our friend  Isolde Brielmaier curated the exhibition that opens Jan. 27 to May 29 at the Bronx Museum of Arts. Catlett is a renowned 95-year-old sculptor, painter and print maker, who has received the Lifetime Achievement in Contemporary Sculpture Award, International Sculpture Center. The participating artists include: Sanford Biggers,  iona rozeal brown, Patty Chang, Patricia... Read More

Detroit Auto Show Flashback: The Buzz

The North American International Auto Show is the talk of Detroit. Last week, the new cars and concepts were unveiled for press scrutiny. Gotryke Editor Tamara Warren did double duty for the New York Times Wheels Blog where you can read about the latest and greatest new products. Back in a flash from the Detroit press days. Here are the major trends I noticed: • Cool concepts were rare — the trend continued toward production geared vehicles. • Retro is not a good word... Read More

The Smoldering Porsche 918

I had a chance to check out the Porsche 918 concept and to chat with designer Michael Mauer.  He told me that it’s not hard to find inspiration to design Porsches.  From these luscious curves we agree.  The 918 is at the top of the list for best in show concept at the North American International Auto Show. Tweet This Post Read More

Gold Coast Trading x 23 Tribes

Have I mentioned my fondness for Emeka Alams’ Gold Coast Trading Company yet? I’ve been following the design developments for over a year now, and I admire the way GCTC is  branding itself - a little mystery, a lot of details, and always an overwhelming sense of origin. It’s a beautiful new take on global street wear, and in this case, a melding of cultural craftsmanship. Aztec mocs, lined with African wax cloth (via Europe, usually), for girls and boys alike.... Read More