LisaRaye Talks TV One and BMW

Actress LisaRaye caught up with our friends at Simply Rides about her new show “LisaRaye, The Real McCoy” on TV One and her love for BMWs. “My favorite cars are the cars that I can afford,” she says, and lists her modest fleet of Bimmers including a BMW 740, a BMW 645i and a BMW 525i. She also has a Rolls-Royce Phantom and a Range Rover in the garage. “My car of choice is — all of those, preferably in white.” LisaRaye also stars new VH1... Read More

The Dogs of Central Park: For Puppy Lovers

The daily dog show in Central Park has been documented. Fran Reisner’s book “The Dogs of Central Park” is due out in spring, in time for leash season. Parks commissioner, Adrian Benepe, penned the foreword. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to animal rescue organizations. Tweet This Post Read More

Senna: A Formula One Driver’s Life on Film

Brazilian Formula One driver Ayrton Senna is often described as the most talented, bold driver in the sport’s history.  In 1994, he had three world championships under his belt and a legion of devoted fans around the world, most notably in his native country. The Brazilian flag was never far from reach when he took his place on the podium. Then, at age 34, he crashed his Williams-Renault open wheel car into the wall at the San Marino Grand Prix on May 1, 1994. His death... Read More

Rag & Bone 2011 Fall Men’s Collection

rag & bone presented a collection layered in plaid, stripes and sky blues, canary yellow and tart reds for their fall men’s  line showing at New York Fashion Week. Elements of traditional haberdashery were modernized by chunky layers and campy accessories, such as the partially-zipped varsity jacket. Designers Marcus Wainwright and David Neville have grown into a sophisticated duo that capture the essence and whimsy of contemporary society with needle and thread,... Read More

The Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport Screams Vacation

Sometimes when I see a shot of beautiful car in a serene backdrop, I want to drop everything and run for the hills, or the water, or anywhere that seems ethereal. The Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport falls into that category.  More coming on this car, but first let me work on that vacation. Tweet This Post Read More

Electric Luxury: Rolls Royce 102EX

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars announced today that is developing a fully electric powered Phantom that will debut at the Geneva Motor Show on Mar. 1.  The car is identified by two names— the 102EX and the Phantom Experimental Electric (EE), and will tour four continents throughout 2011. We like the look of Electric Luxury, a microsite being launched by the company that will bring together the Rolls-Royce community in a sleek format for dialogue. The 102EX will be a one-off, a tester... Read More

2011 Audi S5: The Sweeter Things

At what point does a new car become classic? The 2011 Audi S5 falls in that category. I started my year off with a bang — test driving the Audi S5 in the thick of a New York winter, without a hitch. It’s the kind of car that draws you in, and makes you want to stay there. The two-door coupe design lends to the exterior’s curvaceous physique. The form language says sports, but not in an over-the-top weekend only way. There’s girth and substance to the shell. The... Read More

G-Star Raw at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

Tamara Warren checked out Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week on Saturday, with the automaker playing host. She captured a slice of the runway show on video. The Dutch designer is based in Amsterdam, but has a flair for the urban aesthetic. More on Tamara’s coverage here. Tweet This Post Read More

The Chrysler x Eminem X Detroit Superbowl Ad Everyone’s Talking About

“Imported from Detroit” — the message was clear. And that is an advertising pitch that’s good as gold, straight from a Mad Men script. It doesn’t take much to muster up Detroit pride for those that have called the city home and still do, particularly when it comes to our cars. The instant emotive reaction to the Chrysler 200 ad featuring Detroit and Eminem during the second half of the Super Bowl was something to behold on Twitter and Facebook — rappers,... Read More

New Wine: Cesari Jema 2005

The Corvina grapes create the essence of the majestic Cesari Jèma 2005. This dry still red wine is produced in the Valpolicella Classico region of Veneto, Italy.  Tart berries intertwine with cocoa, and coffee. The taste is full, textured and provocative.  The limited edition production wine is packaged in six-bottle wooden cases. I tasted Jema, and several other Cesari wines at the U.S debut with winemaker Deborah Cesari at Osteria del Circo in New York City. The menu... Read More