Each week, the curated guide to the best things to see, shop, taste, and experience in New York City is updated with the latest fashion drops, hotel openings, restaurant debuts, and celebrity-studded cultural happenings. The luxury list for the week includes the opening of a UK wellness brand on Bleecker Street, a new collaboration from Todd Snyder, and the reopening of a legendary French bistro on the Upper East Side that has been a staple of the neighborhood since 1937.
Le Veau d’Or, a storied eatery that has been frequented by Grace Kelly, Oleg Cassini, James Beard, Jacqueline Onassis, and Marlene Dietrich, recently reopened under new ownership after being owned by three families over the years. The menu remains a prix fixe offering with a choice of appetizers, entrees, and desserts, along with an expanded wine list curated by a James Beard-nominated wine director. The $125 prix fixe menu includes an appetizer, entree, and dessert for a fine dining experience in the city.
Fans of Naturopathica, a clean beauty brand, can rejoice at the opening of a third New York City spa location at the Chatwal hotel in midtown. Signature treatments include botanical facials, massages, body treatments, and wellness rituals, all using the brand’s renowned skincare products. The spa also features an indoor current pool, jacuzzi, steam showers, and a fitness center, offering a luxurious spa experience for guests of the hotel or those looking for a relaxing escape in the city.
Todd Snyder has collaborated with John Hardy to create a capsule collection inspired by the sea, featuring pendants, bracelets, and signet rings crafted with a new “tumbled archive” finish. The collection, ranging from $550 to $995, pays homage to the nautical heritage of the East Coast and is available at select retail locations and online. The pieces evoke a summer vibe, reminiscent of being weathered by the sea air, adding a touch of coastal elegance to any wardrobe.
The Studio Museum in Harlem recently debuted “Something in the Water: Expanding the Walls 2024,” showcasing the work of sixteen artists from the teen photography program. The exhibit explores themes of place, space, and personal change, capturing urban landscapes, communities, and personal transformations through a lens of everyday moments shared among families, peers, and the city. The exhibit runs through July 30, 2025, offering a unique perspective on navigating change and growth through art.
Neom, an organic beauty and home fragrance company founded in the UK, recently opened its first-ever “Wellbeing Hub” in the West Village on Bleecker Street. The 481 square-foot storefront is divided into categories based on wellbeing goals, offering products for better sleep, less stress, more energy, and mood boost. Complimentary hand and arm massages, wellness pods, and samples of hero products are available at the hub, allowing visitors to experience the benefits of Neom’s holistic approach to wellness firsthand. The company, known for its cult following and B Corp. certification, aims to promote overall wellbeing through its range of products and services.
