Each week, Alexa provides a curated guide to the best fashion drops, hotel openings, restaurant debuts, and cultural events in NYC. The focus is on the most exciting things to see, shop, taste, and experience around the city. Some of the luxury highlights this week include a new spot from the Cervos team, a jewelry collaboration with The Met, and comfortable shoes that are not sneakers in the Flatiron district.
For those who can’t get into Cervos, there is a new spot called Eel Bar located around the corner on Broome Street. Inspired by the region where Northern Spain and France meet, Eel Bar offers delicious dishes such as shrimp and egg Gildas, ham and cheese croquetas, fried mussels on the half shell, and black rice a la plancha. The menu is perfectly paired with a selection of wines, vermouths, and classic cocktails like the filthy martini. Eel Bar provides a new dining experience that captures the essence of the Iberian Peninsula.
A summer show at Demisch Danant in the Village showcases unique bronze pieces by both late and contemporary artists. This historical material has been used to create stunning designs that are cool to the touch. Visitors can explore works by renowned artists like Jacques Dumond, Maria Pergay, and César, along with contemporary pieces by Sheila Hicks and Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance. The exhibition runs through August 17, offering a glimpse into the timeless beauty of bronze art.
Rothy’s, a brand known for its sustainable and comfortable footwear made from recycled materials, has opened its third and largest store in the Flatiron district. The store features environmentally conscious designs, such as fabrics knitted in Rothy’s factory and artworks by Mexican artist collective Caralarga. The eco-friendly space showcases energy-efficient lighting, recycled paint, FSC Certified wood, and Marmoleum flooring. Rothy’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in both their products and store design.
Catbird has launched its second collection with The Metropolitan Museum of Art, featuring wearable jewelry made from recycled materials. The pieces were inspired by themes from The Costume Institute’s exhibition “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.” Designed using locally sourced recycled gold and diamonds, the collection includes items like the Pearl Plum charm and the Moonstone Bubble necklace. Catbird’s sustainable practices and artistic collaborations continue to resonate with customers who appreciate ethical and stylish jewelry.
Lebanese-French designer Najla El Zein’s exhibition “Opacity, Transparency, and Everything in Between” at Friedman Benda showcases her first foray into creating pieces in glass. Known for working with stone, El Zein’s glass sculptures, named “Ensemble(s),” were crafted in Amsterdam. Despite the challenges of working with glass, she managed to create over a dozen substantial pieces that add a new dimension to her portfolio. The exhibition runs through August 9 and offers a glimpse into the artist’s evolving creative process and experimentation with materials.
