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Once upon a time in 2016, Matt Levy, founder of Covert Cocktail Club, hosted a secret speakeasy as an intimate place for strangers to gather in his home. The only way to find out about it was via word of mouth. No address was given, the only clue being a sign placed in the window, “Cocktails Here”. A lot of people thought it was pretty cool, even before The New York Times wrote about it. But that was all pre-pandemic, and this is a new era. Liberated from the confines of a single location, Covert Cocktail Club now brings the speakeasy right to your door—be it at your home, office, bar mitzvah, dinner party, bachelor/ette party or anywhere you choose!

Located in New York City’s founding neighborhood, Pier 17 is drenched in history. A stone’s throw from the Financial District and The World Trade Center, the area has more recently been synonymous with Wall Street workers and tourists visiting the 9/11 Memorial. But this summer changes all that with the re-launch of Pier 17 at the Seaport District NYC. Home to the Seaport Museum and the city’s largest concentration of restored maritime buildings, Pier 17 is being reclaimed for New Yorkers via dynamic food, drink, art, architecture, retail, and entertainment concepts that foster community and engage the city’s denizens, year-round. Pier 17 and the surrounding Seaport District comes out of its tourist trap shadows as its new tenants incorporate the neighborhood’s rich past, while embracing its future as a port of discovery. For history buffs, Pier 17 is one of the most interesting places in NYC. The economic growth of New York in the first half of the 19th century was driven by the Port of New York’s position as an import–export exchange and cargo center for emerging American and global markets. The Seaport and Pier 17 became a gateway for international shipping, maritime activities and the wholesale fish trade. South Street was known as the “Street of Ships” and the Wavertree, which is docked alongside Pier 17 to this day, arrived in New York City in 1895 en route to Calcutta with jute cargo aboard. The ship was acquired by the South Street Seaport Museum in 1968 and went through a 16-month, $13 million restoration. “These are the kinds of ships that built New York,” says Jonathan Boulware, executive director of the South Street Seaport Museum. A hub of commercial virtue (the finance, sea trade and printing press businesses were all located in this dense port) and accompanying vice (the area is home to some of the city’s oldest drinking dens, which played host to all manner of illicit activities back in the day), the Seaport was the first 24-hour district in New York, hence the phrase “the city that never sleeps”.

In 1992, New York Offstage began, when founder, Bev Sambrotto, left her role as Assistant Director of Visitor Services at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Her tenure at Lincoln Center gave her invaluable experience as a producer of refined cultural events. This experience included talent recruitment and coordination with world-class talent from Lincoln Center’s companies, cutting edge event planning and production for Fortune 500 corporations, and creative, interactive program content for patrons, and international travel and luxury group clients. New York Offstage flourished as the industry leader in these immersive, behind-the-scenes experiences showcasing New York’s cultural world. As the company grew it was evident that its services and business model could be copied in other leading cultural destinations and in 2007 the brand was renamed The Offstage Group. Until 2012 The Offstage Group served groups of all sizes. The company had weathered several economic downturns and as a safeguard changed its business model to include memorable experiences for individual travelers. Your VIP Pass was born!

Extraordinary was born from a singular, ambitious vision: to assemble the most creative collective of event professionals on the planet. We believe that exceptional events are the result of elite talent working in perfect unison. With centuries of combined in-house expertise, our team provides an unparalleled depth of knowledge across the entire event lifecycle—from initial creative sparks to breathtaking design, production, and captivating entertainment. Whether orchestrating an intimate gathering for 10 or a large-scale production for thousands, our commitment to excellence is unwavering. Based in major hubs across the United States, we partner with the world’s most recognizable brands and agencies to turn "visions" into seamless, high-production realities. We don't just plan events; we deliver nothing short of an extraordinary experience, every single time.

I'm a NYC-based magician and mentalist specializing in corporate events, conferences, galas, holiday parties, and product launches. I do close-up magic, stage shows, or both, depending on what your event calls for. What planners tell me they notice most: I fit. I mingle with guests the way a good colleague would, pull them into the experience, and leave the room buzzing. No awkward "gather around" moments. No one sitting on the sidelines on their phones. Past clients include Snapchat, Spotify, Newsweek, Infosys, Credit Industriel et Commercial, Meta, Warner Bros. Discovery, Asana, plus others you're definitely familiar with. "You mingle with the staff so seamlessly. Everyone loves interacting with you and being part of the magic." -- Mary G., Chief Human Resources Officer, Credit Industriel et Commercial "He blew people's minds and added a lot of value to the night." -- Shelby T., Senior Event Producer, Newsweek Based in Brooklyn, available nationwide.

Great events start with unforgettable food—and that’s where we shine. At Fresh Julienne Catering, we turn your vision into a seamless, flavor-packed experience your guests will rave about long after the last bite. From high-energy corporate lunches to intimate celebrations, we handle everything: menu design, expert chefs, beautiful setup, smooth service, and spotless cleanup. You show up, enjoy, and take the credit—we’ve got the rest covered. Weddings, office catering, private parties, cultural events, or just an excuse to gather—we bring creativity, variety, and serious flavor to every table. ✨ Bold menus. ✨ Stress-free planning. ✨ NYC-level excellence. Let’s make your next event deliciously unforgettable.

Serving New York City over 33 years our handcrafted menu takes cuisine and cocktails from around the world with an elevated twist you’ll only find at B|STRO 38. Located in the heart of New York City, just steps from Times Square, we invite you to join us for a quick bite, happy hour or an evening of delicious food that will delight your tastebuds.

Encore provides creative, production and event technology services to create events that transform. Encore creates memorable event experiences that engage and transform organizations. As the global leader for event technology and production services, Encore’s team of creators, innovators and experts deliver real results through strategy and creative, advanced technology, digital, environmental, staging, and digital solutions for hybrid, virtual and in-person events of any type.

“The Chelsea was like a dollhouse in the Twilight Zone, with a hundred rooms, each a small universe.” PATTI SMITH

Renwick Hospitality Group is a New York City based owner-operations leader. With a keen focus on innovation in food & beverage, Renwick Hospitality Group helms its outlets with unparalled passion and precision. Exceptional talent and curated experiences propel the customer-oriented ethos embodied within. Highly sought after by hoteliers and companies alike, Renwick Hospitality Group provides the insight and practical executions necessary to achieve success in all realms of hospitality and beyond.