NYC Food Bites: By CHLOE.

Calling All Food Lovers. (which means practically everyone)

I like food, you like food, we all like food. I've decided to introduce a new segment on this blog called NYC Food Bites in order to display all of the diverse dining options that this wonderful, melting-pot city has to offer. Although this blog's focus is fashion, there's no denying the beautiful art that is food, and all the components that come with it. And besides, food is always a topic of conversation and interest, so why not chronicle it.

Today's NYC Food Bite comes to you courtesy of a vegan restaurant called "by Chloe.". The restaurant, founded by celebrated chef and cookbook author Chloe Coscarelli, owes it's popular reputation amongst New Yorker's thanks to the menu's "100% vegan, all natural, plant-based" food options. Delicious and nutritious is always a winning combination among today's "health-crazed" population, so you can say that Chef Chloe (as she is liked to be called) has struck gold within the New York City environment.

Set on a quaint corner of Greenwich Village, the restaurant offers a comforting environment for people of all ages to come in, grab a bite to eat, engage in conversation or type away at your laptop. Chef Chloe also makes the experience for her customers more enjoyable as she is often seen making rounds around the restaurant. If you see her radiant smile don't be afraid to say hello.

*"Compliments to the chef."

by CHLOE.

185 Bleecker Street, New York, NY 10012

(212) 290-8000

5th Annual Intern Queen Party In NYC

The highly-anticipated annual Intern Queen Party hosted by Intern Queen, Lauren Berger took place at 404 Event Space on July 27th.

The event has been held every year by Lauren Berger, since 2011, in an effort to provide the opportunity to interns, or intern hopefuls to gain more resources in order to become successful in their intern ventures. Her website, www.internqueen.com serves as a platform for students to access and apply to internships provided with added advice and content on how to be successful in high school, college and post-grad experiences.

The event drew a large crowd of driven and passionate individuals who intern for a vast array of companies from Women's Health to Marie Claire. This year's rockstar panel consisted of internship coordinators and executives from Macys, Dell, Buzzfeed, NBC Universal, Glamour Gals, AMP3 PR, Digitas, Sirius XM Radio that provided the interns and potential interns with sound advice that they would need to move forward in their careers.

The evening was eventful and inspiring, without a doubt. Be sure to stop by next year for a night that you will never forget! Special thanks to host, Lauren Berger and 404 Event Space.

Check out pictures from the event below! 

Host and "Intern Queen", Lauren Berger.

Blogger Larissa May of "Livin Like Larz" (pictured left).

Youtuber Lanie of "Life Of Lanie".

Rustic Nautical.

Yellow House, Blue Window.

The quaint and vibrant Gorée Island is home not only to a triumphant history and culture, but also bears numerous picturesque locations (some secluded, some communal). Today's snapshot was inspired by one of those very hidden treasures in the form of a rustic yellow house.

Gorée Island

Gorée Island.

Far off in the harbor of Dakar, Senegal's capital city, lies "Île de Gorée" (as known in French), or "Gorée Island", a blissful oasis set on the island of the country's best in abundant beaches, prosperous culture and rich history.

The island's chronicled past was once a port hub to the colonial, Atlantic slave trade that took place during the 17th century. Roaming the island's narrow streets and visiting the infamous "House of Slaves" (which has archived visits from multiple world leaders, respectively), one incurs an impactful experience of the strong, and often painful, history the island once obtained and, now, celebrates the powerful emancipation and breakthrough belonging to the people of Senegal. The island itself boasts an alluring charm that attracts hundreds of tourists to it everyday. This melody of charm consists of vibrant-colored, historical buildings, comforting beaches, decadent restaurants and numerous cultural destinations. 

A trip to Dakar is not complete without a visit to Gorée Island, check out shots of the sublime island below!

"House of Slaves"

Palace Royale.

A Royal Breeze.

The location for today's look of the day was taken at the King Fahd Palace in Dakar. The King Fahd Palace is Dakar's crown jewel in luxury hotels (among many others), notably for the elite guests that stay at this venue ranging from presidents, musicians and celebrities alike. A regal hotel such as this one most surely boasts an equally breath-taking landscape, with the ocean stretching out among its sprawled out, lush green gardens. I kept my look today all black, with a structured crop top (MANGO), denims (LEVI'S), in order to highlight my chrome silver heels (Topshop) and color-blocking bag (MP). Check it out below for outfit inspiration!

-Taken at King Fahd Palace in Dakar.