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An Evening at Ambra

by Edward Anthony December 18, 2023
written by Edward Anthony

Recently, The Knockturnal had the pleasure of dining at brand-new West Village hotspot Ambra Cucina Italiana.

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Fashion Week Party Scene: From Isaac Likes’ I Like You Bash to Paper Magazine’s Relaunch Dinner and Siriano Dinner

by Kaia Harley September 13, 2023
written by Kaia Harley
New York City has been buzzing for a week straight with New York Fashion Week in full throttle. Parties have been covering the city nightly, with fashion shows and presentations layered in each day. From the PAPER Magazine dinner to the annual Isaac Likes party with FREE AF at Georgia Room, to Siriano, also hosting his dinners at new West Village hotspot featuring Chef John DeLucie of Waverly Inn notoriety.

 

Isaac Likes hosted his Annual I Like You Party with FREE AF beverages at The Georgia Room on September 8th.
On Friday, September 8th, Isaac Likes hosted his annual I LIKE YOU Fashion Week bash presented by Free AF hosted by Ella Priya and Hailey Sani. Guests such as Never Have I Ever star Darren Barnet and social media star David Dobrik attended the bash and enjoyed Free AF non-alcoholic drinks and mocktails, at The Georgia Room. Silent Addy and Dwells also performed Dj sets alongside Isaac Likes.  A Chilled AF ice sculpture and other fun elements filled the annual bash, offering exciting photo ops for guests. The event featured the Free AF non-alcoholic Apero Spritz, Paloma and Vod%a Spritz. (Photos above by Michael Simon/Stratraks)

 

Christian Siriano hosted an exclusive dinner at Ambra, the new West Village eatery, following his runway show. The intimate dinner held for designer Christian Siriano took place on September 8th.  Guests such as Janet Jackson, Alicia Silverstone, Sarah Hyland, Laverne Cox, Padma Lakshmi, Coco Rocha and many more enjoyed homemade Italian fare by notable chef John DeLucie at the dinner party. Cocktail offerings by Jameson Black Barrel Whiskey (the “Fashionable Old Fashioned”), El Cristiano Tequila (XR Espresso Martini) and rose wine by Sainte Marguerite, plus Peroni Italian Beer, paired perfectly with the delicious pastas, antipasti, fish, veggie and poultry dishes, with special vegan items also served. Following Siriano’s dinner, the group headed to party at The Ned NoMad…more to follow on that bash later!  (Photos above by Leandro Justen)

 

A few days prior to the Siriano dinner, Ambra opened its Greenwich Village doors at the corner of Hudson Street and West 11th to celebrate the news that PAPER magazine was back, and the announcement of new Editor In Chief Justin Moran. The dinner for 50 guests included a who’s who of the downtown influencer and art notable scene, with PAPER legend Mickey Boardman in attendance, Philip Bloch, Nico Tortorella, Miss Madeline, Sergio Farias, Fatima Cuellar, Emilia Silberg, and many more, with music by Valentin Lamar.  Guests at the PAPER dinner also sipped on Jameson Black Barrel, Peroni, El Cristiano, Wines by Illyria, and Su Casa Mezcal. (photos above by Matt Weinberger)

 

Laverne Cox at Siriano dinner at Ambra
Janet Jackson and Christian Siriano at Ambra
Siriano Dinner at Ambra
PAPER Dinner - Table scape at Ambra
Siriano Dinner - Guests enjoying Cocktails
Peroni, Sainte Margeurite and Wines by Illyria at Ambra
Jameson Black Barrel at Ambra x PAPER
Peroni, El Cristiano, Jameson and Sainte Margeurite at Ambra
PAPER Dinner - Sergio Farias and Fatima Cuellar
PAPER Dinner - Chef John DeLucie
PAPER Dinner - El Cristiano
Dinner guest at Ambra enjoying Jameson
Justin Moran and Nico Tortorella at Ambra
Darren Barnet with Free AF at Georgia Room
David Dobrik and friends with Free AF at Georgia Room
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