I secretly ate up the experience of the US Open by watching it on my phone.  The fashion, the celebrities – the grandeur of it all – I had to get back to being a professional consumer.  And, just when I thought I was sufficiently satisfied, the cocktail hero of the US Open came across my radar.

Enter the Honey Deuce™.  It's the official drink of the US Open, blending perfectly with the tennis tournament’s spirit of sophisticated indulgence.

I’ve yet to try the official iconic libation, but my husband has learnt how to make it at home.  If you’ve ever sipped on a Honey Deuce cocktail, you know it’s not just a drink: it’s a summer sensation with a name that sticks to your memory like honey to a bee.

When I think of Yoga, I think of self-care and calm, both of which do not come naturally to me. Based on my interactions with dedicated enthusiasts, yoga is a tried-and-true practice that encourages self-realization, mindfulness and general well-being—all things that I would surely benefit from. Yet, what fascinates me the most is that yoga appears to have transcended borders and cultures and has become a source of serious business. How did this happen?

As I pondered the matter, Bikram Choudhury came to mind. Aside from Mr. Bikram’s controversies which, of course, have been well-documented in a Netflix documentary, I pondered the extent to which Bikram influenced the popularity of the yoga practice.

Lucky: (1) Having good things happen to you by chance.

Every time someone says, “you’re so lucky”, in response to how I have structured my professional and personal life, a quick smile flashes across my face. Success achieved: I am believable. Internally, I cringe and shed a silent tear because I feel like a faker. I know the power of smoke and mirrors.

As someone afflicted by “wanderlust”, I am constantly met with the challenge of communicating in foreign countries. 

With the increased rate of globalization, fueled by the ease of e-commerce (among other factors), it is imperative that brand owners understand their branding needs at the earliest opportunity.

As I inch closer to my midlife crisis, I find myself in a sea of friends and acquaintances who are having (and naming) babies. Being privy to the long list, the names that have been struck from the list must, surely, each have a reason for being rejected.

I love clever shows. I love allegories.

Aside from the clever writing and beautiful cinematography, something deeper resonated within while watching “The Queen’s Gambit”. Was this because my experience and departure from big law was like a game of chess?

As I inch closer to my midlife crisis, I find myself in a sea of friends and acquaintances who are having (and naming) babies. Being privy to the long list, the names that have been struck from the list must, surely, each have a reason for being rejected.

My love for all things wine comes naturally. With French roots and having married a “mezzo Italiano” (half-Italian), it’s in my blood. So, it should come as no surprise that when Michael popped the question, our engagement photoshoot would occur in a vineyard.