When the islands of Greece feel just a little too far away, Greca Estiatorio brings the magic closer to home—right in the heart of downtown White Plains. And this April, they’re turning up the Mediterranean heat with Savannah Nights, a dazzling evening of music, dance, and unforgettable vibes.
Set your calendar for Saturday, April 19th at 7:30 PM, and prepare to be transported.
🎶 A Night to Remember
This is not your average Saturday evening. The soundtrack of the night will be powered by DJ Serg and Nicky Amanooch, spinning beats that will have you dancing long past dessert.
And speaking of unforgettable performances—get ready for the mesmerizing moves of Valerie Levine, an incredible live belly dancer who brings all the grace and rhythm of the Mediterranean right to your table.
🍽️ More Than a Meal—It’s an Experience
Whether you’re out for a romantic dinner for two, a birthday bash, or just looking for a lively night out, Greca Estiatoriois the spot. Their warm yet elevated ambiance, amazing service, and imaginative Greek cuisine make every visit feel like a getaway.
Need another reason to go? Admission is free, and they even take care of the parking with complimentary valet service at the Opus Hotel across the street—yes, that’s free parking in downtown White Plains.
✨ Make Your Reservation
Tables will fill fast, and you do not want to miss this one. Call (914) 448-8800 to reserve your spot.
Whether it’s your first time at Greca or your fiftieth, Savannah Nights promises a one-of-a-kind evening of dancing, dining, and celebrating—Greek style.
Let the team at Greca take care of everything… you just show up ready to be wowed. 💃🇬🇷
You are invited to An Afternoon with Liz Lange. Please join us for an inspiring conversation and delicious lunch with celebrated fashion visionary, entrepreneur, author, investor, and podcast host, Liz Lange. AND current owner of the iconic (and fully restored) Grey Gardens!!!!!!!!
Liz Lange is an American fashion designer, entrepreneur, author, and podcast host. She is the CEO and Creative Director of Figue, a luxury resort-wear brand known for its bold prints and breezy sophistication. Lange acquired the female-led brand in 2020 with the goal of expanding its global reach and stylish offerings. She launched her career in 1997 with Liz Lange Maternity, revolutionizing maternity fashion and dressing A-list celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow and Julia Roberts. Her groundbreaking work included major licensing deals with Nike, Target, and HSN, making her a household name and retail innovator. Lange is also the author of Liz Lange’s Maternity Style and host of Sony’s acclaimed podcast The Just Enough Family. She’s been featured in Time, The New York Times, and Harvard Business Review, and is an active investor and advocate for cervical cancer awareness. She lives between NYC, East Hampton, and Palm Beach with her family. RSVP here
Please Join us For An Afternoon with Liz Lange. Tuesday, May 20th | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Orienta Restaurant, 55 Lewis Street, Greenwich, CT Guest Fee: $25 (via Venmo)Prix Fixe Lunch: $50 (payable at the restaurant) Space is very limited. DM or email me for more details ChristineO@kw.com. RSVP required. Kindly RSVP here
As the season turns and flowers begin to bloom, LOLA New York welcomes spring with a fresh, vibrant collection that captures the essence of effortless elegance and everyday chic. From standout fashion pieces to must-have accessories, LOLA has become the go-to destination for women seeking style and substance—with a personal touch.
A Curated Spring Collection for Every Occasion
This spring, LOLA New York’s collection is all about color, texture, and wearable trends. Shoppers can expect:
Flirty Florals – The Pamela Mini in Blue Tulip is a nod to classic spring style. Playful and feminine, it’s perfect for brunches, baby showers, or just a sunny afternoon stroll.
Pretty Pastels – The Jane Top in Pink adds a soft, feminine pop of color and pairs beautifully with everything from white denim to tailored shorts. It’s an easy, breezy spring staple.
Accessories That Speak Spring
No look is complete without a touch of personality, and LOLA’s accessory game is strong this season:
Woven Wonders – The Solana Woven Tote in Natural offers a laid-back luxe vibe that’s ideal for beach days, market runs, and weekend escapes.
Statement Jewelry – The Murano Collection Amazonite Circle Pendant brings a grounded elegance to any look. This 16″ gold vermeil necklace features a calming amazonite stone in a gold circle setting—subtle, sophisticated, and totally spring-ready.
Evening Essentials – Pieces like the Priscilla Woven Clutch in Nude are perfect for taking daywear into night with subtle sophistication.
Style Tips from the LOLA Team
LOLA’s in-house stylists encourage shoppers to:
Mix soft prints with structured basics for balance
Keep layering light with cardigans or cotton jackets
Use accessories to add polish and personality to minimalist looks
A One-Stop Shop for Spring Gifting & Events
LOLA New York is more than just a boutique—it’s an experience. The in-store curated personal shopping service ensures that each client receives tailored recommendations and styling support. Whether shopping for Easter brunch, Mother’s Day celebrations, or spring graduation parties, LOLA offers the full look—from head-to-toe outfits to unique gifts galore.
And for those putting the finishing touch on a thoughtful present? LOLA always offers complimentary gift wrapping, making it truly effortless to gift in style.
Browse the latest arrivals online at lolany.com or visit in-store to experience LOLA’s spring magic firsthand.
Serena Uziyel is a Turkish designer celebrated for her luxury shoes, bags, and accessories that artfully blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. From a young age, she was inspired by her family’s dedication to artistry; her great aunts operated a millinery shop in Istanbul’s Beyoglu district, crafting custom hats for the local elite.
After graduating from Parsons School of Design in New York, Serena honed her shoemaking skills in Italy, working alongside master artisans. Her passion for reviving ancient techniques is evident in her designs, which often feature intricate handcrafted details. For instance, her signature chain embellishments are created using a meticulous wrapping method that can take up to 35 hours to complete, ensuring each piece is unique.
In May 2024, Serena opened her first U.S. boutique at 444 Broome Street in New York City, a location she chose due to her personal connection to the neighborhood from her student days. The store’s design, conceived by architectural designer Esra Guray and interior designer Vivian Elvaşvili, features natural oak elements and neutral-toned upholstered shelves, creating a minimalist backdrop that highlights the brand’s exquisite products.
Serena Uziyel’s collections embody a fusion of heritage craftsmanship and modern sophistication, resulting in exquisite footwear and handbags that feel both timeless and innovative. Her designs often feature intricate embellishments such as handwoven leather, silk-thread detailing, and signature sculptural chainwork, a testament to her dedication to artistry. Among her standout pieces, the Catena Sandals remain a best-seller—these elegantly handcrafted heels showcase the brand’s signature chain embroidery, a technique that requires meticulous handiwork to achieve a refined yet bold aesthetic. Alongside these statement shoes, Serena Uziyel also offers beautifully structured clutch bags, like the Catena Day To Night Clutch, and practical yet luxurious woven leather totes, perfect for those who appreciate both craftsmanship and functionality. Whether it’s a red carpet moment or an everyday luxury, her designs exude a sense of refined individuality, making them a favorite among fashion connoisseurs worldwide.
For those interested in exploring Serena Uziyel’s collections, her products are available at the following retail locations:
United States:
New York:
444 Broome Street, New York, NY 10013
Madison Avenue 80 Madison Avenue, between 66th and 67th
Florida:
Town Center at Boca Raton, Boca Raton, FL
Additionally, her collections are accessible online through her official website:
Whether visiting a boutique or browsing online, Serena Uziyel offers a range of meticulously crafted accessories that celebrate heritage and contemporary design.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by clutter or stressed at the thought of moving? You’re definitely not alone! Fortunately, there’s a team out there dedicated to transforming chaos into order—meet We Heave Ho. Based on their website, weheaveho.com, this organizing company specializes in making your life easier through three main services: Organize & Declutter, Moving Management, and Occupied Staging.
OFFICE BEFORE
OFFICE AFTER
Organize & Declutter: Transform Your Space
Clutter can do more than just mess up your room—it can also add stress to your everyday life. With We Heave Ho’s Organize & Declutter service, the first step to a better space is a personalized assessment of your environment. And what happens to all the stuff? They have created their own sustanaible donation bags. In 2024 they used 2,000 alone!!!!!! Here’s how they help YOU reclaim your home:
Space Assessment: They take the time to understand how you use your space and pinpoint areas that need attention.
Tailored Planning: No two homes are alike, so expect a customized strategy that addresses your unique challenges.
System Implementation: They don’t just tidy up; they create efficient systems that help you maintain an organized space long after the initial decluttering.
Moving Management: Stress-Free Relocation
Moving is one of life’s more challenging transitions, but with We Heave Ho on your side, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Their Moving Management service is designed to provide comprehensive support. They work with your moving comany, pack and unpack and set up the new house!
Detailed Planning: From start to finish, every step of your move is meticulously planned so nothing is left to chance.
Careful Coordination: Their team ensures that every item—from your cherished mementos to your everyday essentials—is packed, moved, and placed with utmost care.
Customized Solutions: Whether you’re moving locally or across town, they adapt their services to meet your specific needs.
Visual Insight: Think of an image that shows a well-organized move, where every box and piece of furniture is perfectly managed.
Occupied Staging: Elevate Your Home’s Appeal
Selling your home or simply looking to refresh your living space? Occupied Staging might just be the solution you need. We Heave Ho works closely wth the reator to prep a home for their photos as they pack.
MOVE IN:SET UP
Why Trust We Heave Ho?
At the heart of We Heave Ho’s approach is a commitment to personalized solutions and stress reduction. Here’s why you can feel confident choosing them:
Tailored Solutions: Every home is unique, and so is every service they provide.
Professional Execution: Their attention to detail means every step—from organizing a move and to unpacking and setting up a new home—is handled with care.
Stress Reduction: Their goal is to simplify your life, turning a potentially overwhelming process into a manageable, even enjoyable, experience.
In a world where our living spaces can sometimes become a source of stress, We Heave Ho stands out as a beacon of order and calm. Whether you’re looking to declutter your space, help to manage a move seamlessly, or work beside your realtor, their services are designed to cater to your specific needs.
Ready to embrace a more organized, stress-free life? Head over to We Heave Ho and discover how their expertise can transform your home—and your life. Sometimes, all it takes is a little help to make everything click into place!
When it comes to luxury real estate, what you don’t see might just be the most exciting part. Enter pocket listings—exclusive, off-market properties that never hit the MLS. These quiet, high-end gems are often reserved for a select group of buyers, and navigating this discreet market requires serious insider knowledge.
Luckily, Julie Grace Burke knows pocket listings inside and out. With years of experience and deep local connections, Jule and her team have become go-to experts for those looking to buy or sell off-market properties. She recently shared some of her expertise with us, giving an inside look at how these exclusive deals work—and why they matter more than ever in today’s competitive real estate landscape.
Stay tuned for more expert tips from Julie coming soon!
What exactly is a pocket listing, and how does it differ from traditional listings?
A pocket listing – otherwise known as a private listing or off-market listing – is a property that a seller is marketing very quietly through their agent (or on rare occasion by themselves – though I certainly don’t recommend that approach!) without putting it on the MLS. Zillow or any other public facing listing aggregators
Why do some sellers choose to list their homes off-market rather than on the MLS?
Privacy: High-profile sellers or those who don’t want a lot of public attention may prefer to keep their sale discreet.
Exclusive Buyers: Some sellers want to limit showings to serious, qualified buyers.
Market Testing: A seller might use a pocket listing to gauge interest before officially listing the home.
How prevalent are pocket listings in the Greenwich real estate market?
We are increasingly finding that sellers are interested in taking advantage of the opportunity to control the traffic coming through the door of their home, and buyers are willing to pay a (reasonable) premium in order to secure a property and “keep it off the market.” Tolerance for bidding wars and “highest & best” deadlines has waned dramatically as buyers feel defeated and sellers, at times, simply overwhelmed. Last year approximately 20% of all home sales were off-market (and those are the ones we were able to sniff out, so I suspect that number may even be higher…).
Do you find that pocket listings sell faster or for higher prices compared to publicly listed properties?
To be perfectly honest, May Burke from the COMPASS Rye office said it best: in almost every case there was a winner and a loser, but you will honestly never know which was which!
In this market which is characterized by a total dearth of inventory, any and all properly priced listings will sell. Did the buyer get a great deal? Hard to say. Did the seller come away with a bonus? No one knows. One thing is for sure – except in the rarest of circumstances, without fully exposing a property to the marketplace and engaging in the fair and open “auction” which is really what a home sale entails, there is no way of knowing for sure exactly what the fair market value truly is or was.
What are the advantages and potential downsides of pocket listings for sellers?
I think the potential downside is the same for both sellers & buyers – you will never really know if the property fetched the precise number that the market was willing to bear since you didn’t truly expose it to the maximum number of potential buyers.
How do buyers gain access to exclusive pocket listings, and what strategies should they use?
The first step is finding excellent representation. It is highly unlikely that a buyer will find out about any pocket listings on their own. In general, many agents may have an opportunity to find out about private offerings within their own firm, but in working with a truly top agent in any given community (I would consider that to be landing in perhaps the top 5-10% of all licensed agents on a dollar volume basis, as a guidepost) your opportunity expands. Many sellers keep their listings quiet as they only want qualified and serious buyers coming through with local agents who have proven that they can seamlessly and expeditiously close a deal. These top agents will be sure that peer agents across other brokerages are informed and can help facilitate a smooth transaction.
Along these lines, one of the simplest ways for buyers to gain access to a variety of “quiet” listings is to search exclusively through the COMPASS web site which features hundreds of COMPASS Private Exclusives. Working with a COMPASS agent will give a buyer access to all of these beautiful properties. COMPASS is the #1 brokerage in the country, and as it is wholly owned and not franchised, we are all under the same collaborative umbrella. Most of our agents (including me!) are now starting out their listings as a “Private Exclusive” on the COMPASS platform, which exposes the property only to COMPASS agents – but don’t worry, we have over 33,000 of them – the most in the country! Not only are COMPASS agents seeing the private listings in their local area, but we can see Private Exclusives anywhere in the country…Palm Beach, Aspen, Boston…you name it. By working with a COMPASS agent, you can, too.
How do you leverage your network to connect buyers with pocket listings?
See above!
The single most important consideration here is to understand the reputation of your agent among their peers. Are they widely respected, considered to be ethical, honest and open communicators, capable, flexible, and easy to work with? On several occasions, for example, I have emerged victorious from a multiple bid situation where the offer submitted by my buyers was not the highest dollar amount, but the listing broker(s) know that I can be relied on to get the deal done as quickly and painlessly as possible by working in a collaborative manner. Smart agents know that “winning” is not solely about the offer, but about the offer that is most likely to close under the terms that are most attractive to the sellers.
