Pimp my side. New York foodies with money to burn are transferring from the gravy train to the cranberry carriage this Thanksgiving, stopping at Old Homestead Steakhouse in Manhattan’s tony Meatpacking District to sample what’s being called “the world’s most expensive” sauce — which costs an arm and a turkey leg at nearly $200 per dollop. … Read more
This puts the “dough” in doughnut. New York City has been home to some ostentatious eats, from the $28 chicken nuggets at Codoqac to Sip & Guzzle’s $150 Wagyu cheeseburger. Now, Angelina Bakery is serving arguably the crown jewel of lush confections — a $300 gold and gem-encrusted Italian donut. Offered exclusively at the sweet … Read more
Don’t let the turkey gobble up your Thanksgiving budget. Those looking to get a good bang for their cluck ought to steer clear of Hawaii — home of the most expensive birds in the United States. That’s according to a recent survey by Finance Buzz, which wrangled prices from grocery stores nationwide to gauge how much … Read more
At these airports, IPA stands for “Insanely Pricey Ale.” Craving a cold one before your flight? You might want to avoid these New York airports, which are among the most expensive of any in America when it comes to buying a beer. A new study by Finance Buzz analyzed “regular-sized domestic” macrobrews — such as … Read more
Grandparents, start your savings. If you hope to be a grandparent one day, be sure to contribute a little more to your retirement fund because having grandchildren is an expense you may not have considered. A recent study organized by The Senior List revealed that grandparents spend an average of about $4,000 a year on … Read more
A new, fancy cocktail served in Chicago, Illinois, will set you back thousands. Adalina, a restaurant serving Italian cuisine to Windy City patrons, has debuted the expensive martini with a twist. Regardless of whether the drink is shaken, not stirred, the martini includes an exclusive piece of diamond jewelry. The restaurant, led by Top Chef … Read more
When Jessica dropped her young daughter, Victoria, off at her sister’s house for the afternoon, she was expecting everything to go well. Jessica had to work over the weekend, so she asked her sister – who has three kids of her own – if she could watch her daughter while she was away. But, as … Read more
This nosh requires more “bread” than most. As if the Big Apple didn’t have enough ritzy repastes of late, creative Japanese cocktail bar Sip & Guzzle is getting in on this gastronomic gold rush by selling a $150 beef sandwich that’s served on a golden platter. Dubbed the “Royale with Cheese,” the souped-up sammie was … Read more
How much would you expect to pay for an extra egg on the side of your breakfast? Alyssa Jayne from Australia claims she had to fork out $6 [$4.00 USD] for a single egg at a cafe recently after she realized the $13 [$9.00 USD] ‘eggs your way’ she ordered only came with one egg … Read more
Ay, car-rumba. A new study shows the cost of travel has skyrocketed since 2019 — with rental car prices far and away the most inflated, compared to pre-COVID. NerdWallet found that the expense of having your own wheels away from home was a whopping 39.3% higher in March 2024 versus five years ago, in March … Read more
These fruits are forbidden no more. Americans no longer need to fly to Japan to taste one of their $90 strawberries. For the first time ever, US customers can get the Asian nation’s famously pricey fruits delivered right to their doorstep, courtesy of a trailblazing Japanese startup called Ikigai Fruits. The supplier is currently offering … Read more
This is for the belle of the New Year’s Eve ball-ers. New York City’s Empire Steak House is “blinging” in the New Year with a lavish, $20,000 NYE feast for two featuring gold-wrapped steaks, bottomless Dom Pérignon and other ritzy dishes. “People want something unusual,” co-owner Jack Sinanaj, 53, told The Post of the iced-out … Read more
A woman has revealed her husband walked off, leaving her to deal with the fallout, after she accidentally ordered a cocktail that had a price tag of over two thousand dollars. Lynsey took to social media to reveal she, her husband and her sister had been staying at a five-star hotel in London for New … Read more
It cost a lot of cheddar. Don’t drizzle this on a Ritz cracker: A Spanish Cabrales blue cheese has broken the record for most expensive cheese ever after getting auctioned off for over $32,000 at a local cheese festival. “We knew we had a good cheese but also that it is very difficult to win,” … Read more
Only 34% of Americans have visited their primary care doctor in the past year. A new survey of 2,000 U.S. adults examined their biggest barriers to healthcare access. Out-of-pocket expenses were a major concern, with 53% stating this would impact their decision to not seek medical care if they needed it. Nearly half (49%) also … Read more
Diamonds, diamonds dancing at Michael Rubin’s all-white party. Chad Alexander Kwiatkowski, a watch influencer on TikTok under the handle @chad.alexander, revealed the cost of watches Hollywood elites wore to Fanatics CEO Rubin’s exclusive, star-studded Fourth of July bash in the Hamptons on July 4. In a 2-minute clip posted on TikTok, Kwiatkowski unveils each flossy timepiece — reportedly scaling … Read more
This is one bougie burger. A Philadelphia restaurant that opened on Friday is serving hamburgers with a $700 price tag. The delicacy — on the menu at the DBG, the Drury Beer Garden and dubbed the “Gold Standard” — is made of A5 Wagyu beef, caviar, truffle, lobster flambeed with Louis XIII cognac, gold leaf and … Read more
On a recent Saturday morning, the newly-minted 54D fitness studio on W. 25th St. was a hive of nervous and excited energy. The rubber turf was packed with adults of all ages and physiques, jockeying for space, stretching their hamstrings and mentally preparing for their sixth consecutive workout of the week. Latin music pumped through … Read more
The bigger the hole, the bigger the dough? Balenciaga is selling “dirty” outfits covered in holes — for over $5,000. The fashion house’s Summer 2023 collection has hit stores and features an “oversize jacket” and “super destroyed baggy trousers” with multiple pockets priced at nearly $3,000 and $2,300, respectively. The front of both pieces has … Read more
It seemed like a lot of money for such a crappy painting. An Anthony van Dyck piece found in a shed in upstate New York has sold for a staggering $3.1 million at auction. The long-lost work was auctioned off at Sotheby’s “Master Paintings Part 1” sale on Thursday, alongside pieces by Agnolo “Bronzino” di … Read more