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  • People I've Seen While Out on the Quest by Tia Walker (unless otherwise notated)
  • 07.08.09-7:43 pm, Ashely Turen, Seen! Designer Ashley Turen as she posed for the flash @ the A. Turen Store Grand Opening, Lower Eastside, New York, NY
  • 07.01.09-8:15 pm, Genevieve Jones, Seen! Socialista turned Jewelry Designer Genevieve Joens as she spoke on her cell standing in the entry way @ Mercer Kitchen, Soho, New York
  • 06.30.09-9:05pm, John Mahdessian, Seen! Madame Paulette President John Mahdessian as he posed for photogrpahers at hte entry way @ Cancer 101 Benefit, Bowery Hotel, New York, NY
  • 06.30.09-8:26pm, Designer Miguelina Gambaccini, Seen! Designer Miguelina Gambaccini as she was greeted by friends and fans upon her entrance @ Cancer 101 Benefit, Bowery Hotel, New York, NY
  • 06.30.09-8:26pm, Cleo Jung, Seen!Cleo Spa & Salon Owner Cleo Jung looking radiant as she spoke with friends @ Cancer 101 Benefit, Bowery Hotel, New York, NY
  • 06.25.09-10:42 pm, Actress Paula Patton & Singer Robin Thicke, Seen! Actress Paula Patton & Singer Robin Thicke as they posed on the step and repeat for photgrpahers and fans@ Sobe Summer Fridays, Stephen Weiss Gallery, New York, NY
  • 06.25.09-10:40 pm, Matt Levine, Seen!The Eldridge Owner Matt Levine as he spoke with friends near the venue entrance@ Sobe Summer Fridays@ Stephen Weiss Gallery, New York, NY
  • 06.25.09-10:40 pm,DJ Serebe, Seen! Celeb DJ Serebe as he awaited the start of the Robin Thicke performance, Sobe Summer Fridays @ Stephen Weiss Gallery, New York, NY
  • 06.24.09-7:03 pm, Jennifer Creel, Seen! New York Social & Accessories Designer Jennifer Creel as she displayed her collection for guests @ Modo for Jennifer Creel at Bergdorf Goodman, Bergdorf Goodman, New York, NY
  • 06.24.09, 7:00 pm, Andrew Saffir & Danie Benedict, Seen! New York Power Couple Andrew Saffir & Daniel Benedict as they exited a private car and entered the 5th Avenue entrance @ Modo for Jennifer Creel at Bergdorf Goodman, Bergdorf Goodman, New York, NY
  • 06.23.09,9:15 pm, Mosaka Williamson, Seen! Socially Superlative Founder/Editor Mosaka Williamson as she greeted guests @ Socailly Superlative 1 Year Anniversary benefiting City Harvest, Inc. Lounge, New York, NY
  • 06.23.09,8:18 pm, Lucy Liu, Seen! Actress Lucy Liu as she passed through the multitudes after viweing the exhibit @ Persol INCOGNITO Exclusive Preview Whitney Museum of Art, New York, NY
  • 06.23.09, 8:10 pm,Sky Nellor, Seen! Celeb DJ Sky Nellor as she selected a cocktail from a tray of several @ Persol INCOGNITO Exclusive Preview Whitney Museum of Art, New York, NY
  • 06.23.09, 8:08 pm,Matt Dillon, Seen! Actor Matt Dillon as he spoke with friends@ Persol INCOGNITO Exclusive Preview Whitney Museum of Art, New York, NY
  • 06.23.09-7:30 pm, Designer Kevin Christiana, Seen! Designer Kevin Christiana as he posed on the Step & Repeat @ SECOND TIME AROUND Store Opening Party 262 Mott Street, New York, NY
  • 06.20.09, 8:51 pm,John Bartlett, Seen! Designer John Bartlett as he posed for the cameras with Donny Deutsch @ The 10th Annual LOVE HEALS at Luna Farm Event Polish Hall, Southampton, NY
  • 06.20.09, 8:45 pm, Donny Deutsch, Seen! CNBC Media Personality Donny Deutsch walking through the huge crowd @ The 10th Annual LOVE HEALS at Luna Farm Event Polish Hall, Southampton, NY
  • 06.20.09, 8:16 pm,Richard Johnson, Seen! Revered Page Six Editor Richard Johnson as he chowed down on a bit of BBQ @ The 10th Annual LOVE HEALS at Luna Farm Event Polish Hall, Southampton, NY
  • 06.10.09, 8:32 pm, Kanye West, Seen! Mega-Recording Artist/Producer Kanye West as he posed for the flash in the hotel courtyard @ MEN.STYLE.COM celebrates Women in Fashion, Palace Gate at New York Palace New York, NY

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Thursday, November 08, 2007

The Grand Opening of Jour et Nuit

                                                      Bonjour!

Jour_et_nuit_opening_private_dining It was a very French evening as New York's finest came out to celebrate the opening of Jour et Nuit, Bistro-Bar.  The current incarnation of 8 West 58th Street  bears an air of classic French bistro with a decidedly American modernity.  A fitting addition to the already luxe life neighborhood and shopping district that holds The Plaza, Bergdorf Goodman, and the Paris Theater, Jour et Nuit (Day & Night) is a welcome escape.  The chicly decorated sub-terranean space*** is more of a supper club than a lounge, unlike the space  previously. Last evening Mid-Town East's newest jewel provided the perfect introduction to its opening night guests.

Jour_et_nuit_opening_bebe_neuwirth Ranging from actors, designers, models and the social elite, the establishment's guest list was a virtual who's who that included: Gbenga Akinnagbe, Bebe Neuwirth (pictured at left), Leven Rambin, Gustavo Arango, Douglas Hannant, Ann Caruso, Peter Davis,Sonja Morgan, Tracy Stern, Kristian Laliberte, Countess Lu Ann de Lesseps, Patrick McDonald, Coralie Charriol Paul, Nick Raynes, Patty Raynes, Alexandra Lind Rose, Frederique van der Waal and Annabel Vartanian (pictured below at left).  Providing a personal touch, by way of individually greeting each guest, was Restauranteur Frederick Lesort owner of the famed Frederick's establishments Mr. Lesort was accompanied by Derek and Daniel Koch, twin brothers who have partnered with him to expertly run the space.

Jour_et_nuit_opening_daniel_koch Daniel Koch (pictured at left), one half of the twin duo, will no doubt bring the hip and social set to dine and hang at Jour et Nuit on the many cold Winter nights ahead.  Mr. Koch shared that he and his brother have previous experience working in a French restaurant (Le Bilboquet), as well as in the nightlife industry (Pink Elephant).  "We're really focused on this restaurant, and that is what keeps us grounded and stable, and fulfills our passion.  The next step is to get this baby up and going...and that's what we intend to do."  Brother Derek Koch further exemplified both the duo's passion and dedication by personally attending to the requests of several of the evenings VIP guests, leaving no stone unturned when it came to superior service.

Jour_et_nuit_opening_model_annabe_2Dinner soon was served and one private room (set for 8 or more) held a rather large party of guests who dined on appetizers of Tuna Tartare, entrees of Seafood Linguini, Braised Short Ribs, and succulent Veal Shank ... a feast to behold after the evening's earlier light fare of Tatare de Saumon, Coque Monsieur etc.  Spirits flowed like water, but Jour Et Nuit's signature drink NAVAN Chai Mar TEAnis were preferred by most of the patrons. The roar of the crowd which seemed to go on for several hours was only dimmed by the increasingly late hours of the night.

As well dressed fashionistas (from several walks of life) began to depart, so to did their very handsome counterparts.  Upon departure, guests were gifted with Jour et Nuit's signature macaroons created by its pastry chef especially for the occasion -- a delicious reminder of the evening, and no doubt a fittingly sweet incentive to return.

***-Chicly decorated, sub-terranean space includes a front dining room and bar, collage-like murals, and contrasting natural wood set against cream colored walls. Private rooms can seat up to as many as twenty. The cavernous back room can be described as a  dimly-lit lounge unto itself complete with DJ booth and a second bar for eager patrons.

*photos by The Quest for "it"

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