A Glance of Josephine Baker

I never in my life thought I would meet two of Josephine Bakers children. Her story is such an amazing one and well to be sitting at her son's restaurant on Valentine’s Day was a treat. Little did I know this when we booked dinner that that this would be the case? My co-worker’s aunt recommended the place and I owe her a big thank you!

We walked into Chez Josephine a few minutes late due to traffic but the place was beautiful! I immediately felt at ease and home with the piano was playing in the back, beautiful paintings of Josephine on the wall, and a great atmosphere all around. During our dinner two New York patrons, of over 10 years, struck up a conversation. It was they who told us the story of the owners, which to my delight as a fan of Josephine Baker and her story captured my ear.

As for the food, the first course was amazing, second slightly salty for my taste and dessert divine. As we left we received a big hug from Jean-Paul as well as kiss.

I look forward to visiting every time I am in New York. Thank you for the amazing Valentine’s Day dinner Chez Josephine!

You can experience Chez Josephine yourself. Simply click visit their website to make a reservation.

http://chezjosephine.com

A Great Gift for the Grandparents

I had the opportunity to sit down with two very nice women at Toy Fair to talk about their product Talkatoo. Their product is a cute sound recorder that hangs a necklace that can be given as a gift to grandparents, moms or other family members. While looking at their product immediately thought of the voice recorded cards but cute and longer lasting! I can easily see this product line in Hallmark, Gift Shops or attached to a card to be sent to Grandparents during holidays and grandparents day. If you get the chance check them out at http://www.talkatoo.com.

Keep your eyes out for Nukotoys!

This brand has not even hit the market yet but I have been seeing their prototypes evolve since June 2009 when I met their president Douglas Penman at the Licensing show in Vegas. The product concept they had then was really cool from this mom’s perspective, but I happened to catch up to him at Toy Fair in New York. Just how far their prototype has come is amazing. All I can say is I can’t wait to get my hands on it!

Teachers you had watch out because this is going to be one of those playground band toys not because it is bad because it is so much fun and you won’t get the kids back into class.

More to come…