Last night Jay-Z threw a carnival party for the Shawn Carter Foundation, Blackthorn premiered, "The Education of Millionaires" launched on the Hudson Terrace, plus tons of New York City Wine and Food Festival events, including a kick off dinner at Red Rooster with Marcus Samuelsson, and much more! Last night's parties were all about the good food and good times! More»

If there's one thing New Yorkers love, it's good food. This year's New York City Wine And Food Festival was especially crowded with celebrity chefs and foodies alike. Rachael Ray, Ming Tsai, Paula Deen, Katie Lee, Guy Fieri, Tom Colicchio, Bobby Flay, Rocco Dispirito, and Giada De Laurentis were all on-hand to show off their skills at The Burger Bash and Meatball Madness. The festival ended with a closing Chef's Party at SPiN, where everyone was able to work off the calories with vigorous wrist action by playing ping pong. More photos from various events below... More»