And we’re back! I am continuing to recap my fabulous weekend away in New York. Where I left off was right after the show taping. If you missed my post yesterday, quick go and catch up here: A Surprise from Bethenny Frankel!
I definitely didn’t plan very well because I hadn’t packed any food to last me from 7:30 am until 12:30 pm. That is a long gap of time for me to not eat. Remember I’m a small meals throughout the day kind of gal whenever I can be. By the time I got back to the hotel to meet Dana who had just gotten in to NY, I a was extremely hungry. I was super excited to see Dana too!
We headed out on the town in search of food. I can’t even remember the restaurant we went to but I can tell you that I felt like I couldn’t get the food in fast enough. We shared a bison burger and a taco salad.
I was now energized and ready to explore the city for a couple of hours with my hubby.
We walked over to the Plaza Hotel where Home Alone: Lost in New York took place. What an absolutely gorgeous hotel. I googled hotel rates for the Plaza out of curiosity and it was something like $1500 a night. Pocket change, right? 😉
We walked the sidewalks, passing all of the fancy stores; Michael Kors, Coach, Tiffany, Saks, etc. Eventually we made it back to our hotel. It was time to get ready for the next event: the premiere party!
We got all glammed up and headed down to catch the shuttle. The shuttle took us from our hotel right over to the party which was in Chelsea.
Right after we took that photo outside, Bethenny drove by and yelled hello to all of us and said we were all looking mighty sexy! She is so real and I love it.
Once we got inside the Minnesota crew bombarded the photographers. We had to get a MN Group shot! Represent!
And then a couple’s shot.
We then followed the pink carpet into the main party area. The number of staff that were at the event blew my mind! There were so many of them; all with food or cocktails in hand. They were an amazing team.
A lot of these photos are professional ones (not mine) taken at the event. They were taken before the crowd came in which is why it’s so empty in the next couple of photos.
As always there were plenty of Skinnygirl cocktails to go around…
And lots of delicious appetizers…
We all hung out, enjoyed some music, and relaxed while we waited for Bethenny’s arrival.
The woman who sings Bethenny’s theme song “Calling All My Girls” came out and played for us for a while! She was pretty hard-core and there was some fist pumping happening for sure.
Shortly after, Bethenny made her grand entrance looking more beautiful than ever. Seriously she is so darn gorgeous! 
She thanked us all for being there and supporting her and then she revealed yet another surprise to us all.
Salt-N-Pepa were in the house!!!!
Yes, Salt-N-Pepa who we all know and love from growing up. They make you wanna Shoop, Push It, talk about Whatta Man (what a mighty good man)….
And they are looking better than ever!
They still have the moves, they can still rap like it’s nobody’s business, and they know how to get the crowd hyped up!
I was giddy!
I couldn’t wipe that grin off my face if you paid me. We jammed out to Salt-N-Pepa, totally on cloud nine until it was time to go. We ended up taking a taxi back to our hotel and on the ride back I got a phone call.
I won $500 in free Cosmedix products! Could this evening get any better?!
Cosmedix was one of the sponsors of the event. Cosmedix is an eco-friendly company. They “use the finest natural ingredients, uniquely refined for maximum effectiveness, our products work with your skin to target the most troublesome skin conditions—from acne and rosacea to sun damage and hyperpigmentation—without the irritation or downtime of conventional treatments.” source
I had signed up to win free products but never in a million years thought I would win. I’m just not usually a lucky person. I should have went out and bought a lottery ticket that night! They are going to mail me my prize and I will have to remember to show you everything I won once I get it. So exciting!
So we made it back to the hotel yet again. I changed out of my dress into comfy clothes and comfy walking shoes. The night wasn’t over yet. We headed out to meet my cousin Stephanie who lives in Queens. She kindly agreed to meet us in Times Square.
Dana and I were in need of a bite to eat so Steph suggested we go to the Stardust Diner which is a diner where the waitstaff sings and performs for you. They have incredible voices and will someday hopefully be on Broadway. I loved every second of being there: being with Steph and Dana, hearing great singing, and continuing on my “high” from the events of the day. I was one happy girl.
I didn’t want it to end. It was such a magical weekend. I went to bed thinking wow, did that really happen? I am thrilled to relive these memories with you all right now, although the memories still seem like a fairy tale dream.
Thank you to Bethenny Frankel and her incredible staff for making this happen for me and so many other lucky individuals. I am so happy to be able to support Bethenny and support the show!
What an amazing trip! Bethenny is amazing! The stardust is funny! I’ve been there a few times!! Did they make you sing!?
Oh my gosh, no! Did they make you?!
Oh my gosh, what an amazing experience! I have to tell you, I’m just a tad bit jealous! 😉 I love your dress and I love all the pink at the party! The appetizers look amazing! It certainly sounds like Bethenny knows how to show her fans a good time!
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Ha ha, ohhh I wish I could have brought all of you with me! She is one heck of a hostess that’s for sure.
That’s great! I tried to commit to watching the show this week, but today is a re-run of yesterday 🙁
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Hmm that’s weird!
Sounds like you had an amazing time. I’m jealous!!! Love bethenny!!!
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Maybe sometime you could fly out for her show?!
What an awesome event! I don’t know how you can beat Salt-N-Pepa. That’s old school cool right there 🙂
They are hard to beat!!
This is an experience of a lifetime…seriously!!
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Thank you! I feel very lucky to have had this experience.
What an awesome time you had!! Can’t wait to hear more details this weekend. 🙂
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YYYYayyyyyyy soooo soon!!!
What an amazing time. Sounds like you enjoyed every second. Go girl!
I savored every second!
Wow, this is amazing!! I would love to meet Bethenny!
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I hope you get the chance to at some point—she is incredible!
So. Much. FUN!!! I’m so happy that you got the chance to go to NYC for this great event! You are just beaming with happiness throughout all of the photos 🙂 I can’t wait to hear about it in person!
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Thanks!! I was beaming all weekend!
Hey there – that woman who sings the Bethenny theme is my wife! Her name is Susan Hyatt an she is the lead singer and songwriter of Sirens of Soho. Thanks so much for the support and keep up the great blogging!
She is amazing!! Great to meet you!
Luv, Luv, Luv.