About this Event
Join us for an evening of indulgence and impact at Chocolate, Whiskey & Women, a chic noir celebration of art, flavor, and feminine fire — hosted at Chelsea’s stylish escape, The Life of Riley.
✨ What to Expect:
🎨 Sultry Art: Friday Jones unveils her Welcome To The Smoke Show series — bold, evocative paintings exploring the glamour of seduction and the mystique of the feminine spirit.
🍫 Sensuous Chocolate: Milène Jardin Chocolates tempts you with artisan confections crafted to melt your cares away.
🥃 Smoky Whiskey: Sip and savor premium pours paired to perfection with each piece of art and chocolate — a deliciously daring experience from Diageo.
🧀 Decadent Charcuterie: Red Table NYC presents an irresistible spread of artisanal cheeses, cured meats, and seasonal delights — perfectly paired for luxurious nibbling.
🌸 A Cause That Matters:
Proceeds from this event will benefit Planned Parenthood, supporting essential healthcare, education, and advocacy for women everywhere.
🔥 Come sip, savor, and celebrate the women who ignite change. Space is limited — reserve your spot now!
🍹 A cheery selection of non-alcoholic beverages will also be on offer!
Agenda
🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Chocolate & Whiskey Pairings with Miléne Jardin & Diageo
Host: Miléne Jardine
Info: Milène Jardine is the founder and maker of Milene Jardine Chocolatier. After 12-years of creating fashion brands for Macy's, she launched her own luxury label. Offering exotic confections inspired by her travels, the vision is to celebrate diversity through chocolate. All the chocolates are made in NYC and infused with the finest fruits, herbs, and spices. Sold at boutiques, online and for corporate gifting/pairing events, the chocolates have been featured at Christie’s Auction House and Le Cirque, praised by top chefs Marc Forgione and Dominique Crenn, and are devoured in every hotel room at Soho House and The Ned Nomad in NYC.
🕑: 08:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Art Talk with curator Avalon Ashley Bellos
Host: Avalon Ashley Bellos
Info: An internationally recognized curator and art expert, Avalon Ashley Bellos brings her refined eye and deep industry knowledge to CW&W. As Executive Art Director at MetaGrade Corp and Executive Director of Media & Communications at DTR Modern Galleries, Avalon has built a career at the intersection of fine art, luxury, and investment.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
TLR NYC - The Life of Riley, 163 West 22nd Street, New York, United States
USD 81.88
