Friday nights in New York are sacred. Some go out on dates, others leisurely dinners with friends, and for a certain subset it’s all about a fabulous party. And this past weekend saw a glittering crowd enter familiar territory to celebrate Raf’s one year anniversary. The haute boîte made a splash in its debut year hosting the who’s who for breakfast and dinner along with playing host for special occasions like Hailey Bieber’s soiree for Rhode’s anniversary and introducing luxe skincare brand Augustinus Bader onto e-tailer Moda Operandi’s platform. However, all eyes were on New York’s fab foursome — owners Jennifer and Nicole Vitagliano with partners executive chef Mary Attea and executive pastry chef Camari Mick.
Sprinkled between the Belvedere martinis and croquembouches were an equally eye-catching crowd—Olivia Wilde, Dianna Aaron, Maxwell Osborne, and David Schwimmer to name a few. From the caviar and potato chips (a throwback from the team’s pandemic Musket Room days) to the Negroni jello shots, others including playwright Jeremy O. Harris, Waris Ahluwalia, and Rachel Krupa took in the scene and the exclusive merch—think hats, lighters, and temporary tattoos.
And while the festivities might’ve only been for one night, the vibe carries over into the other 364 days of the year.
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