Penta Events understands the importance of creating an unforgettable party - events which require creativity, precise planning, unique entertainment and more!
With the holidays approaching and Wall Street in crisis, many people and companies are cutting back on their party budgets. At Penta, we value a good time, regardless of its cost so we'll work diligently with our clients to produce the greatest affairs that fit within their budgets. From intimate corporate lunches and dinners to lavish galas, Penta can make it happen!
Penta is your event planning solution!
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Monday, September 15, 2008
Midwest girl comes to intern at Penta!
I came to New York City in 2003 to cheer in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and fell in love with this city. I knew then that I wanted to move to NYC after college and I looked forward to the day I could do that. Well, it’s that day! I am here! Coming from Springfield, Illinois, New York is like a different world. New York has so much life and opportunity for people. I am really excited, nervous, anxious, pretty much every emotion about moving to NYC.
I found Penta Events on partypop.com, a website devoted to helping you plan your party, when I interviewed with Michelle and Christina I actually had mono. I was not sure if they could understand what I said since my throat was so sore but I ended up getting the internship. My excitement about moving to NYC shortly turned into panic. I had no clue what I was getting into when it came to looking for apartments.
My friends from camp, I work at a summer camp in upstate NY, told me not to worry I could find a place on criagslist. I started my search for a place in April. I am still homeless! Thankfully I can stay with friends until I find something. Craigslist is the new facebook for me. My whole problem is I can not commit to a long term lease, who knows where I will be in three months. I just hope that something goes my way soon!!!
Another simple thing that I forgot how to do was make friends. Yes, it’s true, I forgot! I always had a group of friends I ran around with in Illinois. If I ever did something new, one of them did it with me. In college I quickly joined a sorority and made friends through that and then when I started working at camp I was practically forced to make friends fast because you work, eat, and sleep with the same people. I have always considered myself outgoing but now that I am here I am finding it extremely difficult to make new friends, especially with girls. It’s not like you can just go up to a group of girls and say “want to hang out.” I know with time I will meet people who I can call up to do things but until then I’ll just craigslist apartments.
I really wanted to experience NYC in the eyes of a true New Yorker, but that is hard to do when you are constantly getting lost. I feel like such an idiot when I’m walking around aimlessly looking for a street that I might recognize. On my second day of work, a commute that should have taken 10 minutes ended up taking 45 because I had no clue what I was doing. I even used the GPS on my phone, still got lost! I totally try to act like I know where I am going but everyone knows I don’t.
When I finally figure out the subway system I want to see as much as I can while I am here and I’ve starting researching all the touristy stuff to do on the weekends. I just need a place to live in the Manhattan and friends and I’ll be set! I really think NYC is going to allow me to grow as an event planner and as a person. Penta is such an amazing company to work for, Michelle and Christina really do a fabulous job with event coordinating and it is obvious they are ready to take their business to the next level. I know I am going to learn so much for this internship and this city!
I found Penta Events on partypop.com, a website devoted to helping you plan your party, when I interviewed with Michelle and Christina I actually had mono. I was not sure if they could understand what I said since my throat was so sore but I ended up getting the internship. My excitement about moving to NYC shortly turned into panic. I had no clue what I was getting into when it came to looking for apartments.
My friends from camp, I work at a summer camp in upstate NY, told me not to worry I could find a place on criagslist. I started my search for a place in April. I am still homeless! Thankfully I can stay with friends until I find something. Craigslist is the new facebook for me. My whole problem is I can not commit to a long term lease, who knows where I will be in three months. I just hope that something goes my way soon!!!
Another simple thing that I forgot how to do was make friends. Yes, it’s true, I forgot! I always had a group of friends I ran around with in Illinois. If I ever did something new, one of them did it with me. In college I quickly joined a sorority and made friends through that and then when I started working at camp I was practically forced to make friends fast because you work, eat, and sleep with the same people. I have always considered myself outgoing but now that I am here I am finding it extremely difficult to make new friends, especially with girls. It’s not like you can just go up to a group of girls and say “want to hang out.” I know with time I will meet people who I can call up to do things but until then I’ll just craigslist apartments.
I really wanted to experience NYC in the eyes of a true New Yorker, but that is hard to do when you are constantly getting lost. I feel like such an idiot when I’m walking around aimlessly looking for a street that I might recognize. On my second day of work, a commute that should have taken 10 minutes ended up taking 45 because I had no clue what I was doing. I even used the GPS on my phone, still got lost! I totally try to act like I know where I am going but everyone knows I don’t.
When I finally figure out the subway system I want to see as much as I can while I am here and I’ve starting researching all the touristy stuff to do on the weekends. I just need a place to live in the Manhattan and friends and I’ll be set! I really think NYC is going to allow me to grow as an event planner and as a person. Penta is such an amazing company to work for, Michelle and Christina really do a fabulous job with event coordinating and it is obvious they are ready to take their business to the next level. I know I am going to learn so much for this internship and this city!
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Delicatessen - Restaurant Review
I have walked by 54 Prince Street several times while this exciting new eatery was under construction and have been excited to try it out since it opened. Last night, I finally made my way to Soho to experience Delicatessen. I usually stay away from eating late at night but I could not help myself. The place was packed & had a 30-minute wait to be seated in the main level room but the hostess told me there were two additional rooms downstairs.
One room downstairs was a glass-enclosed courtyard and the other had wall decorations of empty glass bottles, salt & pepper shakers and a bar centered along the back wall.
I intended to just stay downstairs for a drink & appetizers but loved the atmosphere so never wound up moving upstairs. I kept thinking to myself about how amazing it’d be to host events in this location- private parties, corporate events, birthdays, anything & everything.
I ordered the Halibut Tacos; they were in a crispy shell with spicy sauce and were great. My boyfriend has cheeseburger spring rolls. The idea was so unique that I grew to love the place even more. However, I have to say the most delicious part of the night was dessert- my boyfriend ordered Ovaltine Pudding Parfait since the waitress recommended it & I opted for the Smores. I really was skeptical about the pudding parfait but that turned out to be a good choice, but mine was outstanding. I barely finished half of it because I was full but I will definitely go back for more & recommend you to head to Soho to experience it for yourself.
The owners of Delicatessen are the same owners as Cafeteria, which is in Chelsea. The waitress also let me in on a secret- they are opening a Mac & Cheese bar with 10-20 different types of Mac & Cheese. Wow! I was speechless.
Check it out for yourself while the weather is still nice & they have the main seating area, which has floor to ceiling glass windows, completely open.
Penta will definitely keep this new hotspot in mind when planning holiday parties & events.
http://www.delicatessennyc.com/
One room downstairs was a glass-enclosed courtyard and the other had wall decorations of empty glass bottles, salt & pepper shakers and a bar centered along the back wall.
I intended to just stay downstairs for a drink & appetizers but loved the atmosphere so never wound up moving upstairs. I kept thinking to myself about how amazing it’d be to host events in this location- private parties, corporate events, birthdays, anything & everything.
I ordered the Halibut Tacos; they were in a crispy shell with spicy sauce and were great. My boyfriend has cheeseburger spring rolls. The idea was so unique that I grew to love the place even more. However, I have to say the most delicious part of the night was dessert- my boyfriend ordered Ovaltine Pudding Parfait since the waitress recommended it & I opted for the Smores. I really was skeptical about the pudding parfait but that turned out to be a good choice, but mine was outstanding. I barely finished half of it because I was full but I will definitely go back for more & recommend you to head to Soho to experience it for yourself.
The owners of Delicatessen are the same owners as Cafeteria, which is in Chelsea. The waitress also let me in on a secret- they are opening a Mac & Cheese bar with 10-20 different types of Mac & Cheese. Wow! I was speechless.
Check it out for yourself while the weather is still nice & they have the main seating area, which has floor to ceiling glass windows, completely open.
Penta will definitely keep this new hotspot in mind when planning holiday parties & events.
http://www.delicatessennyc.com/
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