Off the MRKT Favorites: Must-Have Picks for October 2024
October brings an exciting array of luxury launches and exclusive collaborations, showcasing the best in fine dining, spirits, and lifestyle. From limited-edition whisky releases to exclusive pop-up dining experiences and stylish travel essentials, this month’s offerings are designed to elevate your holiday season. Whether you're indulging in world-class tacos, sipping on rare whiskies, or preparing for holiday gatherings, these top-tier brands are setting new standards for craftsmanship and luxury.
Shiseido is launching the newly redesigned Future Solution LX Collection, a luxurious skincare line developed from over 40 years of genetic research. This premium collection embodies a blend of Japanese tradition and innovation, offering powerful solutions for anti-aging, hydration, and skin clarity. The collection includes standout products like the Eye and Lip Contour Regenerating Cream, the Total Regenerating Cream, and the Intensive Firming Brilliance Serum, all designed to visibly improve skin resilience, wrinkles, and dullness.
At the heart of the innovation is the LonGenevity Complex™, which boosts skin barrier function and brightens the complexion using key ingredients like the Japanese Enmei Herb, Vitamin C, and Green Tea. The collection aims to elevate skincare excellence, delivering smoother, plumper, and more radiant skin while preserving moisture and combating signs of aging.
Jean-Georges’ renowned Thanksgiving pies are now available for pre-order, offering a delicious range of flavors, including Caramelized Apple, Spiced Pumpkin, Chocolate Pecan, and a Vegan Pumpkin option. These world-class pies, priced between $78 and $88, are available for pick-up at various Jean-Georges locations, including Perry St, JoJo, The Mark, and abcV. Given their limited quantities, these pies are expected to sell out quickly.
For those seeking a festive dining experience, abcV, abc kitchen, and abc cocina will be open for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s, offering seasonal à la carte and tasting menus. Make your reservations early to enjoy these exclusive holiday offerings.
Silver Oak, the iconic American winemaker, has teamed up with luxury sustainable travel brand Paravel for an exclusive holiday launch. On October 22, 2024, the duo introduces a limited-edition Suitcase Suite in a signature Cabernet red, designed specifically to transport Silver Oak’s renowned Cabernet Sauvignons in style. The collection features three suitcase styles that can hold two, three, or six bottles of Silver Oak's 2020 Alexander Valley and Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, perfect for holiday gifting or gatherings.
This collaboration merges luxury with eco-consciousness—Paravel’s carbon-neutral production and Silver Oak’s LEED Platinum-certified wineries underscore their commitment to sustainability. With limited availability, the Silver Oak x Paravel Suitcase Suite is set to make an unforgettable holiday gift, blending fine wine, craftsmanship, and the spirit of togetherness.
Now through the end of the month, Mexico City’s renowned Michelin-starred Taquería El Califa de León will be bringing its world-famous tacos to New York City, available at Tacombi locations across the city. The collaboration features four signature tacos—Bistec, Costilla, Gaonera, and Chuleta—crafted with custom beef and pork cuts sourced from master meat purveyor Pat LaFrieda. Each taco is served with fresh tortillas made on-site by Vista Hermosa, Tacombi’s own tortilla brand, alongside El Califa’s signature red guajillo/morita and green tomatillo/serrano salsas.
This unique collaboration was inspired by Tacombi founder Dario Wolos’ admiration for Mario Hernandez Alonso’s dedication to his craft during a trip to Mexico City. Now, New Yorkers can experience these iconic tacos for a limited time.
In honor of its 90th anniversary, Nikka Whisky is unveiling The Nikka Nine Decades, a limited-edition world blended whisky that captures nine decades of distilling mastery. Incorporating over 150 whisky batches from Nikka’s six distilleries, including the esteemed Ben Nevis Distillery, this blend features whiskies from the 1940s to the 2020s. Highlights include rare malts from Yoichi and Miyagikyo, as well as long-matured grain whiskies from Nishinomiya, all blended into a harmonious expression of Nikka's legacy.
Crafted in a bottle using the traditional Edo-bori glass carving method, The Nikka Nine Decades is a testament to the brand’s history, craftsmanship, and vision for the future. With only 4,000 bottles available worldwide and just 400 in the U.S., this non-chill filtered whisky, bottled at 48% ABV, promises a unique tasting experience with rich apple pie, dark chocolate, and smoky peat notes. Retailing at $3,000, it is available at select retailers, offering a rare opportunity for whisky enthusiasts to celebrate Nikka’s unparalleled heritage.
With these October releases, the spirit of luxury and celebration is at an all-time high. From exquisite Thanksgiving pies to once-in-a-lifetime whisky blends, the season’s finest launches are sure to inspire unforgettable moments. Whether you’re gifting, dining, or simply savoring the finest offerings, these experiences will enhance your celebrations and bring a touch of sophistication to your holiday season. Stay ahead of the curve and make the most of these limited-edition opportunities before they’re gone.
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