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’S mOSt SUCCESSFUL BACHELORS Gotham’s 2014 list of the hottest, most in-demand and accomplished men in town. Get the lowdown on these super eliGibles and the best places to find them.

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EntErtainmEnt fnd him: Supporting already beloved by cinephiles who BrAnDen JAcoBs- animal adoption causes. caught his 2009 masterpiece Sin Jenkins, 29 Amir Arison, 36 Nombre or the 2011 take on Jane Eyre This playwright debuted two Off- With a starring role on the überhit , 31 before he became a household name Broadway plays, An Octoroon and The Blacklist and a charming guest Prepare to laugh with Che, a fast- this year with his masterful direction Appropriate, which both received a arc on Girls, Arison has demonstrated rising talent on the local comedy of HBO’s True Detective. Where to thumbs up from Ben Brantley and real acting chops—his Blacklist role scene. This New York native, an fnd him: Taking lunch meetings at earned him an Obie Award. Where is getting beefed up for Season 2. on-air correspondent for The Daily Hudson Clearwater. to fnd him: At the Vineyard Where to find him: During hiatus Show, was just appointed coanchor Theatre, where his new play, Gloria, times, Arison takes on theater roles, of ’s “Weekend Jeremy geFFen, 40 will open this spring. including a recent turn with the Update.” Where to fnd him: After a hand injury sidelined his Labyrinth Theater Company, an Practicing his set at Carolines. violin career, the gifted musician , 32 Off-Broadway troupe. brought his talents to Carnegie Hall, This Harvard grad made a name mAtt czuchry, 37 where he became the director of for himself at The Harvard Lampoon , 30 Last spring, Matt Czuchry found artistic planning. Where to fnd and parlayed it into a gig writing for After gaining notice in a wildly himself the leading man on The Good him: Leading preconcert lectures SNL. Now he’s getting laughs at popular series of AT&T commercials, Wife, much to the delight of fans at Carnegie Hall. the “” desk Bennett took his sketch skills to devoted to his character, Cary Agos— alongside Michael Che. Where Saturday Night Live, impersonating and his brown eyes. Where to fnd JAke gyllenhAAl, 33 to fnd him: At the upcoming and Matthew him: On set. The famously committed The former Columbia student will be premiere of Staten Island Summer, McConaughey, among others. actor is all about work. hitting the stage this winter, making his his screenwriting debut. Where to find him: Around 30 Broadway debut in Theatre Rock, filming hilarious digital shorts Ansel elgort, 20 Club’s Constellations. Where to fnd theophilus , 27 with costar . The Divergent star made a splash this him: At the Union Square SoulCycle. The Trinidad native has adeptly year in Hollywood, but he’s a New distinguished himself from michAel cerveris, 53 York native with a diploma from DAviD hAllBerg, 32 peers in the rap game with a keen This Broadway treasure (he’s had LaGuardia, ballet training, and Off- The American Ballet Theater fashion sense that’s landed him memorable turns in Tommy, Sweeney Broadway chops. Where to fnd principal dancer made history as gigs designing for the likes of Todd, and Assassins) is currently dazzling him: At the Metropolitan Opera. the frst non-Russian invited to join Cole Haan without dropping viewers of The Good Wife as a steely the Bolshoi. Where to fnd him: the ball on his music. Where state attorney and performing with his cAry FukunAgA, 37 Winging it back and forth between to find him: Playing shows at country band, Loose Cattle. Where to The strong-jawed director was Russia and Lincoln Center. Webster Hall.

gotham-magazine.com 103 Al PAcino, 74 came of age on the , his spirited and emotional displays, Dominique roDGers- The much-lauded actor and director’s is now all grown up with roles in which have generated fack from sports cromArtie, 28 bachelorhood is legendary (despite Godzilla and the much-awaited flm purists, but who doesn’t love a man in This soft-spoken Giants cornerback many high-profle relationships, he’s adaptation of Fifty Shades of Grey. touch with his feelings? Where to fnd is a quiet powerhouse. He received never made it down the aisle). You’ll Where to fnd him: In Tompkins him: At New York sports bars watching a blue-chip contract last spring with be seeing even more of him in a spate Square Park, where he played his favorite soccer team, Italy’s Juventus. the expectation he’ll light up the feld of soon-to-be-released projects. Where basketball as a child. this season. Where to fnd him: On to fnd him: Indulging at top Italian JAson collins, 35 the practice feld at the team’s New eateries like Patsy’s and Da Silvano. normAn reeDus, 45 Athletic prowess is just part of the seven- Jersey training facility. Acting is far from Reedus’s only foot-tall Brooklyn Nets center’s appeal. Bryce PinkhAm, 31 passion, despite his role as fan favorite The brainy Stanford grad is committed to Antrel rolle, 31 When not onstage as the villainous Daryl on The Walking Dead. The giving back and, after becoming the frst The handsome New York Giants lead of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love former fashion model is also an major athlete to come out, began working safety inked a fve-year contract in 2010 and Murder, the Yale Drama grad is accomplished photographer. Where with the NBA to support LGBT causes. that made him one of the league’s top working with his nonproft, Zara Aina, to fnd him: Checking out top Where to fnd him: Campaigning for earners. Where to fnd him: Dining at which introduces theater to children New York photo galleries. Congressman Joe Kennedy, who was Fresco by Scotto with Giants execs. in developing nations. Where to fnd his roommate at Stanford. him: Checking out shows at Joe’s Pub. kyle scAtliffe, 27 niGel sylVester, 27 The handsome, six-foot-fve New Jersey lucAs DuDA, 28 The Queens native gained Ben PlAtt, 21 native, who starred in the West End In an industry flled with bravado, the prominence through the Union Barely out of his teens, Platt is making production of The Scottsboro Boys, cuts famously reserved Mets frst baseman, Square bike scene and has become a splash in two major projects, a striking fgure onstage in the current known for his wry sense of humor one of the country’s most notable following his turn as Benji in the revival of Les Miserables. Where to fnd and self-effacing nature, is a welcome BMX riders, holding sponsorship movie Pitch Perfect with a Broadway him: Greeting fans at the stage door. relief. Where to fnd him: In the deals with Nike, Gatorade, and Beats run as Elder Cunningham in The weight room at Citi Field; Duda’s by Dre. Where to fnd him: Soaring Book of Mormon. Where to fnd him: BrenDAn JAy sulliVAn, 32 devotion to the game is paramount. down Broadway on two wheels. Singing onstage at the Broadway As DJVh1, Sullivan has been a key supper club 54 Below. fgure in the downtown music scene curtis GrAnDerson, 33 and immortalized his experiences in If you’re looking for an MVP, you could HoSpitality DAniel rADcliffe, 25 a 2013 memoir, Rivington Was Ours. do no better than the Mets All-Star He’s not Harry Potter anymore. The Where to fnd him: Riding his outfelder, who gets as much praise off roy AlPert, 31 West Village resident transcended Vespa through Manhattan. the feld—for being one of the league’s The youthful hotelier works for the his franchise with a string of roles nicest players and for his commitment to Sydell Group, overseeing the brand on Broadway, most recently in The Alex timBers, 36 children’s charities—as for his prowess on Freehand, which is reimagining Cripple of Inishmaan. Where to fnd While many men make for lovely it. Where to fnd him: Attending WWE the hostel concept for a new him: Working for favorite charities theater dates, Timbers is one of the matches at Madison Square Garden. generation. After he launched it like the Trevor Project. few who can claim involvement in Miami, Alpert’s mission is to with some of the biggest musicals in chris kreiDer, 23 expand across the country. Where Josh rADnor, 40 recent times—Rocky and Bloody Bloody Born, bred, and schooled in the to find him: Enjoying grilled Those deprived of their weekly dose of Andrew Jackson among them. Where Boston area, this left wing is now a NY chicken at Soho’s Jack’s Wife Radnor as How I Met Your Mother’s Ted to fnd him: Checking out the Public Ranger and was instrumental in the Freda, his favorite haunt. Mosby can catch him on Broadway this Theater’s fall premieres. team’s Stanley Cup run-up this spring. fall, when he returns to his theater roots Where to fnd him: Tao Downtown. nicholAs BAthurst, 27 with a role in Disgraced. Where to fnd This youthful overachiever is helping him: The stage door at the Lyceum Theater. SportS shAne lArkin, 21 steer the ship at one of the city’s most Fresh from Dallas, this youthful point treasured institutions. As director of AnDrew rAnnells, 36 Dellin BetAnces, 26 guard is a new addition to the Knicks banquets for the Plaza, he’s in charge of The Tony nominee and comic relief Yankee pitcher Betances is a rare roster. Athletic skills are in his DNA: Dad all the splashy galas at the hotel. Where on Girls took on one of the most homegrown talent, having spent his Barry was an All-Star baseball player. to fnd him: Tasting menu options at challenging roles in the theater, childhood in Brooklyn and Manhattan. Where to fnd him: Practicing shots at the hotel for the next black-tie beneft. following Neil Patrick Harris as the The local hero remains devoted to his MSG for his New York court debut. title character in Hedwig and the family: Upon signing with the team, he yosi BenVenisiti, 35 Angry Inch. Where to fnd him: purchased a New Jersey home for his Justin PuGh, 24 This sports fanatic made a career On the streets of Brooklyn and parents.Where to fnd him: Visiting He’s so committed to his game that out of his passion, starting Bounce Manhattan flming Girls. his alma mater, Brooklyn’s Grand he put together a team of experts Sporting Club, a high-end sports bar. Street Campus High School. (a masseuse, a yoga teacher, and a The Club has become a hangout for Victor rAsuk, 30 personal chef) to ensure he stays in top athletes and celebrities. Where The unforgettable teen star of Raising frAncisco cerVelli, 28 top shape. Where to fnd him: At to fnd him: At Madison Square Victor Vargas, in which his character This Yankees catcher is famous for Bounce Sporting Club. Garden, cheering on the Knicks.

104 gotham-magazine.com HEDGING ON ADVENTURE KRIS HABER

WHEN NOT TENDING TO his day job as a partner at a Midtown hedge fund, Kris Haber produces independent fi lms, kitesurfs, and goes the distance in grueling triathlons. “The level of excite- ment in extreme sports is like that in the fi nance industry,” explains the 40-something daredevil. Ideal partner: “Someone who is confi dent, smart, and spontane- ous, with a good sense of humor. An adventurer.” Coolest spot for an NYC date? “I like Decibel, a small sake bar in the East Village. La Esquina, a Mexican place behind a taco stand in Soho, is good, too.” Best part of dating in NYC? “There’s no shortage of fantastic people.” Most challeng- ing? “You meet a lot of people, but fi nding a real connection isn’t easy.” Proudest achievement? “Being grounded. In New York, many people aren’t. Also, spend- ing time with family and friends is something I cherish more than anything.” Passions (besides work): “Producing independent fi l m s . ”Favorite causes: “World Wildlife Fund, the Museum of Modern Art, and Sanctuary for Families, which advocates for victims of domestic violence.” Where to fi nd him: Tethered to “There’s no shortage of fantastic people in New York,” says Kris Haber, a kite, fl ying high above the waves a Midtown hedge-funder. off the coasts of the Dominican Two-piece suit, Ermenegildo Zegna Republic, Mexico, East Hampton, ($2,795). 663 Fifth Ave., 212-421-4488; or California or at Tough Mudder, zegna.com. Shirt, Dior Homme ($590). 17 E. 57th St., 212-931-2950; the grueling, muck-fi lled race diorhomme.com. Tie, Salvatore designed by British Special Ferragamo ($190). 655 Fifth Ave., 212-759-3822; ferragamo.com. Forces. For quieter moments: Tambour Essential Voyagez Brown Perla and Il Buco Alimentari & Chronograph watch, Louis Vuitton ($9,000). 1 E. 57th St., 212-758-8877; Vineria at lunch, NeueHouse louisvuitton.com. Socks, Brooks and Minetta Tavern after hours. Brothers ($20). 346 Madison Ave., 212-309-7765; brooksbrothers.com. DELIA VON NEUSCHATZ — Bruno Orlato lace-ups, Christian Louboutin ($895). 808 Washington St., 212-255-2056; christianlouboutin.com Always on the go, Jon Levy is known for his “influencers dinners” with city notables.

Coat, Marc Jacobs ($2,545). 163 Mercer St., 212-343-1490; marcjacobs.com. Sweater, Gucci ($685). 840 Madison Ave., 212-717-2619; mrporter.com. Jeans, Gustin ($81). weargustin.com. Franciscan monk strap loafers, Allen Edmonds ($385). 24 E. 44th St., 212-682-3144; allenedmonds.com. Sunglasses, Levy’s own

LIFE OF THE PARTY JON LEVY

NOBODY KNOWS HOW TO get a party going better than Jon Levy. The bon vivant is probably best known for his “infl uencers din- ners,” which bring together groups of New York notables—from Stacy London to Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss—for a memorable meal at Levy’s palatial Upper West Side apartment. In his spare time, Levy travels the world, running with the bulls in Pamplona and partying with Kim Kardashian and Kanye West in Miami. Now he just needs someone to do it with. Ideal partner: “A woman up for adventure! This includes having a current passport— who knows where we are going for lunch? She should also have an enthusiasm for speaking to strangers and can’t get starstruck. A major plus if she likes Doctor Who!” Coolest spot for an NYC date: “JFK Air- port, and it’s not because the Wolf- gang Puck Express has such a great menu. New York is the center of the universe, so everything is just a quick fl ight away. Let’s have brunch in Soho and dinner in Reykjavik—it’s only a fi ve-hour fl ight!” Longest relationship: “Four years. Some- times you have to accept that just because you love each other doesn’t mean you should be together.” Best part of dating in NYC: “New York is home to some of the most extraordinary women in the world.” Most challenging: “Extraordinary people, especially New Yorkers, are really busy. So the challenge is fi nd- ing a time to get together.” Favorite causes: “I’m committed to impacting child traffi cking and abuse. I support Many Hopes, an organization that provides loving homes and educa- tion for abused children. I help by applying the latest in behavioral science to develop their programs.” Where to fi nd him: Bicycling the Loop in Central Park. —JENNIFER ASHLEY WRIGHT DILLON BURKE, 24 “The news dictates my schedule,” says Mosheh Oinounou, an As the social community manager executive producer at CBS. for the David Burke Group, Three-piece suit ($1,650) and tie Burke supports the family business ($125), Polo Ralph Lauren. 867 by handling media for hot spots Madison Ave., 212-606-2100; ralphlauren.com. Shirt, Brooks like Fabrick, Spyglass, and the Brothers ($92). 346 Madison Ave., Jimmy at the James. Where to 212-309-7765; brooksbrothers.com. Pocket square, Salvatore find him: At his laptop, working Ferragamo ($140). 655 Fifth Ave., on his blog, Thread & Salt, and at 212-759-3822; ferragamo.com. Railroad Small Second watch, his restaurants. Hamilton ($1,295). Hour Passion, 112 W. 34th St., 212-904- 1002; hourpassion.com JAMES CHOUNG, 32 A single parent to two dogs, Choung has made his name in the food world as director of The Line Group, operating Sons of Essex, The Raven, Petaluma, and Leave Rochelle Out of It, among other spots, while devoting his spare time to working with the North Shore Animal League. Where to fi nd him: Enjoying the truffl e macaroni and cheese at Sons of Essex.

MICHAEL SHAH, 36 A former lawyer, Shah now runs the real estate fi rm Delshah Capital and, as owner of the hospitality empire The Line Group, oversees the city’s most-buzzed-about nightlife spots. Where to fi nd him: Entertaining at his opulent Union Square home.

BUSINESS/ REAL ESTATE

BENJAMIN BENALLOUL, 24 A successful real estate developer despite his tender age, Benalloul has a passion for art and serves as a Met benefactor, following in NEWSMAKER MOSHEH OINOUNOU the footsteps of his grandparents, who established the Jack and Belle Linsky Collection at the museum. HAVING RISEN THROUGH the ranks at CBS News in three short years, the native is on the brink of a Where to find him: Fundraising new professional chapter as executive producer of the nascent CBS News streaming channel. Oinounou, 32, admits for Beth Israel. that work can be a “hindrance” to romance because “the news dictates my schedule.” But the history buff and self- professed foodie will make time for the right woman. “I want to meet someone I can have interesting conversations NOBLE BLACK, 38 with. We can teach each other about different things.” Ideal partner: “Someone who is accomplished in her own A top agent at Corcoran, Black right, shares my curiosity about everything, has a great sense of humor, and challenges me.” Cool date spot: “I became a star in the real estate don’t know if it’s hip to go to rooftops, but I like the top of the James and Viceroy Hotels. It might be too forward to world after leaving securities say, but my building has a nice view as well.” Best part of dating in the city: “You can meet people from all over the world.” Most challenging: “Despite its size, the city can feel lonely sometimes.” Biggest achievement: “In law. Now he’s inking deals for the big picture, being part of the family that put together CBS This Morning, which has really changed what morning such famed buildings as 100 11th should look like.” Passions (besides work): Chicago sports teams, world travel (“I loved seeing Istanbul Avenue, , and 785 Fifth this winter”), and his 4 year-old nephew, Aiden (“When he’s old enough, he’s going to intern here”). Favorite cause: Avenue, where he sold Manhattan’s The Jewish Federation. Where to fi nd him: His West Village neighborhood; enjoying Sunday brunch at Cafe most expensive co-op. Where Cluny; having drinks at The Jane hotel; getting his caffeine fi x at Jack’s Coffee Shop. —DIANE CLEHANE to find him: Attending member events at the Milken Institute’s New York chapter.

GOTHAM-MAGAZINE.COM 107 Prince Lorenzo Nile Lundgren, 29 and models, and will be opening an work on Equinox’s much-buzzed- Borghese, 42 As president of Dallien Realty, former expansive cycling and boot camp about ad campaigns. Where to Despite his Italian pedigree (relatives college football star Lundgren handles space this spring. Where to find find him: Trying out different include Pope Paul V and Pauline blue-chip sales and a nonstop stream him: At late-night electronic DJ New York charities to find one Bonaparte), this royal is New of rentals, including the much-buzzed- events in Williamsburg. to tie himself to. (He loves Jersey–raised. Now he runs a slate of about East Village development EV3 animal causes.) companies, including Royal Pet Club at 50-58 East Third Street. Where to (grooming products for dogs) and find him: At yoga class. MEDIA Don Lemon, 48 the cheeky menswear line Rum Golf. Praised for his on-air gravitas, the Where to find him: Working with Tom Marchant, 35 Clhris A tchek, 26 Edward R. Murrow Award–winning Animal Aid to save homeless pets. Marchant is a London transplant Seeking to provide world news and CNN host isn’t a wonk; he’s also recently arrived in New York and a a forum in which 20-somethings known for his sharp sense of humor. Edward Cavendish, 27 cofounder of Black Tomato, which can discuss issues, Altchek Where to find him: Hosting galas Those idyllic shots of Kate, Will, operates tailor-made tours for high- cofounded PolicyMic, now popular on the city’s philanthropy circuit. and George might have you end vacationers and honeymooners. with millennial readers tired of the clamoring for your own British Perhaps this intrepid traveler needs divisive political climate. Where Tom Mandel, 25 aristo. This handsome New Yorker, a companion? Where to find him: to find him: At PolicyMic’s You’ve seen his work in ads for part of the ducal Cavendish family, Hanging out at the city’s coolest Harlem headquarters. FedEx, Bank of , Snickers, has an esteemed pedigree but none music venues, checking out up-and- and Visa, but the canny BBDO of the public obligations of the coming British bands. Jeff Bewkes, 62 copywriter isn’t completely Windsors. Where to find him: Among the newly single Time entrenched in the Mad Men lifestyle. Working in investments during Prince Jean-Christophe Warner chief’s duties—which include He makes time to tutor at Harlem the day, hitting the benefit scene Napoléon, 28 running the company’s slate of Academy. Where to find him: after hours. As a long-distant nephew of media, television, music, and Riding the Staten Island Ferry, his Napoleon Bonaparte (who had no properties—is the oversight of HBO. favorite date spot. Clive Chang, 31 legitimate direct descendants), Jean- Game of Thrones spoilers, anyone? As a Harvard MBA with degrees in Christophe lives a more peaceful life Where to find him: Having lunch Terrance McKnight, 50 music, Chang puts both his passion than his diminutive relative, working at Marea or beating corporate stress Listeners of WQXR tune in on and business smarts to good use in banking and private equity in New with a sail on his boat. weekday evenings for McKnight’s heading up strategy and business York and London. Where to find A+ voice (and knowledge of development at Disney Theatrical. him: At American Friends of the Andy Cohen, 46 classical music), but off the air he’s The perfect drinking companion, Louvre’s benefit parties, naturally. The Bravo programming director pretty impressive too, with passions he’s held a bartending license for clearly has his finger on the for the piano and gardening. more than a decade. Where to find Aaron Reed, 29 pulse of what viewers want. Where to find him: Sampling him: Giving benefit performances This Princeton graduate parlayed That outsize personality and Belgian ales at local Harlem spots. at events for charities, including the an aptitude for economics into a boundless energy have made NYC Landmarks50 Alliance. career in real estate finance, serving him a much-coveted party guest. as a vice president in Guggenheim Where to find him: Dining T echnology Nate Goralnik, 29 Partners’ commercial division. The around town with his cherished Formerly residing in Saudi Arabia college middle-distance track star mom, Evelyn. James Hirschfeld, 28 and Hong Kong, this attorney also enjoys taking the occasional long Proving that career success and for Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & run. Where to find him: Out for a Ronan Farrow, 26 a happy family aren’t mutually Sullivan LLP is now busy with a jog in Central Park. He’s a verified genius! After exclusive, Hirschfeld started the tough mission: suing Wall Street graduating from college at 15 and super-successful platform Paperless banks for wrongdoing related to Alejandro Santo stints working for Unicef, President Post with his older sister, Alexa, the financial crisis. Where to find Domingo, 37 Obama, and Secretary of State and helped usher in the era of the him: The Strand, stocking up on His bona fides have made him a top Clinton, Farrow is leveraging both stylish e-vite. Where to find poetry volumes. New York City catch: The financier his brains and his sparkling blue him: With fellow alums at the and Harvard graduate is tall, dark, eyes as the host of MSNBC’s Ronan Harvard Club. David Kravitz, 34 and handsome, one of the world’s Farrow Daily. Where to find him: Renowned for his legal smarts, youngest billionaires, and a trustee At his NBC office, prepping and Josh Hix, 32 this Ohio native is a partner of the Met. Where to find him: doing research for the show. Seeing how Wall Streeters’ nonstop at Katten Muchin Rosenman Socializing at the Rose Bar at the work cycles often bring on extra LLP, where he works on mergers Hotel. Ryan Haskins, 35 pounds, Hix cofounded the start- and acquisitions, but that still A recent West Coast transplant, up Plated, a service that delivers leaves him a bit of time to follow John Shams, 38 this former college baseball player ingredients for nutritious meals Cleveland sports. Where to find A fitness guru, Shams runs Scorpion is a veteran at the advertising to the time pressed. Where to him: Cheering on LeBron at his Club Ventures and Scorpion Fitness, firm Wieden + Kennedy and is find him: Overseeing the work at neighborhood sports bar. the go-to workout venue for actors making a splash in NYC with his Plated’s New York warehouse.

108 gotham-magazine.com HITTING A HIGH NOTE KELLY G. GRIFFIN

AS SENIOR DIRECTOR of music programming at BET, Kelly Griffi n has left a signifi cant stamp on pop culture, having brought recognition to hip-hop and R&B artists who went on to become superstars (think Lil Wayne and Kanye West). An even-keeled and elegant cultural inquisitor, Griffi n lives to uncover great talent, connect on an intimate level, and give back to those in his life. Ideal partner: “If a woman can expand my territory by opening me up to a side of life in this city I don’t often see—a museum, a charitable event, a Broadway show—then I’m into it.” Coolest spot for an NYC date: “Sole di Capri, an intimate hole in the wall where the chef is literally six feet from where guests sit.” Best part of dating in New York? “The diversity of people who are involved in so many amazing things. There are countless women who don’t rest on ‘pretty.’” Most challenging? “When people have a narrow-minded view of life, or what love is supposed to be. I want someone who can inspire me, make me an even better man.” Proudest achievement: “I was able to take my passion for music and create an amazing career through deejaying across the world, producing records, and identifying new and upcoming talent.” Passions (besides work): “Discovering new things in this amazing city, as well as deejaying at some of the coolest spots in town. Sharing my passion for music is everything.” Favorite causes: “My brother is the senior pastor at Oakdale Baptist Church in Chicago, and I admire what he is doing for the community. I’m also a huge supporter of Bishop T.D. Jakes and The Potter’s House ministry. I don’t leave my house in the morning without hearing an inspirational “There are countless women in New York who don’t rest on ‘pretty,’” message from him.” Where to fi nd says Kelly G. Griffin. him: “Deejaying at some funky Tuxedo, Giorgio Armani ($3,895). 717 showcase in the city. Sundays I’m Fifth Ave., 212-207-1902; armani.com. checking out DJ Tony Touch’s Evening shirt, Tom Ford ($750). 895 Funkbox [at Le Poisson Rouge]. Madison Ave., 212-359-0300. Pocket square, Brunello Cucinelli ($165). 379 [During the week I’m] holding court Bleecker St., 212-627-9202; at the BET offi ces among superstars brunellocucinelli.com. Miles lace-ups, Jimmy Choo ($950). 407 Bleecker St., and future stars.” —ANDREW C. STONE 212-366-1305; jimmychoo.com. Watch, Griffin’s own ANDREW LEVINE, 31 He has all the best links! Broker to the stars Jared Seligman says, “If you’re a Levine runs partnerships and passionate person, it’s communications at StumbleUpon, hard to get along with a major player in the world of someone who isn’t.” social referral, along with the video Coat, shirt, pants, scarf, discovery site 5by. The Tribeca and belt, Seligman’s own resident also shares his media savvy as a contributor to The Huffi ngton Post. Where to fi nd him: Making noise in the crowd at MSG during Phish concerts.

ANDY PICKENS, 26 After beginning his career at Goldman Sachs, Pickens jumped ship to start Jamplify, which provides digital marketing for live events. Start-up cred and unparalleled access to concert tickets are an unbeatable combination. Having Drake as a client helps, too. Where to fi nd him: Playing guitar around the city with his cover band.

ERIC TANNER, 25 A travel lover with a yen for booking friends’ trips, Tanner took his skills large-scale when he founded Tripwing, a vacation aggregation site that lets travelers plan their journeys from start to finish. Where to find him: At meetings for Seeds of Peace, where he’s the chair of the Young Leadership Committee Board.

MARK TANNER, 23 A mere two years out of Princeton, Tanner has manifested his love of sports in Movo, an ambitious new tech product line that has BOLDFACED BROKER just introduced its own low-cost JARED SELIGMAN fi tness band. Where to fi nd him: At the Business of Sports School, “BROKER TO THE STARS” Jared Seligman has found homes for Kirsten Dunst, Tommy Hilfi ger, Steve a Manhattan public school, Madden, and the Olsen twins, along with many other celebrities, racking up more than $750 million in sales along where he serves on the Young the way. The 27-year-old New York native and übersuccessful man-about-town is always on the go, but he makes Professionals Advisory Council. sure to fi nd time for favorite animal charities. Ideal partner: “Someone who is smart and passionate. When you’re a passionate person, it’s hard to get along with someone who isn’t. Also, someone with a really good sense of MARK TOTTEN, 29 values. And, of course, an animal lover.” Coolest spot for an NYC date? “I like to go to less cool, more established Mealtime Instagrammers, head this places like The Carlyle, where you can focus on good conversation.” Best part of dating in NYC? “There are so way. Totten’s recently launched many opportunities [to meet people].” Most challenging: “The amount of choice can be very tempting. It’s hard to app, Instant Props, offers rewards fi nd someone with certain values.” Secrets to his success: “I give 180 percent to anyone who steps into my offi ce.” (think discounts, shorter waiting Proudest achievement? “I hope that I’m a very good father to my animals. They’ve been a huge pride and joy. times) when users post a picture at a Also, client satisfaction.” Favorite causes: “I avidly support Animal Haven, the Soho shelter, and work closely participating restaurant. Snap away! with underfunded organizations devoted to rescuing dogs from puppy mills.” Where to fi nd him: At lunch: Le Where to fi nd him: Sipping an Bilboquet and the Regency. After hours: Bemelmans Bar and the Marlton Hotel. —DELIA VON NEUSCHATZ old fashioned at the West Village bar Employees Only.

110 GOTHAM-MAGAZINE.COM MANHATTAN TASTES RAPHAEL FRANCOIS

WHEN HE’S NOT cooking up some fabulous dish for the movers and shakers at Le Cirque, Ex- ecutive Chef Raphael Francois is involved in a passionate new love affair—with Manhattan. Since moving to the city six months ago, Francois has spent the majority of his time exploring different neighborhoods. “There is so much to discover here,” says the 35-year- old Frenchman. An ideal partner would be… “Independent, open- minded, adventurous, as well as a foodie ,so I can spoil her with my cooking. I like a woman who eats.” Best part of dating in New York? “All the great people. I like that American women are open- minded and adventurous. They are assertive and go after what they want.” Most challenging? “Everyone is very focused on his or her job.” Biggest achievement to date? “Being a piece of the puzzle when we earned two Michelin stars at the Connaught Hotel in London, where I was executive chef.” Pas- sions (besides work): Running, biking, and cinema. Favorite charities: “Food Bank for New “I like a woman who eats,” says York City and Share Our Strength. Raphael Francois, executive As a chef, I believe it is our duty chef at Le Cirque. to fi ght hunger and I support any Donegal suit jacket, Brooks Brothers like-minded organization.” Where Red Fleece ($498). 346 Madison Ave., to fi nd him: Running in Central 212-309-7765; brooksbrothers.com. Formal shirt ($630) and Tambour Blue Park and along the Hudson River, Chronograph watch, ($7,100), Louis riding his bike in his Upper West Vuitton. 1 E. 57th St., 212-758-8877; louisvuitton.com. Tyler jeans, J.Brand Side neighborhood, and exploring ($196). Bloomingdale’s, 1000 Third Ave., Brooklyn. “I like Williamsburg and 212-705-2000; bloomingdales.com. Fort Greene very much,” he says. Pocket square, John Varvatos ($198). 765 Madison Ave., 212-760-2414; —DIANE CLEHANE johnvarvatos.com. Sneakers, Tom Ford ($790). 895 Madison Ave., 212-359-0300; tomford.com Willem Van lancker, 26 and far to Williamsburg when he development, fnance, and Jon koon, 31 Van Lancker’s design work can opened Best Pizza. After spending e-commerce, Edwards is making A creative wunderkind, Koon made be seen everywhere from Apple’s April consulting at London’s Chiltern a splash in the retail game with custom cars in high school. He has since emojis to Google Maps. He’s also a Firehouse, Pinello is now planning Mixology, his fve-year-old chain of turned his talents to fashion and, now cofounder of Oyster, an app that’s a possible LA spot. Where to fnd fashion boutiques. Where to fnd as the creative director of Private Stock, being touted as the literary Netflix him: Flipping pies at Best Pizza. him: Overseeing the opening of to his line of edgy, luxury menswear. by giving subscribers unlimited Mixology’s new UES fagship. Where to fnd him: Hanging out at access to e-books. Where to Dale talDe, 35 Private Stock’s lavish Soho store. find him: On the water in and Top Chef fans have adored Talde since mike faHerty, 31 around the city. Before becoming a he appeared on the show’s fourth Faherty started his beach-inspired DaViD krauSe, 27 designer, he was a sea captain. and all-star seasons. He’s even more unisex line with twin brother Alex after A Pratt graduate, Krause has left revered by regulars at his stable of working in private equity. Interested his mark on the fashion world with winning restaurants—Talde, Thistle parties should prepare for some Alder, a line offering expertly tailored Food and Wine Hill Tavern, and Pork Slope, among brotherly love, as the former college women’s and men’s pieces. Where to them. Where to fnd him: Playing b-ball player shares an apartment with fnd him: Overseeing an ambitious Steffan Bankier, 26 pickup basketball in Brooklyn. his brother and sister-in-law. Where to renovation of his Midtown East If you’ve enjoyed a post-college glass fnd him: Getting a haircut from NYC apartment. of boxed wine without scrutiny, thank marc ViDal, 37 master barber Toshi. Bankier, whose company, Public Executive chef of the restaurant fernanDo House Wine, is taking the frat-house Boqueria’s three locations (with a new tim Gunn, 61 maStranGelo, 35 staple upscale. Or better yet, share a Upper East Side spot on the way), Vidal One of the rare reality-television stars Sculptor Mastrangelo has box with him. Where to fnd him: crafted Spanish tapas menus inspired to make his mark by being kind, experimented with nontraditional Enjoying a meal at Fig & Olive, where by his Barcelona upbringing. Where to reasonable, and well-spoken, Gunn materials like sugar, salt, and corn. His he worked as a busboy in high school. fnd him: At the Union Square farmers represents the sweeter side of the controversial work has been shown market, fnding choice produce. fashion biz, offering his fashion advice at the Brooklyn Museum. Where to Daniel Holzman, 35 both on Project Runway and in the fnd him: Riding his motorcycle over Holzman revolutionized an all- pages of Marie Claire. Where to fnd the Williamsburg Bridge. time favorite when he used his art/Fashion/ him: At the Met (he visits weekly). experience cooking at the country’s design XaVier Salomon, 35 top restaurants to open The Meatball marc JacoBS, 51 Recently appointed chief curator of The Shop, a citywide chain that elevates cHarlie Baker, 32 Despite many high-profle romances, Frick Collection, Dr. Salomon honed the Italian staple to high cuisine. The Upper East Side native’s the fashion king of Bleecker Street his knowledge of Italian Renaissance Where to fnd him: Scoping out new gorgeous landscapes unite art and has yet to settle down. With a bit painting during a three-year tenure at Meatball Shop locations. nature and have graced the store more time on his hands after ceding the Met. Where to fnd him: Enjoying windows of Hermès and Ralph the top spot at Louis Vuitton, Jacobs performances at the Met. oliVer kremer, 28 Lauren. Where to fnd him: At might be willing to let someone After searching New York for the kind stand-up comedy spots around NYC. capture his heart. Where to fnd aleXanDer WanG, 30 of San Francisco–style burritos he him: At the 69th Regiment Armory, Overachiever alert! In between adored and coming up empty-handed, morGan collett, 30 staging his fashion shows. designing his own line, T by Kremer and his brother teamed up to Collett turned his love of surfng into Alexander Wang, and serving as open the Mexican eatery Dos Toros. Saturdays Surf NYC, the popular ronalD JameS, 30 creative director of Balenciaga, the Where to fnd him: Guac-ing it out at fashion and lifestyle brand, whose This fnancier-turned-fashion whiz-kid designer is creating an H&M Dos Toros, with witty viral rap parody Soho shop and coffee bar is a photographer’s shots have appeared collection, which will be in stores in videos touting the restaurant. hangout for design-minded young in the international editions of November. Where to fnd him: At New Yorkers. Where to fnd him: Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, and Numero. one of his raucous afterparties. SHane lyonS, 26 Catching waves in the Rockaways. When not behind the lens, the globe- After gigs working under David Chang, trotter invests in musicals like Kinky eDWarD yeDiD, 36 Tom Colicchio, and Daniel Boulud, Simon collinS, 46 Boots and Here Lies Love. Where to As a partner at the design frm Grade, Lyons—a food-world wunderkind—is A bona fde fashion expert, Collins fnd him: Walking his Jack Russell Yedid has become an industry the top man at the Tribeca hot spot serves as the dean of the Fashion terrier near his UES apartment. name for his incredible interiors and Distilled. Where to fnd him: On School at Parsons and recently bespoke furniture designs. The New YouTube. Lyons was once a cast published his frst book, The School calVin klein, 71 York native is as often as not traveling member on Nickelodeon’s All That. of Fashion. As a former tailor, he says The legendary designer has stepped the globe for creative inspiration. he “still feels a thrill at a properly back from the fashion world in the Where to fnd him: At Upper East frank Pinello, 32 rolled lapel.” Where to fnd him: past decade and now has more Side and Chelsea galleries. If everyone loves pizza, then everyone Emceeing Parsons alumni events. time to enjoy life at his homes in loves Frank. After honing his skills at Southampton and the West Village. For more about Gotham’s Most Pulino’s and Roberta’s, the Brooklyn- JorDan eDWarDS, 29 Where to fnd him: Attending FIT Fabulous Bachelors, visit gotham- native drew pie lovers from near Leveraging his experience in alumni events. magazine.com. G

112 gotham-magazine.com “Someone driven, but still curious,” says Jonathan Keidan of his ideal partner.

Cable-knit cardigan, Etro ($1,674). 89 Greene St., 646-329-6929; etro.com. Cashmere cardigan, Brunello THE URBAN ADVENTURER Cucinelli ($1,070). 379 Bleecker St., 212-627-9202; JONATHAN KEIDAN brunellocucinelli.com. Shirt, Burberry London ($250). 9 E. 57th St., 212-407-7100; A CLUED-IN renaissance man— burberry.com. Jeans, Rag & whose website, insidehook.com, Bone Standard Issue ($175). 100-104 Christopher St., was voted the number-one online 212-727-2999; rag-bone.com. resource for the modern-day gent Epi belt, Louis Vuitton ($400). by Business Insider—Keidan is a 1 E. 57th St., 212-758-8877; louisvuitton.com prophetic seed investor (ZocDoc, Urban Compass, the AfroPunk Styling by Faye Power Grooming by Jillian Halouska Music Festival) and philanthropist. using Oribe Hair Care He’s also the venture advisor to Shot on location at Trigger Media, a devoted mentor Brass Monkey to underprivileged boys, and a lover of all things artisanal. Ideal partner: “Someone like-minded— driven, but still curious. My business overlaps with my passions. Being busy shouldn’t stop you from taking advantage of what life has to offer.” Coolest spot for an NYC date: “I have InsideHook editors scouring for the best new places. Sometimes it’s mysterious and theatrical, like Queen of the Night. Other times it’s about walking to Morgenstern’s for ice cream. That place will change your life.” Best part of dating in New York? “I like to explore, and I love beautifully made items, beauti- fully prepared food, anything with an artisanal element. This city is perfect for identifying that kind of passion.” Most challenging? “A lot of my friends line up dates, which seems exhausting. I’d prefer to meet some- one organically, through one of my charities. If I’m going to spend some time with someone, I want to be excited.” Proudest achievement: “When I hear from guys that Inside- Hook is something that’s improving their lives, that’s super gratifying.” Passions (besides work): “Music, investing, spending time with the par- ticipants in my charities, and seeking out the next great offerings in NYC and abroad.” Favorite causes: All Star Code, a nonprofi t that runs cod- ing workshops for minority boys and fosters diversity in the tech industry. “I was also a founder of the Bronx 1 Success Academy, a charter school giving underprivileged children ac- cess to world-class education. We will have almost 500 students in grades K through 5 in next year’s class.” Where to fi nd him: Running on the West Side along the river. —ANDREW C. STONE