{"id":18544,"date":"2025-05-13T20:04:02","date_gmt":"2025-05-13T20:04:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rcourihay.com\/?p=18544"},"modified":"2026-03-15T15:06:39","modified_gmt":"2026-03-15T15:06:39","slug":"mayor-eric-adams-at-r-couri-hays-birthday-bash","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rcourihay.com\/staging\/blog\/mayor-eric-adams-at-r-couri-hays-birthday-bash\/","title":{"rendered":"Mayor Eric Adams at R. Couri Hay\u2019s Birthday Bash"},"content":{"rendered":"

Mayor Eric Adams Dazzles at R. Couri Hay\u2019s Birthday Bash and La Piazza\u2019s Grand Opening in NYC<\/h2>\n
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Mayor Eric Adams with R. Couri Hay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

New York City\u2019s stylish mayor joins A-list guests to celebrate PR guru R. Couri Hay\u2019s birthday at the chic new restaurant.<\/strong><\/p>\n

New York, NY \u2013 On a vibrant evening at the grand opening of\u00a0La Piazza<\/strong><\/a>, Mayor\u00a0Eric Adams<\/strong>\u00a0brought his signature dapper charm to a star-studded celebration. The event doubled as a birthday bash for renowned PR guru\u00a0R. Couri Hay<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

A Plant-Based Feast for the Mayor<\/h2>\n

Staying true to his\u00a0plant-based diet<\/strong>, Mayor Adams enjoyed a curated selection of dishes crafted by\u00a0Fabrizio Barretta<\/strong>, La Piazza\u2019s critically acclaimed chef. Barretta, flown in by owners\u00a0Juljan and Ledjo Musabelliu<\/strong>\u00a0from their flagship restaurant in Venice, Italy, ensured the mayor\u2019s meal aligned with his health-conscious lifestyle. The menu showcased La Piazza\u2019s commitment to fresh, innovative cuisine, making it a new hotspot for NYC\u2019s foodies.<\/p>\n

A-List Guests Light Up the Night<\/h3>\n
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Herb Karlitz & Julia Haart<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Ann Dexter Jones & Janna Bullock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Lady Liliana Cavendish, Eyal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Rebecca Seawright, Nicole Miller, Vicki Schnepss<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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The guest list read like a who\u2019s-who of New York\u2019s elite. Among the attendees were\u00a0Ann Dexter-Jones<\/strong>, ex-wife of British-American\u00a0rock<\/a>\u00a0band\u00a0Foreigner’s guitarist <\/a>Mick Jones<\/strong>, alongside fashion designers\u00a0Julia Haart<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Nicole Miller<\/strong>. Socialite\u00a0Liliana Cavendish<\/strong>, travel writer\u00a0Joe Alexander<\/strong>, and lighting designer\u00a0Bentley Meeker<\/strong>\u00a0added to the eclectic mix. Author\u00a0Michael Gross<\/strong>\u00a0was also spotted, fresh off buzz about his upcoming tell-all book on\u00a0St. Barts<\/strong>, diving into the lives of the stars and billionaires who flock to its shores.<\/p>\n

Other notable names included\u00a0Liz and Todd Shapiro<\/strong>, New York Assembly Member\u00a0Rebecca Seawright<\/strong>, event maestro\u00a0Herb Karlitz<\/strong>, designer\u00a0TC Chou<\/strong>, and plastic surgeon\u00a0Dr. Tony Berlet<\/strong>\u00a0with his wife,\u00a0Kerry Berlet<\/strong>. Kerry, host of the hit podcast\u00a0Once Upon a Surgery<\/em>, has been captivating audiences with in-depth interviews featuring her husband\u2019s patients, offering a unique glimpse into the world of cosmetic surgery.<\/p>\n

La Piazza: NYC\u2019s New Culinary Gem<\/h3>\n

La Piazza\u2019s opening marks a bold addition to Manhattan\u2019s dining scene. With its Venice-inspired elegance and a menu helmed by Chef Barretta, the restaurant is poised to become a go-to destination for both locals and tourists. Owners Juljan and Ledjo Musabelliu have brought their passion for hospitality to Midtown, creating a space that blends sophistication with warmth.<\/p>\n

Why La Piazza\u2019s Opening Matters<\/h3>\n