It's hard to believe that Countess LuAnn de Lesseps, best known for her role on Bravo’s hit reality series “The Real Housewives of New York City,” which concludes for the season Thursday, moved to Manhattan just three years ago. “I have traveled the world and lived in some of the most breathtakingly beautiful places,” says the countess, “but nothing compares to the melting pot that is New York City.” The former Italian model turned philanthropist, socialite and etiquette expert — thanks to her book “Class With the Countess: How To Live With Elegance and Flair” — lives on the Upper West Side in a two-bedroom apartment overlooking the river. This is her New York.
1.Chez Josephine, 414 W. 42nd St., between Ninth and 10th avenues“This is where I’ll have dinner with friends after a night at the theater. The food is amazing — especially the cassoulet and Chinese ravioli with goat cheese —and the walls are decorated with memorabilia of Josephine Baker. The bistro is owned by her adopted son Jean-Claude Baker, who is a great host and a fabulous piano player. He really captures that period of jazz.”
2. Catherine Malandrino, 652 Hudson St., between 13th and Gansevoort streets“Catherine is a personal friend and an incredible designer who really understands women and how we should dress. Her clothes are feminine yet sexy, and I love that her boutique is organized by color.”
3.La Pomme, 37 W. 26th St., between Broadway and Sixth Avenue“I love to dance, and this is my favorite place to dance in New York City. It’s incredibly chic with fun music, great Champagne cocktails and plenty of beautiful people.”
4.Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa, 691 Fifth Ave., between 54th and 55th streets“When that big red door closes behind me, it’s my time for relaxation. No cellphone, no BlackBerry, nothing. This is where I go to relax and recharge. Something about this spa feels very classic and old New York to me.”
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