The long wait is finally over! Vanderpump Rules stars Ariana Madix and Katie Maloney’s restaurant, Something About Her, is close to being open for customers. We can’t wait to see the line not only to grab a sandwich, but maybe a glimpse of the stars.
Last week, The US Sun reported extensive construction going on at the restaurant to rebuild the patio that, according to an insider, “didn’t meet the permit issues.” The insider further revealed that the shop will definitely “be open mid-August at the latest.”
Well, fans better get ready to see their two favorite VPR ladies in action!
Patio permits are the cause of the delay
According to the report, the shop was undergoing some construction, with torn up floors and debris. Construction workers were spotted making huge changes to the patio. An insider has all the details.
The source said that Something About Her was all ready to open earlier in the Summer. However, six weeks ago, the city let the owners know that their patio didn’t meet permit requirements. Hence the extensive changes, including taking down the signage board.
While the details might be concerning to fans, there’s nothing to worry about as the restaurant is all set and ready to rumble! The insider said, “Everything is completely done, the menu is done. The interior is done. Staff is hired.”
They assured that it was only the permits holding them up and nothing else, contrary to fan opinion that the ladies were lying and that the restaurant wasn’t close to even opening.
Customers will get a Parisian feel, with chandeliers, glass jars, fancy pillows, and more. Ariana and Katie have nothing to worry monetarily, as they already were making hefty sums of money promoting the restaurant’s merch early on.
Well, half of the restaurant’s promotion and the monetary profits should be credited to Scandoval. The ladies launched an online store for their yet-to-open business on the occasion of International Women’s Day.
They sold T-shirts, hats, and phone cases all under $50. Fans flocked to buy the merch as a sign of support for both Ariana and Katie. Considering these two women suffered the most in the season in terms of their relationships, the profits were definitely worth it!
TELL US – ARE YOU WAITING FOR THE RESTAURANT TO OPEN? WILL YOU BE PAYING A VISIT ONCE THEY OFFICIALLY OPEN?
Has her “biggest insecurity” turned into her biggest regret? Weeks after Danielle Cabral revealed having a tummy tuck surgery, the reality star has an update on her recovery, and it’s a sad one.
The Real Housewives of New Jersey star took to her Instagram Stories on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, and revealed that she’d been struggling with managing her mental health since getting the procedure done. While she assured fans she would be okay, Danielle desperately wants to get back to her day-to-day life.
On her Instagram, she said, “I knew this was a tough recovery, but my mental health is draining a little this week. You can’t take a break from being a mom and also wanting to crush life. On top of all that, it’s summer and I’m over here like Quasimodo. So I’ve just been a lil blahhh. #andthistooshallpass.”
Danielle is choosing to stay positive after all!
Danielle wants to go back to wearing cute clothes
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Looks like the tummy tuck procedure is eating away at Danielle’s time. The RHONJ newcomer wanted to desperately get back to being her own fun self. We’ve all been there!
She said, “BUT I am currently at the ‘f*** I just want to wear cute clothes, workout, stand up normal, and get back to my day-to-day life’ stage. I’ve been recording the recovery process so I will be sharing that with you all…”
Earlier this month, Danielle documented her tummy tuck journey in a lengthy video, calling her stomach her “biggest insecurity.” She talked about being self-conscious about the excess skin she had around her tummy following the birth of her two children.
The reality star revealed that her two traumatic C-sections left her stomach “wrecked,” and was also glad that RHONJ wasn’t shot on the beach, otherwise she would’ve had to see the rest of her castmates in “cute belly-baring dresses.”
She’d trusted Dr. John Paul Tutela, who had already done her breast augmentation and rhinoplasty, for her tummy tuck. She hoped to normalize the cosmetic procedure for women to not hold any judgement and “for those who others assume don’t need it.”
Although the recovery process is long, we love Danielle for speaking her mind. Maybe we’ll see her in a two-piece shoot or on the beach filming for the next RHONJ season, who knows?
TELL US – WHAT DO YOU THINK OF DANIELLE’S UPDATE? DO YOU THINK HER TUMMY TUCK SURGERY WAS WORTH IT?
The reality star, best known for her time on the Real Housewives of Atlanta, is no stranger to conflict on reality television. Not only did she fight incessantly with her ex-husband Peter Thomas on the show, but she also had one of the nastiest falling-outs with her former bestie, NeNe Leakes. And for those who know, NeNe is one hell of a character. She will get you together with a quickness, all while being wickedly entertaining.
In addition to those big ticket feuds, Cynthia had quarrels with her co-stars Kenya Moore and Phaedra Parks, but one of her most intense was with Porsha Williams. During a boating trip, the pair became inflamed in a heated conversation that became physical. Thankfully, security was there to stop it before it went further, but that doesn’t make it okay. And Cynthia feels the same way.
Cynthia says you MUST respect boundaries
While filling in for Tamra on her podcast, Two Ts In A Pod, Cynthia and Teddi Mellencamp discussed the explosive moment between Tamra and Jenn Pedantri on the latest RHOC.
The reality star stated she “was a little disappointed” in Tamra after watching her disrespect Jenn in such a way. Being a staple on the Real Housewives, the actress believed Tamra could’ve made her point by using her vocabulary — not tableware.
“Tamra is very quick on her feet – I didn’t like that Tamra threw that napkin because I feel like when you do things like that, you open up the door for things to actually escalate. On [RHOA,] you throw a napkin at somebody’s face, you may as well thrown a chair because it’s going to escalate,” Cynthia said.
She further added the girls have “to respect people’s space.”
“You can read them for filth, you can curse them out, you can do whatever you want to do with your words, and again Tamra’s my girl; Tamra knows, like, how to land a plane and get her point across,” she added.
Regarding Jenn, Cynthia gave the newbie some advice, noting she wished she had “stood up” for herself in some manner.
The Real Housewives of Orange County continues on Wednesdays at 8/7c on Bravo.
TELL US – WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT TAMRA’S ACTIONS? ARE YOU UPSET WITH WHAT SHE DID?
Jill Zarin celebrated her third annual Luxury Luncheon this past weekend (July 29, 2023). Celebrity event planner Sean Koski, and co-founder of Ticket2Events Brian Kelly told Reality Tea that they had “a lot of great things in store.” Looking at some of the pictures from the extravaganza, it’s clear they were telling the truth!
“All the VIP/Golden ticket holders will be treated to a custom fit 14k solid gold Permanent bracelet upon entry from The Bond Society,” the pair promised. And that was just for starters. Guests were also treated to a giftbag, with contents worth over $5,000. We asked for the exclusive details on what was included, and now, we’re jealous that we didn’t get one for ourselves!
What was in the Jill Zarin Luxury Luncheon giftbag?
Complimentary membership of matchmaking from Tawkify
Grande Lash
Nutrafol
V-Spot Media Spa
ProLon
Floof Dog Wipes
Natural Life Bohemian
Canvelle
Mario Badescu
Waterdrop
+ even more!
We think it’s fair to say that the guests at Jill Zarin’s Luxury Luncheon 2023 were gifted with some of the finest products money can buy.
“An event like this take us all year,” said Sean and Brian. “The month after we are finished, brands reach back out to us and want to sign back on, or those who have seen it in the press and missed the previous year want to sign up and be involved.”
Now enjoying a new type of relationship with Ally, Jill shared: “We are business partners in our Crystal Manifestation Candle company, Jill & Ally, as well as Jill Zarin Home, which just launched its first tabletop collection at the Atlanta Market. I am so proud of her, and I am so lucky that I get to watch her thrive in business as well as her personal life.”
TELL US – WOULD YOU LIKE TO GET YOUR HANDS ON ONE OF THE LUXURY LUNCHEON GIFTBAGS? SEEING ANY OF YOUR FAVORITE PRODUCTS IN THERE?
When last we saw the Real Housewives of New York, the ladies were having a Hamptons weekend at Erin Lichy’s gorgeous house. Jessel Taank crawled out of bed complaining, “I don’t think I’ve ever been this cold, and I live in England.”
The heat wasn’t working in the guest rooms upstairs. Bummer for the ladies, who were all freezing. Erin’s room on the lower level was nice and toasty, at least. “I knew that hosting these girls was going to be, like, a thing,” Erin admitted, “but it’s just really overwhelming. I kind of want to leave my own house.”
Ubah Hassan arrived in Erin’s bedroom saying she was more upset that Jenna Lyons had left without saying goodbye the night before. When Erin caught her trying to sneak out, she said she had a phone call scheduled for 6:30 a.m. and needed to get some sleep. Also, I think Jenna’s just a very private person and was probably kind of overwhelmed by all the other women’s energy.
At that moment, Sai De Silva chose to make a dramatic entrance, tripping over an area rug and landing in a heap at the foot of Erin’s bed. “You came in like a wrecking ball,” Jessel said. In contrast to the other ladies who were complaining about everything, Sai was just grateful to be on “a very free trip” to Erin’s beautiful home.
Jenna returns … and probably wishes she hadn’t
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While the ladies were having their coffee, Jenna suddenly returned. I’m sure she soon regretted coming back at all because the other women jumped all over her for leaving the night before. They spent a good few minutes scolding her for abandoning them when all she wanted was a good night’s sleep before her 6:30 a.m. call.
A knock on the door announced the arrival of Erin’s personal trainer David. He’s a very handsome guy, and Ubah was immediately smitten. Even though she never exercises, Ubah decided she’d participate in the morning workout just so she could stare at David.
Brynn Whitfield, who had been sick the day before, arrived wearing sweatpants, sneakers and a full-length fur coat. I’m hoping it was faux, ’cause fur is not cool, y’all. Brynn knew David and greeted him with a big hug. When David asked her if she was going to work out, she told him she’d been sick and wasn’t feeling up to it. “I want you to give me a hard time,” Brynn told him, “but not in that way.” Signature Brynn.
As Jenna said, “Brynn was born flirting … the girl can turn on a paper bag. I need to take lessons, truthfully.”
But when Brynn carried on with the flirting a little too long, Ubah stepped in and pulled David’s attention back to the girls who were actually there to work out. “Brynn, step aside,” the native Somali interviewed. “You have strep throat. Don’t give my man strep throat.”
Overdressed for Sag Harbor
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Everyone went back inside for a snack, but Erin wasn’t done giving Jenna a hard time about leaving. For her part, Jenna explained in an interview, “I feel a little out of my element. I’m not that great at being on someone else’s terms and someone else’s schedule.” I get that. Jenna has a tough time in groups.
Finally, Erin realized that Jenna is “just a different person … We need to give her time and clearly the space to let us in.” I 100% agree with that assessment. Be patient, Erin.
Everyone gathered in the living room on the way to lunch in Sag Harbor. Jenna was dressed casually in jeans, a fuzzy jacket and a trucker hat. But when the other ladies arrived, they looked like they were going to a fashion show. Erin emerged from her room also dressed casually in jeans and a colorful wool jacket. “Oh, my God,” she exclaimed. “Should I change?”
“Where do these girls think they’re going?” she said in a production interview. “They are way too dressed up for lunch in Sag.”
At the restaurant, the ladies talked about different ways to pick up men. Jenna, of course, doesn’t date men. She dates women. “There’s a really different way of dating men than there is women, and it’s a totally different set of rules. Women know women’s tricks, and you don’t need to hide. You can just be open and forward and honest.” Very interesting, Jenna. Good to know.
“There’s more of a game that exists with men and women,” Jenna continued. “So I feel a sense of relief that I don’t have to deal with any of this.” Me, too. I’m glad I’m married, though I do miss the game sometimes.
Brynn thinks there’s a double standard in play
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Brynn and Jessel were left alone at the table while the others visited the loo. Brynn felt it was unfair that Jenna had left Erin’s house the night before, but was already forgiven. Whereas Brynn had been scolded (and was still stinging from it) about leaving and going to another restaurant when she didn’t like the one Erin had chosen.
Sai complained that she was “out of gas,” since they didn’t eat after their workout. She needed some food stat. “Is that my fault?” Jenna asked.
“No, nothing is your fault, Jenna,” Brynn piped up. “Nothing can be Jenna’s fault. It’s probably my fault. Jenna has a blank check.”
“Great,” Jenna said. “Your bank account’s empty?”
“No,” Brynn answered. “But in the Bank of Erin, it is.” Yikes. Didn’t I read somewhere that Brynn was no longer BFFs with some of the group after filming ended this season? I’m starting to see why.
Brynn finally spoke up about the double standard, “You’re more offended about someone not going to one dinner reservation than you are about someone leaving your house after you made them monogrammed pajamas?”
Erin explained that she was annoyed that Jenna didn’t stay, but they talked through it, Jenna apologized and they moved on. “What else could I have done?”
Erin added that Jenna had apologized within a couple of hours, but Brynn didn’t speak to her for weeks following Restaurant-Gate. Brynn compared the situation to “I stepped on your dog’s paw versus shooting your dog.” Huh, what?
“I can’t follow it,” Ubah laughed. “I’m watching a French movie right now.”
Do not touch another homegirl’s thermostat
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Conversation turned to sleeping arrangements now that Brynn had arrived. Jenna offered Brynn her room since, and she would “take my ass home.”
When Sai mentioned how cold it was in the upstairs part of Erin’s house, Brynn volunteered, “Honestly, one of the rudest things – what I would never do – do not touch another homegirl’s thermostat. Don’t do that sh*t. I would never walk into your house and turn your [thermostat up]. That is messed up! Do not touch my thermostat.”
“I’m lost,” Ubah said. “I’m watching another French movie. What’s happening?” I’m right there with you, Ubah. We need subtitles for this film.
As they left the restaurant, Sai asked Ubah to take her picture. “Influencers in the wild!” Erin announced.
Two truths and a lie (more than I ever wanted to know)
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To liven up the dinner conversation, Erin suggested a game of Two Truths and a Lie. “I had sex at a Knicks game, I had sex in a car … ” she began.
“Oh, my God,” Brynn interrupted. “Who hasn’t dated a Knicks player?” Ubah choked on her sushi.
“I had sex in a Senator’s office,” Erin concluded. Everyone thought the Senator was the lie, but it was the Knicks game. Oooooh, Erin. Spicy! “Not telling the story,” she insisted when everyone wanted to know about the Senator.
“I have given multiple handjobs at the same time,” Sai said. “I have done threesomes, and I love to be choked out.” Yikes, Sai’s naughty. Brynn thought being “choked out” was the lie, but it was the one about handjobs. Of course it is. Because Sai needs her hands to take selfies and create content for her social media. As Brynn said, “Swipe up to buy.”
“I have reverse cowgirled a professional athlete,” Brynn said, as everyone rolled their eyes. Of course, she has. ” … reverse cowgirled a Saudi prince…”
“I see a recurring theme here,” Jessel commented. “She doesn’t like to look at whoever she’s screwing apparently, but she wants to show everyone her ass, which is very on-brand for Brynn.”
“I’ve reverse cowgirled a US governor,” Brynn continued. (Honestly, I confess I had to Google “reverse cowgirl” ’cause I wasn’t quite sure what that was. I’ve led a sheltered life.) Everyone guessed the governor was the lie, and it was.
“Brynn loves to giddyap, doesn’t she?” Sai said. “She is a big-time pony rider.”
How many housewives does it take to light a fire pit?
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After dinner, the ladies changed into their comfy, warm clothes so they could sit outside by the fire pit. But Erin was having trouble getting it to light. She was on the phone with her husband Abe, but he was walking her through all the steps she’d already tried. Finally, she decided to go get another propane tank.
When Erin left to retrieve the other tank, Brynn noticed that she was talking to “Abe the babe” and immediately started flirting with him over the phone. “Abe the babe, how’s my boy?”
Once they changed the tank, however, the pit fired right up. Thanks for your help, Abe!
Brynn was sent inside to get the Sake. She stood in front of a wall of white enamel, saying, “Siri, open the door.” When nothing happened and she still couldn’t figure out how to open it, she tried, “Alexa, open the door.” When that didn’t work, she tried knocking, like the little elves inside the fridge would answer the door maybe?
Finally, she pushed on the door hard enough to release the spring that opened the refrigerator door. “God, white people are so weird,” she said.
Being poor and loving the Dollar Store
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In the backyard, the ladies were talking about their love for the Dollar Store. I love the Dollar Store, too! It’s great for stocking stuffers at Christmas time. And when my son was little and he couldn’t win enough tickets at Chucky Cheese to get any of the prizes he wanted, I took him to the Dollar Store and told him he could pick out anything in the whole store. He thought their toy aisle was heaven.
Following a discussion of how poor Sai and Brynn were growing up and how it resulted in making them tougher, Erin leaned over and asked Jenna, “So wait, are you staying tonight?”
“Yes, I’m staying,” Jenna said. What a surprise! And everyone – except maybe Brynn, who’s still jealous of Jenna’s special status – was happy.
The Real Housewives of New York airs Sundays at 9/8c on Bravo and the following day on Peacock.
TELL US – WHAT DO YOU THINK OF BRYNN? IS SHE A BIG FLIRT AND SUPER EXTRA? OR IS SHE JUST INSECURE AND NEEDS EVERYONE’S ATTENTION? DID YOU THINK JENNA GOT PREFERENTIAL TREATMENT?
