Each week, host Christina Cates—a seasoned hospitality professional with more than two decades of experience in some of New York City’s most respected restaurants—explores the people, ideas, and innovations shaping today’s food and beverage landscape. She oversees brand, product, and operations, shaping a company known for storytelling‑driven marketing and a commitment to making wedding rings meaningful, not generic. Website: https://www.manlybands.comARLENE MURRAY — Owner and Lead Cake Designer, Polkadot Cake ShopArlene Murray is the owner and lead cake designer of Polkadot Cake Shop, a full‑service custom bakery located at 137 Stuyvesant Avenue in Lyndhurst, New Jersey. Polkadot Cake Shop is also a recipient of The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame. Join us behind the scenes of today’s most personalized celebrations and learn about the new expectations that are shaping weddings nationwide.

Source: The Herald January 03, 2026 00:49 UTC