Cosmopolitans: Love Them or Leave Them?


Updated 05/26/10 5:30 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 6 comments

Cosmopolitans: Love Them or Leave Them?

The cosmopolitan cocktail became a household name when it was famously featured in Sex and the City. Some might say "infamously featured," since the series made the drink so ubiquitous, it became a punchline in the first Sex and the City movie. Overexposed or not, I still enjoy a good cosmo, especially a variation like this white cosmo. Do you still love cosmos, or would you rather leave 'em Read more

12 Foods to Avoid on a First Date


Updated 11/08/08 2:24 PM · Posted by · 51 comments

12 Foods to Avoid on a First Date

Since first dates usually revolve around a meal, it's important to pay attention to what you eat, how you eat it, and how it'll affect you later in the night! November's issue of Cosmo touched upon mastering a first date, and named six foods to avoid in order to do just that. Check out their six below, and six of my own too! A messy plate of spaghetti with tomato sauce Escargots with butter Read more

Come Party With Me: Sex and the City Marathon — Drinks


Updated 04/11/08 8:50 AM · Posted by partysugar · 10 comments

Come Party With Me: Sex and the City Marathon — Drinks

Without Sex and the City, the Cosmopolitan would not be the wildly popular cocktail it is today. Created in the early 80s, the drink became well known because Carrie frequently ordered the rosy-hued concoction. At the Sex and the City marathon that Fab and I are hosting, we'll definitely be pouring Cosmopolitans. We'll also have tons of pink champagne and sparkling water on hand. To see the Read more

Cosmo: Pet of the Week


Updated 05/08/09 5:25 PM · Posted by PetSugar · 7 comments

Cosmo: Pet of the Week

Meet Cosmo, the Canasta playing cat. I don't know much about that card game, but I'm picturing old dudes and cigars . . . hmm, or cats. This little Ragdoll is one tough cookie, I mean kitty. When not playing this game (or professional poker, natch), he is staging a constant battle against his nemesis, the cable army armor. You see all he wants to do is eat cords – cell phone charger cords, Read more

Happy Hour: Champagne Cosmo


Updated 07/11/08 4:52 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 11 comments

Happy Hour: Champagne Cosmo

I was cleaning out my inbox when I came across this recipe for a Champagne Cosmo. The folks at TheBar.com sent it over as a great holiday cocktail, but unfortunately I didn't see it in time. Luckily for us, champagne is always in style, and the cosmo is here to stay. So if you're looking for a new twist on the average glass of bubbly, then check out this recipe. I plan on giving it a go this Read more

Eva Mendes: The Jeans Diet


Updated 12/06/09 6:09 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 28 comments

Eva Mendes: The Jeans Diet

You guys were really interested in Eva's 5-Factor Fitness but she also told Cosmopolitan magazine about another less structured diet, the Jeans Diet, that she follows. Want to know what the Jeans Diet is all about, then read more Read more

Zoe Saldana on Her Style Guru, Not Being a "Pink Girl", and More at the Cosmo Latinas Launch


Updated 05/10/12 3:04 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Zoe Saldana Interview

With her supporting family in tow, Zoe Saldana celebrated her cover on the first issue of Cosmopolitan Latinas last night at the Press Lounge in NYC looking gorgeous in a frothy mauve Elie Saab Couture dress, Bottega Veneta clutch, Brian Atwood pumps, and Irit Design jewels. Between her infectious smile and down-to-earth personality, it was hard not to fall in love with the beautiful actress. At Read more

Middle East Braces For Launch of Cosmo


Updated 03/28/11 3:34 PM · Posted by · 12 comments

Cosmo Magazine Launching in Middle East

Not to be confused with al-Qaeda's new women's magazine dubbed the Jihad Cosmo, this is the real deal. The publisher of British Cosmopolitan is launching a Middle Eastern edition next month in Kuwait, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Lebanon, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia. Nobody's expecting a warm welcome. Muslim countries view the magazine — an instantly recognizable symbol of sexual freedom Read more

Rose Byrne Tells Us About Her '70s Bangs and Fearless Fashion


Updated 03/06/12 6:18 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Rose Byrne Oscars Dress and Bangs

Last night at Cosmo's Fun and Fearless Awards at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in New York City, we caught up with Rose Byrne, who told us how she chose her Vivienne Westwood Oscars dress, how her bangs have influenced her style, and why she loves Kate Moss. Watch our video to see the lovely Aussie — this time in Chanel! — tell all. Read more