An Intimate Holiday Celebration: Hilaria Baldwin’s Gurus Magazine Cover Launch at ZOÌ

by | Dec 22, 2025

Hilaria Baldwin was celebrated in signature New York City fashion on Friday, December 19, as she marked her Gurus Magazine Holiday Cover with an intimate yet high-profile gathering at ZOÌ Mediterranean Cuisine in Nomad. Hosted by Gurus Magazine Publisher and CEO Derek Warburton and produced by A. Rothschild PR, the evening delivered a refined blend of culture, conversation, and seasonal elegance.

Hilaria Baldwin poses with her Gurus Magazine cover display while celebrating her cover launch at Zoi Mediterranean Cuisine, Nomad, in NYC.

Set against ZOÌ’s chic Mediterranean interiors, the celebration unfolded with warm lighting, elevated décor, and an energetic guest list that mirrored the ethos of Gurus Magazine itself — a community rooted in creativity, thought leadership, and meaningful dialogue. While undeniably glamorous, the evening felt personal, like a holiday gathering among friends brought together to honor Baldwin’s milestone moment.

Celebrity photographer Josh Fogel celebrates Hilaria Baldwin’s Gurus Magazine cover launch with Hilaria Baldwin and Alec Baldwin at Zoi Mediterranean Cuisine, Nomad, in NYC.

Throughout the night, guests admired Baldwin’s striking cover display while mingling over curated hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and a caviar bar. The atmosphere balanced sophistication with ease, transforming the launch into an immersive experience rather than a traditional media event.

Derek Warburton celebrates Hilaria Baldwin’s cover launch alongside Mara Dorne at Zoi Mediterranean Cuisine, Nomad, in NYC.

Candace Bushnell celebrates Hilaria Baldwin’s cover launch at Zoi Mediterranean Cuisine, Nomad, in NYC.

Margaret Josephs and Hilaria Baldwin celebrate Hilaria Baldwin’s cover launch at Zoi Mediterranean Cuisine, Nomad, in NYC.

Supporting Baldwin throughout the evening was her husband, Alec Baldwin, who shared in the celebration as guests stopped to congratulate the cover star and capture photos. The party attracted an impressive mix of figures from media, fashion, literature, and entertainment, including Candace Bushnell, creator of Sex and the City; The Real Housewives of New Jersey star Margaret Josephs; American television personality Dina Lohan; Tony Award–winning Broadway producer Wendy Federman; New York designers Frederick Anderson and Kobi Halperin; celebrity photographer Harold Mindel; and Mara Dorne, host of the BILF Podcast.

Kara Francis celebrates Hilaria Baldwin’s cover launch alongside Hilaria Baldwin at Zoi Mediterranean Cuisine, Nomad, in NYC.

Derek Warburton celebrates Hilaria Baldwin’s cover launch with Michael and Michele Lukacs at Zoi Mediterranean Cuisine, Nomad, in NYC.

Candace Bushnell, Dina Lohan, and Frederick Anderson celebrate Hilaria Baldwin’s cover launch at Zoi Mediterranean Cuisine, Nomad, in NYC.

Also in attendance were entrepreneur Michael Lukacs and wife, Michele Lukacs, Relationship Expert and Divorce Guru Kara Francis, and celebrity photographer Josh Fogel, who photographed Baldwin for the holiday cover.

The seamless execution of the evening was made possible through a partnership with ZOÌ owner Onur Safak and IE Group President and Co-Founder Jeff Krauss, whose hospitality elevated every detail — from the dining experience to the flow of the night. Special acknowledgments were also extended to Gurus Magazine Editor Ashley Kane and Kat Friedman.

Gurus Magazine Publisher Derek Warburton, Candace Bushnell, Hilaria Baldwin, and celebrity publicist Anna Rothschild celebrate Hilaria Baldwin’s Gurus Magazine cover launch at Zoi Mediterranean Cuisine, Nomad, in NYC.

Wendy Federman celebrates Hilaria Baldwin’s cover launch at Zoi Mediterranean Cuisine, Nomad, in NYC.

Ashley Foster Kane celebrates Hilaria Baldwin’s cover launch alongside Hilaria Baldwin at Zoi Mediterranean Cuisine, Nomad, in NYC.

As cameras flashed and guests transitioned into an intimate seated dinner complete with lavish desserts, the celebration evolved into a night defined by connection and authenticity. Sponsored gift bags from Blissy and Javvy added a festive finishing touch.

More than a cover launch, the evening honored Hilaria Baldwin’s voice, journey, and influence, closing the year on a note of empowerment and community — a reflection of both the cover star and the publication she was celebrating.

Photo credit: Dennis Tooshkanov of Arie Photo Studio
IG: @ariephotostudio

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