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

You Might Also Like

The Weekender: Beyond White Beach, A Guide to Boracay, Philippines

by | Sep 13, 2026 | Home, Lifestyle, The Weekender | 0 Comments

Boracay hardly needs an introduction. White Beach, with its powder-fine sand and famously blue water, has made this small Philippine island one of the country’s most...

Where Small Dogs Meet Big Style: The Style Den and Pawsitive Vibes LA Bring a New Kind of Social Life to Marina del Rey

by | Sep 9, 2026 | Culture, Events, Home | 0 Comments

This fall, a 7,000-square-foot Marina del Rey space becomes a meeting point for fashion, wellness, beauty, business—and the increasingly sophisticated world of...

Thousands Turn Out for the 14th Annual BRA Run LA at Dockweiler State Beach

by | Sep 6, 2026 | Events, Home | 0 Comments

Thousands of runners, walkers, cyclists, breast cancer survivors and supporters gathered at Dockweiler State Beach on Sunday, August 30, for the 14th annual BRA Run LA,...

The Weekender: Why Napa Never Goes Out Of Style

by | Sep 4, 2026 | Home, Lifestyle, The Weekender | 0 Comments

Arguably the most established wine region in the United States, Napa continues to set the standard as the de facto wine escape for discerning Californians. Fall is...

Dr. David Smotrich: Redefining the Future of Family Building

by | Sep 1, 2026 | Featured, Home, Lifestyle | 0 Comments

For more than three decades, Dr. David Smotrich has been pushing the boundaries of reproductive medicine, helping transform fertility treatment from a field of limited...

Meet The AI Chicks: LA Based Entrepreneurs Making Artificial Intelligence Accessible for Everyone

by | Aug 27, 2026 | Home, other | 0 Comments

In a world where artificial intelligence is reshaping industries faster than most people can keep up, LA-based entrepreneurs Aisha Corpas Wynn and Lana Hout have built...

Los Angelist: A Dog Lover’s Guide to Southern California

by | Aug 25, 2026 | Culture, Home, Lifestyle, Los Angelist | 0 Comments

Southern California has always embraced outdoor living, but perhaps nowhere is that more evident than in its love for dogs. Across the region, four-legged companions...

Los Angelist: A Wellness Culture Guide to Southern California

by | Aug 7, 2026 | Culture, Home, Lifestyle, Los Angelist | 0 Comments

Southern California has long been associated with sunshine, beautiful coastlines, and year-round outdoor living. Beneath those iconic landscapes, however, lies...

Malibu Wellness Experience Blends Luxury, Movement, and Purpose in Support of Saving Innocence

by | Aug 6, 2026 | Culture, Events, Home, Lifestyle | 0 Comments

MALIBU, California — Wellness meets meaningful impact this summer as guests are invited to experience an intimate morning of movement, mindfulness, and connection at a...