Pietra Communications

11/20/2025

Rebecca Rau Jewels is officially making waves! National Jeweler just spotlighted the debut of Rebecca Rau’s Then & Now collection, an extraordinary fusion of ancient artifacts and contemporary fine jewelry design.

From 1,500-year-old Sasanian amethysts to Saxon-era fittings and medieval Fede rings, every piece is a wearable piece of history reimagined through a modern, artistic lens. As a fourth gen art and antique dealer at M.S. Rau, Rebecca brings her deep knowledge, global sourcing experience, and love of storytelling into each unique jewel.

The exhibition opens tonight with a special reception at Jill Newhouse Gallery. There is a collection tour tomorrow for those registered on NYCJW, and the public viewing this Friday and Saturday during NYC Jewelry Week.

If you’d like to attend the launch or book a tour, registration is now open. Read more: https://nationaljeweler.com/articles/14466-rebecca-rau-jewels-debuts-with-then-now-collection

A huge congratulations to Rebecca on this stunning feature and unforgettable brand debut!

11/19/2025

Two Washington bagel shops went to the big leagues! Watch KING 5’s feature on Pacific Northwest talent competing at New York BagelFest:

We love to see Washington flavor ranked on the national stage! https://www.msn.com/en-us/foodanddrink/foodnews/2-washington-bagel-shops-compete-in-national-bagel-fest/vi-AA1QAZdR?ocid=BingNewsSerp

Washington's Backyard Bagel placed third in the "Rising Star" category at the national Bagel Fest.

11/19/2025

Rebecca Rau Jewels is headlining Art Daily today 🔥Who else is coming to the launch party tomorrow night.

THEN & NOW debuts this week at NYC Jewelry Week at Jill Newhouse Gallery, where ancient history meets modern design. Rebecca’s inaugural collection transforms original artifacts dating from 1200 BC to 1880 AD into one-of-a-kind, wearable works of art.

From the Hand-in-Hand Ring with a rare medieval fede motif to the Protectrice Necklace, the Green Flame Necklace, and more, each piece preserves its original form while being reimagined with contemporary gemstones and exquisite craftsmanship.

Jill Newhouse Gallery, Upper East Side

Launch Reception: Tomorrow, Thursday, 5–9 PM

Public Hours: Friday 11–6, Saturday 11–4

Want to see the jewels up close (and meet Rebecca!) before the crowds?

Send me a DM for details on the press preview tomorrow. Hope to see you tomorrow night to experience these beautiful jewels in person. ✨

Read more: https://lnkd.in/eN2MSb5j

11/19/2025

New York Post just dropped the ultimate bagel bombshell:

The “Best Bagel in America” is… not in New York.

At BagelFest 2025, the judges crowned Starship Bagel from Dallas–Fort Worth as this year’s Best Bagel, and New Yorkers are feeling the schmear. Even the People’s Choice Award went out of town to Baltik’s Bagel in Richmond, VA.

As founder Sam Silverman told The Post, this is the wake-up call NYC didn’t know it needed. The bagel world is evolving: bold new recipes, sourdough upstarts, and rising stars from across the country are reshaping what a “perfect bagel” can be. Since 2019, BagelFest has grown from a Bushwick gathering into a full-fledged industry event with demos, tastings, classes, competitions, business growth, and some friendly rivalry. That’s the beauty of it: BagelFest pushes the industry forward.

Congrats again to all of this year’s winners, and to the NYC shops ready to come back swinging next year. Allison Lax, thank you for writing this hilarious article--love it! The bagel wars have only just begun. 🥯⚔️

Read here: https://nypost.com/2025/11/19/lifestyle/nycs-best-bagels-not-as-good-as-those-in-texas-experts-claim/

And in print today!

Wait — what the hole?

11/19/2025

New Orleans is officially on the bagel map!

Huge congratulations to Flour Moon Bagels for being featured in NOLA.com after shining at this year’s New York BagelFest. From hand-rolled dough to that perfect "New York meets NOLA" chew, Flour Moon continues to prove that world-class bagels can come from anywhere, including in the fabulous Louisiana.

So proud to see their craft, creativity, and flavor getting the national love it deserves. Read the full feature: https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/eat-drink/flour-moon-bagels-best-festival/article_57d188a3-fbfd-4e43-be85-20dc1922963e.html

A Mid-City favorite for bagels gets a special recognition

11/18/2025

New York, avert your eyes. Dallas just beat us at our own bagel game. Time Out New York says we may never fully recover.

Read the article here: https://www.timeout.com/usa/news/a-dallas-bagel-won-the-best-bagel-of-the-year-competition-in-nyc-this-weekend-111825

11/18/2025

The world’s biggest celebration of bagels hit Citi Field this past weekend, and FOX 5 caught every delicious moment. From vendors across the U.S. to the ultimate “Best Bagel” showdown, the vibes were unbeatable.

Watch the full segment to see the winners, the crowd, and the bagel love in full swing: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/new-york-bagelfest-2025/vi-AA1QAR8w?ocid=BingNewsSerp

BagelFest rolled into Citi Field over the weekend. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini has the story.

11/18/2025

Rebecca Rau Jewels has been featured on AIDI.org for the debut of her THEN & NOW collection, a fusion of ancient artifacts and contemporary fine jewelry. From 1200 BC relics to modern gemstones, Rebecca’s work bridges centuries of history, craftsmanship, and storytelling. This is such a beautiful spotlight ahead of her official launch during NYC Jewelry Week.

Read the full feature here: https://aidi.org/rebecca-rau-then-and-now-historical-jewelry-debut-2025/

11/17/2025

Huge congratulations to Baltik’s Bagel in Richmond for winning the People’s Choice Award at New York BagelFest! Their bagels stood out and were beloved in the room

Based on Forest Hill Avenue and already making waves since opening in 2024, this win proves they’re doing something really special.

If you haven’t tried one of their bagels yet...what are you waiting for?
Check them out on CBS Richmond: https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/baltiks-bagel-peoples-choice-nov-17-2025

Baltik's Bagel in Richmond won the People's Choice Award at the New York BagelFest competition in New York City over the weekend.

11/17/2025

Big congratulations to Starship Bagel, featured on Eyewitness News. They took home the top honor at BagelFest held at Citi Field yesterday, best bagel in the country, against fierce competition from NYC and beyond!

Founded by a Brooklyn-born bagel maker, this Texas bakery shows how craft, culture and pure passion can win the crown. Congratulations to the team and everyone who made this moment possible.

https://abc7ny.com/post/best-bagel-nyc-texas-bakery-starship-wins-top-honor-national-competition-citi-field/18165536/

New Yorkers may claim to have the best bagels in the world -- but another city is giving the Big Apple a run for its money.

11/17/2025

Founded by the one and only Bagel Ambassador, Sam Silverman, this festival has risen into a global destination for foodies, carb connoisseurs, and anyone who appreciates a perfectly baked circle of joy.

From world class bakers to next level schmears, New York BagelFest continues to bring the hole world together...one bite at a time. If you haven’t joined us yet, what are you waiting for? Let’s keep this dough-mentum going!