This past Saturday marked the beginning of the Chinese New Year, which celebrates the Year of the Rooster in 2017! There are so many ways to celebrate this occasion right here in Manhattan, two of which are Asian hotspots CHOP-SHOP, one located at 10th Avenue and the other one on West 24th Street in Chelsea and Flatiron. Check out the special menu they have in store for you to enjoy, now until February 14th! [Read more…] about Celebrate The Chinese New Year at CHOP-SHOP Through February 14th
Where to Eat Out or Order In on Super Bowl Sunday This Weekend!
Eat, Commercials, Halftime Show and of course Football all come to mind when we are going into Super Bowl Sunday! Super Bowl LI will be taking place this coming Sunday, February 5th, where the Atlanta Falcons will take on the New England Patriots in a clash of the titans. Are you still figuring out where to eat, drink and more for the big day? Fear not, because we here at Manhattan Digest have found some super awesome places to either eat out or dine in at your choosing! [Read more…] about Where to Eat Out or Order In on Super Bowl Sunday This Weekend!
HGU New York is a Welcomed Addition to The NoMad District
HGU New York, located on 32nd Street between Madison and Park Avenue, is a gorgeous and beautiful addition to the already booming NoMad area of Manhattan. Located only a couple avenues away from Penn Station, it is the perfect place to check in for people traveling from afar who want to experience all they can about Manhattan and not travel too much when doing so. I stayed there over the weekend, and was thoroughly impressed by all of it. [Read more…] about HGU New York is a Welcomed Addition to The NoMad District
One on One with Talented & Rising Music Star Jesse Eplan
When you are like Jesse Eplan and realize your talent and dream at a young age, it can definitely help mold you into the person you want to be. For Jesse, it is all about music and what he has been able to accomplish still being so young. Hailing from Long Island, he not only sings but plays a bunch of instruments, furthering what a “triple threat” can really be. Now, with a new single out, he is planning on taking the music world by storm in a big way. [Read more…] about One on One with Talented & Rising Music Star Jesse Eplan
Richard Sandoval’s Pampano Excels in Contemporary Mexican Cuisine
Nestled in the heart of Midtown East you will find Pampano, Richard Sandoval’s amazing restaurant dedicated to the best of contemporary Mexican cuisine. Richard, who has multiple restaurants scattered across the United States, expertly excels in the execution of Pampano in many ways, especially the decor and cuisine. I took my friend there a couple of nights ago to experience it all. [Read more…] about Richard Sandoval’s Pampano Excels in Contemporary Mexican Cuisine
Da Marcella is Worth The Trip to Greenwich Village in Many Ways
Da Marcella is a great example of why “hidden gems” in Manhattan simply work. Hopefully, they stay a hidden gem for a little while longer before you have to wait a week or so for a reservation, because after my experience there a couple of days ago, this place can easily become the next big thing in Italian cuisine. [Read more…] about Da Marcella is Worth The Trip to Greenwich Village in Many Ways
Sur La Table’s Cooking Class Brings Out the Inner Chef in You
Sur La Table, which calls itself “The art & soul of cooking”, is so much more than a place to pick up amazing cutlery and kitchen appliances to enhance your own apartment. Something that this amazing company prides itself on are its variety of daily classes you are able to take, as a way to enhance your culinary knowledge of sorts and ultimately find the chef that is inside of you. As someone who has been a big fan of Sur La Table for quite some time, I was eager to experience my first class with them this past Thursday night. [Read more…] about Sur La Table’s Cooking Class Brings Out the Inner Chef in You
The Johnny Mac Band Finds a Sweet Spot for Reggae & Blues
Certain music genres in today’s music sculpture aren’t as appreciated as they should be. Blues and Reggae happen to be two of them, and The Johnny Mac Band plans on negating that concept with their awesome and amazing blend of both that they showcase in the studio and on stage. Hailing from my hood in Long Island, New York, The Johnny Mac Band’s eclectic mix of both genres of music has them set for some pretty big things in 2017, from shows to challenges, and everything in between. [Read more…] about The Johnny Mac Band Finds a Sweet Spot for Reggae & Blues
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at These Amazing Romantic Spots!
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! The international day of love will be celebrated on February 14th by millions, and that is no exception on the island of Manhattan. If you haven’t figured out a place to celebrate Valentine’s Day as of yet, fear not! We have found some gorgeous and tasty locations to take the one you love for a night they won’t forget. [Read more…] about Celebrate Valentine’s Day at These Amazing Romantic Spots!
Serendipity 3’s Whimsical & Fun Presence is Worth the Hype
You would have to be living under a rock if you don’t know what Serendipity 3 is. The iconic Manhattan location has been around for over sixty years now, and has been populated by the likes of everyone from Bill Clinton, Leonardo DiCaprio, Wendy Williams and most recently… Cher! (Who was there the night that I showed up.) Generally, I tend to avoid places like these which can be infested with tourists, however I have been a big fan of Serendipity 3 for quite some time, and felt the need to stop by on a rainy Tuesday night. It was worth all the rain in the world and so much more. [Read more…] about Serendipity 3’s Whimsical & Fun Presence is Worth the Hype