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Delicious Places to Eat Al Fresco in New York City

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The warm weather has finally arrived!  Screw what the weather reports are saying for Sunday and Monday’s snowstorm!  No matter what, warm weather is here to stay and so are the options to dine “Al Fresco” which translates to “in the open air”.  In other words… outside!  We have found some super awesome places where this is not only an option but also encouraged!  Here are some of our top picks for chillin outside with some tasty treats with your friends and fam.

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Travel Idea- 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel in St. Lawrence River

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Thinking of getting out of New York City this Spring for something a little bit more fun? 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel, while firmly placed on the edge of the St. Lawrence River in New York’s lauded Thousand Islands region, is always cooking-up ways to take guests on their next culinary adventure. This spring, the AAA Four Diamond-rated hotel will play host to a selection of celebratory meals designed to delight the palate.  How much fun is that? [Read more…] about Travel Idea- 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel in St. Lawrence River

Colorful Cocktails to Kick Off The Spring Season in NYC!

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With the warmer weather finally approaching us in New York City (minus the annoying snow storm we are supposed to have this weekend.  Mother Nature you are totally confusing), many of us are looking forward to the beautiful months ahead with friends and family.  Many of those days and nights will hopefully be planned outside, and what better to celebrate with than a delicious cocktail?  We at Manhattan Digest have found some delicious recipes from some of the top locations across the country for you to make and enjoy.  Take a look at some of the ones we love. [Read more…] about Colorful Cocktails to Kick Off The Spring Season in NYC!

Why You Should Check Into Copper Kettle Kitchen for Brunch

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Brunch is to most New Yorkers what Peanut Butter is to Jelly, or what Britney Spears is to crazy circa 2007. It just fits. There is a bevy of places you can go to for so many different types of delicious dishes, and they always include a tasty beverage (or 5) of choice to enjoy with your friends and family. Well, one of our favorite places at Manhattan Digest, Copper Kettle Kitchen, has some pretty great deals for their weekend brunch. The Upper East Side Staple will be doing brunch from 12-4 on Saturdays and Sundays, and have quite a lot in store for you to enjoy. [Read more…] about Why You Should Check Into Copper Kettle Kitchen for Brunch

Delicious New Items from Toro Ironworks Kitchen & Bar

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Our favorite Mexican eatery in Greenpoint, Toro Ironworks Kitchen Bar & Grill, just got a whole lot spicier with some great new additions to their menu for you to enjoy now that the warmer weather is here. Now that the Ides of March has passed, we can calmly and happily look forward to 70 plus degree weather in and out of New York City and spend time at Toro Ironworks in their super awesome backyard with some tasty concoctions to enjoy with you and your friends. [Read more…] about Delicious New Items from Toro Ironworks Kitchen & Bar

More Great Offerings For Easter Sunday!

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Manhattan Digest can’t get enough of the upcoming Easter holiday, so we are giving you even more great deals to enjoy the day of!  Four Seasons, The Kitano New York and Benoit all have some pretty great things going on!  Take a look. [Read more…] about More Great Offerings For Easter Sunday!

Where to Eat for Easter in New York City- The Best Of

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Easter is quickly approaching here in New York City and around the world, happening on Sunday, March 27th. There are so many different options in terms of how to celebrate, what to eat and where to go. We here at Manhattan Digest want to help you choose a little better by giving you some fantastic options from some of the top places to eat at in NYC. From Del Frisco’s to The Kitano Hotel, here are some super awesome choices to celebrate the big day. Bon Appetit! [Read more…] about Where to Eat for Easter in New York City- The Best Of

Crave Fishbar Hosts #OysterMadness in Honor of March Madness

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March Madness has finally arrived for all College Basketball fans!  The usual suspects in Kansas, North Carolina, Virginia and Oregon have all taken the #1 seeds, but it is anyone’s game for the big title.  Bars and restaurants will be stocked full of fans over the next month, and two in particular are doing something super fun for everyone to enjoy- OYSTER MADNESS!  That is right, Crave Fishbar, located in Midtown and The Upper West Side, is getting in on the action with a super fun activity that will get you to decide if you are more of a West Coast or East Coast fan. [Read more…] about Crave Fishbar Hosts #OysterMadness in Honor of March Madness

Dinner Series Launch at Foragers Market in Chelsea

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What happens when you combine celebrity chefs, delicious food, and scintillating conversation?  You get the new dinner series launching at Foragers Market in Chelsea!  Starting on March 28th at 6:30, the educational dinner series will feature a celebrity chef discussing a wide range of topics, a three course meal prepared by Forager’s very own Nickolas Martinez, and a fantastic Q&A during the dessert portion.  Sounds pretty great right? [Read more…] about Dinner Series Launch at Foragers Market in Chelsea

Beer Dishes From David Burke & More For St. Patrick’s Day

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St. Patrick’s Day is only three days away!  This coming Thursday, several Irish folk will celebrate their biggest holiday of the year.  Thinking of some new recipes to try for the big occasion?  Well, one of the biggest chefs in the world, David Burke, is sharing his personal recipe for Corned Beef Short Ribs Pot au Feu, and one of my favorite restaurants in New York City, The Stanton Social, has a delicious green cocktail for you to make and taste on the day of.  Also, Gerber Group’s farm-to-table haunt Irvington (201 Park Ave. South) will be offering a Steak and Guinness Pie ($28) exclusively for the holiday.  All yummy and tasty options!  Take a look at the recipes below. [Read more…] about Beer Dishes From David Burke & More For St. Patrick’s Day