I am not one for doing “touristy” stuff. I almost take pride in the fact I’ve never been to the Empire State Building. I certainly would never ever set foot on one of those Hop On Hop Off bus tours. Yet, lo and behold, I found myself at a christening ceremony for two new sightseeing ships, part of Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises – Circle Line Bronx and Circle Line Staten Island. [Read more…] about Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises Boasts Two New Ships & Brooke Shields!
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Big Apple BBQ a Big & Tasty Success in Madison Square Park
The Big Apple BBQ came strolling in and around Madison Square Park this past weekend, where thousands of barbecue fans stormed the area to experience the best this city and country has to offer. From meats to sauces to ice cream and everything in between, this event brought all kinds of people together in unison for a very tasty and messy day! [Read more…] about Big Apple BBQ a Big & Tasty Success in Madison Square Park
Angel of Harlem’s Smooth Caribbean Vibes Sparkles & Shines
Can’t get to the Caribbean anytime soon, Manhattanites? Fear not, because there is one spot located right here in New York City that can smooth those island troubles away. This place is called Angel of Harlem, which is located on the corner of 122nd Street and Frederick Douglass Boulevard. I am officially naming this one of Manhattan Digest’s “Spots for the Summer” as it encompasses so much life inside of it in terms of color, mood and cuisine, that it is bound to be one the places you make a reservation for over the next couple of months. [Read more…] about Angel of Harlem’s Smooth Caribbean Vibes Sparkles & Shines
City Perch Kitchen + Bar is Worth the Trip to Dobbs Ferry
You have to do a lot of convincing to get this city dweller out of Manhattan, as I tend to be a bit of a snob in thinking that the best food in the world is right here. Then, I get my head out of my butt and realize that is not at all true. Case in point: City Perch Kitchen + Bar, a mere 20 minutes away from NYC in Dobbs Ferry. I took a friend there a couple of nights ago for an intimate media dinner where I got to know the location, the food, and its marvelous chef who brought it all together. [Read more…] about City Perch Kitchen + Bar is Worth the Trip to Dobbs Ferry
Outdoor Season is in Full Affect! Come Celebrate with Haven Rooftop
Fellow New Yorkers- we can breath now, cause rooftop season is finally in full affect! It may be hard for people who are not from here to understand how crucial this time of year is for us. Being cemented to the office for lunch hour or entertaining in your apartment during the colder months can take a toll on you (mentally). This time of year we can take those woes outside and have a cocktail outdoors with no jacket required! [Read more…] about Outdoor Season is in Full Affect! Come Celebrate with Haven Rooftop
Delicious Cuisine at Hyatt Centric Times Square’s T45
There is that somewhat rare occasion here in Manhattan, where during your hotel stay you can actually dine on premise as opposed to eating somewhere else. Even though our city provides some of the best cuisine in the world, it can be just as thrilling to stick around your premises and experience some top notch food and beverage. This can easily be said about the restaurant called T45, which is located inside the beautiful Hyatt Centric Times Square. [Read more…] about Delicious Cuisine at Hyatt Centric Times Square’s T45
Corner Social Provides Great Food, Atmosphere and More in Harlem
A beautiful area of the city that we have not dissected yet is Harlem. I don’t know why, but that’s about to change as this part of town is thriving and bustling with fabulous restaurants, parks, and so much more that can easily make it the next part of the city that you need to spend at. One case in point is Corner Social, which is conveniently located right off the 2/3 line at 125th Street and Lenox. Here’s why you need to head to this fantastic spot. [Read more…] about Corner Social Provides Great Food, Atmosphere and More in Harlem
Library Hotel Provides Comfort & Relaxation Outside Grand Central
Over the past month, I have been fortunate enough to stay at all four of the Library Hotel Collection properties here in the amazing city of Manhattan. Each has provided their own whimsical approach to making your stay as best as they can be, and this all culminated a couple of days ago when I stayed at the one bearing the same name- The Library Hotel. [Read more…] about Library Hotel Provides Comfort & Relaxation Outside Grand Central
Cantina Rooftop’s Absolutely Scrumptious Latin Brunch Fest!
Cantina Rooftop is one of the few exceptions that will bring me to drag my tired behind all the way over to 11th Avenue and 48th Street from East Harlem. Why? It’s simple- they have one of the best brunches in Manhattan, while at the same time providing a view that outdoes a ton of other “brunch” type restaurants. With the temperature in the mid-70’s this past weekend, I took my friend there for a fabulous experience that they set up that will surely keep us coming back for more. [Read more…] about Cantina Rooftop’s Absolutely Scrumptious Latin Brunch Fest!
Food Journalism of New York: Bloggers, Instagrammers and More
New York City is known to many as a melting pot of cultures, languages, traditions and history, each of which provides a treat for all the senses. In recent years, the Big Apple has become synonymous with many things: some of the best museums and galleries worldwide (Metropolitan Museum of Art, Guggenheim Museum and Hearst Gallery, a wide variety of classic films set in NYC (think Taxi Driver, Do The Right Thing, The Apartment) and a diverse and happening cultural and events program. [Read more…] about Food Journalism of New York: Bloggers, Instagrammers and More