Out neighbor state Connecticut is completely contrasting from the bustling city life we live everyday. No matter the season, Connecticut has something to suit any interest, which brings us to Saybrook Point Inn. [Read more…] about Rejuvenating Getaway? Look No Further with Saybrook Point Inn
Great Manhattan Hotels to Stay in For The Holidays!
The holiday season is upon us, and that means thousands of out of towners will be stopping by The Big Apple to experience all this has to offer. Part of the itinerary has to be where to stay, and luckily for all of our readers, we have found some great hotel options for you to check into and enhance your Manhattan experience! [Read more…] about Great Manhattan Hotels to Stay in For The Holidays!
Michelin Releases 2017 Edition Guide to NYC’s Best Restaurants
Well, we definitely have some new food ammunition going into 2017 here at Manhattan Digest! Michelin released its 2017 edition of the best New York City restaurants, and are we excited to see the depth of locations they have chosen in terms of cuisine, location and overall ability to get themselves ranked on such a prestigious list. The new starred restaurants are standouts among the 857 eateries listed in this year’s guide that represent all five of the city’s boroughs and 63 cuisines from around the globe. [Read more…] about Michelin Releases 2017 Edition Guide to NYC’s Best Restaurants
Chef Spotlight: “Tuome’s” Thomas Chen
Something that is always exciting about Manhattan year round is the culinary adventure you can take in so many different parts of the city, cuisines, and more. My journey this past weekend took me deep into the East Village where I sat down with rising star in the culinary world Thomas Chen, at his fantastic and rave reviewed restaurant Tuome. [Read more…] about Chef Spotlight: “Tuome’s” Thomas Chen
Theater Review: “That Golden Girls Show! A Puppet Parody”
Discussing eighties television without mentioning the ground-breaking series The Golden Girls is akin to learning electrical history without Edison. Based in Miami, the show followed the daily occurrences of four distinctly different, tight knit senior citizen personalities who had about 21 minutes to solve a problem in every episode. The show lasted for 7 years and won numerous Emmy and Golden Globe Awards throughout its run. Fans continue to revisit Blanche (Rue McClanahan), Rose (Betty White), Dorothy (Bea Arthur), and Sophia (Estelle Getty), and younger audiences find new friends in what is arguably one of the smartest sitcoms in television history. [Read more…] about Theater Review: “That Golden Girls Show! A Puppet Parody”
Hector Frank’s Portraits: Celebrating Cuba, Celebrating People
Hector Frank’s portraits are as colorful as the Havana you can see when searching Google images. Presumably, they embody the spirit of Hector’s real Havana (to which I’ve never traveled), the vibrant but politically tumultuous city he grew up in. [Read more…] about Hector Frank’s Portraits: Celebrating Cuba, Celebrating People
Small Mexican Plates & Tasty Tequila at Casa Neta
Casa Neta, located in the heart of the Flatiron District on East 20th between Broadway and Park Avenue South, provides that great duality in small Mexican plates and an amazing line of Tequila based drinks to enjoy in a wonderful and dark ambiance with your friends and family. I stopped by there over the weekend to experience all of that, and was quite impressed with what Casa Neta had in store for us. [Read more…] about Small Mexican Plates & Tasty Tequila at Casa Neta
On Your Grind: 3 Ways to Deal with Disappointment
It should come as no surprise that although last week’s column, How to Dream Big!, was published the day after the election, it was written just slightly before the election. Let’s just say that after the election, I was in no mood to “dream big!” I know at least 25.6% of the country, and 99.9% of my Twitter friends, felt similarly. [Read more…] about On Your Grind: 3 Ways to Deal with Disappointment
Top 5 Apps For Navigating NYC This Holiday Season
Navigating Manhattan can be extremely stressful, especially during the holiday times! Times Square, Union Square and more can be such a hassle to get through, that utilizing any sort of technology to help you along your path can be very beneficial. Luckily, we have found five great apps that will help you with all your navigating needs this holiday season!
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Holidays in NYC: Your Ideal Itinerary
We can officially say that we are in full blown “all-things-holidays” here in Manhattan, and are excited for the next month and a half with all of the wonderful celebrating that will be happening in the big apple. Why not prepare yourself for the holidays at these amazing locations? [Read more…] about Holidays in NYC: Your Ideal Itinerary