Manhattan Digest

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Surf City Provides an Exceptional Experience That Goes Beyond the Norm

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I went on a voyage of sorts this past Wednesday night that took me out of Manhattan and into Jersey City with a bunch of other writers. The place that we all headed to was called Surf City, which provided us with such a unique and thrilling experience that is still giving me a big smile on my face today. [Read more…] about Surf City Provides an Exceptional Experience That Goes Beyond the Norm

Head Out to Eastern Long Island in Style with North Fork Link

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On a sunny, 73-degree day in June, I took the Hampton Jitney from Manhattan to a stop in the North Fork of Long Island called Peconic. Across the street from the bus stop, a large black van waited with a suit- and sunglasses-wearing driver. The van would take me, and a small group of other food and beverage enthusiasts, to pick fresh strawberries, drink locally made rosé, and taste Cabernet-infused chocolates. [Read more…] about Head Out to Eastern Long Island in Style with North Fork Link

‘Baby, You’re a Firework’: Where to Go to Celebrate the Fourth of July!

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Still need to figure out what fabulous spots to hit up for the Fourth of July this Wednesday? Fear not, because we have you covered with some fantastic places that are located in the heart of New York City and stretch to the eastern ends of Long Island. Party safe, folks. [Read more…] about ‘Baby, You’re a Firework’: Where to Go to Celebrate the Fourth of July!

Zaika’s Scrumptious Indian Cuisine Sparks in Midtown East

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Stepping down into Zaika (you have to walk below street level to enter) feels like entering a swimming pool. The walls are bathed in a deep, purple-y blue light that washes onto each white tablecloth. Besides some kitschy India-themed wallpaper (not of patterns, but featuring gilded doors and a giant Buddha)—a side effect of the restaurant’s not-so-hip location in Midtown—the décor proved relaxing as I sank my teeth into a delicious meal flavored with cumin and, at one point, blueberries. [Read more…] about Zaika’s Scrumptious Indian Cuisine Sparks in Midtown East

Playwrights Horizons ‘Log Cabin’ is Built with Candor and Care

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May 9th, 2012 was a day of rejoicing for the LGBTQ community.  After lengthy consideration and a change of heart, President Obama endorsed gay marriage. In a televised interview on ABC News, he told Robin Roberts, “At a certain point, I’ve just concluded that for me personally, it is important for me to go ahead and affirm that I think same-sex couples should be able to get married.”

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Mifune Unveils Delicious Summer Menu in Midtown East

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I have to be honest here. My experience at Mifune is something I’ve never truly had before in Manhattan, which is shocking because I thought I’ve “ate it all” already. Their take on Japanese cuisine is something that is so beautiful, so articulate and so poignant that it almost brought a culinary tear to my eye when I went earlier this month. [Read more…] about Mifune Unveils Delicious Summer Menu in Midtown East

Kyma in Flatiron Takes Greek Cuisine to a Whole New Level

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Flatiron has become the hottest part of New York City when it comes to emerging culinary trends. Greek isn’t exactly a trend of sorts, as its a classic type of cuisine we have all come to know and love, however newly opened Kyma has taken that idea and brought it to a whole new level which will get you to rethink on what you already know regarding this type of food. [Read more…] about Kyma in Flatiron Takes Greek Cuisine to a Whole New Level