I have been a massive fan of fellow Long Islander Harold Dieterle ever since he became the first winner of Top Chef over a decade ago. The handsome and charismatic culinary wizard has enjoyed much success in New York City since he emerged victorious on the Emmy winning series. His drive and determination continues as his new space, Ten Hope Brooklyn, will be the name on everybody’s lips this fall and beyond. [Read more…] about OG ‘Top Chef’ Winner Harold Dieterle Brilliantly Opens Ten Hope Brooklyn
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Taco Takeover Infiltrates Brooklyn and We Are Still Full
48 hours later and I am still full from the culinary madness that was the Taco Takeover this past weekend! The event took place for the first time ever, deep in the heart of Brooklyn, where hundreds of taco-loving folks came from all over the city to experience a variety of taco treats to indulge and gain some lovely weight in doing so. [Read more…] about Taco Takeover Infiltrates Brooklyn and We Are Still Full
Brooklyn Street Writing: A Photo Blog
Brooklyn continues to be an amazement of sorts in terms of what you can find, in an ever changing city with up and coming neighborhoods and so much more. With all of that, you can photograph some amazing findings in black and white or color, depending on whatever you mood may be. [Read more…] about Brooklyn Street Writing: A Photo Blog
North Williamsburg: The Next Hipster Frontier
North Williamsburg is the next frontier for hipsterism in Brooklyn. Though currently still a wasteland of warehouses and auto shops along the waterfront that offers spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline there are signs of encroaching “hipness”. [Read more…] about North Williamsburg: The Next Hipster Frontier
Why You Should Check Into The BLKYN House Hotel
When it comes to staying at a hotel in New York City, then run the muck in terms of location, offerings and so much more. However, there is nothing wrong with hopping on the subway to head downtown and experience what Brooklyn has to offer when it comes to all things hospitality. Let me introduce to you of BKLYN House, a boutique hotel located in and inspired by Brooklyn’s diverse and creative Bushwick neighborhood. Located minutes from the J and M trains which offer easy access into downtown Manhattan, and steps from Bushwick’s myriad of galleries, cafes and world-renowned restaurants, the loft-style hotel has 113 guestrooms, a public gallery and commissioned works by local artists. [Read more…] about Why You Should Check Into The BLKYN House Hotel
More Fantastic Places to Dine Al Fresco in NYC!
Mother Nature must be taking us for a wild ride with the weather situation lately. Fear not my fellow NYC folk… warmer weather is on the way and here to stay over the next couple of weeks! We already showed you some great “Al Fresco” options a couple of weeks ago on Manhattan Digest, and now we have found some great new ones as well! Take a look at the places you will be enjoying outside and having delicious food and drink at with friends and family. [Read more…] about More Fantastic Places to Dine Al Fresco in NYC!
Puff Daddy & The Family- One Night Only At Barclay May 20th
As someone who grew up primarily in the 90’s, hip-hop & R&B became a huge affinity for me which was the key to lead me into the journalism field that I happily have worked in for the past six years. Some of the biggest influencers growing up that got me to this point was Puff Daddy, Jay-Z and a plethora of other artists that shaped the way for today’s generation of rappers and hip-hop to do what they do the best. Well, the streets of Brooklyn will be buzzing at a deafening level on May 20th, when Puff Daddy & The Family will reunite for one night only at the legendary Barclay Center on May 20th. What is the occasion? To celebrate my favorite hip hop artist of all time’s birthday- The Notorious B.I.G. [Read more…] about Puff Daddy & The Family- One Night Only At Barclay May 20th
Dinner Series Launch at Foragers Market in Chelsea
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
Fab.com Partners with Brooklyn Based Art Gallery Sugarlift
We have featured our favorite shopping site, Fab.com, for so many different things from men’s accessories to what to get your honey for Valentine’s Day. Well, did you know that they also do a ton of great things for the art world? This can be said for their exclusive partnership with Brooklyn based art gallery Sugarlift, which is launching this week with their limited-edition Fab exclusive handmade art pieces! [Read more…] about Fab.com Partners with Brooklyn Based Art Gallery Sugarlift
Iconic Singer Wyclef Jean Plays The Brooklyn Bowl March 22nd
So super excited as one of my all time favorite artists returns to Brooklyn after an absence of over a decade. Iconic artist, and one of the founding members of the legendary group The Fugees, Wyclef Jean will be heading to Brooklyn on March 22nd for what will be an amazing performance at The Brooklyn Bowl. [Read more…] about Iconic Singer Wyclef Jean Plays The Brooklyn Bowl March 22nd