At the far west side of downtown Manhattan you'll find an interesting chunk of land. This area was originally a busy port, and is now known as the Meatpacking District even though the majority of the industry has fled to Brooklyn. In lieu of meatpackers, you'll find trendy, chic galleries, clubs, and restaurants, and towering… (Continue reading)
Shake Shack: Burgers in the Park
The now infamous Shake Shack has been credited for bringing a desire for comfort food back into the hearts (and stomachs) of hungry New Yorkers in an enjoyable and ingenious way. In 2004, the first Shack opened in Madison Park, and it was an instant success, as it catered to a neighborhood that seriously lacked… (Continue reading)
Blue Smoke: Urban BBQ
The BBQ trend hit NYC a few years ago, with tons of high-end meat establishments opening in a very consolidated stretch of time. As the years past, many fell by the wayside, but one of the few to survive is Blue Smoke, and for good reason; they know how to season and treat their meat…. (Continue reading)
The Frick Collection in NYC: Enjoy the Works of the Masters
Are you running out of new museums to check out in New York City? If so, it's time to visit the Frick Collection — one of the city's most under appreciated and worthwhile institutions. Located in the former mansion of millionaire industrialist Henry Clay Frick on 70th Street, the Frick Collection was converted into a… (Continue reading)
Aquagrill in Soho: A Seafood Destination
New York’s Aquagrill, not far from The Chelsea apartments, has been a Soho destination for seafood lovers for 14 years. Aquagrill serves up outstanding meals both inside in the dining room and outside on their luxurious patio. If the weather permits, dine outside, as the people-watching on this bustling corner is top notch. Aquagrill has… (Continue reading)
Babbo: Iron Chef Mario Batali’s Flagship
Boasting a fabulous, wildly original Italian menu created by the one and only Iron Chef Mario Batali, getting a table, let alone a reservation, at this Greenwich Village hot spot can be quite a challenge. But, that’s to be expected from a restaurant that earned a three-star review from Ruth Reichl, and a spot on… (Continue reading)
Chelsea Piers: New York’s Ultimate Sports Complex
New York’s west side used to be a bustling port, with almost the entire shore of Manhattan composed of piers in which ships would dock and depart day after day. Many of those piers are now used for other purposes, and one of the most notable is Chelsea Piers, not far from The Chelsea apartments…. (Continue reading)