Filter by our Side PicksEqually entertaining with both its history and specialty shops, 16th Street is a joy to walk. Stuyvesant Square Park is an ideal start, as it is always peaceful to stroll through especially in the springtime … read more
Walking west on 16th Street my first time, I was pleasantly surprised to discover this hidden showroom tucked away right before Union Square. In an elegant, spacious atmosphere that serves as both a wine shop and a wine tasting venue, Italian wines are the centerpiece. Their vast wine cellar, however, … read more
Every time I am walking with someone new, I find myself winding past Breads Bakery to have us try yet another delicious bite of their freshly baked goods. I cannot call this a hidden gem, by any means, … read more
I learned of Agnes B’s clothing while in college and studying abroad back in the ’70’s. Somehow, even then, I knew to appreciate her simple French designs for women. It wasn’t until I was much older, however, that I was able to purchase a few of her pieces for myself, and I truly treasure them. It seems … read more
Along with having so much fun browsing through the antique inventory at Olde Good Things, I was enchanted with their story. What began as a group of women trying to raise money at flea markets for the Church of Bible Understanding in the 1990s has turned into multiple stores in Manhattan. Selling doorknobs, … read more
The American Jewish Historical Society, American Sephardi Federation, Leo Baeck Institute, Yeshiva University Museum, and YIVO Institute for Jewish Research are all housed under one gigantic roof in the Center here on 16th Street. With over 125,000 square feet of space, there are constantly changing … read more
Although privately owned today, this grand building at No. 17 has a rich history as a health clinic. Built in 1847 as a row of Greek Revival homes, this particular house had several residents until J. Noah Slee, Margaret Sanger’s husband, purchased it in 1930 to house his wife’s growing Birth Control … read more
“I’m five foot six and a ball of fire!” That is how J.T. Madison, the founder and owner of Studio 219, describes himself. Studio 219 opened in 2002, during a time when Chelsea was flourishing, especially for the art and LGBTQ communities. J.T. wanted to open a salon that would cater to these groups. … read more
No matter what time of day we have stopped by Grey Dog, the restaurant is pulsing, but in a quiet, relaxed sort of way. Despite the lines to order food from the menu on the chalkboard and the crowded tables, everyone is calm and content. Apparently, this has been the vibe since two brothers opened their … read more
Trendy and filled with beautiful people, the Dream Hotel has created quite an aura around it. Sitting in the lobby is certainly entertaining at any hour of the day, but in the evening the action really kicks in. There is a DJ in the lounge area right off the lobby and not far from the entrance is Bodega Negra, … read more
