Filter by our Side PicksI had learned from walking 14th Street – one of the ten two-way streets between 1st and 100th – that although overwhelming at first glance, these streets have tremendous character and many gems to be discovered along the way. 23rd Street, the second two-way street that I have encountered on the Manhattan … read more
This building, which houses the Uniformed Firefighter’s Association, is named after Dan DeFranco, who led the union of firefighters during his thirty-five year career. As described on a plaque outside of the building, he helped firefighters win a number of safety and health initiatives, many of which … read more
Many months ago, I gathered a group of friends and family to celebrate my husband’s birthday. No one had ever been to Spin, so it was the perfect … read more
The Flatiron Building is one of New York’s first, and most beautiful, skyscrapers. Originally named the Fuller Building, this terra cotta, brick and limestone structure was dubbed the Flatiron by locals for its wedge-shaped, triangular plan. The northern peak of the triangle divides Fifth Avenue from … read more
In January of 2007, Oscar Farinetti founded the first Eataly in Turin, Italy, specializing in quality Italian goods. Under B&B Hospitality, the marketplace has since expanded throughout the United States. The first New York City location opened in the summer of 2010 near the iconic Flatiron building, … read more
Stepping out of the culinary carnival in the main Eataly building through the side street entrance of the calm, cool wine shop next door was a soothing experience. The space is primarily filled with Italian wines, though there is a selection of local New York varieties upstairs. Also on the second floor … read more
The rooftop of Eataly changes its concept each season. In 2016, for example, the sky-high spot transitioned from the beer-centric Birreria to a sea-side-themed rooftop bar called Sabbia. Each reincarnation of the bar is equally impressive, which comes as no surprise after visiting Eataly downstairs.
Birreria … read more
A friend and I stumbled upon Óxido in search of an eatery where I could grab a snack, she could grab dinner, and we could take our findings to go, since it was a beautiful day out and Madison Square Park was calling. Óxido fit the bill. While yes, one could define the eatery as a fast food joint, thanks … read more
The current Grand Lodge of the State of New York, built in 1875, rests on the site of the original Masonic Hall of New York that was built in 1782. GLoNY, as it is called, is the governing body of the over 60,000 Freemasons that reside in the northeast. The towering limestone building, with its intricately … read more
