Filter by our Side PicksCalm and distinguished, the east side of 49th Street begins in a line of ivy-clad brownstones, the homes of private practices and foreign consulates. As I moved into the heart of the city, 49th presented iconic New York destinations, led, of course, by the torchbearer, Rockefeller Center. Even farther … read more
Through an archway and into a nook of greenery, known as the Amster Yard, the grounds of Instituto Cervantes is hidden in a secret garden. A celebration of Spanish culture, the Institute is the home of the Jorge Luis Borges library, which is comprised of over 85,000 items. Spanish classes are given and … read more
Walking into The New York Shaving Company feels a bit like walking into a black and white film. A chandelier hangs over a room lined with shaving paraphernalia in glass-fronted cabinets and a shoeshine station in the corner. Founder John Scala has built the company upon the idea of embracing the old-time … read more
La Maison du Chocolat is a sophisticated example of a delectable chocolate shop. Everything sold inside its doors is made in Paris, with the exception of the ice cream that includes ingredients from France but is prepared on site. The day that Manhattan Sideways stopped by, we met Brigitte who has been … read more
Opened in 1992 and originally located on the Upper East Side, Oceana moved to 49th Street in 2009. The Livanos family sowed the seeds for the glorious Oceana long ago when they ran a diner and realized their ambitions to develop it into something more. Having worked hard to make their dreams a reality, … read more
Opened in 1902 as a Catholic parish church, St. Malachy’s earned its fame from fame itself. In 1920, the surrounding Theater District and the church began to welcome crowds of people involved in the entertainment business. That year, the Actor’s Chapel was constructed underneath the church. A cycle had … read more
Velvet the color of cranberries glides across the chairs and banquettes, and a red carpet leads to a prodigious portrait of the illustrious Lillie Langtry. A tribute to this quintessential celebrity, Lillie’s Victorian Establishment is a restaurant and bar that rewinds time. Genuine photos, antiques, … read more
One of the most expansive restaurants in town, this Brazilian steakhouse lives up to its proportions. We first visited the Churrascaria during the 2014 World Cup and, naturally, several screens had been set up and were surrounded by eager soccer fans cheering for Brazil. Green, yellow, and blue filled … read more
Originally a pharmacy selling products for showgirls, Alcone has been in business since 1950. Now owned by the Mallardi family, it is the go-to makeup company for TV, film and Broadway actors. Academy Award-winning makeup artists have collaborated with Alcone on notable projects, including the face of … read more
Matt left the theater industry and joined forces with Enrique to realize the dream they shared of running a men’s accessories boutique. In 2008, they began with an online business, which they used as a platform to present and develop their dandy style. Next, they had pop-up shops at places such as Onassis … read more
