Did you know that 2006 had the most snow ever recorded in New York City? We’ve been waiting since then for some serious sledding or tubing weather, and it looks like it’s finally here. So, dust off those Flexible Flyers, sand down the toboggans, and grab your snow tube and head to the hills. If […]
Valentine’s Day dining is a tradition in New York City. Most restaurants offer something special, be it a special menu, complimentary flowers or chocolates, or red and pink cocktails. Sometimes a burst of creativity spawns other distinctive romantic twists. We begin our 2013 picks with four fun and romantic choices in Brooklyn, evenings that are […]
New Orleans is on my mind in a big way: Superbowl, Mardi Gras and Jazzfest. I’m not going to the Superbowl, but I AM going to Jazzfest this year. As for Mardi Gras, I’m happy to celebrate it in New York City. Although I won’t be able to get my beads thrown at me directly […]
Restored to its original glory by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission through the efforts of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and her daughter Caroline, Grand Central Terminal is one of New York City’s architectural treasures. A mini-city unto itself, Grand Central Terminal bustles all day with commuters, shoppers, diners, and tourists, creating a frenzy endemic to […]
Jack Eichenbaum holds a Ph.D. in urban geography. He’s a lifelong observer of New York City and other large cities around the world. In 2010, he was appointed Queens Borough Historian, and today works closely with the Borough President concerning the preservation and promotion of Queens history. His personal website can be found […]
Looking for a great way to spend this weekend? Take yourself out of “armchair” mode and actively research some travel ideas for 2013 by visiting the booths of travel providers and locations around the world at the 10th annual New York Times Travel Show. On Saturday and Sunday, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center […]
Paired with a lovely sangria or a sparkling cavas, tapas make a wonderful and fun meal for group sharing. Enjoy three of our favorite choices in Manhattan, from midtown to the Upper West Side.
The New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show If your kids love trains or any type of transportation, this show is an absolute don’t-miss. Model trains and trolleys travel along a landscape of scale models of more than 140 New York landmarks instantly recognizable to any NYC fan. The kick is that these buildings are […]
New York City and Brooklyn are awash in music concerts this season, with especially well-known artists flocking to the new Barclays Center as well as to Madison Square Garden and other venues. Last night’s The Who concert was spectacular but there are many more to come. Here are just a few of the ones that […]
