Some New York cemeteries are lovely, some are creepy, and some are… haunted. And that shouldn’t come as a surprise. After all, New York City has always been crowded. Space and real estate are such limited (and valuable) commodities that disposing of the dead has posed some unique challenges. Potter’s fields have become treasured parks […]
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Prospect Park: Brooklyn’s Green Oasis
Prospect Park is a stunning 585-acre green retreat in the heart of Brooklyn. Bordered by the diverse neighborhoods of Park Slope, Prospect Heights, Crown Heights, Windsor Terrace, and East Flatbush, the park attracts over ten million visits a year. Park-goers enjoy running, hiking, skating, team sports, picnics, fishing, barbeques, birding, sledding, and horse back riding. […]
The Best New York City Delis
Looking for a great deli in New York? We’ve got you covered! These old-school eateries are some of the best restaurants in New York… especially when you’re craving a pastrami on rye, Reuben sandwich, or a big old slice of cheesecake. Here are some of our favorite Jewish delicatessens in New York (including kosher options, […]
NYC’s Neighborhoods
New York City is usually perceived as a monolithic metropolis…but it’s actually a collection of distinctive neighborhoods. According to the Department of City Planning, NYC contains 339 neighborhoods, ranging in size from just a couple city blocks to sprawling districts. Apart from their geographic boundaries (which are frequently disputed), NYC neighborhoods are defined by their […]
Brooklyn Bridge Park
NYC has a magnificent new play ground – Brooklyn Bridge Park! Brooklyn’s derelict waterfront has been transformed into parkland stretching over a mile along the East River shoreline. The park features lawns, playgrounds, promenades, sporting fields, beaches, and picnic facilities with spectacular views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan skyline, New York harbor, and the Statue […]
The Best Irish Pubs in New York
Looking for an Irish pub in New York? Good thinking: New York City’s Irish community is huge and vibrant. And if you can’t visit the city over St. Patrick’s Day, celebrating with a pint at one of the city’s great Irish pubs is the next-best way to enjoy New York’s Irish heritage! Here’s our list […]
The Best Jewish, and Kosher, Food in New York
Looking for kosher food in New York? How about non-kosher Jewish specialties? Luckily, there’s no shortage of Jewish cuisine in the city, including both kosher and non-kosher restaurants and food stores. Much of New York’s Jewish culture stems from the huge influx Eastern European Jews between 1880 and 1920. While “Jewish food” is as diverse as are […]