Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn is, hands-down, one of our favorite neighborhoods in New York (not just in the borough of Brooklyn!). Strolling through Brooklyn Heights is like entering a genteel, bygone era… not to mention boasts great views of the Brooklyn Bridge and a gorgeous park. New York’s first suburb and the nation’s first designated historic district, today, Brooklyn Heights’ […]
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NYC’s Free Summer Concerts 2012
During these dog days of summer, many New Yorkers hope to escape the city. But while the air can be hot and sticky, it also will be filled with incredible music. Some of the world’s finest performers will be offering free concerts in outdoors settings throughout the city’s five boroughs. The New York Philharmonic, one […]
The Best Hot Dogs in New York
Local New Yorkers are always searching for the best hot dogs in New York. They’re mildly obsessed, in fact. And why not? Hot dogs are a staple of New York City food—they’re inexpensive, filling, easy to nosh on-the-go… and, of course, delicious! Usually served in a bun, New York hot dogs are usually complemented with […]
Rooftop Films 2012
Rooftop Films, the innovative NYC film festival that brings “underground movies outdoors,” begins its 2012 Summer Series May 11th. Now in its 16th year, Rooftop’s outdoor venues and innovative programming have made it one of the city’s most popular film festivals. The Summer Series will present 23 feature films and programs of 183 short films […]
Go like a Local: Walking the Brooklyn Bridge
The Brooklyn Bridge—the world’s first steel suspension bridge—is a beloved landmark and a cultural icon of NYC. It’s been celebrated in art, poetry, song, and on film. The mastermind behind the bridge called it “the greatest engineering work of the age… a great work of art.” And we have to agree! Here’s what to know […]
Who Is Shirley Chisholm?
Who is Shirley Chisholm? Well, she’s a woman you should know about! “Just wait, there may be some fireworks,” she predicted… when she was elected the first black woman to serve in the United States Congress. Shirley Chisholm broke barriers of race and gender—all while being driven, seemingly fearless, and outspoken (with a sly sense of […]
New York Bagels: Why We Love ‘Em (And Where to Find the Best Bagels in NY)
The New York bagel is a fundamental food in the city. But what makes the perfect bagel… and where can you find one? Read on to find out! What’s a New York bagel, exactly? A New York bagel (essentially a doughnut-shaped bread ring) should be a light caramel color. The exterior should be firm, and have […]