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Seen & Heard: Costume Shop
Plus: Capri Caffé renovation; quenepas; Mehtaphor gluten-free dinner; 73 Warren restaurant update; Peter Wolf and Susannah Hoffs at City Winery; R 20th Century.
State of the Site
It's time once again for a look at how things are going. I'm a big fan of transparency, especially considering how much this endeavor relies on the goodwill of its readers. / 14 comments
Field Trip: Behind the Scenes at Grand Central Terminal
When Adam saw that the Historic Districts Council was offering a tour of Grand Central Terminal, we couldn't resist—he has always wanted to get inside the glass catwalks above the Apple store, and I like to go anywhere I've never been, particularly if it's typically off-limits. / 7 comments
Newsletter: Sept. 6
Progress Report • Nish Noosh Restaurant • New Kid on the Block: By Joy Gryson • Fashion's Night Out • Edible Arrangements • Hotel in Northwest Tribeca • Matsugen's Replacement • 137 Franklin Doodads • More
Fashion’s Night Out in Tribeca
Fashion only gets out one night a year, but it's quite the party. Here's what's going on in these parts tomorrow night (Thursday, Sept. 6). / 6 comments
Seen & Heard: Edible Arrangements
Coming to Duane Street. Plus: Asphalt Green non-update; all-you-can-drink concerns; Warren Street dog run fees; Franklin stoop painted. / 6 comments
In the News: Inside Tribeca Canvas
Plus: Dosateria reviewed; Dirty Bird opening date; Battery Park City Authority's new chairman; kids skip 9/11 health survey; another online creative agency; plug pulled at City Winery show. Update: Added info on Atera's upcoming bar.
Nosy Neighbor: What Are Those White Things at 137 Franklin?
"Any idea what these white things sticking out of the windows at the building under construction at Franklin and W. Broadway might be?" —P. / 1 comment
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About the Restaurant Coming to the Matsugen Space….
It is indeed being opened by an advertising agency, and there will be a redesign and a coffee shop.
Progress Report | September 2012
Here’s a quick rundown of the shops, restaurants, and more we can expect in the next year or so (often with new info on opening dates). I highly recommend reading this post so you'll know what I'm going on about.... / 3 comments
New Kid on the Block: By Joy Gryson
"It was important that our store be on Franklin Street," says designer Joy Gryson. "I've always loved shopping at Steven Alan and Bu & the Duck, and when Bu & the Duck left...." The grand opening party is Thursday night. / 2 comments