In the News: Sweetgreen Preview
Plus: Vermouth founder's apartment; does South Street Seaport owner owe $1.8 million in back taxes?; construction fencing on Fulton; 80 John analysis.
“Lightness of Being” at City Hall Park
There's a new sculpture exhibit up at City Hall Park. Be warned: It includes clown performances. / 2 comments
Loft Peeping: 270 Broadway Penthouse
Promised "freedom from budget constraints," local architect Steven Harris went all out, creating a dazzling 8,000-square-foot aerie with jaw-dropping views. The Cool Hunter had the story. / 4 comments
Newsletter: July 25
New Kid on the Block: Shinola • Blue Bottle Coffee • Hudson River Park Conflict • Energy Healer • Boat Burglars • Rumored Landmark Tenant • Cobblestoning Staple Street? • Dog Run Postponed • Equinox • More
Progress Report | August 2013
It can be hard to keep up with everything that’s coming soon (or coming eventually), so here’s a quick rundown. / 6 comments
In the News: Equinox and Calypso to Open in Brookfield Place
Plus: Khe-Yo opening date; American Cut; P.S. 150 move still possible; police blotter; Best Made sale; maximalist one-bedroom for sale.
Seen & Heard: Cobblestoning Staple Street?
Plus: Élan Flowers has moved; rumored tenant for a Tribeca landmark; Los Americanos delivery; community night at the 9/11 Memorial; gallery gone; the NYPD's response about Pier 26 noise complaints.
Blue Bottle Coffee Is Leaving
All Good Things is taking over the coffee bar in September, and it'll be making some changes. Plus: Juice is on the horizon. / 4 comments
My Visit to an Energy Healer
"I welcome skepticism actually," said Sameer Reddy when inviting me over for a session. "I think it makes an experience more meaningful, as long as it's tempered by an open mind." So I went....
In the News: Hudson River Park Conflict
Plus: Penthouse doubles in value in three years; ferry honking annoying Battery Park City residents; elderly BPC folks' mortgage troubles; inside the Corbin Building. / 2 comments
Seen & Heard: Dog Run Opening Postponed
Plus: A new source for stylish magazines; Seasonal Whispers opens another store; Tribeca Tiger; ballet demonstration; Aroma Espresso Bar's new menu; Greenmarket pretzels. / 1 comment
Left rectangle ads redesigned
History of Tribeca Buildings
Frenchette? Ives? — G / Mr Chow is indeed closing
I had a very bad experience with this shop on Thursday. I ordered 6 pies lite sauce and well done.... — Theresa / First Impressions: Marinara Pizza
The 66th assembly district seems to be more conservative among June voters than the 10th NY congressional district. — rensen / Lander and Lee win their districts handily
I'm all for the struggling folks in our City trying to get by and raise their families up the economic... — Jay / Nosy Neighbor: Why is there another food truck in Bogardus Plaza?
I feel I'm as concerned for our fellow "man" as I can be - I also hear the complaints of... — Jay / Nosy Neighbor: Why is there another food truck in Bogardus Plaza?
Uniqlo also coming soon to WTC plaza! — Skip Blumberg / Seen & Heard: ICYMI, Primary Day is Tuesday
Wonderful photos! What was condition of City Hall Park across the street? — Skip Blumberg / One last look at the Knicks parade