Newsletter: July 13
Tiny Streets portfolio: parts 2 and 3 • Inside Gwyneth Paltrow's penthouse • Recent notable comments • This week in and around Tribeca • And more
Gwyneth and Chris’s Place
Curbed uncovered photos of the River Lofts apartment owned by Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin. / 5 comments
Seen & Heard: Le Pain Quotidien
Now open in Battery Park City. Plus: Return of two sidewalks; Kevin Kline is coming; exciting news for BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center; yoga and spa deals.
In the News: J&R Café
Um, OK. Plus: an open-house report; a meeting about Cordoba House; and the summer ritual of Mah-Jongg.
Tiny Streets: Part 3
Asha Agnish shot all of the tiny streets—a block long, maybe two—in and around Tribeca. Parts 1 and 2 have already run. Now here's part 3: Cortlandt Alley, York Street, and everyone's favorite, Staple Street. / 3 comments
In the News: Chinatown Encroaches
Should Broadway and Walker be in the Chinatown BID? Plus: Gael Greene reviews Plein Sud and Doug Liman, who has an office here, has a new TV show.
Your Opinion Counts
Thanks again to everyone who has posted a comment lately! They've been fun to read, even when they're taking the site to task. Here are a few especially notable ones....
Seen & Heard: Postcard Project
The finalists of Babesta's contest are announced. Plus: bike-rental deal; Nick Lowe and the Roches; Anaïs & I to make boys' clothes; TAMA Gallery still selling; Mysterious Bookshop event.
Tiny Streets: Part 2
Asha Agnish shot the tiny streets in and around Tribeca—the streets only locals know. Here's part 2: Catherine Lane, Elk Street, Franklin Place, and that little spur off Harrison. / 2 comments
In the News: Pier Update
Plus: Trump Soho sales report; early word on Il Matto; fancy spinning; and celebrities looking at a penthouse. / 4 comments
Newsletter: July 9
Tiny streets: part 1 • Whole Foods responds to our suggestions • Calendar • TCQ&A: Matt Lundquist • Piano artist • Carmine's • Justin Bieber
Where in Tribeca…?
A big thanks to Barry Fidnick for taking this photo. Now do your part and identify where the clock is located in the real world. [Updated with the answer.] / 1 comment
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Deep thanks to Nicole for continuing the legacy and mission of our legendary chef David Bouley. I was lucky enough... — Gilberto. / Foundation established for David Bouley
Nicole is a dear friend, and I think the world of both her and David. I had the pleasure of... — Mary Balaban / Foundation established for David Bouley
Tragedy. I went here about once a month. Good spot to eat at the bar. Something for everyone to bring... — Brian / Il Giglio on Greenwich has closed
I've had a vendor for years linked on the site; just recently pulled it down to switch vendors. Stay tuned.... — Tribeca Citizen / Seen & Heard: Stealing the TC logo
Good place for ICE to hang out too. — G / Deliverista hub on Broadway is under construction
This property has been stuck in a bankruptcy proceeding for 6 years. Most jurisdictions around the country would resolve something... — Reademan / Deliverista hub on Broadway is under construction
According to the Signal app, someone called 911 the other day about debris allegedly falling from the crane. Apparently nothing... — MW / Deliverista hub on Broadway is under construction