NKOTB: Takahachi Bakery
Takahachi Bakery has officially opened on Murray Street, serving sandwiches, salads, and more—including enough breads and pastries to make their neighbors over at Muscle Maker Grill faint at the very thought. / 4 comments
Beekman Street Palace
The film location scout who also writes the Scouting New York blog got a peek inside 5 Beekman Street: "It’s completely empty, essentially abandoned, and has been for a decade, with much of the interior shuttered since 1940… Until now." / 2 comments
Op-Ed: Protesting the Protests
The constant, overamplified protests outside City Hall Park—and the massive overreaction by the police—are getting out of control. / 2 comments
In the News: NYU Not Looking at WTC
Even though it said it was. Plus: Jay-Z and Beyoncé spotted leaving Pepolino; rezoning as a way to avoid crap hotels; rats; reviews of Tamarind and Bar Artisanal; Carmellini to strike again. / 2 comments
Seen & Heard: $1 Cupcakes
...at Billy's Bakery for two days only. Plus: Half off at Adrienne's Pizza Bar, cheap bread at Farinella, Washington Market School expands, art exhibit tonight, a summer food prediction.
Filling in the Blanks
A reader recently wrote in with a list of six types of shops she'd like to see in the neighborhood. With so many interesting storefronts empty, maybe we can inspire some new action around here.... / 14 comments
Wickiworld: Riverside Drive
Wicki Boyle takes to the water to scout out the course for the Red Bull Air Race, happening this weekend. (So brace yourself for low-flying planes, starting test flights as early as today.)
Seen & Heard: Andrew McCarthy
...in a staged reading this week at BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center. Plus: Takahachi Bakery opening date, Il Matto online reservations, Bit'z Kids, cute Father's Day cookies, and some wet paint.
In the News: Celebspotting
We're defining "celebrity" loosely these days. Plus: Opening dates for Imagination Playground and the James hotel, 225 Rector developer sued for fraud, and a new home for the 40-foot iguana that used to live around here.
Tribeca on Sale: Korin, Gary Graham, Calypso, and More
There must be something in the water, because suddenly everyone is having a sale.
The TCQ&A: “We Had Our First Date at Mr. Chow”
Meredith Gonzalez—Laight Street resident and new volunteer for Art in All of Us—shows us around her Tribeca, including the neighborhood's best burger, a go-to source for baby gifts, hanging out with (or at least next to) Jay-Z and Beyoncé, and where she celebrated her 30th birthday.
Wickiworld: Just Shoot Me
They were shooting again on North Moore Street. OK, it wasn't violent, but it was pervasive and for those of us who live on this much-shot street it was tedious and invasive.
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History of Tribeca Buildings
People did not "trash" the place. NYC temporarily removed the litter baskets as a public safety measure. Out of 2... — James Bogardus / One last look at the Knicks parade
impressive pictures arlo!!! — nicki / One last look at the Knicks parade
Such a beautiful building. I always marvel at its design. — Marcus / The neighborhood from the cupola of 1 Centre
It's not cause for celebration that the Department of Sanitation did such a good job. It's sad that people trash... — Marcus / One last look at the Knicks parade
Beautiful photos! — Fred / The Knicks ticker-tape parade shuts down the neighborhood
Kessler supported the Soho/Noho upzoning that was a boon to real estate devolopers and damaging to the people who actually... — Pam / Candidates are lining up for Deborah Glick’s seat
What a great day! I was also so impressed by how quickly the Sanitation Dept got the neighborhood cleaned up.... — Linda Secondari / The Knicks ticker-tape parade shuts down the neighborhood