Seen & Heard: Ace Is No More
The rumor was confirmed. Plus: A gallery is coming to Duane Street; Stuzzicheria progress; Billy's and MaxDelivery are hosting a social (with a cupcake deal); and Rosh Hashana at City Winery. / 2 comments
In the News: The Daily News
Plus: A couple of law-breaking nuns inspire a Julia Sugarbaker moment; the renovations of the old American Express stables; Smith & Mills and Just Scandinavian. / 1 comment
Wickiworld: Wooly Bully
As Wickham Boyle learned from her daughter, the fashion crowd's hotspot du jour is located inside the Woolworth Building.
Here Comes Birdbath
Tribeca's bakery explosion continues: We're getting a Birdbath bakery. UPDATE: This outpost of Birdbath will have more packaged-to-go food and City Bakery's famous hot chocolate. / 7 comments
Newsletter: July 20
TCQ&A: Ariel Porath • Calendar • CSA Chronicles: Tomatopalooza • Signs Among Us • Inside Bogardus Mansion • And much more
Seen & Heard: Bouley Delay
Bouley Studio isn't open yet. Plus: Sandwich deal; Best Made rucksack; appointment at Trinity Wall Street; and how to order a picnic tote for Saturday's New Amsterdam Market.
In the News: Cobblestoned
They look pretty but.... Plus: Sarah Palin pokes her beehive in our business; the WSJ checks out a photography exhibit; the LMDC thinks about loosening the purse strings.
Inside Bogardus Mansion
I went and checked out Bogardus Mansion, the event space at 75 Murray that was recently mentioned in the Daily News. Come fall, it'll also be an art gallery—and more.
Signs Among Us
"I found these signs in and around Tribeca within a few short hours," writes photographer Barry Fidnick. "Most often, the signs themselves were not remarkable, but upon a closer look, many became thought-provoking."
Seen & Heard: Pop Shop
Let There Be Neon revisits the good old days. Plus: a potentially scamming nun; Paul Dano; two more hotels on their way; Summer Streets to close Lafayette; and a harbor-cruise deal. / 1 comment
In the News: TC on GMA
Plus: A decision on the Winter Garden staircase by the end of the year?; Adeline Adeline; a former WMS teacher; a cat that swims for physical therapy; and a freelance ballerina.
The CSA Chronicles: Tomatopalooza
This week's box of CSA goodies included all the makings for Confetti Salad, a delicious—and versatile—salad that's especially refreshing during the dog days of summer. (Plus: no cooking required.)










Even though the location was busy, the setup isn’t aligned with the renewed architectural focus of the brand. There is... — Matt / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
Spas……we need more nail spas. — Francesco / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
You are absolutely right. Tribeca has become a soulless land of chain cafés, spas and orthodontists. All about Tribeca moms... — R. / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
Looking at other people = fun. Being looked at = not so fun. This is (still) a gross invasion of... — Downtown Dad Again / Giving new meaning to nosy neighbor
The photograph begs the question: when is that scaffolding coming down? Seems a very very long time that it has... — George Bacon / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
ITS BACK BETTER THAN EVER! BEST LOCAL PLACE FOR A DRINK AND GOOD FOOD!!! CANT WAIT FOR LUNCH!!! — AA / North Bar is closing for the summer — and will reopen as something new
Since this issue is in play again, I'll opine that the "fluid boundaries between public and private space" is an... — Gary / Giving new meaning to nosy neighbor