The TCQ&A: “Who’s Behind ‘Rod Stuart Loves the Hamptons’?”
Ariel Porath, whose company just got bought by Google—drinks on him tonight!—shows us around his Tribeca, including who has the best cupcakes and which hip-hop star he saw at 92YTribeca. / 2 comments
In the News: Bogardus Mansion
New event space in a cast-iron building on Murray. Plus: unions hiring nonmembers to protest; Chinatown backs down a bit on its BID bid; Olivier Cheng rumored to be catering Chelsea Clinton's wedding; Il Matto.
Seen & Heard: Ace Hardware Closed
Or at least that's what people who would know are saying. Plus: slushy heaven on Canal; get $25 off—twice—at Bubble Lounge; Brick hosting the Tribeca Supper Club.
Newsletter: July 16
A piece of Tribeca®: Businesses named after the neighborhood • Chambers Street ghosts • CB1 unofficial minutes • Calendar • Where in Tribeca • More
Where in Tribeca…?
¿Sabe usted donde hice esta foto? ¡Pues, digame en los comments! (I never stop working on my Spanish skills.) [Updated with the answer.] / 1 comment
In the News: Ship Uncovered
Plus: Adeline Adeline in the spotlight; a televangelist threatens to build a church here; a piano gets a reprieve; Bastille Day wrap-up; François Payard. / 1 comment
A Piece of Tribeca® (Part 3)
Businesses around the world—restaurants, nightclubs, investment firms, interior designers, salons, boutiques—are naming themselves after our neighborhood. Why? / 2 comments
Seen & Heard: Ward III Deal
Plus: Howard Dean is coming to 92YTribeca; TriBeCafe to start serving lunch; white Burgundy sale; mural painting for kids; free baby clothes; Bar Henry deal; and more.
CB1 Tribeca Committee: The Unofficial Minutes
The CB1 Tribeca committee discussed the proposed temporary Hudson Street plaza; noise complaints about Warren 77; permits for Blaue Gans and Estancia 460; two block parties; and more. / 2 comments
In the News: Grown & Sewn
Plus: A recap of the Cordoba House meeting; BPC's water ran brown; what the building slated for 90 Franklin (at Varick) will look like; and dancing away the rent. / 1 comment
I See Dead Businesses
There are ghosts on Chambers Street—just look up above street level.... / 2 comments
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History of Tribeca Buildings
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