In the News: Marc Forgione vs. NYT
Plus: P.S. 234 kindergarten update, the garbage garage in Hudson Square, the White House pastry chef (a Tribeca alum), Tamarind Tribeca, and inside the One York apartment of the Ricky's founder
Teardrop Park South Unveiled
Battery Park City's half-acre Teardrop Park South finally opened today, and as you can see from the photos, it's quite pretty (despite the rain).
Seen & Heard: MTA Union Protests
...and Duane Street residents are ticked off. Plus: Teardrop Park South opens tomorrow, Takahachi Bakery delayed, rare Federico Fellini movie, spa deals, Mondo Cane exhibit, and a Hula Hoop contest—for adults, too! / 1 comment
In the News: Art Truck
Plus: Danny Meyer rumor gets a Shake Shack demurral • Man accused of burgling Amanda Peet acquitted • Crossing guards coming to three West Street intersections • Meeting for P.S. 234 waitlistees / 1 comment
Cristina Dos Santos on Your Bed
With her new line of sheets, Cristina Dos Santos is officially one step closer to becoming Martha Stewart than the rest of us are.
Seen & Heard: Sasha Wolf Gallery
Sasha Wolf Gallery is moving to Chelsea. Plus: A rumor that the Spotted Pig/Breslin folks are also coming to BPC, a chat with the woman who runs the Fulton Stall Market, Tribeca Dental Studio deal, and Park Place finally gets paved.
Taste of Tribeca: The Menu
What some of the participating restaurants will be serving at the event. Remember, each ticket gets you six tastes, so start making your lists.... Plus: Recapping the chefs' tips.
Recent Comments: Telling It Like It Is!
People have often asked me whether this site gets many comments, and I say no, but that I don't take it personally because I'm not much of a commenter on other sites, so why should I expect others to be different? But lately there's been a surge in comments....
Seen & Heard: More on Danny Meyer
Someone who would know confirms that he's negotiating in BPC • Archipelago moves out • Bubby's in Williams-Sonoma • Saluggi's launches brunch • Veuve Clicquot base-wine tasting at New York Vintners / 1 comment
Foto Friday
Yeah, so it's not Friday—call 311 and file a complaint. This week: Photos taken on Frankfort, West Broadway, Reade, and Lispenard.
Tribeca in 1852
I was researching about the College Place sign in the last "Where in Tribeca...?" post when I came across a most excellent 1852 map from the David Rumsey Historical Collection. Prepare to lose an hour or two—and to shed a tear for what used to be Hudson Park.
Newsletter: May 9
(Reposting of the May 7 newsletter) Sora Lella deal • Personal-styling services • Muscle Maker Grill • Taste of Tribeca Tip: Ward III • More
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Sounds promising. How much power does such a BID have? Could it actually do something to clear out the illicit... — Marcus / New group to explore the potential of a Tribeca Business Improvement District
I’m officially a senior citizen and I have to tell you if me and my buddies from the Bronx had... — John Gallagher / Carjacking on North Moore has a happy ending…
Blame those in charge, including our mayor. Mamdani pledged support for NYC street vendors. Now they’re facing a crackdown. https://gothamist.com/news/mamdani-pledged-support-for-nyc-street-vendors-now-theyre-facing-a-crackdown... — Marcus / In the News: More on the counterfeit vendors of Canal Street
UN report on counterfeiting and organized crime: https://www.unodc.org/toc/en/crimes/counterfeit-goods.html — Marcus / In the News: More on the counterfeit vendors of Canal Street
Society has lost its mind letting people walk around outdoors with masks on as if it's not obviously insanely suspicious.... — person / Carjacking on North Moore has a happy ending…
I'm okay with extra reinforcing, recalling what happened at Pfizer's residential conversion on 42nd Street. Demolition could have been dusty... — Gary / Construction Update: 101 Franklin / 250 Church
I am curious how they came to the decision to rehabilitate the existing structure rather than just tear it down.... — Reademan / Construction Update: 101 Franklin / 250 Church