Newsletter: June 15
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Where in Tribeca?
This guy on foot and the riderless bike are in an unlikely setting. Where can you spot them? / 3 comments
Some more reopenings in the neighborhood
The Grand Banks now has alcohol and seating on Pier 25; Bed Bath & Beyond and Barnes & Noble have curbside pickup; the boards are off at Target and The Odeon. / 12 comments
New Kid on the Block!!! Homemade by Miriam
Didn't think I would have this headline anytime soon, so a big neighborhood welcome to Rafi Hasid and his latest local venture. / 7 comments
Lekka Burger is open for takeout and delivery
The vegan burger joint is offering a limited menu of its signature meat-free burgers along with fries, shakes and cocktails. / 2 comments
Free COVID testing places in the neighborhood
The city is recommending ALL people get tested for COVID-19 and there are six sites within walking distance that are open for free tests. / 6 comments
Shigure is back open and serving sake to go
The charming sake bar on Church south of White reopened this week and is serving its usual takeout kitchen menu along with lots of sake and shochu options.
Gloria Jewel on West Broadway is closed permanently
The shop with the beachy vibe that opened here in 2013 has closed, but its sister stores just reopened out east after a temporary shutdown for the virus. / 1 comment
Newsletter: June 11
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Seen & Heard: Phase 1 action in the neighborhood
With some retail allowed to open for curbside pickup as of Monday, storefronts are slowly coming back to life. / 3 comments
Support Delmonico’s Staff Fund with ‘Dine Around Downtown: Cooking At Home Edition’ Featuring Rocco DiSpirito
Presented by the Downtown Alliance and hosted by award-winning chef and author Rocco DiSpirito, the free series features top Lower Manhattan chefs to benefit the local restaurant community. / Sponsored
Local Business Update: Mulberry & Vine
Taking a chance, the restaurant on Warren opened last month to test the waters, but with no office workers nearby, staying open cost more than keeping it closed.
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