Newsletter: Oct. 4
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Tetsu’s Basement Will Become a Raw Bar
Faced with a tepid response to the expensive, meat-focused menu in the basement of Tetsu, chef Masa Takayama is pivoting back toward what he's famous for.
Seen & Heard: Frisky Topiary
Plus: Children's theater at the Flea; Weill Cornell on Worth Street; Jillian Denby paintings; a bit of rock gardening; openings and closings in the Seaport. / 1 comment
In the News: Tribeca Vacation Rental Had a Spycam
Plus: Another jail meeting turns riotous; a Broadway star who grew up in Tribeca; local thefts; exhibit of courtroom art. / 7 comments
First Impressions: 10 Corso Como
With more whimsy per square inch than everything else in FiDi combined, the Seaport District outpost of Carla Sozzani's Milan institution 10 Corso Como is the polar opposite of the intentionally drab aesthetic of the Goop era. But the real star might be the restaurant.
In the News: Big New Office Building on West Street
Plus: The World Trade Center security zone is being enlarged; Frankie Goes to Bollywood opening in Soho; Whole Foods workers to get at least $15 per hour. / 4 comments
Seen & Heard: Taylor Swift Is Building a Mantrap
Plus: Big sale at Scott Jordan Furniture in advance of its move; news from the World Trade Center mall; part of the Spring Street Salt Shed is not wearing well; "customer-service atrium" at the Department of Buildings; Milo Hess in a Seaport art show. / 20 comments
Rethink How You Entertain at Waterline Square – An Expansive Amenity Suite Where Midtown Meets the Upper West Side
Three soaring waterfront condominium towers with spectacular views; 100,000 square feet of sports, leisure, and lifestyle amenities and a new 2.6-acre park; and a dining and food hall experience by Cipriani. / Sponsored
The Smile Newsstand Has Closed
The Shinola store is said to be expanding into the front area. / 1 comment
In the News: Issey Miyake’s Proposed Signage
Plus: China Blue tried a no-tipping policy and abandoned it; more funding for the Walker Hotel Tribeca; Brooklyn Chop House finally opens tonight; changing intersections to accommodate cyclists. / 2 comments
Seen & Heard: Any Word on Best Market?
Plus: Enthusiastic crossing guard could use your help; plastic surgeon opening big office on Laight; new shows at Soho Photo; at least three shoots this week. / 3 comments
The Worth Street Mess
Also on Community Board 1's October agendas: Landmarks-related changes to buildings on Duane and Walker; something involving liquor at Chipotle; naming a block after an NYPD officer killed in Iraq; the plans for a pedestrian park at Sixth and Church; more. / 5 comments
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Oh great, that's what we need in Tribeca, more workout studios, bank branches, and kids classes — B / Pilates studio coming to Hudson and Beach
Always glad to hear of a new jazz venue! We have several great ones in Tribeca, so we are blessed... — Marcus / Seen & Heard: Public schools start September 10
Two more places I won't be visiting on the Canal Street nightmare. — Marcus / Five Guys and Fluffies Hot Chicken are open on Canal
Just going to say that some work can’t be done in increments. Interestingly enough there’s probably infrastructure there from water,... — John Gallagher / Construction making progress on Greenwich?
Now if only the city would do something about the open air drug markets that have interwoven with the counterfeit... — Matt / Five Guys and Fluffies Hot Chicken are open on Canal
Thank you for the note about Evelyn! We went last night and had a great time. They had great food,... — Christine Hall / Seen & Heard: Shoutout to the PS 234 gardeners
You folks are making me look good! everyone I've ever sent to Pepolino absolutely loved it . It has been... — Tony L / Spotlight: 25 years of Pepolino