Show Us Your Roof: 270 Broadway/80 Chambers
Besides the outstanding views, there are trees, flowering plants, and even tomatoes, peppers, squash, and apples. / 1 comment
Newsletter: Aug. 24
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Reflections on the City (Vol. 10)
There's magic in the way reflected light forms patterns and shapes on city surfaces. / 2 comments
In the News: Remembering George Carroll
Plus: T.J. Maxx opening in Soho; more coworking in Hudson Square and FiDi; the schedule for the Astoria ferry service starting next week; Coco Pazzo in the former Milady's space. / 2 comments
Seen & Heard: WeWork Confirmed for Beach Street
Plus: Sweaty Betty opening date; Flour Shop bakery on Lafayette; clothing boutique on Broadway; "TMF" shoot.
In the News: Fowler & Wells Has Changed Its Name
Plus: Former Tribecan murdered in Greenpoint; apartment featured on Dwell; de Blasio doesn't think congestion pricing is fair. / 3 comments
Lighting Store Opening on Franklin
You might recognize Allied Maker from Colony, the design co-op on Canal, which has featured the company.
Seen & Heard: Tribeca Trust Is Suing the LPC
Plus: Morgik Metal appears to be leaving 145 Hudson; Les Halles closed; requiring restaurants to post a return policy; Torly Kid expands to Brooklyn; Stuyvesant lights. / 11 comments
In the News: Tetsu Has Been Pushed Back Once Again
Plus: More on Frenchette, now hoping to open in October; the professional bodybuilder who works at Tribeca Hardware; the ticket-seller infestation has worsened. / 2 comments
The Eclipse
Wasn't it neat to see so many people basking in the miracle of science? If you managed to take any good shots—of the eclipse, or anything related to it—send them over and I'll post them.
Seen & Heard: Racist Artifacts for Sale on Greenwich Street
Plus: One city council candidate skipped a debate, and another never voted until last year; Chanterelle chef's seafood class; aircraft flyover; "Gotham" TV shoot; more on the big "Instinct" shoot. / 4 comments
First Impressions: Serafina
When I imagine myself deciding to eat at Serafina, rather than one of the many other midrange Italian restaurants in this area, it's not because the food is interesting or ambitious. It's because the restaurant should be convenient and reliable. / 25 comments
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Sorry to see another large and reasonably-priced clothing retailer exit Tribeca. The last clothing/department store that I remember leaving the... — Gary / H&M closing at the World Trade Center
I believe the Starbucks location on Broadway and Lispenard by the Chase bank branch has also closed. — Marcus / Blank Street Coffee taking storefront at 32 Avenue of the Americas
Do we think Uniqlo will move in? — Nicole / H&M closing at the World Trade Center
The problem with Whole Foods (there are a few, but none that are awful) is its very limited brand variety.... — mulciber / New Kid on the Block: Meadow Lane
Try the Key Food on Fulton Street. It's not far, and it comes closest to an ordinary supermarket, with reasonable... — mulciber / New Kid on the Block: Meadow Lane
Yes — Tribeca Citizen / Blank Street Coffee taking storefront at 32 Avenue of the Americas
Taking over the former Starbucks space? — Marcus / Blank Street Coffee taking storefront at 32 Avenue of the Americas