Seen & Heard: A New Shop on Washington
Plus: Pizza joint opens just north of Canal; 3 World Trade Center is starting to block 4 World Trade Center; the spray-painted sidewalk on Church; 56 Leonard curtain wall; new Greenwich Street condo is above ground-level. / 1 comment
Best of 2015: The Winners
The polls are closed, the results have been tabulated, and—thanks again to everyone who voted—the rejoicing can begin. / 1 comment
In the News: Vixens Nick Knick’s Jewelry
Allegedly. Plus: Christmas tree vendors hit with rent hike; Regal Cinemas projector smokes during "Star Wars" screening; dubious real-estate renderings; another possible contender for Sheldon Silver's seat.
Another Pret a Manger in Tribeca
The British grab-and-go chain is opening an outpost on Chambers. / 10 comments
Seen & Heard: Chipotle Looking More Likely for Northeast Tribeca
Plus: A peek inside the Con Edison substation on W. Broadway; new Pilates studio in south Soho; renovated Leonard Street storefront; Cup 4 Cup gluten-free flour.
New Kid on the Block: Maman
The front half of Maman's new Tribeca outpost is along the lines of the original café on Centre Street, with pastries, sandwiches, salads and more in an impeccably art-directed space. In the back, Maman breaks the mold with a full-service all-day restaurant. / 1 comment
Newsletter: Dec. 21
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Seen & Heard: Saleya’s Farewell Note
Plus: Broadway clothing store closing; Bond New York's Tribeca real estate office has closed; a café explains its C grade; "John Wick 2" shot here again; suitcase security; "Where in Tribeca...?" unsolved. / 5 comments
Field Trip: Crown Heights
I kept imagining that locals, seeing us take photos of the townhouses, foliage, and signage, probably assumed we were gentrifiers plotting a takeover. But what's the alternative: never leave Tribeca? Plus, now I know where to get cow skin. / 2 comments
In the News: Alleged Shoplifter Escapes Police Custody (and Handcuffs)
But he was eventually found. Plus: Local politicians to take over School Overcrowding Task Force; Saks Men's Store to emphasize "experimental shopping"; the recipe for Houseman's roasted-squash salad. / 1 comment
Seen & Heard: Mangez Avec Moi’s Goodbye Note
Plus: The Beekman hotel is now taking reservations; Drybar at Brookfield Place looks very close to opening; stylish FiDi café in the works; Pakistan Tea House is starting to cause concern; now will you please take the survey? / 1 comment
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Is it me or do the people in this message board seem a tad close to the matter? — J / Rooftop addition proposed for historic building at Greenwich and N. Moore
I agree, huge improvement. — Reademan / Rooftop addition proposed for historic building at Greenwich and N. Moore
Tons of comments on Citizen talk about the use of salt leading to erosion of wiring. Remember the one that... — PF / Two children and one adult injured in manhole explosion
Yes, he lived on the top floor of 71 Hudson when he was dating Daryl Hannah!! — Susan / In the News: Some released after fall’s Canal Street raids
385 Greenwich was a hotel for sailors. 71 North Moore is one of the oldest remaining houses in Tribeca. The... — The Neighbor / Rooftop addition proposed for historic building at Greenwich and N. Moore
re Ecco & Campagnola - Ron Ross was the original owner - He has Polpo in Greenwich CT. — Gerry Post / Ecco!
Isn't Landmarks supposed to be more of an "all or nothing' thing, whether it's the Tribeca West Historic District or... — P / Rooftop addition proposed for historic building at Greenwich and N. Moore