First Impressions: The Django
Can the new jazz bar at the Roxy Hotel capture some of that old Silver Lining magic? / 3 comments
In the News: Award-Winning Penthouse Renovation
Plus: Citigroup's new headquarters will be entirely open-plan; inside the new eyewear shop on Grand.
A Pioneer on Lafayette
A fancy furniture and design shop is moving from Noho to the area just above Collect Pond Park. / 1 comment
The New Gallery on Walker
After 18 years in Chelsea, Alexander and Bonin is moving to northeast Tribeca.
Newsletter: Dec. 28
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In the News: World Trade Center Oculus Said to Be Opening in March
Plus: Massive art installation on Wall Street; more on City Hall restaurant's closing, and how it served the homeless a free lunch; when Trinity Church was the New Year's Eve gathering point; homeless couple with 10 cats; theft at FiDi Mexican restaurant.
Seen & Heard: A Deli Is Actually Opening
Plus: Calypso St. Barth is definitely off at Brookfield Place; Saleya stripped bare; 19 Park Place's western side; a suggestion for El Vez Burrito; Franklin Street salon; Best Market truck; unsolved "Where in Tribeca...?" / 3 comments
South Tribeca Is Getting a Very Funky Building
It'll have inch-thick concrete walls and motorized windows. / 5 comments
The World Trade Center Light Show
Every now and then, when the sun in shining at there's some haze in the air, the World Trade Center towers do something dazzling. / 3 comments
In the News: Footage of the Alleged Rolex Vixens
Plus: Another phone snatching; opening date for Lower East Side arthouse cinema; Soho steakhouse closing; Gansevoort Market owner plans a food hall in Lower Manhattan.
Seen & Heard: DHL Store on Church Street
Plus: Recommendation for a local printer; where to get your Christmas tree mulched; the scent of the Smyth and Little Park. / 4 comments
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Hi Pam, a conversion of “1840s MTA tunnel” — how can that be accurate when 1st subway opened in 1904?!... — Duane denizen / Massive underground spa and meditation space coming to Broadway and White
Frankly was one of those rare shops, thoughtfully curated, full of bottles you wouldn’t stumble on elsewhere, with friendly service... — FiDiGuy / It looks like Frankly Wines has closed permanently
Frankly Wines was a wonderful store and an asset to our neighborhood. I'm glad Liz and Della's is still here... — Merle Temkin / It looks like Frankly Wines has closed permanently
I took a pop-up pilates class in this space in March. It's really serene, calm, and has great energy. Can't... — HB / Massive underground spa and meditation space coming to Broadway and White
I wish the new pizza places well. I hope they succeed on general principle. But I think we all realize... — mulciber / First Impressions: Marinara Pizza
jm: I see dogs daily in the morning, typically between 7:30 and 9:00am, on weekdays. There are people who throw... — Duane Street / Nosy Neighbor: Are dogs allowed on the turf at Pier 25?
Jails plan is so foolish and yet it goes on. There won't be enough spaces to hold all the inmates,... — Marcus / Seen & Heard: Spring block party at Bogardus