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
14 Reasons to Be Excited About the Future
There's been a lot of bad news lately, and I fear we haven't heard the last of it, so let's try to focus on the positive (for one post, anyway). Here are 14 things to look forward to in Lower Manhattan in the next year or two. / 10 comments
Quality Gifts Will Never Fail to Inspire Wonder
The warmth of a well-considered gift is universally appreciated. Best Made gear and home goods are qualified by the consideration that goes into their design and quality of materials. Visit our shop at 36 White Street and see for yourself. / Sponsored
Museum of Modern Graffiti | December 2015
When I started this series, there was enough street art for a post every few months, then every six months; now it’s once a year, if we're lucky.
In the News: Sway Lounge Is Closing
Plus: The Baked gentlemen on the "Today" show; the Battery Park City Authority's attempt at communication; rumored Bowery Meat Company spinoff in the Seaport; Peck Slip School parents oppose free breakfast for kids; Trinity Church art installation. / 2 comments
Seen & Heard: Empty Storefronts With the Most Potential
Plus: Maman starts brunch service this weekend; the Django now has an early-bird night; Jeff Zimmerman show at R & Company; please just do the survey so we can all move on. / 6 comments
Spotlight: Donzella
"It all grew out of an untrained passion," says Paul Donzella, whose store on White Street is a temple of post-war design. "I’ve been doing this for over 20 years and I never don’t look forward to coming to work." / 1 comment
Newsletter: Dec. 17
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In the News: Closing Dates for W. Broadway Restaurants
Plus: Using 460 Washington to explain the 421-a tax abatement; Howard Hughes's new Seaport District plan (also, it bought the Peck Slip Best Western); Trinity Church ticked off an artist by moving his sculpture; Rector bridge elevator semi-fixed; shoplifters steal gum, threaten stabbing; Woolworth Building in Harry Potter spin-off. / 6 comments
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I don't know what the legal speed on Chambers is, But the cameras do not trigger unless one is going... — Sandy / In the News: Hunting down parking placard abuses
Komanoff: “Driving and drivers are by far and away the bigger threat” when compared to bikes and e-bikes? I’m aware... — SW / In the News: Hunting down parking placard abuses
Thanks for article...such a ugly site walking out the front door...and wondering when it will end!!! — Vivian / Nosy Neighbor: What’s going on in the construction yard on Harrison?
Any updates on this one? — P / Carnegie Diner and Cafe plans approved for 200 Chambers
I reposted because it illustrated their more recent story about the NYPD refusing to share information. And yes, the problem... — Tribeca Citizen / In the News: Hunting down parking placard abuses
There's Eulalie .... and there's everyone else. Simply the best, from the moment you walk in the door to the... — Perry / Eulalie owners forced to sue their landlord
Pam, Thanks for highlighting this. This project is apparently a response to the city being sued by people falling in... — DG / Nosy Neighbor: What’s going on in the construction yard on Harrison?