Ciao Rocco, molto orgogliosa della tua grandiosa carriera, non so se ti ricordi di me, ma sei anche stato a casa mia, mi ai regalato una fruttiera, ancora c'è l'ho, veramente auguri, non avevo dubbi che avresti fatto successo, spero che sei felice ,ciao rocco — Maria on Spotlight: Roc

Wonderful post, we need more green! — Kimberly on Valentine No. 65

You should dig in on this new hair salon and it’s background of “dazzlers” https://www.razzledazzlebarbershop.com Fits right in to tribeca !!! — Fabio on Seen & Heard: Another New Barbershop

Good Morning Erik, this sign is located on the door of the Happy Science USA center at 79 Franklin Street, with regards, Sonia Stock — Sonia F. Stock on Where in Tribeca…?

We ate at the bar and I thought the pastas we had were great. I agree, though, the prices are out of control. — tribeca16 on First Impressions: Il Mulino

First off, the entire physical culture permit zoning regime, designed to deter brothels, is as woefully puritanical and outdated as the recently repealed cabaret laws were. Just the name "physical culture" retains a musty odor from the early 20th century. Many of the empty stores could rent as gyms without it, just as there is already an exception by DoB for small yoga studios with no showers. (Many existing gyms have no physical culture permit of any kind.). That said, it is the exercise component that makes it a place of physical culture, not the presence of showers. Second, it seems clear from the BIS that the building owner did the work to file and get permits and convert the space but never got a final Certificate of Occupancy when they did the conversion in 2008, only temporary CofOs that expired. It seems to have been clear to the tenant as well. (There was even a (still) open Violation relating to this issue back in 2008 - 34587929X). Third, even the previous tenant was able to get a physical culture permit without a final CofO. https://tribecacitizen.wpengine.com/2016/07/14/cb1-tribeca-committee-the-unofficial-minutes-july-2016/ Fourth, the establishment apparently was not padlocked when violation 35250398Z was issued in April this year. The DoB violation acknowledged the work permit and merely directed that a CofO be obtained. ("NOTED: CELLAR LEVEL & SUB-CELLAR ARE OCCUPIED/CONVERTED INTO PHYSICAL CULTURE ESTABLISHMENT PER JOB #102637942-ALT01.") Having other open violations on the building does not help one to get the final CofO. Is there a Landlord's penalty provision in the lease in the event of a shutdown or padlocking of the premises by DoB? If not, there should have been. Fifth, one can rent a temporary AC. It's a pain but it beats the alternative, and the cost goes onto the suit against the landlord anyhow. This is a bad situation, and hopefully a resolution can be reached. — James on Tribeca Health & Fitness Is Fighting for Its Life

I really like ur page. I've worked in TriBeCa for fifteen years now. RIP to the following: Ramos, Greys Papaya, diner on the corner of Chambers & Church, Raccoon Lodge, Popeyes, walk thru window Burger King on Church Street, Petit Abeile, the Soup Nazi by Chambers, Pearl Paints.......lotta RIPs. — AJ on Seen & Heard: The Renovated Film Forum

Why, thank you. Food photography is an art, and (but?) there’s a reason professionals don’t shoot in the restaurant’s actual light. That said, I would be absolutely fine with a simple/rustic presentation (such as at I Sodi) if the food was good. This food was bad at any price. — Erik Torkells on First Impressions: Il Mulino

In fact, this is a good time to say I follow your Insta, and I love your photography. — David G Imber on First Impressions: Il Mulino

I am a native New Yorker living in the Village and working in Tribeca. It is very hard to duplicate something that is simply the best. Il Mulino on West 3rd Street is the original and I have observed over the years they have opened other locations but none equals the original, and here's why- Full disclosure- I'm vegetarian, but have brought many pescatarian and carnivore friends over the years- At West 3rd you can order any Italian dish. The menu means nothing. For example, I order the Eggplant Parmesan- yes it's $36 but it is simply the best available. They are the only restaurant I have ever been to that after reading all the specials the waiter says "plus whatever else you would like to have". Admittedly I haven't tried Greenwich yet, but I called and they said "right now we are only serving what's on the menu" So "stay tuned" we shall see. Duplicating the best is not so easy. — Bruce on First Impressions: Il Mulino

Much of my life is spent in Japan, where the perspective on food is entirely different, so I try to avoid direct comparison. That said, the presentation here is a flat-out disgrace. In all sincerity, it depresses me to look at those images, and it's not a comment on your photography at all. — David G Imber on First Impressions: Il Mulino

I am truly baffled why anyone in their right mind would go to Il Mulino, unless dining on a corporate tab; duping an unsuspecting companion on a first date; or attributing no value to money (a la at a strip club). The owner of Il Mulino, however, is obviously a genius. Another Il Mulino exists 6 blocks away. Why not wantonly reap profits from two "I-live-close-to-Taylor Swift" neighborhoods for a few years? Nauseating addition to an increasingly nauseating place to live. #bringsouthsback — Derek on First Impressions: Il Mulino

It might seem nice to have an empty Trader Joe's, but presumably if it doesn't reach critical mass eventually it will close down....So for those that care about the existence of the store, it's important that we actually support it with our business.... (I haven't been inside it yet myself, so I should speak to myself about that) — Marcus on Seen & Heard: Some of Spring Street Park Is Open

Walked by today and was floored by the prices for pasta. It’s really out of control. I’ll stick to Grand Morsi which may be on the expensive side, but consistently good with lovely waitstaff. Terra is another good and well priced option that I’ll continue to enjoy. Unrelated, is anyone else disappointed with Walkers new chef? — DeeDee on First Impressions: Il Mulino

Empire Luggage on Broadway near corner of Canal is going out of business. It's been there for decades. There's also a for rent sign outside. — TribecaMom on Seen & Heard: The Renovated Film Forum

In order to get the notice of overuse - they now want residents to log 311 complaints. That is what the office is using as a measurement for if a location is over burdened... — TM on Seen & Heard: Some of Spring Street Park Is Open

The other strategy for restaurants to deal with high fixed expenses is to reduce labor costs by using a quick serve fine food model, i.e., high end food and drink but cafeteria style self service. — James on First Impressions: Il Mulino

I totally agree about the quality of food in relation to the high prices. Is the chicken parm worth double what the excellent chicken parm is at Gigino? (or any of the regular italian places we've been going to for years)..the brandino worth paying twice for the excellent fish we get at Thalassa? Yes, the room is lovely....but. My husband even commented that our dinner at Carbone (a few nights after trying il Mulino) was not as pricey. — ARH on First Impressions: Il Mulino

You have to contact the gym directly. All of the contact info is at https://www.paulruggerigymnastics.com/. — Erik Torkells on New Kid on the Block: Paul Ruggeri Gymnastics

as a long -time TriBeCan, i have, at times, been on a first name basis with staff in the Mayor's office of film and television. I urge all affected citizens to keep contacting and complaining. Our neighborhood should not be used as a backlot/soundstage. Most of us( unless you have rented your loft for a shoot) get absolutely zero benefit from this kind of major inconvenience and intrusion. The Mayor's office will say that the film industry brings $$ and tourism dollars to NYC. it brings money to the city budget at the expense of our neighborhood, and as far as tourism dollars are concerned I don't know anyone who has come into my shop bc they saw a nano-second of Duane St in some commercial or tv show or film. this past december i complained about the generator truck of a night shoot that was parked right outside my bedroom, creating such noise that i could not sleep. i received a small "inconvenience check". i would rather have had a good night's sleep. — MADELINE LANCIANI on Seen & Heard: Some of Spring Street Park Is Open

Il Mulino Prime over on W Broadway is one of our favorite spots. The prices are what they are - you know what the deal is going in. But the food is excellent & the service superb. Hopefully this place gets the food and service up to par because I think it's potentially a great addition to the neighborhood. Given the rents being charged, it shouldn't be a shock to anyone anymore that the trend is going to be higher end, higher priced restaurants. If you want the more diverse culinary experiences and more reasonable prices, Brooklyn (where we live now) are your best bets. That ship sailed in Tribeca a long time ago. — Jeff on First Impressions: Il Mulino

Hello, I’m interested in the mommy and me classes. My son is goinng to be 5 months next week. Is this too young? Please send me schedule and class prices. Thank you! Elena — Elena Canaras on New Kid on the Block: Paul Ruggeri Gymnastics

The prices are obscene, and then to add insult to injury, apparently the food mediocre. This is why we no longer dine out in TriBeCa (with a few notable exceptions for special occasions that break those norms). I miss the East Village for food options, many places with a wide variety of cuisines, with excellent food and fair prices....and friendly service. I would recommend: vote with your wallets (and appetites). For dining out, it should not be too much to ask; excellent food, reasonable prices, polite service (assuming the customer is reasonable and polite, that is, of course). Failing those criteria, we'll happily cook at home instead. — Marcus on First Impressions: Il Mulino

much cheaper than parking garage. hopefully easier to find a space. — perryo on The City Is Jacking Up Parking-Meter Rates Around Here

The surrounding pavement should have been finished long ago so that retail could get going. — Parke on The Dearth of Dining at the World Trade Center