There are a lot of reasons to love Tribeca, so I figured I'd occasionally point them out. / 2 comments
The latest at DS-K's place. Plus: Kirstie Alley; Park51 donation update; Gehry building finally losing the crane; Brushstroke reviewed; Smyth manager branches out.
The Tribeca Family Festival is Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This year, the organizers are bringing local businesses back up into the mix—here's what to expect from many of them. And before you go, print this PDF of the map and schedule of events. / 1 comment
Let's try something new: Do you know which Tribeca business has this license plate? (Update: We have a winner!) / 1 comment
And it's a good one. Plus: Free French food (from an airline, served out of a truck); free microchipping (of your pet); zebraspotting; cute cake.
Having stopped by each and every store in Tribeca over the past few weeks, I can say with authority—and a bit of pride—that there's something here for everyone. / 2 comments
A handful of stores that I overlooked (no reflection on them!), including La Lumia, Tent and Trails, Manhattan Books, Capital Audio Electronics, and Langdon Florist.
Just a few of the great gift options at Frankly Wines, Babesta, Gotham Bikes, Boomerang Toys, A Uno, Stella, American Apparel, Balloon Saloon, Pamper UR Pets, Sweet Lily, J. Crew Liquor Store, Maslow 6, and Grandaisy Bakery.
Internet entrepreneur and floral designer Connie Connors shows us around her Tribeca—including where she hung out with Andy Warhol, the gag gift she sent her sons at camp, and the part of the neighborhood she'd like to re-engineer.
Tania Anthony of Resale-Riches, an online consignment boutique, shows us around her Tribeca—including the discount stores she can't resist, who she goes to for jewelry repairs, and the "inconspicuous" restaurant she visits for special occasions. / 1 comment
Carla Sullivan, who just founded MiniMunchers—a website about kid-friendly restaurants—shows us around her Tribeca and Battery Park City. / 1 comment
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