Plus: Vintage Tribeca; motorbike stolen from man riding it; another great old building is doomed; Locanda Verde's pastry chef is leaving; Hermès coming to Brookfield Place.
Karen DeMasco's desserts are delicious at Locanda Verde, but can anyone make them at home using her cookbook, "The Craft of Baking"? There was only one way to find out. / 4 comments
It's been a while since I gathered together a bunch of things (mostly foods) I'm feeling. Let the good vibes roll.... / 3 comments
Michelle and Daniel Lehmann, founders of the new online marketplace reCrib, share their Tribeca favorites—from coffee-snob-worthy cafés to who makes the best Bloody Marys. / 1 comment
Plus: Downtown as media nexus; "Selling New York"; new at Bouley; vendors fighting back; Locanda Verde recipe; William Beaver House; 9/11 documentary; Artisan Lofts penthouse sold. / 1 comment
Yes, it's good progress in eradicating the counterfeit bazaar. At least the "entrepreneurs" who distribute "Rolexes" and "Gucci" rarely lay... — Marcus / The finalized rules for outdoor dining
Nice to have this addition, but the interior looks like something you would have found in the old Laguardia Airport... — amanda / New Kid in Brookfield: Sixpoint Taproom
"For Rent" sign now posted above the restaurant. I guess this smaller shop did not do the trick. — james / The Slice: A new home for Cafe Amore plus a pizza update
Honestly that sounds like the least of the transgression. Compared to sidewalk occupation for profit. I actually have’t even noticed... — R. / The finalized rules for outdoor dining
paakre@gmail.com Now if the police and fire departments would just stop parking on the sidewalk! I love being a pedestrian,... — Patricia Aakre / The finalized rules for outdoor dining
Not to mention their daily meetings with complete staff on the street. — Patricia Aakre / The finalized rules for outdoor dining
Personally I think a reset is needed. Outdoor dining shed was a pandemic measure that was part experimental and meant... — R. / The finalized rules for outdoor dining