At 1803, the New Orleans–inspired makeover of Church Publick, you might sip on a Hurricane, eat some jambalaya, and then—come October—visit the restaurant's jazz club downstairs. / 7 comments
"We're a New York–based brand, so we know how much women walk," says Alumnae co-founder Eliza Axelson-Chidsey. "Most of our shoes are flats and low heels, designed so that you can wear them from morning to night, looking good while you do all the things you need to do."
"I realized reading could serve as a foundation for learning," says Rina Collins, explaining how Book Nook Enrichment came to be. "I could make a curriculum that blends imagination, creativity, handwriting, and more."
Cryofuel aims to be a more stylish option for cryotherapy, in which the body is subjected to extreme cold: "We want to be the coolest place," says co-founder Ben Feinson. And the hottest, too, if the infrared sauna is any indication.
Broadway's coffee drought is over: Think Coffee is quite attractive, with banquettes, bentwood chairs, and high ceilings, and the brand's heart is certainly in the right place.
Two Tribecans, Erica Lerner and Sara Fusco, have opened the first Xtend fitness studio in Manhattan, where the workouts are all based on Pilates and dance and choreographed to music.
The folks behind L'Angolo, now open in the former Roc space, have changed just enough to make it their own. "I was raised in Torino, and we want that real Italian feel," says Tony Kavaja. "A little lighter, warmer, cozier." / 2 comments
The Bortolami gallery chose to make a dramatic first impression for its inaugural Tribeca show. French artist Daniel Buren has put his signature stripes all over—on the cast-iron columns on the façade, on interior columns new and old, and even on the rear skylight.
The vast majority of the store is two and three levels below ground, and it's all pretty bare-bones, as you might expect from a discount store with closeout merchandise. / 5 comments
Two former owners of Intermix have opened Ever After on Greenwich Street. Like Intermix, Ever After is a boutique with clothing and accessories from various brands, but for ages 4 to 16. / 2 comments
"While traveling to Hawaii, my wife and I fell in love with the the culture and the food—and poke in particular," says Jonathan Chong, explaining how he chose to open a restaurant devoted to the dish of chopped raw fish and seasonings over rice. / 1 comment
Widely admired animal-rescue organization Best Friends has opened its first adoption center in New York City, just above Canal. If you think animal shelters are depressing, this one will change your mind: It's bright and clean and joyful. / 5 comments
it is rather interesting to here everyone opinion since i have the 9 min video of the entire accident from... — I have proof bikers dont pay attention / Bike rider in critical condition after early morning collision
We ate there last week. Really nice to have in the neighborhood. Great food, drinks and staff. The pastas we... — WCJ / Catching Up With New Kids: Nonna Dora’s
For the record, I contacted this commenter directly and watched the video to make sure it existed. — Tribeca Citizen / Bike rider in critical condition after early morning collision
Why do people act like the food was slop? Eating in Chinatown and going to Mr chow are entirely different.... — WV Local / Mr Chow is indeed closing
WV resident here. This is such a shame. Genuinely disappointed. First in Mr Chow closing, so many great memories there.... — WV Local / Mr Chow is indeed closing
Relatedly, there is a Little Syria walking tour with Asad Dandia of New York Narratives and sponsored by ArteEast this... — malcolm / Artwork dedicated to Little Syria in Fidi
Always wondered how they managed to stay in business this long… Walk (or bike) to Chinatown for better food, lower... — Robert Ripps / Mr Chow is indeed closing