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Our favorite way for spending October in New York.
10 CALENDAR
Bruce Springsteen on Broadway, a European fine art fair, plus a special extended calendar for dates of note, both historic and whimsical.
16 INSIDER
Julie Taymor, director of the Broadway musical “The Lion King,” shares her thoughts on the show’s extraordinary success 20 years after opening.
18 IN THE ‘HOOD
All that you can do in Times Square, the “hub of America.”
20 ACROSS THE BRIDGE Hoboken, New Jersey, the birthplace of both baseball and Frank Sinatra.
22 WHY WE LOVE NYC
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54 Sights
37 Food
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59 Be Well
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October is a pretty “dope” month in NYC, as my 22-year-old would say. Sandwiched in between September’s last blast of summer and the first nasty pellets of November, this is a time for comfortable, crisp weather and the smell of pumpkin spice lattes everywhere. I like to be outdoors as much as possible in October, especially since I know that (shudder) “Winter Is Coming.” For me, this means finding an excuse to grab a cup of espresso at Fika on Washington Street, just so I can stroll through the cozy streets of TriBeCa. Conversely, I might make my way Uptown for a fi x of my favorite sculptor, Rodin, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art: Afterward, I can walk a few blocks north on Fifth Avenue, the squat stone walls of Central Park to my left, the grand luxe apartments of the avenue to my right. Simple urban moments, with just a sweater and a cup of coffee: It doesn’t get much better than that.
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Freak Out
Live your worst nightmare—or most benign fantasy—at the Village Halloween Parade, where participants in costume thrill millions of spectators.
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Take Stock
Join the curious at 9:30 am outside the Nasdaq MarketSite video tower in Times Square for the start of the trading day, then call your stockbroker.
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Sail Away
Hop aboard a Seastreak catamaran and luxuriate in the reds, golds and cinnamons of the season on a Hudson River foliage cruise. Photo ops galore.
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Be Hip
In-the-know Brooklynites congregate in The Archway under the Manhattan Bridge in DUMBO for a nosh, a beer, a chat, maybe a concert.
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Limber Up
The Rink at Rockefeller Center is open. Left your ice skates at home? Rent a pair, then perfect your ďŹ gure eights in Midtown Manhattan. How cool is that? ŠELARBOLITO / ISTOCK PHOTO
October 28-November 1
TEFAF New York Fall 2017 The Park Avenue Armory hosts The European Fine Art Fair (TEFAF) for the second time this year, offering works of art—ranging from furniture and ceramics to textiles and paintings—on display from 93 international dealers. Using a vetting committee of 194 experts in 29 different specialties to control quality, authenticity and validity of ownership, TEFAF has one of the most thorough vetting processes in the global art community. The fall fair’s focus is fine and decorative art from antiquity to 1920. Doors open at noon daily, 11 am early access for VIP cardholders. 10
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Springsteen on Broadway Bruce Springsteen makes his Broadway debut at the 975-seat Walter Kerr Theatre, which he calls “probably the smallest venue I've played in the last 40 years.” The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and New Jersey native performs 75 times during the stint, which is expected to sell out entirely.
PHOTOS: TEFAF SPRING 2017, HARRY HEUTS; BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN IN MILAN, ITALY, JULY 3, 2016, HENRY RUGGERI
October at a Glance
IN OCTOBER Oktoberfest: Munich on the East River Sept. 29-Oct. 8 Traditional German music, food and libations in a tent on the FDR Drive, courtesy of Bavarian NYC staple, Zum Schneider.
More than 25 partipating restaurants offer prix fixe, discounted menus reflecting flavors from different parts of Africa.
New York Comic Con Oct. 5-8
Costumed fans celebrate comics, sci-fi and graphic novels amidst panels, screenings and celebrity autograph sessions at the Jacob K. Javits Center.
New Yorker Festival Oct. 6-8
Writers and editors from the storied publication host one-on-one talks and panel-style discussions with prominent influencers in media, politics and more.
October 22
Free to Breathe 5K Run/Walk The fourth annual edition of this fund raiser for lung cancer research begins in Brooklyn Heights’ Cadman Plaza Park. Participants lap the walking and running lanes of the Brooklyn Bridge before returning to Cadman Plaza. Registration and check-in begin at 9:30 am, with an opening rally at 10:30 am. The Kids Dash—a five-minute head start for children—begins at 10:55 am, followed by the start of the 5K run at 11 am. A one-mile walk commences a few minutes later. Registration is free. 12
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October 19
Madison Square Garden Borough Battle Brooklyn's National Hockey League franchise—the New York Islanders—heads to Manhattan for a 7 pm showdown against its storied rival, the New York Rangers.
New York City Wine & Food Festival Oct. 12-15
More than 80 events at 35 venues in Manhattan and Brooklyn host chefs, industry personalities and culinary purveyors.
Open House New York Weekend Oct. 14-15
The citywide architecture celebration opens doors to historical, contemporary, residential and industrial sites, with talks and tours from prominent NYC designers and builders.
PHOTOS: FREE TO BREATHE NYC 2016, COURTESY FREE TO BREATHE; BOSTON BRUINS AT NEW YORK RANGERS, OCT. 26, 2016, SCOTT LEVY/MSG PHOTOS
African Restaurant Week Oct. 1-22
THEN & NOW
OCTOBER
Most New Yorkers’s fave month (just ask!) Congratulations: October is the connoisseur’s time to visit the Big Apple. The city feels neighborly and relaxed, catching its breath between September’s back-towork-and-school rush and November’s holiday madness. October’s weather is arguably the year’s finest, leading us to seek the sun by day and stroll to restaurants by night. No wonder Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra all recorded the song “Autumn in New York.” It’s here, and so are you.—Karen Tina Harrison 14
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TAKE A LOOK
Historic moments in NYC IN OCTOBER Plaza Hotel Opened Oct. 1
Fine-feathered New Yorkers flocked to the palatial Plaza Hotel when it opened in 1907. In 1956, Marilyn Monroe held a press conference there. Today, it’s still the place to sip a flute of champagne in view of the Pulitzer Fountain.
PHOTO: MARILYN MONROE AT THE PLAZA, COURTESY PLAZA HOTEL
Marilyn Monroe at The Plaza, 1956
Columbus Day Oct. 9
Tacos, Oaxaca Taqueria
PHOTOS: TACO COMBO, COURTESY OAXACA TAQUERIA; OSCAR WILDE BAR, COURTESY SIMMER GROUP; IMAGE FROM THE OPENING OF THE FIRST NYC SUBWAY LINE, COURTESY THE NEW YORK TRANSIT MUSEUM, LUNDIN COLLECTION; LINCOLN CENTER, COURTESY LINCOLN CENTER
National Taco Day Oct. 4
The local epicenter of this fashionable snack is the city’s trendiest neighborhood, Brooklyn’s Williamsburg. Here, Oaxaca Tacqueria’s two Taco Day specials invoke the season: The Oktoberfest Taco involves bratwurst and beer cheese, and the Pumpkin Spice Latte Enchilada is sprinkled with toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds). For extra adventure, take the NYC Ferry from Manhattan to Williamsburg for the mere price of a subway fare.
Neil deGrasse Tyson's Birthday Oct. 5
PBS’s guide to the universe, Manhattan-raised astrophysicist and storyteller Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson is also Frederick P. Rose Director of the Hayden Planetarium at the American Museum of Natural History. If thinking about infinity delights your mind, then listen to him describe “dark energy” in the planetarium’s Dark Universe Space Show.
The city houses around 700,000 citizens who claim Italian descent, including Mayor Bill de Blasio. Today, New York makes everyone feel Italian. If you can’t catch the Fifth Avenue parade, grab a slice. The customizable oblong pies at &pizza: That’s amore.
Paul Simon’s Birthday Oct. 13
Queens boys Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel memorialized their native borough in “The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin’ Groovy).” The 1909 bridge, connecting Queens with Manhattan, was renamed for longtime mayor Ed Koch in 2011, but groovy locals still call it the Queensboro or 59th St. (and love it for being toll-free).
National Dessert Day Oct. 14
You walked the entire High Line? Reward yourself at Chelsea Market, near the park’s southern end. It’s chockablock with bakeries: The redbrick edifice was built in the 1890s, housing the National Biscuit Company (later Nabisco), and the Oreo was born here. Look for Dessert Day flavors. (It’s also across the street from Google’s NYC headquarters.) Oscar Wilde bar
Diwali at Times Square Oct. 7
The Hindu Festival of Lights, Diwali, marks the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. So what better place to celebrate than neon-bright, family-friendly Times Square? Expect an Indian bazaar, authentic snacks, music performances and Bollywood dancing onstage and off on this day.
Oscar Wilde’s Birthday Oct. 16
Child of Dublin, superstar playwright in London, mega-celebrity in New York: Oscar Wilde is legendary for his scintillating wit and
Subway Opened Oct. 27
New York’s first underground subway roared to life in 1904, rumbling up Broadway from City Hall to W. 145th St. What hasn’t changed: It’s still called the Broadway line. What has: The fare is no longer five cents. 1904 opening of subway
scandalous end. The Oscar Wilde bar, one block from where he stayed during an extended press tour in 1882, is as over the top as he was, with the city’s longest marble bar (118 feet) and exquisite antique decor from those Wilde times.
The Big Apple Crunch Oct. 19
New York State is the USA’s second-biggest producer of apples, and this day is crunch time. We’re encouraged to eat a New Yorkgrown apple in recognition of the Empire State’s farms and foods. The Big Apple’s greenmarkets offer the best selection of the state’s two dozen varieties.
of notable persons, now as then, the Center’s fountain area hosts some of NYC’s best people-watching.
Statue of Liberty Dedicated Oct. 28
New York’s First Lady, the Statue of Liberty, raised her torch in 1886. She beckoned 12 million immigrants to Ellis Island from 1892 through 1954 and now hosts 4 million visitors every year. Her most intrepid fans climb the 354 spiral steps to her crown.
Green-Wood Cemetery Lives Oct. 29
To soak up New York's loveliest high-society neighborhood at the peak of fall foliage, join the Spirited Stroll, a lively guided walk through Green-Wood Cemetery in Greenwood Heights. Or prowl on your own free of charge and pay your respects to eternal New Yorkers like Leonard Bernstein, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Boss Tweed.
Trick or Treat! Oct. 31
The Big Apple becomes The Big Pumpkin, ushering in ghoulish goings-on: the Village Halloween Parade, the “Ghostbusters” vigil at 55 Central Park West, the Empire State Building lit up in Halloween colors. We have an ancient Celtic festival to thank for it all: In 834, on the first Hallows Eve, people lit fires and wore costumes to ward off roaming ghosts.
Lincoln Center Anniversary Oct. 21
The Vivian Beaumont Theater opened here in 1965 with “Danton’s Death,” starring James Earl Jones and Stacy Keach. And speaking
Fountain at Lincoln Center
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Union Square Greenmarket
“I stop at the market a lot, and I find that seeing what local artisans, bakers and farmers are putting out there are products where you can feel the craft behind it, that just come to life.”
ALL AGES
LION QUEEN
“The Lion King” turns 20, and Julie Taymor couldn’t be prouder JULIE TAYMOR’S production of
“The Lion King” on Broadway is as fundamental to New York City’s cultural landscape as the Empire State Building is to its skyline. But when it first opened in November 1997 at the New Amsterdam Theater, no one anticipated that 20 years later, it would have sparked such a global phenomenon. “Even now, I don’t think there’s anything quite like ‘The Lion King,’” says the Tony Award-winning theater, opera and film director. “It continues to be such an honor to travel around the world to work on its international adaptations.” With its intricate, elaborate costumes and set design, iconic score by Tim Rice and Elton John (with additional original music by Lebo M), as well as the play’s core, coming-ofage story, “The Lion King” is a transformative experience for audiences of all ages. “Children like it on one level and adults like it on another,” observes Taymor. “Each time you come, you’ll get something else out of it. That’s why it’s not boring for me to direct it for 20 years: I just don’t get tired of it.” For more great shows to see in New York City, visit wheretraveler.com
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Madison Square Park “I think this park is simply a beautiful place to reflect and just be. Having a dog made me look up and really notice the buildings, because you take your time with a dog.”
Classic Harbor Line
“They do a Morimoto sushi and sake thing, where you sail at sunset down the Hudson to the Statue of Liberty and back up again, just sipping sake and taking in how beautiful and quiet it is at that time.”
PHOTOS: JULIE TAYMOR, FRANK VERONSKY; UNION SQUARE GREENMARKET, MIKE REZNY; SHAKE SHACK AT MADISON SQUARE PARK, COURTESY MADISON SQUARE PARK CONSERVANCY; CLASSIC HARBOR LINE, DENNIS CAHLO
What inspires Julie Taymor?
Famed entrepreneur and quintessential host Giuseppe Cipriani brings his family’s renowned history of service to New York City’s Financial District with Cipriani Club 55. Located in the historic Merchants Exchange building at 55 Wall Street, the restaurant is open noon to 10PM, Monday to Friday. Already a hot spot for power lunches, Cipriani Club 55 offers breakfast from 7AM to 10AM. An open-air terrace among the buildings granite columns is the perfect spot for a cocktail or a relaxed dinner with friends, overlooking the most powerful address in the world. Cipriani Club 55 features the signature Bellini, invented at Harry’s Bar in Venice by Giuseppe Cipriani Sr., as well as the original Carpaccio alla Cipriani, Baked Tagliolini with Ham, Calf’s liver alla Veneziana, the classic Vanilla Meringue cake and many other Venetian and Italian specialties. The bi-level restaurant seats up to 120 people, with room for 60 additional guests on the spacious outdoor terrace. On the main floor beautiful “La Murrina” Murano glass chandeliers, Peter Beard artwork on cork-paneled walls and travertine marble floor complete the luxe European experience.
Monday to Friday Breakfast 7AM-10AM Lunch and Dinner Noon-10PM 55 Wall Street New York, NY 10015 212-699-4098
The upper level of the restaurant offers intimate dining with a Russian white oak wood floor and brilliant-green Dominique Kieffer-upholstered chairs. Both the terrace and upper level of the restaurant are available for private functions.
Opened in 1921, Sardi’s is a legendary fixture in the Theater District’s culinary scene with its rich Italian dishes and celebrity caricatures. Two other district stalwarts: Joe Allen serves upscale American fare, and Orso is a classy pizza and pasta-lover’s haven. Sardi’s 234 W. 44th St., 212.221.8440 Joe Allen 326 W. 46th St., 212.581.6464 Orso 322 W. 46th St., 212.489.7212
The Times Square area is as much an outdoor mall as it is Broadway’s epicenter. Skagen, the Danish accessories company, and Swatch, maker of the iconic colorful watches, share a street. The Drama Book Shop caters to the city’s theater community, and for fans of “Hamilton,” the show’s pop-up shop has every bit of Ham-branded merch you could want. Swatch 1535 Broadway, 212.764.5541 Drama Book Shop 250 W. 40th St., 212.944.0595 Skagen 1585 Broadway, 845.384.1221 “Hamilton” Shop 235 W. 46th St., no phone
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Lantern’s Keep serves expertly made concoctions, wine and beer. If you’re in the mood for jazz, both The Rum House and Birdland have live music. The former centers its menu around libations with a few bar eats; the latter offers a full dinner, complete with scrumptious desserts like cheesecake and tiramisu. Lantern’s Keep 49 W. 44th St., 212.453.4287 The Rum House 228 W. 47th St., 646.490.6924 Birdland 315 W. 44th St., 212.581.3080
See A miniature world awaits you at Gulliver’s Gate, with detailed models of familiar and fictional landmarks from NYC and around the world. Encounter: Ocean Odyssey is a deep-sea adventure through the Pacific Ocean. And, thru February 2018, Times Square Arts presents “Word on the Street,” political and poetic banners by female artists and writers. Gulliver’s Gate 216 W. 44th St., 212.235.2016
Encounter: Ocean Odyssey 226 W. 44th St., 646.308.1337
“Word on the Street” street poles and Bigbelly solar-powered trash receptacles around Times Square
Brooklyn Bridge at Gulliver‘s Gate; caricatures at Sardi’s; a room in Encounter: Ocean Odyssey; the Swatch store
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PHOTOS: BROOKLYN BRIDGE FROM GULLIVER’S GATE, COURTESY GULLIVER’S GATE; SARDI’S CARICATURES, COURTESY SARDI’S; ENCOUNTER: OCEAN ODYSSEY, COURTESY ENCOUNTER: OCEAN ODYSSEY; THE SWATCH STORE, COURTESY SWATCH
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ACROSS THE BRIDGE An easy ride from Manhattan via train, bus or ferry, Hoboken packs a world’s worth of cuisines into its streets. Feast on artisanal pizzas, fresh oysters, freshly baked treats. Choc O Pain 157 1st St., 201.710.5175 (savory and sweet snacks; European bread-baking methods, using only four items) City Bistro 56 14th St., 201.963.8200 (American dishes, hefty beer menu) Tutta Pesca 155 3rd St., 201.710.7727 (raw bar, steamers, seafood)
Cute boutiques abound, with plenty of feminine clothing and accessories, colorful home goods and novel giftables.
Washington General Store 509 Washington St., 201.683.4600 (handsome, brick-walled shop selling utilitarian home goods and gifts displayed in furniture) Revival Vintage 47 Harrison St., 201.217.9001 (rare and vintage clothing in pristine condition)
All Things Bell
1204 Washington St., 201.238.2293 (chic women and children’s clothing, accessories and jewelry) [Clockwise from bottom] All Things Bell; Frank Sinatra,
From divey sports bars to upscale lounges, Hoboken caters to your cocktail needs. Check out these distinctive watering holes.
The Brass Rail
135 Washington St., 201.659.7074 (elaborate cocktails served in an early 1900s landmarked building) Cooper’s Union 104 Hudson St., 201.222.3443 (intimate, casual neighborhood favorite with small patio and shuffleboard) Bin 14 1314 Washington St., 201.963.9463 (oenophile favorite, thanks to a rotating wine list and a knowledgeable team)
Hoboken pride runs deep: Its legacy as Frank Sinatra’s hometown and its diverse cultural roots get special attention in museum exhibitions and art galleries. Not to mention its dessert spots for some sugary fun!
Hoboken Historical Museum 1301 Hudson
St., 201.656.2240 (rotating exhibits and walking-tour maps of Frank Sinatra’s Hoboken). Bucket & Bay 153 1st St., 201.604.0120 (gelato made from scratch) Hob'art Gallery 720 Monroe St., 201.683.6252 (artist cooperative, gallery and exhibition space)
Hoboken’s native son; gelato at Bucket & Bay; whiskey cocktail with red pepper flakes at Cooper’s Union
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PHOTOS: ALL THINGS BELL, COURTESY ALL THINGS BELL; IMAGE OF FRANK SINATRA, ©TREASURES FROM PAUL’S BASEMENT/FLICKR; GELATO AT BUCKET & BAY, COURTESY BUCKET & BAY; COCKTAIL FROM COOPER’S UNION, COURTESY COOPER’S UNION
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Why We Love NYC
The editors of Where New York reveal what they like best about the Big Apple. By Lois Anzelowitz Levine, Francis Lewis, Daniel Fridman
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LOIS ANZELOWITZ LEVINE I have distinct memories of moving into Manhattan directly after college. Happily surrounded by a dozen or so friends, the Great Lawn of Central Park was the grand meeting place on summer and early autumn days. Blankets, beers, baseballs, a Frisbee or two and Dennis Hurley’s black Lab, Nomad, would occupy many of those idyllic weekends. Most of those friends have scattered—to New Jersey, Scarsdale and even Oregon. I have remained working in NYC, commuting from a town near Princeton, New Jersey. I still love visiting Central Park, but now I also seek out cool coffee bars, indulge in a New York steak now and then, and eat sushi as often as possible. Recently, I was turned on to the unusual coffees at Round K Cafe. This East Village spot offers drinks like wasabi lattes, matte black lattes and
Vietnamese egg cappuccino, all very strong and exotically tasty. When I get a hankering for red meat, there are two places I turn to most often: Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House and the legendary Peter Luger Steak House. Luger’s porterhouse is simply the best I have ever tasted, sliced at the bone, well-salted and juicy. At Del Frisco’s, I get a wide range of steak choices, from filet mignon to New York strip, all exceptional: The waitperson will not leave the table until I have cut into my beef to make sure it is cooked to my liking. I also never bypass the lobster mac ’n’ cheese or the humongous, six-layer lemon buttercream cake for dessert, even if I can only fit in a few bites. Finally, sushi. I have had many exceptional Japanese experiences here (the tuna with avocado and ponzu at the gorgeous Blue Fin; Hatsuhana’s salmon lover’s lunch
PHOTO: CENTRAL PARK, ©ISTOCK
Central Park in autumn
PHOTOS: SOLOMON R. GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM, DAVID HEALD, ©THE SOLOMON R. GUGGENHEIM FOUNDATION, NEW YORK; SLOWLY SHIRLEY, COURTESY SLOWLY SHIRLEY; ROUND K LATTE, HANSOL KIM
Three editors, all with different passions. One raves about coffee and sushi; another adores sporting events and cocktails; a third—well, he simply loves buildings. special), so when my friend and I decided to try Sushi of Gari, I did not expect to be exclaiming as if I had never experienced sushi before. The most basic pieces—yellowtail, red snapper, salmon—were so tender, so satiny and so fresh, it was as if they had just been pulled from the ocean. But that’s what I love about New York: It never stops surprising me.
FRANCIS LEWIS I like New York’s buildings. For this native son, a structure that pierces the sky, as Midtown’s Chrysler Building does, is as near to heaven as I can ever hope to get. Other buildings, like Greenwich Village’s charming 19th-century row houses, hug the ground and bring me down to earth. I like buildings that move me emotionally (National September 11 Memorial and Museum), buildings that hurry me along (the Guggenheim Museum’s spiral ramp is my kind of thrill ride) and buildings that stop me in my tracks (Whitney Museum of American Art). I like homey mansions (The Frick Collection) and luxury apartment buildings that I dream about calling home: architectural marvels that zig and zag (56 Leonard St.) and slip and slide (520 W. 28th St.). I like towers with great views (One World Observatory) and theaters with long queues (Richard Rodgers Theatre, where “Hamilton” plays). I like buildings that resonate with sound (Carnegie Hall) and others that are as silent as the grave (General Grant National Memorial, final resting place of the 18th U.S. president). I like that history was made at Fraunces Tavern in the 18th century; I like even more that Fraunces Tavern Museum doesn’t rewrite that history today. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York pleases me because it shows me the money—half a million gold bars—but doesn’t charge a penny to see it.
Finally, I like buildings that escape the wrecker’s ball and live to see another day. The parachute harness factory that is now the Fisher Landau Center for Art proves that when it comes to repurposing real estate, no one does it better than NYC.
DANIEL FRIDMAN I don’t drive. Growing up in Rego Park, Queens, taking the R subway to high school and to work at the NHL Store, I never felt the need. Everything I wanted was and still is a MetroCard swipe away. That same subway still takes me to my favorite music venues today. After seeing a rock show at Times Square’s PlayStation Theater or Hell’s Kitchen’s Terminal 5, I like to go to The Iridium and peruse the wine list to the melodies of jazz and rock greats. For a smaller venue experience, I hop on the F train to the Lower East Side and an acoustically excellent Bowery Ballroom. Right next door, my favorite bar—One Mile House—pours craft beer and plays grunge rock. Sammy’s Roumanian Steakhouse is about 100 feet away: a legendary subterranean dining room covered with photographs of four decades of diners, my family among them. Neighboring Home Sweet Home is my secret spot for a nightcap with retro dance tunes and a disco ball. Then there’s the West Village, a cocktail fan’s utopia. At Slowly Shirley, I go with the Irish-whiskey-based “Plum Tuckered.” Candles, red leather couches and soft jazz embellish this underground lounge and create my perfect weeknight escape. This city’s accessibility lets me engage all my passions. I love spectator sports. To watch my New York Red Bulls and New York Islanders, I travel by PATH train to Harrison, New Jersey, to Red Bull Arena, or by subway to Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. The ability to go anywhere at any time is a convenience I’ve never taken for granted. It might just keep me here forever.
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(From top) The exterior of the Guggenheim Museum; a busy bar at Slowly Shirley; rosetta “latte art” from Round K Cafe.
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Coach House 这个国际品牌旗舰店 坐落在 Fifth Avenue， 共有三层，具有 Coach House Workshop 和定 制 Rogue 包款，可提供 超过 1,000,000 种可能 的组合。685 Fifth Ave., 212.758.2450, coach.com
Wempe 这座城市最著名的豪华 珠宝供应商如今坐落在 Fifth Avenue 上一栋经翻 新的建筑，占据约一半的 街区，具有足够的空间容 纳 Rolex 和 Patek Philippe 展厅。700 Fifth Ave.,
Chanel New York 当 Coco Chanel 在 1910 年 在巴黎开设她那小小的帽 子店时，她曾否想过她的 设计会变成什么样子呢？ 如今，该品牌的运动服 饰和晚装、腕表、珠宝、 手提包、化妆品以及其他 产品都令全世界的人们垂 涎不已。
Mulberry
5 E. 57th St., 212.355.5050, chanel.com
Rag & Bone
212.397.9000, wempe.com
Mulberry 这个英国品牌以精美手袋 著称，最初是一家皮箱公 司，如今已成为顶级女士 服饰、鞋子及男士皮件配 饰品牌。134 Spring St.,
Akris
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Rag & Bone 现代时尚的服饰以及 如其网站所宣扬的 “即时可穿的服装”使 Rag & Bone 成为当今的 时尚达人。11 E. 68th St.,
Leibish & Co
646.517.7586, ragbone.com
Tourneau TimeMachine
Akris 这个时尚的瑞士品牌位 于一栋有 200 年历史的 建筑，可提供众多采用 豪华面料的高档经典女士 服饰。835 Madison Ave.,
如果要得到终身珍藏 的腕表，那么您最有 可能是在 Tourneau 购买。这个腕表商场 提供来自近 100 个品 牌的 8,000 款腕表， 包括 Rolex、Patek Philippe、Vacheron Constantin 及其他品 牌。
212.717.1170, akris.ch
Leibish & Co. 如果您无法抵挡钻石的魅 力，那么您一定会爱上这 间门店。该公司以其丰富 多样的自然色钻石和钻石 首饰闻名于国际。 580 Fifth Ave., 212.921.9700, leibish.com 24
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ART & CULTURE
文化版 Museum of Arts and Design 这栋建筑位于哥伦 布圆环上，占地 54，000 平方英尺，除了展示全世 界艺术家的设计和工艺精 品之外，博物馆内还拥有 开放式工作室，参观者 可以在此观察艺术家的 创作过程。2 Columbus Circle, 212.299.7777, madmuseum.org The Metropolitan Museum of Art 这座博 物馆收藏广博，范围宽 泛，是世界第四大博物 馆，真正的埃及神殿、 雕塑花园（包括 Rodin 最具代表性的作品）和 Vincent van Gogh、Salvador Dali、Claude Monet 及 Frida Kahlo 的画作只是 其中的冰山一角。1000 Fifth Ave., 212.535.7710, metmuseum.org Whitney Museum of American Art 这座博物馆 位于米特帕金区，是一座 致力于展示美国艺术的卓 越藏品库，自 2015 年搬到 由 Renzo Piano 设计的新 场地以来，无价的艺术作 品及其结构本身都成了这 里备受推崇的主要原因， 其中包括艺术家 Richard Artschwager 设计的四 个电梯，同时还拥有一个 剧院、阅读室、露台以及 更多。99 Gansevoort St., 212.570.3600, whitney.org
“Infinity of Nations” （无限国家）
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惠特尼博物馆，西侧公路角 度视图
现代艺术博物馆收藏的 Vincent van Gogh 的永恒之作《星夜》
American Museum of Natural History 这里的恐 龙化石收藏（包括长 122 英尺的雷龙骨架）、哺乳 动物厅和两栖动物厅举世 闻名，还有 Milstein Hall of Ocean Life（包括94 英 尺长的蓝鲸模型，高度直 抵天花板）以及 Theodore
大都会艺术博物馆收藏 的丹铎神庙
Roosevelt Memorial Hall （包括 Roosevelt 的青 铜雕塑）。Central Park West, at W. 79th St., 212.769.5100, amnh.org
Museum of Modern Art 对现代和当代艺术作品而 言，没有比被当地人称 为“MoMA”的博物馆更好 的展示之所了。自博物馆 于 1929 年成立以来（股市 崩溃不久之后），从 Pablo Picasso 到 Andy Warhol，
从 Willem de Kooning 到 Roy Lichtenstein，他们的
作品一直在挑战着人们对 艺术的定义方式。 另外值 得注意的是博物馆内世界 一流的设计店，就位于街 道正对面。11 W. 53rd St., 212.708.9400, moma.org
Guggenheim Museum Frank Lloyd Wright 设 计的螺旋式地标性建 筑，现代和当代艺术作 品尽在其中，同时还 举办临时展览。1071 Fifth Ave.,212.423.3500, guggenheim.org
National Museum of the American Indian 这座史密森尼博物馆位于乔治•古斯塔夫•海 伊中心，是历史悠久的亚历山大•汉密尔顿 美国海关大楼的一部分。在这栋精巧的建 筑中，您将发现全球最杰出的美洲原住民艺 术作品之一，以及各种巡回性和长期性展览 （例如“Infinity of Nations”（无限国家））， 还有包括音乐和舞蹈表演及电影和研讨会在 内的公共节目，无一不在探索美洲原住民的 丰富多元。 1 Bowling Green, 212.514.3700, nmai.si.edu
图片：惠特尼博物馆，ED LEDERMAN；丹铎神庙，埃及 1965 年赠予美国，1967 年授予大都会艺术博物馆，并于 1978 年安放在塞克勒之翼大厅；VINCENT VAN GOGH，《星夜》，1889 年，通过 LILLIE P. BLISS 的 遗赠获得；博物馆的长期性展览“INFINITY OF NATIONS”（无限国家）。（PETER VANDERWARKER 供图）
从精致高雅的设计博物馆到传统前卫的艺术剧院，这座城市汇聚了全世界最伟大的文化圣殿。
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Leonard Bernstein at 100 Composer, conductor, humanitarian, educator and social activist, Leonard Bernstein (1918–1990) touched the lives of millions around the globe, perhaps nowhere more than here in New York. On Broadway, Bernstein was a superstar, the music man who expressed his love for his adopted city in such shows as “On the Town,” “Wonderful Town” and “West Side Story.” In classical music, he led the New York Philharmonic to international prominence. The two-year centennial celebration of his birth kicks off this month with a gala opening-night concert devoted to him at Carnegie Hall (p. 35) and a festival presented by the Philharmonic (p. 36).
(Previews begin Oct. 7, opens Nov. 9) An Egyptian police band is in Israel to give a concert, when, through a mix-up at the border, the musicians are sent to an isolated village in the desert. Locals take pity on them, and connections are made in the new musical. Ethel Barrymore Theatre, 243 W. 47th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200. JUNK
(Previews begin Oct. 5, opens Nov. 2) Money makes the world go ’round in Ayad Akhtar’s play about a charismatic investment banker and his hostile take over of an iconic American manufacturing company. Vivian Beaumont Theater at Lincoln Center, 150 W. 65th St., btw Broadway & Amsterdam Ave., 212.239.6200. LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS
(Previews begin Oct. 19, opens Nov. 15, closes Feb. 4)
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(1 hr 35 mins, no intermission) Writer/actor John Leguizamo embarks on a journey through 3,000 years of Latino history in the Americas, from the Mayans to the Revolutionary War to Ricky Ricardo. Studio 54, 254 W. 54th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200. M. BUTTERFLY
(Previews begin Oct. 6, opens Oct. 26, closes Feb. 25) (2 hrs) The 20-year love affair between a married French diplomat and a Chinese opera singer is full of intrigue, espionage, betrayal and scandal in the first Broadway revival of David Henry Hwang’s gender-bending 1988 Tony Award-winning play. Clive Owen stars. Cort Theatre, 138 W. 48th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.239.6200. SPRINGSTEEN ON BROADWAY
(Previews begin Oct. 3, opens Oct. 12, closes Feb. 3) (2 hrs, no intermission) “The Boss”
makes his Broadway debut in a solo acoustic show. Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave. TIME AND THE CONWAYS
(In previews, opens Oct. 10) J.B. Priestley’s play charts 20 years in the life of a British family, from the euphoria and optimism of 1919 to the harsh realities and changing fortunes of 1938. Elizabeth McGovern (“Downton Abbey”) heads the cast. American Airlines Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 212.719.1300.
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(2 hrs 20 mins) Disney Theatrical Productions’ musical comedy is an exotic magic carpet ride, filled with romance, special effects and the Academy Award-winning songs from the 1992 animated feature. New Amsterdam Theatre, 214 W. 42nd St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 866.870.2717.
ANASTASIA
(2 hrs 25 mins) In the familyfriendly musical, a mysterious young Russian woman with amnesia travels to 1920s Paris in search of her family and identity. Is she Grand Duchess Anastasia, the sole surviving daughter of the slain czar? Broadhurst Theatre, 235 W. 44th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200. BEAUTIFUL–THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
(2 hrs 20 mins) The show chronicles the rise of the singer/songwriter, from her early days as Carole Klein, an aspiring composer from Brooklyn, to her international success as Carole King, a top-of-thecharts sensation. Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 124 W. 43rd St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.239.6200. THE BOOK OF MORMON
(2 hrs 30 mins) Two Mormon boys are on a mission to save souls in Africa in the irreverent, Tony Award-winning mu-
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(2 hrs 10 mins) Chazz Palminteri has written the book, the original doo-wop score is by Alan Menken and Glenn Slater, and Robert De Niro co-directs with Jerry Zaks. Longacre Theatre, 220 W. 48th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200. CATS
(Closes Dec. 30) (2 hrs 15 mins) Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical juggernaut, taken from T.S. Eliot’s “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats,” has returned to Broadway to delight new audiences. Neil Simon Theatre, 250 W. 52nd St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 877.250.2929. CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
(2 hrs 30 mins) Roald Dahl’s classic children’s book has been adapted into a family-friendly musical. LuntFontanne Theatre, 205 W. 46th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 877.250.2929. CHICAGO
(2 hrs 30 mins) Two alluring jailbirds attain stardom while singing about sex and corruption. Ambassador Theatre, 219 W. 49th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200. COME FROM AWAY
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(1 hr 40 mins, no intermission) On Sept. 11, 2001, 38 commercial airplanes were diverted to Gander, Newfoundland. How the passengers and the town adjusted to a changed world on Sept. 12 is at the heart of this upbeat musical. Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, 236 W. 45th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200.
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(2 hrs 30 mins) In the critically acclaimed musical, Evan, a
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Shows socially awkward high-school senior goes from outsider to cool guy when he fabricates emails between himself and a classmate who committed suicide. Winner of the 2017 Tony Award for Best Musical. Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200. HAMILTON
(2 hrs 45 mins) America’s past is told through the hip-hop sounds of today in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Pulitzer Prize-winning musical about political mastermind Alexander Hamilton. Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 877.250.2929. HELLO, DOLLY!
(2 hrs 35 mins) The revival of the 1964 musical comedy stars Tony Award winner Bette Midler as lovable matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi. Donna Murphy subs for Midler at Tuesday evening performances. Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200. KINKY BOOTS
(2 hrs 20 mins) Shoes make the man, and the drag queen, in the Tony Award-winning musical about acceptance, forgiveness and high heels. Music and lyrics are by pop icon Cyndi Lauper. Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 877.250.2929. THE LION KING
(2 hrs 30 mins) Theatergoers of all ages sing along at the runaway hit stage version of Disney’s beloved animated movie. The show celebrates 20 years on Broadway in November. Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 866.870.2717. MISS SAIGON
(Closes Jan. 14) (2 hrs 40 mins) During the last days of the Vietnam War, a Saigon bar girl falls in love with an American GI in the new production of
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(Closes Oct. 8) (1 hr 41 mins, no intermission) Big Brother is watching you: George Orwell’s novel about a dystopian future and a totalitarian regime arrives on Broadway from the United Kingdom. Hudson Theatre, 139-141 W. 44th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.239.6200.
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(2 hrs 30 mins) Broadway’s longest-running musical, featuring a score by Andrew Lloyd Webber, tells the tragic story of a disfigured composer who falls in love with a young soprano, whisking her away to his mysterious chambers beneath the Paris Opera House. Majestic Theatre, 247 W. 44th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200. THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG
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(2 hrs 30 mins) It’s only rock ‘n’ roll, but the kids at a prestigious prep school love it when their wannabe rock star substitute teacher turns them into a rock band in the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical. Winter Garden Theatre,
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(Closes Oct. 22) (2 hrs, no intermission) Political provocateur Michael Moore makes his theatrical debut in a oneman show. Belasco Theatre, 111 W. 44th St., btw Sixth Ave. & Broadway, 212.239.6200. WAITRESS
(2 hrs 30 mins) A waitress, with an exceptional talent for baking, dreams of opening her own pie shop, but a loveless marriage and unexpected pregnancy threaten to hold her back. Sara Bareilles has written the score for the musical. Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 877.250.2929. WAR PAINT
(2 hrs 30 mins) Beauty queens Helena Rubinstein (Patti LuPone) and Elizabeth Arden (Christine Ebersole), who defined beauty and the cosmetics industry in the 20th century, bare their claws— and souls—in the musical. Nederlander Theatre, 208 W. 41st St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 877.250.2929. WICKED
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(Closes Oct. 22) Director John Doyle gives Shakespeare’s pastoral romance a Jazz Age spin, with original music by Stephen Schwartz. Oscar winner Ellen Burstyn is in the cast. Classic Stage Company, 136 E. 13th St., btw Third & Fourth aves., 866.811.4111.
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(2 hrs 45 mins) Based on the book by Gregory Maguire, this hit musical—a prequel to “The Wizard of Oz”—imagines Oz as a land of strife, where a young, green-hued girl named Elphaba is branded the Wicked Witch of the West. Gershwin Theatre, 222 W. 51st St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 877.250.2929.
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(2 hrs 15 mins) People and puppets live together on a fictitious New York City block in the uproarious Tony Awardwinning musical for adults. New World Stages, Stage 3, 340 W. 50th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.239.6200. Trim:4.1875”
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(Closes Jan. 6) (1 hr 30 mins, no intermission) Anthony Burgess’ 1962 novel and the Stanley Kubrick film about a dystopian future—in which rebellious young thugs, called Droogs, run rampant—have been adapted for the stage. New World Stages, Stage 4, 340 W. 50th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.239.6200.
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(Oct. 13-Dec. 31) (2 hrs 10 mins) Ross, Rachel, Chandler, Monica, Joey, Phoebe and Gunther: The gang’s all here in the unauthorized musical parody of the hit TV sitcom about twentysomethings living and loving in 1990s NYC. St. Luke’s Theatre, 308 W. 46th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.239.6200. Page # 1 GAME OF THRONES: Inks THE Approvals ROCK MUSICAL—AN
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(Previews begin Oct. 6, opens Oct. 30) When it comes to putting on a lavish musical revue, costume designer Howard dreams big in the revival of the 1996 show. Ninetime Emmy Award winner Bob Mackie has designed the over-the-top costumes. Stage 42, 422 W. 42nd St., btw Ninth & 10th aves., 212.239.6200.
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(In previews, opens Oct. 24, closes Dec. 24) During the semifinals of the US Open, two tennis rivals face off against each other in the New York premiere of Anna Ziegler’s play. Laura Pels Theatre, Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre, 111 W. 46th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.719.1300. MARY JANE
(Closes Oct. 15) An indomitable single mother rides a roller coaster of emotions when caring for her chronically sick child. Carrie Coons (“Fargo”) stars. New York Theatre Workshop, 79 E. 4th St., btw Second Ave. & Bowery, 212.780.9037.
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(2 hrs 30 mins) Wise guys, goodfellas, Mafia princesses and audiences mix and mingle when they gather to meet the new Don in the interactive comedy murder mystery. The evening’s festivities include a three-course sit-down dinner and dancing. Arno Dinner Theater, 141 W. 38th St., btw Broadway & Seventh Ave., 800.687.3374.
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(In previews, opens Oct. 24) Jason Alexander (“Seinfeld”) stars as a two-bit lawyer called in to settle the estate of a much-widowed Greek client in John Patrick Shanley’s comedy. Manhattan Theatre Club at New York City Center-Stage 1, 131 W. 55th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.581.1212.
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(2 hrs 45 mins) The Tooting Arts Club revival of the Stephen Sondheim musical creates a working pie-shop environment in which bloodthirsty barber Sweeney Todd can wreak vengeance and Mrs. Lovett, his partner in crime, can bake “the worst pies in London.” Barrow Street Theatre, 27 Barrow St., at Seventh Ave. So., 866.811.4111. TORCH SONG
(In previews, opens Oct. 19, closes Nov. 19) A gay man in 1979 New York wants love and a family. But are the obstacles to achieving these traditional goals insurmountable for the drag-queen son of a domineering Jewish mother? Michael Urie and Mercedes Ruehl star in Harvey Fierstein’s play. Tony Kiser Theatre at Second Stage, 305 W. 43rd St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.245.4422.
DANCE+MUSIC
AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE
(Oct. 18-29) The revered company’s fall season offers mixed repertory programs, including world premieres choreographed by Alexei Ratmansky, Benjamin Millepied and Jessica Lang, as well as works by Christopher Wheeldon, Jerome Robbins, Frederick Ashton and Liam Scarlett. David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave., at W. 63rd St., 212.496.0600.
4: Opening-night gala with the Philadelphia Orchestra, conducted by Yannick NézetSéguin, featuring music by Leonard Bernstein. Oct. 12: Orchestra of St. Luke’s. Oct. 13: Sphinx Virtuosi. Oct. 14: Carnegie Hall Family Concert: “Peter and the Wolf” and Other Stories, with the Orchestra of St. Luke’s and actor John Lithgow. Oct. 2021: Orchestra dell’Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia. Oct. 23: Renée Fleming, soprano, and Inon Barnatan, piano. Oct. 27: The New York Pops. Oct. 28: Danil Trifonov, piano. Oct. 30: China NCPA Orchestra, with Lang Lang, piano. Seventh Ave., at W. 57th St., 212.247.7800. JOYCE THEATER
The respected venue welcomes renowned modern-dance companies from the United States and abroad. Thru Oct. 8: Twyla Tharp Dance. Oct. 11-15: Ballet West. Oct. 18-22: Tero Saarinen Company: “Morphed.” Oct. 25-29: Compagnie Maguy Marin: “BiT.” Oct. 31-Nov. 4: Dresden Semperoper Ballett. 175 Eighth Ave., at W. 19th St., 212.242.0800. METROPOLITAN OPERA
The world-famous opera company’s 2017–2018 season mounts new productions as well as repertory favorites. Oct. 2, 6, 9, 14 (evening), 19, 23, 27: “La Bohème.” Oct. 3, 7 (matinee), 11, 16, 20: “Norma.” Oct. 4, 7 (evening), 13, 18, 21 (matinee), 24, 28 (matinee): “Les Contes d’Hoffmann.” Oct. 5, 10, 14 (matinee): “Die Zauberflöte.” Oct. 12, 17, 21 (evening), 25, 28 (evening), 31: “Turandot.” Oct. 26, 30: “The Exterminating Angel.” Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave., btw W. 63rd & W. 64th sts., 212.362.6000.
CARNEGIE HALL
NEW YORK CABARET CONVENTION
Carnegie Hall’s 2017–2018 season is the venerable concert hall’s 127th. Highlights: Oct.
(Oct. 16-19) The 28th annual celebration of the Great American Songbook and
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Shows cabaret as an art form consists of four star-studded concerts, each beginning at 6 pm. Rose Theater, Time Warner Center, Broadway & W. 60th St., 212.980.3026. NEW YORK CITY BALLET
(Thru Oct. 15) One of the world’s most distinguished ballet companies performs classic, contemporary and new works in repertory during its fall 2017 season. David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave., at W. 63rd St., 212.496.0600. NEW YORK CITY CENTER
A former Shriners Temple, this performing arts venue hosts music, dance and theater events. Highlights: Oct. 2-14: 2017 Fall for Dance Festival. Oct. 26-Nov. 5: “The Red Shoes,” directed and choreographed by Matthew Bourne. 131 W. 55th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.581.1212. NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC
New York’s preeminent orchestra welcomes Jaap van Zweden, its Music Director Designate, and honors Leonard Bernstein, its former Music Director and Laureate Conductor, on the occasion of the centennial of his birth. Oct. 4-5: “Star Wars: Return of the Jedi,” John Williams’ score performed live to the complete film. Oct. 6-7: “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” John Williams’ score performed live to the complete film. Oct. 12-14, 17: Paavo Järvi conducts Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 4, Sibelius’ Symphony No. 5 and the New York premiere of Esa-Pekka Salonen’s “Gambit.” Oct. 1921: Pianist András Schiff conducts and performs J.S. Bach’s Piano Concerto in A major, BWV 1055, and Schumann’s Piano Concerto. Oct. 25-28, 31: “Leonard Bernstein’s Philharmonic: A Centennial Festival.” Alan Gilbert conducts the United States premiere of Joey Roukens’ “Boundless (Homage to L.B.),” Bernstein’s Serenade (after
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Plato’s “Symposium”) and Symphony No. 1, “Jeremiah,” with guest artists Joshua Bell, violin, and Kelley O’Connor, mezzo-soprano. David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave., at W. 64th St., 212.875.5656. NEXT WAVE FESTIVAL
(Thru Dec. 16) The annual cutting-edge fest boasts international opera, theater, dance and music engagements at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Opera highlight: Oct. 3, 5 & 7 at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House: “Crossing” by Matthew Aucoin. Dance highlights: Oct. 3-7 at BAM Harvey Theater: “A Letter to My Nephew,” Bill T. Jones/ Arnie Zane Company. Oct. 4-7 at BAM Fisher: “Mon élue noire (My Black Chosen One): Sacre #2,” Ballet du Nord. Oct. 11-14 at BAM Fisher: “Saudade,” Joshua Beamish/ Move: The Company. Oct. 18-21 at BAM Harvey Theater: “/peh-LO-tah/” by Marc Bemuthi Joseph/The Living Word Project. Oct. 25-28 at BAM Harvey Theater: “boulders and bones,” ODC/Dance. Oct. 25-28 at BAM Fisher: “Virago-Man Dem” by Cynthia Oliver. BAM Howard Gilman Opera House, 30 Lafayette Ave., btw St. Felix St. & Ashland Pl., Brooklyn; BAM Harvey Theater, 651 Fulton St., btw Ashland & Rockwell pls., Brooklyn; BAM Fisher, 321 Ashland Pl., btw Hanson Pl. & Lafayette Ave., Brooklyn. Phone for all events, 718.636.4100.
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Food Left Bank Oysters brought fresh from Widow’s Hole Oyster Farm in Greenport, Long Island, are served on the half shell, while tomatoes sourced from Upstate New York’s Blooming Hill Farm enhance an entrée of roast Spanish mackerel with quick sautéed tomatoes, red onion, mint and caperberries. European influences roam free on the brunch menu, which features “Babushka’s cheese omelet,” potato latkes and green vegetable stew (pictured). 117 Perry St., btw Greenwich & Hudson sts., 212.727.1170.
CHELSEA+ MEATPACKING
AROQA
Contemporary Indian. A menu
featuring chef’s table specialties (kataifi mushrooms: wild mushrooms, saffron croquettes, goat cheese relish) also offers inventive share plates in a dimly lit, swanky dining room. L & D (daily). $$$ 206 Ninth Ave., btw W. 22nd & W. 23rd sts., 646.678.5471. BAGATELLE
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French. Diners enjoy melodies curated by an in-house DJ while tasting pan-seared foie gras sliders and truffle-roasted chicken; the party is known to liven during weekend brunch. L (M-F), D (nightly), Brunch (Sa & Su). $$$$ 1 Little West 12th St., btw Hudson St. & Ninth Ave., 212.488.2110. MORIMOTO
Contemporary Japanese. Iron
Chef Masaharu Morimoto serves gourmet sushi rolls, tempura, sashimi and other elaborate taste sensations in a casual chic setting. L (M-F), D (nightly). $$$ 88 10th Ave., btw W. 15th & W. 16th sts., 212.989.8883. THE STANDARD GRILL
French. This bustling and celebrity-attracting bistro, located under The High Line, offers Moroccan chicken over Israeli couscous and organic salmon
with apple-beet chutney. B, L & D (daily), Brunch (Sa & Su). $$ 848 Washington St., at W. 13th St., 212.645.4100.
EAST VILLAGE+ LOWER EAST SIDE
MIGHTY QUINN’S
Southern Barbecue. This casual American eatery serves up smoked sausage, spareribs, brisket, pulled pork and wings that can be paired with baked beans and buttermilk broccoli salad with bacon. L & D (daily). $$ 103 Second Ave., at E. 6th St., 212.677.3733. MISSION CHINESE
Contemporary Chinese.
Specialty dishes, such as shellfish in black bean sauce thickened with pig’s blood, make the typically long line worth the wait at Chef Danny Bowien’s buzzing spot. D (nightly). $$$ 171 E. Broadway, btw Rutgers & Jefferson sts., 212.432.0300. PANNA II GARDEN
Indian. Christmas lights,
international flags and pink toy swans hang throughout this snug BYOB resto, which is known for its eccentric ambience. L & D (daily). $ 93 First Ave., btw E. 5th & E. 6th sts., 212.598.4610. THE TEN BELLS
Global Tapas. This wine and
tapas bar offers $1 oysters and
$15 wine carafes every day until 7 pm, and has a 23-page wine list with 20-plus bythe-glass options. A lengthy tapas list features bresaola carpaccio and foie gras terrine. D (nightly), L (Sa & Su). $$ 247 Broome St., btw Ludlow & Orchard sts., 212.228.4450.
FINANCIAL DISTRICT+ LOWER MANHATTAN
CIPRIANI WALL STREET
Contemporary Italian. Inside
a building with monolithic Greek columns, guests sip on signature bellinis while dining on Italian classics such as spinach sage ravioli and veal milanese. B, L & D (M-F). $$$ 55 Wall St., btw William & Hanover sts., 212.699.4099; and three other NYC locations. DELMONICO’S
Steak House. Established in
1837, this historic steak house serves old-world signature dishes, including boneless rib eye and creamy lobster with cayenne and butter. L (M-F), D (M-Sa). $$$ 56 Beaver St., at S. William St., 212.509.1144. GEORGE’S
Contemporary American.
Hearty, home-style steaks and sandwiches at a circa-1950 institution serving a menu featuring Greek, Italian and Mexican specialty dishes, as well as an all-day breakfast section with more than 100
egg dishes. B, L & D (daily). $$ 89 Greenwich St., at Rector St., 212.269.8026. HUDSON EATS
Various. This foodie complex
has waterfront views and features vendors such as Blue Ribbon Sushi, Umami Burger, Dos Toros and Tartinery. B, L & D (daily). $-$$$ Brookfield Place, 200 Vessey St., at West St., 212.978.1698. TEMPLE COURT
American. Elegant American
fare—black bass with summer vegetable ragout, heirloom grains, yellow tomatoes, basil—served in a space with suede couches and tables individually lit by small lamps. B & D (daily), L (M-F). $$$$ Temple Court Building and Annex, 5 Beekman St., btw Nassau St. & Theater Alley, 212.658.1848.
FLATIRON+GRAMERCY
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Korean Steak House. Prime and specialty cuts are served as part of a daily rotating “butcher’s feast,” alongside seasonal banchan and housemade stews, at this sleek Korean chophouse. D (M-Sa). $$ 16 W. 22nd St., btw Broadway & Fifth ave, 212.401.7986. ELEVEN MADISON PARK
American. Seasonal, refined
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are enhanced by a lengthy international wine list at this Gramercy Park gem, which was named the greatest resto in the world by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Organization in 2017. L (F-Su), D (nightly). $$$$ 11 Madison Ave., btw E. 23rd & E. 24th sts., 212.889.0905.
olive-oil-poached halibut with squash ribbons, chanterelles and sungold tomatoes. L & D (daily). $$$ 101 E. 19th St., at Park Ave. So., 212.243.4020.
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dining room, where guests sit in a space designed to emulate a countryside cottage and sample elegant dishes, from cauliflower au gratin to steamed eggs with caviar over toast. B, L & D (daily). $$$ 42 Grove St., btw Bedford & Bleecker sts., 212.255.3590.
Israeli. A brasserie-style
Middle Eastern menu offers such specialties as Damascus Qatayef (crispy Syrian pancake filled with spiced lamb and herb yogurt chaser) and octopus served with spice glaze, cardamom yogurt, harissa and Moroccan carrot salad. D (nightly). $$$ 34 E. 20th St., btw Park Ave. So. & Broadway, 212.505.3420. UNION SQUARE CAFE
American. Danny Meyer’s hot spot is known for such classics as tagliarini with summer squash and mushrooms and
GREENWICH VILLAGE+ WEST VILLAGE
BUVETTE
French. French accents fill the
COTENNA
Italian. This cozy hideaway
stays bustling late and offers hearty pasta dishes alongside daily rotating specials. Housemade specialty cocktails are made by a waitstaff that also runs the floor at this tiny, romantic spot. Pro tip:
Wait for the window. L & D (daily). $$ 21 Bedford St., btw Downing & W. Houston sts., 646.861.0175. JOHN’S OF BLEECKER STREET
Pizza. This no-frills, no-slices Greenwich Village institution has been serving brick-oven pizza to New Yorkers since 1929. High ceilings, wooden booths and typically outthe-door lines round out the walk-in-only experience. L & D (daily). $$ 278 Bleecker St., at Jones St., 212.243.1680. KIIN THAI
Thai. An expansive menu is
highlighted by an appetizer of Thai pandan wings, served with honey-chili sauce. A small bar tucked away complements this fast-casual restaurant, which also offers a hefty cocktail list. L & D (daily). $$ 36 E. 8th St., btw Greene St. & University Pl., 212.529.2363.
SEVILLA RESTAURANT
Spanish. Open 365 days a
year, this local favorite has been family-run since 1941. The cozy spot is known for its genteel service, large tapas menu, seafood paella and guava with cream cheese dessert. L & D (daily). $$ 62 Charles St., at W. 4th St., 212.929.3189. TAKASHI
Korean/Japanese. Seven
tables and a chef’s counter seat 34 meat lovers, who savor premium cuts of sustainably raised Japanese and American Angus beef, cooked tableside. D (nightly). $$$ 456 Hudson St., btw Morton & Barrow sts., 212.414.2929.
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Cuban. Brick walls, colorful paintings and live music set the scene for traditional Cuban dishes, such as ropa
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vieja: shredded skirt steak braised in garlic sauce and served in a plantain chip bowl. L (M-Sa), D (nightly), Brunch (Su). $$ 2018 Third Ave., at E. 111th St., 212.996.1220. STREETBIRD ROTISSERIE
Soul Food. Celebrity chef
Marcus Samuelsson cooks up soul food (red velvet waffles with chicken and bourbon maple syrup) in an open space accented with vibrant artwork. L (M-F), D (nightly), Brunch (Sa & Su). $$ 2149 Frederick Douglass Blvd., btw W. 115th & W. 116th sts., 212.206.2557. SUSHI INOUE
Japanese. Fresh, simple plates
of sushi, sashimi and other varieties of fish, in a space with traditional Japanese decor, at Harlem’s only Michelin-star restaurant. D (Tu-Su). $$$ 315 Lenox Ave., btw W. 125th & W. 126th sts., 646.706.0555.
LITTLE ITALY+ CHINATOWN
DA NICO
Italian. Northern and
Southern Italian specialties include pesto gnocchi, eggplant rigatoni, zucchini pizza, stuffed grilled lobster and broiled veal chop. L & D (daily). $$ 164 Mulberry St., btw Grand & Broome sts., 212.343.1212. NYONYA
Chinese/Malaysian.
Adventurous diners come here to taste exotic treats, including pan-fried baby oyster omelets, fruit salad with squid and shrimp paste, mango shrimp and sautéed frog with ginger and scallions. L & D (daily). $$ 199 Grand St., at Mulberry St., 212.334.3669. UMBERTO’S CLAM HOUSE
Italian. Seafood specialties
such as scungilli, calamari, baked clams and oysters, as well as chops and house-
made pasta dishes, inside a circa-1972 dining room open until 1 am and famously known for being the site of the murder of NYC gangster Joe Gallo. L & D (daily). $$ 132 Mulberry St., btw Hester & Grand sts., 212.431.7545.
MIDTOWN EAST+ MIDTOWN WEST
AI FIORI
Italian. Chef/owner Michael
White serves French and Italian Riviera-inspired dishes at his Michelin-starred restaurant, such as pan-seared sea scallops with braised romaine, white bean puree and guanciale, a cured Italian meat made from pork cheeks. B & D (daily), L (M-F). $$$$ 400 Fifth Ave., 2nd fl., btw 36th & 37th sts., 212.613.8660. DAVIO’S
Steak House. This Northern Italian steak house known for superior service, features
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regionally and seasonally inspired grill-focused cuisine, including Brandt Beef steaks, handmade pasta and fresh seafood. A $33 three-course prix fixe lunch menu is on offer M-F, while a $45 prix fixe dinner menu is available nightly. B & D (daily), L (M-F). $$$ 447 Lexington Ave., btw E. 44th & E. 45th sts., 212.661.4810. HOOTERS
Contemporary American.
Comfort food (chicken wings, ribs, burgers) in a bi-level, wood-paneled space with big-screen TVs. L & D (daily). $$ 155 W. 33rd St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.695.9580. OMAR’S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE
Mediterranean. This bustling
Midtown lunch spot caters to massive crowds during daytime rushes and serves up classic large plates of housemade hummus, chick-
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Food en or lamb platters and the restaurant’s own baklava. L & D (M-Sa). $$ 154 E. 55th St., btw Third & Lexington aves., 212.207.8302. TÍR NA NÓG
Irish/American. Furniture
and architectural pieces from churches in Ireland decorate this homey watering hole, which functions as home base for New England Patriots fans on NFL game days. Celtic-influenced dishes include Guinness-braised lamb with garlic mashed potatoes. L & D (daily), Brunch (Sa & Su). $$ 315 W. 39th St., btw Eighth & Ninth Aves., 212.760.0072; 254 W. 31st St., at Eighth Ave., 212.630.0249. TURNTABLE CHICKEN JAZZ
Korean. This newly renovated
late-night Midtown fixture is known for its drumsticks and chicken wings—soy garlic or hot, or half and half—and also has a variety of house specialties on offer, including a secret-seasoning marinated bulgogi burger and plates of pork fat edamame and beef or pork dumplings. L & D (daily). $$ 20 W. 33rd St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.714.9700.
MURRAY HILL
BAREBURGER
Contemporary American. A
diverse range of organic burgers—from beef to wild boar—from the international burger brand that began in Astoria, Queens. L & D (daily). $$ 514 Third Ave., btw E. 34th & E. 35th sts., 212.679.2273; and several other NYC locations. EL POTE ESPAÑOL
Spanish. Classic Castilian
dishes—seafood paella, Galician-style scallops, racks of lamb—on offer in the same intimate space for more than 20 years. L (M-F), D (M-Sa). $$ 718 Second Ave., btw E. 38th & E. 39th sts., 212.889.6680. HAKUBAI
Japanese. Chefs prepare kai-
seki dishes, such as Kobe beef shabu-shabu and broiled eel,
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in this elegant, authentic restaurant. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Su). $$$ Kitano New York Hotel, 66 Park Ave., at E. 38th St., 212.885.7111.
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BILL’S BAR AND BURGER
American. Caramelized
onions, American cheese, a housemade specialty sauce, lettuce, tomato, and pickles sit atop ground fresh daily Pat LaFrieda beef on an English muffin, forming the burgery’s most popular sandwich, the Fat Cat. L & D (daily). $$ 16 W. 51st St., btw Fifth Ave. & Rockefeller Plz., 212.705.8510; and two other NYC locations.
The evolution of Cuban Cuisine®
OCEANA
Seafood. Fish from every
angle, in an airy, upscale space. The menu includes oysters from five states in 236 West 52nd Street, New York, the U.S. and two provinces New York • 212-586-7714 in Canada. A pre-theater victorscafe.com prix fixe three-course dinner menu with wine pairing is available. B & L (M-F), D (M-Sa). $$$ McGraw-Hill Building, 12010046 VC_Where Magazie April 2017.indd 1 W. 49th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.759.5941. TAAM-TOV
Russian. Conventional kosher
Uzbeki cuisine in a classically homey Russian setting. Specialties include housemade borscht, Uzbek pilaf and buckwheat kasha. L (M-F), D (M-Th). $$$ 41 W. 47th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.768.8001.
SOHO+NOLITA
ED’S LOBSTER BAR
Seafood. Traditional American seafood is served, from jumbo shrimp cocktail to New England clam chowder. The emphasis—lobster—comes in many variations: lobster rolls, lobster meatballs, lobster mac ‘n’ cheese, lobster potpie and classic whole lobster. L & D (daily). $$ 222 Lafayette St., at Spring St., 212.343.3236. LUPE’S EAST L.A. KITCHEN
Mexican. A lengthy menu of
California-style Mexican fare, with dishes such as chicken enchiladas mole poblano and
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an off broadway hit since 1944
Food chilis rellenos. A traditional housemade dark mole sauce is made with 20 ingredients. B, L & D (daily). $$ 110 Sixth Ave., at Watts St., 212.966.1326. RAOUL’S
French. The nationally ranked
burger is offered off the menu as soon as the kitchen opens at 5:30 pm, but only 12 burgers are served up nightly. This Parisian-style bistro features its own wines. D (nightly). $$$ 180 Prince St., btw Thompson & Sullivan sts., 212.966.3518.
THEATER DISTRICT+ HELL’S KITCHEN
patsy’s italian restaurant A New York landmark made famous by Frank Sinatra
Our only location is
236 W. 56th Street between Broadway and Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10019
(212) 247-3491 patsy’s italian restaurant PatsysItalRest
BECCO
Italian. A daily rotating trio of
housemade specialty pastas (with vegetarian options) is served in unlimited quantities and can be had as a meal with an appetizer and salad, or as a complement to an entrée, like the signature Becco braised veal shank. This Bastianich family restaurant also offers a wide-ranging list of reputable wines on offer for a standard $29 per bottle. L & D (daily). $$$ 355 W. 46th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.397.7597. HB BURGER
American. Diners enjoy spe-
cialty burgers, housemade sodas, milk shakes and egg creams at this microbrewery and burgery. L & D (daily). $$ 127 W. 43rd St., btw Sixth Ave. & Broadway, 212.575.5848. HEARTLAND BREWERY
American. Handcrafted beers
enjoy the classic taste of patsy’s at home Patsy’s 100% All-Natural Pasta Sauces
on a hearty steakhouse menu featuring a certified Black Angus New York strip steak. L & D (daily). $$ 127 W. 43rd St., btw Broadway & Sixth Ave., 646.366.0235; 350 Fifth Ave., at 34th St., 212.563.3433; 625 Eighth Ave., at W. 41st St., 646.214.1000. PATSY’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT
www.patsys.com
Italian. Open since 1944, this friendly family-run restaurant, a favorite of the late Frank Sinatra, specializes in authentic Neapolitan cuisine.
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Food L & D (daily). $$ 236 W. 56th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.247.3491; and several other NYC locations.
chickpea caviar. D (Tu-Sa). $$$ 190 Church St., at Duane St., 212.542.9440.
PLANET HOLLYWOOD
Contemporary Korean. French
Contemporary American.
Sandwiches, burgers, pizza and salads—all in gargantuan portions—are the main attractions at this Times Square staple, with scenery and a menu entirely devoted to film and television history. L & D (daily). $$ 1540 Broadway, at W. 45th St., 212.333.7827. UTSAV INDIAN BAR & GRILL
Indian. There is a cozy bar and outdoor seating on the lower level and, on the upper level, elegant decor and floor-toceiling windows, where you can enjoy savory traditional Indian flavors. Convenient for pre-theater dining. L & D (daily). $$$ 1185 Sixth Ave., entrance on W. 46th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.575.2525. VICTOR’S CAFÉ
Cuban. Island classics—ado-
bo-marinated prime beef tenderloin over fire-roasted pepper and Creole jumbo shrimp—in a colorful dining room with palm trees. L & D (daily), Brunch (Sa & Su). $$$ 236 W. 52nd St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.586.7714.
TRIBECA
AMERICAN CUT
Steak House. Winner of Season Three of Food Network’s “The Next Iron Chef,” Chef/owner Marc Forgione pays homage to steak houses of yesteryear. The menu features a 20-oz. bone-in rib eye coated with pastrami spices. D (M-Sa). $$$$ 363 Greenwich St., btw Franklin & Harrison sts., 212.226.4736; 109 E. 56th St., btw Lexington & Park aves., 212.388.5277. GRAFFITI EARTH
Contemporary Indian. Dishes
at this elegant, 20-seat resto from Chef/owner Jehangir Mehta include shiitake panna cotta with long pepper squid and garlic coconut soup with
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JUNG SIK
and Spanish influences shape the cutting-edge cooking techniques of Michelinstarred Seoul-born Chef Yim Jung Sik. D (M-Sa). $$$$ 2 Harrison St., at Hudson St., 212.219.0900. TAKAHACHI
Japanese. Casual hideaway
for traditional fare made from fish imported from Japan’s coastal Kyushu province. L (MF), D (nightly). $$ 145 Duane St., at Church St., 212.571.1830; 85 Ave. A, btw E. 5th & E. 6th sts., 212.505.6524.
UPPER EAST SIDE+ UPPER WEST SIDE
CAFE FIORELLO
Italian. Antipasti selections,
signature thin-crust pizzas, daily caught seafood and Roman classics are served in a cozy, wood-walled dining room. L (M-F), D (nightly), Brunch (Sa & Su). $$$ 1900 Broadway, btw W. 63rd & W. 64th sts., 212.595.5330. THE FAT MONK
Contemporary American. A
LUNCH & DINNER DAILY
subterranean open kitchen and a 12-seat bar set the scene for such house specialties as foie gras bratwurst, brûléed bone marrow and a duck burger. D (Tu-Su), Brunch (Sa & Su). $$$ 949 Columbus Ave., btw W. 106th & W. 107th sts., 212.837.2334. HEIDELBERG
German. Classic Bavarian
fare —smoked bratwurst, roasted pork shank—at this Yorkville institution, in the same space since 1936, when the Upper East Side was NYC’s German neighborhood. L (W-Su), D (nightly). $$$ 1648 Second Ave., btw E. 85th & E. 86th sts., 212.628.2332. VANGUARD WINE BAR
Contemporary American. A
mini caviar trio (spoonbill
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Food
PAELLA, SANGRIA, & FLAN, OH MY!
Serving up the best Spanish food NYC can offer since 1941 in the heart of Greenwich village.
62 CHARLES ST. @ W. 4TH ST. 212.929.3189 | 212.243.9513 sevillarestaurantandbar.com
caviar, smoked trout roe and, wasabi tobiko, on blintzes with crème fraîche and chives) is on offer at this bar stocking more than 25 wines by the glass. L & D (daily). $$ 189 Amsterdam Ave., btw W. 68th & W. 69th sts., 212.447.9463; and two other NYC locations. VELLA WINE BAR + KITCHEN
Contemporary American.
Conventional wine-bar dishes such as charcuterie and crab and avocado toast can start off hearty meals of Asian-style baby back ribs or mushroom fettuccine. L (W-F), D (nightly), Brunch (Sa & Su). $$ 1480 Second Ave., at E. 77th St., 212.335.0456.
THE BOROUGHS
BRONX ALEHOUSE
American. Sixteen rotating draft lines complement a full menu of pub fare, such as pulled pork nachos, bacon cheddar burgers, and a chicken and waffle grilled cheese sandwich. L & D (daily), Brunch (Sa & Su). $$ 216 W. 238th St., at Review Pl., Kingsbridge, Bronx, 718.601.0204. CAFÉ HENRI
French. This bistro from the Lunch: 12 – 2:30pm | Dinner: 5:30 – 10:30pm
team behind neighboring Michelin-starred Mexican resto, Casa Enrique, offers a sense of European tranquillity in Queens. Specialties include onglet à l’échalote (hanger steak with mashed potatoes, mesclun salad, baby carrots and red wine shallot sauce). B, L & D (daily). $$ 1010 50th Ave., btw Jackson Ave. & Vernon Blvd., Long Island City, Queens, 718.383.9315. ENOTECA MARIA
Italian. A daily rotation of
1185 Avenue of the Americas. Enter at 46th St. btw 6th & 7th aves | 212.575.2525 | www.utsavny.com
This bi-level restaurant in the heart of Times Square offers an inventive Indian menu, a cozy lounge and lovely outdoor seating.
female chefs, the “Grandmas,” each from a different region of Italy, ensure a handmade menu of total freshness, variety and authenticity. Free oneon-one afternoon cooking classes taught by the rotating women chefs are held W-Su. D (W-Su). $$$ 27 Hyatt St., at Stuyvesant Pl., St. George, Staten Island, 718.447.2777.
GUMBO BROS
Cajun & Creole. Three var-
iations of gumbo—Cajun chicken and sausage; fresh shrimp and blue crab; local spinach, kale, collards and mustard greens—from two LSU alums who moved to NYC to pursue their passion for Cajun and Creole cuisine. L & D (daily). $$ 224 Atlantic Ave., btw Boerum Pl. & Court St., Park Slope, Brooklyn, 917.909.1471. HART’S
Contemporary American.
Elegant Mediterraneaninspired American dishes served in a cozy 30-seat space known to be soundtracked by early 2000s R&B. Specialties at this intimate Bed-Stuy resto include butter beans with squid, octopus and mussels, and a grass-fed lamb burger with anchovies. D (Tu-Su). $$$ 506 Franklin Ave., at Fulton St., Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, 718.636.6228. KONDO
Japanese. Chef Shinobu
Kondo serves authentic sushi and sashimi in a 40-seat space with bar seating. Sake, wine and beer are on offer, as well as a Japanese-style tiramisu specialty dessert. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Su). $$ 2913 Broadway, btw 29th & 30th sts., Astoria, Queens, 347.617.1236. SAL, KRIS & CHARLIE’S DELI
Deli. The signature at this
NYC sandwich-lover’s staple is The Bomb: six-plus kinds of meat, three kinds of cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, mustard, pickled red peppers and three-plus dressings. B & L (daily), D (M-Sa). $ 33-12 23rd Ave., btw 33rd & 35th sts., Astoria, Queens, 718.278.9240. SRIPRAPHAI
Thai. Authentic Thai spe-
cialties—tom yum, pad thai and satay—in a locally renowned spot serving Queens natives for more than two decades. Cash only. L & D (ThTu). $$ 64-13 39th Ave., btw 64th & 65th sts., Woodside, Queens, 718.899.9599.
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Shop Mimi So NYC Atelier Bracelets, rings, necklaces and other handcrafted jewelry, from a third-generation, NYC-born-and-based jeweler. Appointments for custom pieces at the jeweler’s Rockefeller Center atelier can be scheduled by phone or online. The Bow ring collection includes the 18-karat rose gold 3-D bow ring with pink sapphires and white diamonds (pictured), available alongside So’s other three collections: Piece, Jackson and Wonderland. 22 W. 48th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.300.8620, mimiso.com.
COLE HAAN
Leather goods, with an emphasis on shoes, including classic oxfords for men and stylish picks for women. 620 Fifth Ave., btw 49th & 50th sts., 212.765.9747; and several other NYC locations. FJÄLLRÄVEN
This Swedish brand outfits shoppers in outdoor gear, coats, active apparel and accessories, including its signature boxy backpacks in dozens of colors. 38 Greene St., btw Grand & Broome sts., 646.682.9253; 262 Mott St., btw Prince & E. Houston sts., 212.226.7846.
25 Bond St., btw Bowery & Lafayette St., 212.420.6000.
APPAREL
GROWN & SEWN
Straight and skinny-fit khakis for men anchor the collection that also includes bags, belts, boots and T-shirts. 116 Franklin St., btw Church St. & W. Broadway, 917.686.2964. GUCCI
The flagship store houses the iconic Italian luxury brand’s glitzy apparel for men and women, plus jewelry, handcrafted leather goods and footwear, from slippers to boots. 725 Fifth Ave., at 56th St., 212.826.2600; and two other NYC locations.
VANS DQM GENERAL
KATE SPADE
New York City contemporary streetwear, skateboarding and urban fashion brand DQM teams up with the Californian skate-and-surfwear professionals at Vans to open this surfing, skateboarding and casualwear boutique in SoHo. 93 Grand St., btw Mercer & Greene sts., 212.226.7776.
An outpost for all things Kate Spade, from flouncy blouses adorned with bows to cellphone cases, along with the brand’s line of footwear and famous handbags. 789 Madison Ave., at E. 67th St., 212.988.0259; and two other NYC locations.
UNITED NUDE
Amazon’s brick-and-mortar locations in NYC sell books exclusively, which are categorized by customer ratings, popularity and curators’ assessments. Tech products, including the electronic
Galahad Clark and Rem D Koolhaas’ architecture-inspired and futuristic footwear for men and women is available in such bright hues as neon green and turquoise.
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BOOKS
AMAZON
personal assistant, Alexa, are also available. The Shops at Columbus Circle, 10 Columbus Cir., btw W. 58th & W. 60th sts.; 7 W. 34th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 206.266.2992.
New York department store. A men’s store is directly across the street at 745 Fifth Ave. 754 Fifth Ave., btw 57th & 58th sts., 212.753.7300. 888.774.2424.
BAUMAN RARE BOOKS
The shopping center brings high-end apparel and accessories brands for men, women and kids, along with bookstores, beauty shops and dining options. 230 Vesey St., btw West & Liberty sts., 212.978.1698.
Extensive collections within a constantly changing inventory of rare books from the 15th to 20th centuries are available from one of New York’s largest antiquarian booksellers. 535 Madison Ave., btw E. 54th & E. 55th sts., 212.751.0011. IMPERIAL FINE BOOKS INC.
Leatherbound sets, fine and jeweled bindings, illustrated books and first editions. Custom bookbinding and refurbishing, as well as appraisals. 790 Madison Ave., 2nd fl., btw E. 66th & E. 67th sts., 212.861.6620.
DEPT. STORES+ CENTERS
BARNEYS NEW YORK
Luxe couture for men and women from the world’s top designers. Shoes, accessories, cosmetics and housewares are also stocked. 660 Madison Ave., btw E. 60th & E. 61st sts., 212.826.8900; and three other NYC locations. BERGDORF GOODMAN
Men and women can find designer labels, accessories and cosmetics in this iconic
BROOKFIELD PLACE
LORD & TAYLOR
Contemporary and classic clothing and accessories for all ages from over 400 designer brands can be found at the oldest specialty store in the U.S. 424 Fifth Ave., btw 38th & 39th sts., 212.391.3344. MACY’S HERALD SQUARE
The department store’s flagship location spans a full city block with clothing, accessories, and home decor, plus cosmetics and fragrances from top designers and brands. 151 W. 34th St., btw Broadway & Seventh Ave., 212.695.4400. SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
A luxury department store carrying designer apparel, accessories, cosmetics and fragrances. 611 Fifth Ave., btw 49th & 50th sts., 212.753.4000; Brookfield Place, 230 Vesey
PHOTO: BOW PINK SAPPHIRE RING, COURTESY MIMI SO
ACCESSORIES+ FOOTWEAR
Shop St., at West St., 646.344.6300.
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE OFF 5TH
Discounted designer fashions for men and women, plus shoes, bags and accessories. 125 E. 57th St., btw Lexington & Park aves., 212.634.0730; and two other NYC locations. THE SHOPS AT COLUMBUS CIRCLE
This high-end retail and dining complex features more than 40 stores, the worldclass Restaurant and Bar Collection, a park-view atrium and art installations. Time Warner Center, 10 Columbus Cir., btw W. 58th & W. 60th sts., 212.823.6300. WESTFIELD WORLD TRADE CENTER
This shopping center features a stellar lineup of stores, including John Varvatos, Kit & Ace, L.K. Bennett and Roberto Coin. A wide variety of dining options are also available. 185 Greenwich St., btw Vesey & Barclay sts., 212.284.9982.
GIFTS, HOME+ SPECIAL SERVICES
CHELSEA MARKET BASKETS
Gift baskets for any occasion, as well as cheese platters, teas, coffees, home goods and New York-themed items fill this Chelsea Market shop. 75 Ninth Ave., btw W. 15th & W. 16th sts., 212.727.1111. THE COOPER SHOP AT THE JEWISH MUSEUM
This shop carries reproductions, books, exhibition catalogs, jewelry, posters, notecards, video and audio cassettes, and books, toys and games for children. 1109 Fifth Ave., at 92nd St., 212.423.3211. HAMMACHER SCHLEMMER
Turkish cotton bathrobes, classic manual typewriters and precision pedicure systems, along with robotic vacuums, iPod accessories and ultrasonic jewelry cleaners, are all offered at this emporium of luxuxy goods, gifts, tech toys and unusual gadgets. 147 E. 57th
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Shop St., btw Third & Lexington aves., 800.421.9002. MOMA DESIGN STORE
At this store, cutting-edge designs for the home, office and body, along with fun gadgets, toys and jewelry, are selected by the discerning eyes of the Museum of Modern Art’s curatorial staff. 44 W. 53rd St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.767.1050; 81 Spring St., at Crosby St., 646.613.1367. THE SHOP AT NBC STUDIOS
Shop for merchandise from hit NBC shows, such as “Today,” “Late Night With Seth Meyers” and “The Tonight Show.” 30 Rockefeller Plz., at W. 49th St., 212.664.2754.
JEWELRY
GALE GRANT COSTUME JEWELRY
Costume rings, bracelets, pins, necklaces and earrings, including a vast clip-on earring collection, in unique and classic styles and all colors. 485 Madison Ave., btw E. 51st & E. 52nd sts., 212.752.3142. MAURICE BADLER FINE JEWELRY
Fine jewelry from famous designers fill this established jewelry shop. 485 Park Ave., btw E. 58th & E. 59th sts., 800.622.3537. TOURNEAU TIMEMACHINE 57TH ST & MADISON AVE
Established in 1900, Tourneau is among the leading retailers of luxury watches in the U.S., offering more than 80 brands in more than 8,000 styles. The company also sells certified pre-owned timepieces and watches under the Tourneau brand name, and is known for its extensive selection and attentive service. 12 E. 57th St., btw Madison & Fifth aves., 212.758.7300. TOURNEAU 3 BRYANT PARK Thousands of styles of timepieces from the top watchmakers in the industry. 1095 Sixth Ave., btw W. 41st & W. 42nd sts., 212.278.8041; 510 Madison Ave., at E. 53rd St., 212.758.5830.
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Shop SPORTING GOODS+ FAN APPAREL
METS CLUBHOUSE SHOP
Merchandise, tickets to home games and authentic apparel for men, women and children can be found at this shop dedicated to the New York Mets baseball team. 11 W. 42nd St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.768.9534; and two other NYC locations. NEW YORK YANKEES CLUBHOUSE SHOP
Sports fans flock here for the latest memorabilia and apparel flaunting the logo of the New York Yankees. 110 E. 59th St., btw Lexington & Park aves., 212.758.7844; and four other NYC locations. THE NHL STORE
The National Hockey League flagship store offers apparel, jerseys, footwear and merchandise, as well as a variety of knickknacks and gifts for all 30 pro hockey teams, and features visits from players and an NHL-themed Starbucks. 1185 Sixth Ave., at W. 47th St., 212.221.6375. PARAGON SPORTING GOODS
This only-in-New-York sports mecca carries equipment and clothing from major brands, including CCM, Adidas, Nike, Timberland and Patagonia. 867 Broadway, at E. 18th St., 212.255.8889.
TECH+MUSIC
ACADEMY RECORDS & CDS
Rare CD albums and vinyl records in all mainstream genres can be bought and sold here. 12 W. 18th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.242.3000; 415 E. 12th St., btw Ave. A & First Ave., 212.780.9166.
LOMOGRAPHY GALLERY STORE
This hip international photography shop features refurbished vintage cameras with color-splash flashes, fish-eye views and wide-angle lenses, as well as film, oversize bags and flip books. 41 W. 8th St., btw MacDougal St. & Sixth Ave., 212.529.4353. T-MOBILE
The wireless provider’s flagship store in Times Square sells internet devices, tablets, accessories and cellphones powered by iOS, Android, Windows Phone and Blackberry operating systems. 1535 Broadway, at W. 46th St., 646.350.4645.
TOYS+GAMES
AMERICAN GIRL PLACE NEW YORK
In addition to the popular historical and contemporary doll collection, this store sells doll accessories, matching doll-and-girl clothing and a line of books. Within the store are a restaurant, a doll hair salon and a personal shopper service. 609 Fifth Ave., at 49th St., 877.247.5223. THE LEGO STORE
An 8-foot tall Statue of Liberty and NYC street scenes built from mini Legos inspire kids to create designs of their own. Purchase building blocks ranging from basic to special Lego sets and other products. 200 Fifth Ave., btw 23rd & 24th sts., 212.255.3217; 620 Fifth Ave., at 50th St., 212.245.5973. PLAYING MANTIS
HOUSE OF OLDIES
Shop for handcrafted wooden toys and natural fiber dolls inspired by global cultures. 32 N. Moore St., btw Varick & Hudson sts., 646.484.6845.
A vinyl specialist since 1968, this music emporium carries rare and out-of-print records, including mint-condition LPs from the 1950s on, and carries more than 250,000 records in stock. 35 Carmine St., btw Bedford & Bleecker sts., 212.243.0500.
An anime-lover’s haven, with a focus on collectibles and art toys from Japan and Hong Kong and options for preordering limited-edition items. 91 Second Ave., btw E. 5th & E. 6th sts., 212.673.5424.
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TOY TOKYO
Art Sargent’s Daughters Taking its name from portrait painter John Singer Sargent, the Lower East Side gallery exhibits works by emerging and established artists who, following the example of Sargent, create in traditional mediums, but also challenge tradition and innovate. Included in Saira McLaren’s current solo exhibition, on view thru Oct. 15, is the artist’s oil and dye on canvas, “Where the Air Smells Like Snakes” (left, 2017). Open W-Su noon-6 pm. 179 E. Broadway, btw Jefferson & Rutgers sts., 917.463.3901.
ART GALLERIES
PHOTO: SAIRA MCLAREN, “WHERE THE AIR SMELLS LIKE SNAKES,” 2017, COURTESY SARGENT’S DAUGHTERS
FORT GANSEVOORT
The contemporary art gallery occupies three floors in an 1849 Greek Revival row house in the Meatpacking District. Thru Oct. 28: “Sadie Barnette: Compland.” Open Tu-Sa 11 am-6 pm. 5 Ninth Ave., at Gansevoort St., 917.639.3113. FRANKLIN PARRASCH GALLERY
Many of the artists represented are from California and rose to prominence in the 1960s and 1970s. Thru Oct. 21: “Get Outta That Spaceship and Fight Like a Man.” Open Tu-Sa 10 am-6 pm. 53 E. 64th St., btw Park & Madison aves., 212.246.5360. GALERIE ST. ETIENNE
Specializing in Austrian and German Expressionist artists, such as Otto Dix, Egon Schiele and Emil Nolde, this gallery is also a showcase for selftaught and outsider artists like Grandma Moses. Thru Oct. 13: “Recent Acquisitions.” Open Tu-Sa 11 am-5 pm. 24 W. 57th St., 8th fl., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.245.6734. GLADSTONE GALLERY
This large gallery exhibits works from installations to sculpture by contemporary artists, such as Matthew Barney, Carroll Dunham and Elizabeth Peyton. Thru Oct.
28: “Walter Swennen: bewtie.” Open Tu-Sa 10 am-6 pm. 515 W. 24th St., at 10th Ave., 212.206.9300 ; and two other NYC locations. HOWARD GREENBERG GALLERY
Important photographs, from Pictorialism to Modernism, contemporary photographs, as well as images for industry, advertising and fashion. The gallery exclusively represents the estates of Berenice Abbott and Arnold Newman. Thru Oct. 21: “Joel Meyerowitz: Between the Dog and the Wolf” and “Joel Meyerowitz: Morandi, Cézanne and Me.” Open Tu-Sa 10 am-6 pm. 41 E. 57th St., Ste. 1406, at Madison Ave., 212.334.0010. LEHMANN MAUPIN
New and established American and international contemporary artists working in all mediums, including video. Oct. 12-Dec. 22 at both locations: “Gilbert & George: The Beard Pictures.” Open Tu-Sa 10 am-6 pm. 201 Chrystie St., btw Rivington & Stanton sts., 212.254.0054; 536 W. 22nd St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.255.2923. THE MANHATTAN ART & ANTIQUES CENTER
More than 100 established galleries on three levels offer
an encyclopedic selection of antiques, fine art, decorative accessories, silver and jewelry from the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia. Open M-Sa 10:30 am-6 pm, Su noon-6 pm. 1050 Second Ave., at E. 55th St., 212.355.4400. MARTOS GALLERY
Internationally recognized contemporary artists (established and emerging) working in a range of mediums. Thru Oct. 28: “Alex Chaves.” Open Tu-Sa 10 am-6 pm. 41 Elizabeth St., btw Canal & Hester sts., 212.560.0670. PACE GALLERY
The international contemporary art gallery represents more than 80 artists and estates, including Sol LeWitt and Louise Nevelson. Thru Oct. 21: “Lucas Samaras: New York City, No-Name, Re-Do, Seductions.” Open Tu-Sa 10 am-6 pm. 510 W. 25th St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.255.4044 ; and two other NYC locations. PAULA COOPER GALLERY
Contemporary sculpture, paintings, drawings, prints, photography and video, with a focus on conceptual and minimal art. Thru Oct. 14: Carey Young: Palais de Justice.” Open Tu-Sa 10 am-6 pm. 534 W. 21st St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.255.1105; and one other NYC location.
PETZEL GALLERY
Works by internationally renowned contemporary artists, including Cosima von Bonin, Wade Guyton, Jorge Pardo and Sarah Morris. Thru Nov. 4: “Keith Edmier: Mother Mold.” Open Tu-Sa 10 am-6 pm. 435 E. 67th St., btw Park & Madison aves., 212.680.9467; and one other NYC location. TIBOR DE NAGY GALLERY
Founded in 1950, the gallery features artists from the postwar second-generation New York School, as well as such contemporary artists as Sarah McEneaney, Jen Mazza and John Newman. Thru Oct. 29: “Larry Rivers (RE)APPROPRIATIONS.” Open W-Sa 11 am-6 pm, Su noon-6 pm. 15 Rivington St., btw Chrystie St. & Bowery, 212.262.5050. UNIX GALLERY
With a focus on the primary and secondary markets, the gallery represents international established and emerging contemporary artists. Thru Oct. 21: “Llewellyn Xavier: The Mating Dance of the Unicorn.” Open Tu-Sa 10 am-6 pm. 532 W. 24th St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.209.1572. VAN DOREN WAXTER
The gallery represents multigenerational established artists, as well as emerging
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and international artists and artists’ estates. Thru Oct. 28: “Evan Nesbit: Cellophane Grip.” Open Tu-Sa 10 am-6 pm. 23 E. 73rd St., btw Madison & Fifth aves., 212.445.0444; and one other NYC location.
ART MUSEUMS
AMERICAN FOLK ART MUSEUM
The museum’s permanent collection of more than 8,000 objects focuses on works created by self-taught (as opposed to formally trained) American artists in a variety of mediums and dating from the 18th century to today. Included are paintings, quilts, needlework and other textiles. Thru Jan. 7: “War and Pieced: The Annette Gero Collection of Quilts From Military Fabrics.” Open Tu-Th, Sa 11:30 am-7 pm, F noon-7:30 pm, Su noon-6 pm. Free. 2 Lincoln Sq., Columbus Ave., at W. 66th St., 212.595.9533. BROOKLYN MUSEUM
Ancient Egyptian and contemporary American art, among other specialties, are housed in a 560,000-squarefoot Beaux Arts building. Thru Jan. 7: “Proof: Francisco Goya, Sergei Eisenstein, Robert Longo.” Open W 11 am-6 pm, Th 11 am-10 pm, F-Su 11 am-6 pm, first Sa of the month 11 am-11 pm. 200 Eastern Pkwy., at Washington Ave., Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, 718.638.5000. COOPER HEWITT
Located in the former residence of industrialist Andrew Carnegie, this Smithsonian museum uses groundbreaking technology to create interactive exhibits on historic and contemporary design. Thru Jan. 15: “Joris Laarman Lab: Design in the Digital Age.” Open M-F, Su 10 am-6 pm, Sa 10 am-9 pm. 2 E. 91st St., at Fifth Ave., 212.849.8400. THE FRICK COLLECTION
One of the world’s most magnificent collections of old-master paintings, fur-
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nishings and decorative arts fills the former residence of industrialist Henry Clay Frick. Oct. 24–March 11: “Veronese in Murano: Two Venetian Renaissance Masterpieces Restored.” Open Tu-Sa 10 am-6 pm, Su 11 am-5 pm. Children under 10 not admitted. 1 E. 70th St., at Fifth Ave., 212.288.0700. GREY ART GALLERY
The fine arts museum of New York University emphasizes the historical and cultural aspects of art. Thru Dec. 9: “Partners in Design: Alfred H. Barr Jr. and Philip Johnson.” Open Tu, Th-F 11 am-6 pm, W 11 am-8 pm, Sa 11 am-5 pm. 100 Washington Sq. E., btw Washington & Waverly pls., 212.998.6780. GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM
One of the most significant architectural icons of the 20th century, Frank Lloyd Wright’s famous structure is the repository for a world-class permanent collection and temporary exhibitions. Oct. 6-Jan. 7: “Art and China After 1989: Theater of the World.” Open M-W, F, Su 10 am-5:45 pm, Sa 10 am-7:45 pm. 1071 Fifth Ave., at 89th St., 212.423.3500. THE JEWISH MUSEUM
Archaeological artifacts, ceremonial objects, photographs, works on paper and art exhibitions explore Jewish diversity and culture. Thru Feb. 4: “Modigliani Unmasked.” Open M-Tu, F-Su 11 am-5:45 pm, Th 11 am-8 pm. 1109 Fifth Ave., at 92nd St., 212.423.3200. THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART
Greek and Roman galleries; vast fashion holdings; instruments of historical, technical and social importance; and renowned collections of American, European and Far Eastern fine and decorative art fill this encyclopedic museum, which represents more than 5,000 years of artistic endeavor from every corner of the world. Oct. 4-Jan. 7:
“Leonardo to Matisse: Master Drawings From the Robert Lehman Collection.” Open Su-Th 10 am-5:30 pm, F & Sa 10 am-9 pm. Admission to the main building of The Metropolitan Museum of Art includes same-day admission to the museum’s two annexes: The Met Cloisters and The Met Breuer. 1000 Fifth Ave., at 82nd St., 212.535.7710. THE MORGAN LIBRARY & MUSEUM
Initially the private library of financier J. Pierpont Morgan, the facility now hosts temporary exhibitions in addition to being a research library and museum containing rare and priceless books, manuscripts, drawings and prints. Thru Jan. 7: “Magnificent Gems: Medieval Treasure Bindings.” Open Tu-Th 10:30 am-5 pm, F 10:30 am-9 pm, Sa 10 am-6 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. 225 Madison Ave., at E. 36th St., 212.685.0008. MUSEUM OF MODERN ART
One of the world’s greatest repositories of late-19th-, 20th- and 21st-century works of art contains masterpieces by Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse, a sculpture garden and an extensive film collection. Thru Jan. 1: “Max Ernst: Beyond Painting.” Open M-Th, Su 10:30 am-5:30 pm, F & Sa 10:30 am-9 pm. 11 W. 53rd St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.708.9400. NEW MUSEUM
Contemporary cutting-edge art in a variety of mediums by American and international artists. Thru Jan. 21: “Trigger: Gender as a Tool and a Weapon.” Open Tu-W, F-Su 11 am-6 pm, Th 11 am-9 pm. 235 Bowery, btw Rivington & Stanton sts., 212.219.1222. RUBIN MUSEUM OF ART
Paintings, books, artifacts, textiles and more from the Himalayas and the surrounding regions, including Nepal, Bhutan, India, China and Mongolia. Featured events
include concerts and films. Thru Jan. 29: “Henri CartierBresson: India in Full Frame.” Open M & Th 11 am-5 pm, W 11 am-9 pm, F 11 am-10 pm, Sa & Su 11 am-6 pm. 150 W. 17th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.620.5000. THE STUDIO MUSEUM IN HARLEM
Dedicated to local, national and international artists of African descent. Thru Jan. 7: “Fictions.” Open Th-F noon-9 pm, Sa 10 am-6 pm, Su noon6 pm. 144 W. 125th St., btw Malcolm X & Adam Clayton Powell Jr. blvds., 212.864.4500. WHITNEY MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART
Indoor galleries and outdoor spaces are devoted to temporary exhibitions and a renowned permanent collection of American art. Thru Oct. 23: “Calder: Hypermobility.” Open M, W-Th, Su 10:30 am-6 pm, F-Sa 10:30 am-10 pm. 99 Gansevoort St., btw Washington & West sts., 212.570.3600.
AUCTION HOUSES
CHRISTIE’S
A prestigious auctioneer of fine art and antiques since the 18th century. Highlights: Oct 10: Photographs. Oct. 17: The Collector: 19th-Century Furniture, Sculpture, Works of Art, Ceramics & Silver. Oct. 18: The Collector: English and European Furniture, Works of Art & Ceramics & Silver. Oct. 24 & 25: Prints and Multiples. Oct. 25: Antiquities. Oct. 31: Old Masters; 19th-Century European Art 20 Rockefeller Plz., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.636.2000. DOYLE NEW YORK
The auction house sells fine art, jewelry, furniture and more. Highlights: Oct. 4: American Paintings, Furniture & Decorative Arts. Oct. 18: Important Jewelry. Oct. 25: English & Continental Furniture & Decorative Arts; Old Master Paintings 175 E.
Art 87th St., btw Third & Lexington aves., 212.427.2730.
Cartier Diamond and Citrine Bangle Bracelet, ca. 1940 JOSEPH SAIDIAN & SONS, Gallery # 48 (Tel: 212-752-2684)
SOTHEBY’S
Historical Design | Fine Art Jewelry | Silver | Contemporary Art Antiques and more... 1050 2nd Ave b/t 55th St & 56th St | New York | NY 10022 212.355.4400 | info@the-maac.com | www.the-maac.com
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Fine art and collectibles go on the block at this longstanding auction house. Highlights: Oct. 5: Photographs. Oct. 6: American Art. Oct. 17: Fine Jewels. Oct. 19: Collections & Curiosities: Silver, Ceramics & Objects of Vertu. Oct. 21: Finest & Rarest Wines. Oct. 26: The Magnificent Botanical Library of D.F. Allen. Oct. 27: Collections: European Furniture. 1334 York Ave., at E. 72nd St., 212.606.7000. SWANN AUCTION GALLERIES
A family-owned auction house specializing in rare and antiquarian books and works on paper. Highlights: Oct. 5: African-American Fine Art. Oct. 17: Early Printed, Medical, Scientific & Travel Books. Oct. 19: Art & Storytelling: Photographs & Photobooks. Oct. 26: Rare & Important Travel Posters. 104 E. 25th St., 30.07.17 22:02btw Lexington & Park aves., 212.254.4710.
SPECIAL ART SHOWS
IFPDA FINE ART PRINT FAIR
(Oct. 26-29) This annual fair, presented by members of the International Fine Print Dealers Association (IFPDA), features 81 international art dealers showcasing prints from old master to modern to contemporary editions. Th-Sa noon-8 pm, Su noon-6 pm. $20 daily, $40 run of show. Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, 11th Ave., at W. 35th St., 212.674.6095. TEFAF NEW YORK FALL
(Oct. 28-Nov. 1) The international art fair, with an emphasis on fine and decorative art and jewelry from antiquity to 1920, features 93 exhibitors from the United States and abroad. All works are vetted. TEFAF is an acronym for The European Fine Art Foundation. Sa, M-Tu noon-8 pm, Su & W noon-6 pm. Park Avenue Armory, 643 Park Ave., at E. 67th St., 212.370.2501.
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Scene Grand Salon at Baccarat Hotel Lush bouquets of red roses adorn the Baccarat Hotel’s grandiose second floor lounge, where silk covered walls rise 22 feet above the salon’s parquet floors. In a space decorated by elegant knickknacks and illuminated by crystal vases and Baccarat chandeliers, wine and specialty cocktails are served in cut-crystal glasses. Food offerings range from modest (local burrata) to lavish (royal osetra caviar,) and include a burger served with black truffle paté. 28 W. 53rd St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.790.8800.
A downstairs bar with a pool table and a lengthy wine list has an upstairs restaurant, with both floors manifesting 1970s nostalgia by way of wood paneling and floral banquettes. 107 Eldridge St., btw Broome & Grand sts., 212.257.4072. FOREST HILLS STATION HOUSE
This cocktail lover’s haven is a 14-minute train ride from Penn Station to the Forest Hills Long Island Railroad station. Bourbon, rye, and single-malt whiskeys are on offer and a list of house specialty cocktails is available alongside a full gastropub food menu. 106-11 71st Ave., btw Austin St. & Station Sq., Forest Hills, Queens, 718.544.5000. SUGAR EAST
A grandfathered-in smoking license allows this upscale lounge to be one of seven NYC venues to permit smoking indoors. A menu of house-designed cocktails is labeled by flavor, such as “charred lemon” or “tobacco.” 1125 First Ave., at W. 61st St., 212.832.4610.
BREWHOUSES
BRONX BREWERY
A list of year-round and limited brews, available on
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tap or in cans for takeaway. A backyard with live music is open on weekends, weather permitting. 856 E. 136th St., btw Walnut & Willow aves., Port Morris, Bronx, 718.402.1000. CITY SWIGGERS
The beer store stocks hundreds of bottles and cans and has 14 taps offering guests growler fill-ups to go or pours to stay. 320 E. 86th St., btw First & Second aves., 212.570.2000. SINGLECUT BEERSMITHS
Housemade beers, canned at the source and poured from nine taps, at one of Queens’ most popular brewhouses. 19-33 37th St., btw 19th & 20th aves., Astoria, Queens, 718.606.0788.
COMEDY CLUBS
COMEDY CELLAR
The West Village spot is known for surprise sets from such famous comedians as Chris Rock, Wanda Sykes, Jon Stewart and Dave Chappelle. 117 MacDougal St., btw W. 3rd St. & Minetta Ln., 212.254.3480. THE STAND
This bi-level laugh palace welcomes stand-up comedians from TV and film. 239 Third Ave., at E. 20th St., 212.677.2600. UPRIGHT CITIZENS BRIGADETHEATRE
Newcomers and seasoned
comics perform improv, sketch and stand-up shows in two Manhattan theaters. 153 E. 3rd St., btw aves. B & A, 212.366.9231; 307 W. 26th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.366.9176.
DANCE CLUBS+RAVES
BROOKLYN MIRAGE
Palm trees on a roof with views of the Empire State Building complement an indoor space with high ceilings, sofas, chandeliers and a stateof-the-art sound system. This tri-level, 80,000-square-foot day-and-night club has a 6,000-person capacity. 140 Stewart Ave., btw Meserole & Randolph sts., Greenpoint, Brooklyn, no phone. HOME SWEET HOME
An eclectic crowd dances under the disco ball at this subterranean lounge, where resident DJs play records from a different decade nightly. 131 Chrystie St., btw Broome & Delancey sts., 212.226.5708. OUTPUT
A suggested all-black dress code and prohibited use of cameras and recording devices set the tone for this Brooklyn deep house and techno dance club: Keep it simple and dance. 74 Wythe Ave., btw N. 11th & N. 12th sts., Williamsburg, Brooklyn, 212.555.1212.
UP&DOWN
The buzz at this nightclub hits its peak after 1 am, but the party goes on all night and always with a variety of DJs. 244 W. 14th St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 212.242.4411.
EXPERIENCES+ ACTIVITIES
THE COOPING THEORY: WHO KILLED EDGAR ALLAN POE?
(Oct. 11-31) Up to 30 guests nightly can be immersed in a Halloween-themed production in which members of a fictional Poe society attempt to solve the mystery of the author’s death. Light fare and craft cocktails are served throughout the experience. 345 Grand St., btw Havemeyer St. & Marcy Ave., Williamsburg, Brooklyn, 212.457.0889. THE NEW YORK NIGHT LIFE
Experience nightlife in the “city that never sleeps” on curated excursions to NYC’s top bars, lounges and clubs. All-inclusive packages include transportation, entrance fees and drinks. 324 W. 47th St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 646.338.0895. SAMSUNG 837
This interactive technology playground and store offers a multitude of experiential sessions, including beginners coding workshops, personal technology training appoint-
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BARS+LOUNGES
THE FLOWER SHOP
Scene ments and free 4-D virtual reality sessions. 837 Washington St., at W. 13th St., 844.577.6969.
JAZZ CLUBS
CORNELIA STREET CAFE
Regular live performances from jazz ensembles, soloists and poets in the basement of this landmark West Village restaurant and cabaret. 29 Cornelia St., btw Bleecker & W. 4th sts., 212.989.9319. 55 BAR
Fast approaching its 100th birthday (it was established in 1919), this dive bar by day and club by night swings to live jazz and blues. 55 Christopher St., btw Sixth Ave. & Seventh Ave. So., 212.929.9883. JAZZ STANDARD
An eclectic lineup of worldclass artists performing classic jazz, funk, R&B, blues and more, plus Blue Smoke restaurant barbecue. 116 E. 27th St., btw Lexington Ave. & Park Ave. So., 212.576.2232.
MUSIC+SPORTS VENUES
APOLLO THEATER
The historic Harlem venue has launched a myriad of legendary performers, including James Brown and Ella Fitzgerald. Every W at 7:30 pm: Amateur Night talent competition. 253 W. 125th St., btw Adam Clayton Powell Jr. & Frederick Douglass blvds., 212.531.5300. BARCLAYS CENTER
Brooklyn’s entertainment and sports arena is home to the 2017-2018 New York Islanders and Brooklyn Nets. Visit team websites for schedules and tickets. Music highlights: Sept. 29-Oct. 1: Ed Sheeran. Oct. 4: Bruno Mars. Oct. 11: Katy Perry. Oct. 13: Halsey. Oct. 23: Imagine Dragons. Oct. 28: Fall Out Boy. 620 Atlantic Ave., at Flatbush Ave., Park Slope, Brooklyn, 800.745.3000. MADISON SQUARE GARDEN
The entertainment and sporting venue hosts concerts and
live events in The Theater at MSG and in its arena, which is home to the 2017-2018 New York Rangers and New York Knicks. Visit team websites for schedules and tickets. Music highlights in the Arena: Oct. 2 & 6: Katy Perry. Oct. 11 & 15-16: Guns N’ Roses. Oct. 12: Ricardo Arjona. Oct. 20: Billy Joel. Oct. 24: Queens of the Stone Age. Highlights in The Theater: Oct. 12: Leningrad. Oct. 14-15: PJ Masks Live! Time to Be a Hero. Oct. 25: Ricky Gervais: Humanity. Seventh Ave., btw W. 31st & W. 33rd sts., 866.858.0008. METLIFE STADIUM
Home to both of New York’s 2017-2018 National Football League franchises: the New York Jets and the New York Giants. Highlights: Oct. 1: Jets vs. Jacksonville Jaguars. Oct. 8: Giants vs. Los Angeles Chargers. Oct. 15: Jets vs. New England Patriots. Oct. 22: Giants vs. Seattle Seahawks. Oct. 29: Jets vs. Atlanta Falcons. MetLife Stadium, 102 Route 20, East Rutherford, New Jersey, 201.559.1500.
SPORTS: PLAY
CHELSEA PIERS
This 30-acre waterfront facility features two indoor ice-skating rinks, an indoor swimming pool, a golf driving range, gymnasium, track, batting cages, the largest rock climbing wall in the Northeast and a full-service spa for men and women. W. 23rd St., at the Hudson River, 212.336.6666. SHAPE UP NYC
Burn calories at your own pace and level during drop-in fitness programs (no advance registration required) given throughout the five boroughs at various centers, courtesy of Shape Up NYC. Visit website for schedules and venues. SPIN NEW YORK
This table tennis club features a lounge, pro shop, bar and private room. 48 E. 23rd St., btw Park & Madison aves., 212.982.8802.
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Sights Brooklyn Botanic Garden The Native Flora Garden (left), a wooded area within the borough of Brooklyn’s 52-acre oasis, is true to its name: Only species native to New York City and its region grow here. In October, red maples and bear oaks flaunt their peak autumnal colors. A century after first being planted, the Native Flora Garden has been expanded and now includes a cultivated pine barrens and a meadow. Tu-F 8 am-6 pm, Sa & Su 10 am-6 pm. Entrance at 990 Washington Ave., at
DISCOUNTS
NEW YORK CITYPASS
The discount pass provides access to six major attractions at a saving of 40 percent off regular admissions. Passes are sold at participating attractions and are good for nine consecutive days from the first day of use. 888.330.5008.
ATTRACTIONS
BRONX ZOO
The largest urban zoo in the United States provides natural habitats and environments for its 4,000 species, including snow leopards. Open M-F 10 am-5 pm, Sa & Su 10 am5:30 pm. 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx, 718.220.1500. EMPIRE STATE BUILDING EXPERIENCE
Wraparound views of New York from the 86th- and 102nd-floor observatories. Open daily 8 am-2 am (last elevator ascends at 1:15 am). Every day, 100 visitors who book in advance can see the sun rise from the 86th-floor observatory. 350 Fifth Ave., btw 3rd & 34th sts., 212.736.3100. ENCOUNTER: OCEAN ODYSSEY
(Opens Oct. 6) National Geographic’s immersive experience is an underwater walk-through adventure that takes explorers into the depths of the Pacific Ocean,
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where they meet humpback whales, great white sharks, sea lions and other creatures. Open Su-Th 10 am-10:30 pm, F-Sa 10 am-midnight (last ticket sold one hour before closing). 226 W. 44th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 646.308.1337. GULLIVER’S GATE
The interactive, miniature world display features more than 300 built-to-scale models of well-known landscapes and monuments, as well as hundreds of moving model trains, planes and people from past, present and future. Visitors can take home miniature versions of themselves, thanks to a full-body scanner and 3-D printer. Open daily 10 am-9 pm (last entry at 7:30 pm). 216 W. 44th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave. ONE WORLD OBSERVATORY
The three-level indoor observatory at the top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere affords uninterrupted views in every direction. Open daily 9 am-8 pm (last ticket sold at 7:15 pm). One World Trade Center, 285 Fulton St., entrance to the observatory is on West St., at Vesey St., 844.696.1776. STATUE OF LIBERTY
The 151-foot neoclassical statue, designed by Frédéric
Auguste Bartholdi, was a gift from France to the United States in 1886, and is known worldwide as a symbol of freedom and democracy. Open daily. Free. 212.363.3200.
their heritage are welcome to consult the archives of the American Family Immigration History Center. Open daily. Free. Ellis Island: 212.363.3200.
TOP OF THE ROCK
George Washington bade farewell to his officers in 1783 at the end of the Revolutionary War in what is now a museum of Early American history and culture. Open M-F noon-5 pm, Sa & Su 11 am-5 pm. A tavern on the ground floor is open for lunch and dinner. 54 Pearl St., at Broad St., 212.425.1778.
The observation deck at the top of Rockefeller Center welcomes visitors with panoramic vistas some 70 floors above street level. Open daily 8 am-midnight (the last elevator ascends at 11:15 pm). 30 Rockefeller Plz., W. 50th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 877.692.7625.
MUSEUMS
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
Guests explore halls filled with full-scale dinosaur skeletons, fossils, dioramas, artifacts, gems and minerals, meteorites and more. The Hayden Planetarium, with its immersive space show, is located in the museum’s Rose Center for Earth and Space. Open daily 10 am-5:45 pm. Central Park West, at W. 79th St., 212.769.5100. ELLIS ISLAND NATIONAL MUSEUM OF IMMIGRATION
Millions of immigrants entered the U.S. on this historic island between 1892 and 1954. In addition to viewing artifacts displayed in the museum, visitors seeking
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INTREPID SEA, AIR & SPACE MUSEUM
A national historic landmark, the USS Intrepid aircraft carrier offers access to several decks featuring historic aircraft, multimedia presentations, interactive exhibits and flight simulators, plus the guided missile submarine USS Growler, the British Airways Concorde and the space shuttle Enterprise. Open M-F 10 am-5 pm, Sa & Su 10 am-6 pm. Pier 86, 12th Ave., at W. 46th St., 212.245.0072. MUSEUM OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK
New York City’s past, present and future are illustrated through paintings, photographs and more. The permanent exhibition, “New York
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President St., Brooklyn, 718.623.7200.
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Sights at Its Core,” is a three-gallery, high-tech look at the city’s 400-year history. Open daily 10 am-6 pm. 1220 Fifth Ave., at 103rd St., 212.534.1672. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN
Housed in the Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House, this Smithsonian Institution branch promotes Native American history, culture, languages and arts through permanent and temporary exhibitions. Open daily 10 am-5 pm, Th 10 am-8 pm. Free. 1 Bowling Green, at Broadway, 212.514.3700. NATIONAL SEPTEMBER 11 MEMORIAL & MUSEUM
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Within the original footprints of the Twin Towers are two massive pools consisting of 30-foot cascading waterfalls and parapets, on which are inscribed the names of nearly 3,000 victims from the 9/11 attacks in New York, at the Pentagon and in Pennsylvania, as well as the Feb. 26, 1993, World Trade Center bombing. Memorial: Open daily 7:30 am-9 pm. Free. Museum: Open Su-Th 9 am-8 pm (last entry 6 pm), F & Sa 9 am-9 pm (last entry 7 pm). Museum entrance at 180 Greenwich St., btw Liberty & Fulton sts., 212.266.5211. NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM & LIBRARY
More than 60,000 objects and works of art focus on the history of New York City and New York State. Open Tu-Th, Sa 10 am-6 pm, F 10 am-8 pm, Su 11 am-5 pm. 170 Central Park West, at Richard Gilder Way (W. 77th St.), 212.873.3400.
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TENEMENT MUSEUM
Experience turn-of-the-20thcentury immigrant life on Manhattan’s Lower East Side on guided tours of authentically preserved tenement apartments. Tours daily 10 am-6 pm (last tour 5 pm). Visitor Center: 103 Orchard St., btw Broome & Delancey sts., 212.982.8420.
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Explore Lincoln Center Tours Guided excursions of up to three venues offer visitors a look inside the buildings of this legendary cultural complex (such as the spectacular Metropolitan Opera House, left). Artists who have performed at Lincoln Center include Luciano Pavarotti, Mikhail Baryshnikov and Leonard Bernstein (for more on Bernstein, whose centennial birth celebration begins this month, see SHOWS starting on p. 28). $25, $20 students under 30. Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave., btw W. 63rd & W. 64th sts., 212.875.5350.
Guests travel in comfort on these passenger trains, stopping at stations throughout the country. Red Cap service is available for those who need assistance with their baggage. For more information, call Penn Station, Eighth Ave., 800.872.7245. CITIBIKE
Bikes available for rent for 30-minute intervals from various docking stations in Manhattan, Brooklyn and various parts of Queens and New Jersey. The website offers classes, group rides, and suggested routes and attractions. $12 for 24-Hour Access Pass, $24 for 3-Day Access Pass. citibikenyc.com. GO AIRLINK NYC/ MY SEDAN
Door-to-door shuttles and rides in late-model vans, SUVs and sedans. Save money on rides to and from JFK, LaGuardia and Newark terminals. For more information or reservations, call 877.599.8200. GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL
Trains run on the MetroNorth railroad line to and from this majestic landmark. For schedules and prices, visit mta.info/mnr. Terminal open daily 5:30 am-2 am. Stores: M-F 8 am-8 pm, Sa 10 am-8 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. Dining
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concourse: M-Sa 7 am-9 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. E. 42nd St., btw Lexington & Vanderbilt aves., 212.340.2583. GRAY LINE CITY SIGHTSEEING NEW YORK
Sightseeing tours by bus, boat and helicopter. Tours are available in 11 languages. The company also offers buses to Woodbury Common Premium Outlets seven days a week. Buses leave from the Gray Line New York Visitor Center, 777 Eighth Ave., btw W. 47th & W. 48th sts., 212.445.0848. LINCOLN LIMOUSINE
Pick from a fleet of luxury sedans including stretch and super-stretch limos, chauffeured SUVs, deluxe coaches and more for trips to surrounding airports and various tristate area destinations. 718.728.5466. LONG ISLAND RAIL ROAD
This rail service, which operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week (including all holidays), takes visitors from Penn Station or Jamaica to more than 100 destinations throughout Long Island. Stops include Long Beach, Fire Island, Oyster Bay and East Hampton. For getaway packages, pricing and schedules, go to mta.info/lirr or call 511 and say “LIRR” at any time.
M & V LIMOUSINES
This limousine company offers transportation for weddings, airports, long-distance trips and more. Choose from a variety of vehicles, including antique cars, sedans, party buses, and luxury and coach buses. The company also offers wine-tasting tour packages to the North Fork of Long Island. 631.543.0908; 800.498.5788. METRO-NORTH RAILROAD
This railroad line departs from Grand Central Terminal and travels to 120 stations throughout seven counties in New York State. On weekdays, peak-period trains run every 20-30 minutes. 212.532.4900. NJ TRANSIT
This public transportation corporation provides frequent bus and train service to points throughout New Jersey, including Newark Liberty International Airport. Save time and buy tickets and monthly passes for all train, bus routes and light rail lines with NJ TRANSIT Mobile App™, MyTix. 973.275.5555. NYC FERRY
Ferry service along the East River to and from Lower Manhattan and Midtown and parts of Brooklyn and Queens. Vessels offer charg-
ing stations, Wi-Fi and concessions. Adult one-way ticket, $2.75. Tickets purchased through the NYC Ferry app, the website or at a ticket vending machine available at ferry landings. ferry.nyc. PENN STATION
City buses and subways converge with commuter rail services to New Jersey and Long Island and national rail services to Chicago, Miami and other destinations. Eighth Ave., btw W. 31st & W. 33rd sts., 212.630.6401. PORT AUTHORITY BUS TERMINAL
This bus terminal serves approximately 200,000 passengers on a typical weekday. 625 Eighth Ave., btw W. 40th & W. 42nd sts., 800.221.9903. SUPERSHUTTLE
Bright blue-and-yellow vans transport travelers on shared rides from home, office or hotel to LaGuardia, John F. Kennedy or Newark International airports. 800.258.3826.
TOURS
AWESOME FLIGHTS LLC
This helicopter charter services flights from the New York Metro area to locations between Maine and Washington, D.C. Scenic charters of NYC are available and
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TRANSPORTATION
AMTRAK
Explore have been used for special occasions including marriage proposals, birthdays and anniversaries. Departing from Westchester County Airport, flight time is approximately 45 minutes. 199 Main St., Ste. 900, White Plains, N.Y., 914.450.2635. BEST NEW YORK TOURS
Choose from a wide range of tours by foot, subway or chauffeured luxury vehicle and explore various parts of the city including Brooklyn, Downtown, Midtown and Uptown Manhattan. Fourhour minimum for all tours. Schedules/prices vary. 516.349.7671; 516.578.9124. BIG APPLE GREETER
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Local, multilingual volunteers show tourists the ins and outs of New York City on twoto-four-hour jaunts through the city’s neighborhoods on free tours. Excursions are available both by foot and by subway. Reservations must be made at least four weeks prior to the scheduled visit. For more information, call 212.669.8159. BLAZING SADDLES
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Bicycle rentals and guided tours throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan. Bikes for children, baby seats, trailers and tagalongs available. Daily rentals include lock, helmet, handlebar bag and racks. Rentals range from $15-$30 per hour and $40-$69 per day. Pier 17, 93 South St., at the FDR Drive ; Pier 84, 555 12th Ave., at W. 44h St., 917.440.9094. CENTRAL PARK TOURS
Engaging walking, pedicab and bike tours of Manhattan’s largest urban park, including Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle and the Great Meadow. Rentals available. Times/prices vary. Btw 59th & 110th sts., btw Fifth Ave. & Central Park West, 718.419.3222. CIRCLE LINE SIGHTSEEING CRUISES
Magnificent views of the Big Apple skyline and landmarks
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can be seen on one of the fully narrated sightseeing cruises of New York Harbor. Full Island, Semi-Circle, Harbor Lights and Liberty cruises and more are available. Times/prices vary. Cruises depart from Pier 83, at W. 42nd St. & 12th Ave. For schedules, call 212.563.3200. CITYSIGHTS NY
Hop-on, hop-off double-decker bus tours by day and night allow passengers to experience Manhattan from the top (Harlem) to the bottom (Battery Park), with visits to popular attractions in Brooklyn as well. Frequent departures daily 8 am-6 pm. Prices vary. Visitors Center: 234 W. 42nd St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves. (inside the lobby of Madame Tussauds), 212.812.2700. CITYSIGHTSEEING NEW YORK CRUISES
Explore Manhattan and Brooklyn on all-day hopon, hop-off sightseeing cruises, with a minimum of four locations. Photo opportunities include the Statue of Liberty, panoramic views of Manhattan’s East and West sides, and sailing under the Brooklyn Bridge. On 90-minute Twilight sails passengers glide past the city’s most iconic sights. Pier 78, 455 12th Ave., at W. 38th St., 212.445.7599. GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL AUDIO TOUR
Learn the secrets and compelling history of the famous transportation hub with this self-guided audio tour, available on a device from Orpheo. $9 adults, $7 seniors/disabled, students/ children. Pickup from GCT Tour Window on the Main Concourse. 89 E. 42nd St., at Park Ave., 917.566.0008. HARLEM SPIRITUALS GOSPEL AND JAZZ TOURS
Visitors experience informative sightseeing tours that showcase Harlem’s rich cul-
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tural diversity and world-famous sites and attractions centered around gospel and jazz music. Some tours include brunch or lunch. Dates/times vary. $55-$135. 690 Eighth Ave., btw W. 43rd & W. 44th sts., 212.391.0900. HIDDEN HARBOR TOUR
Choose from three different tours, such as the Newark Bay, Brooklyn and North River, to explore the waterfront of the city, including historic ships, ferry terminals, the Navy Yard and container ships, among other sights. May-Oct. Prices/ times vary. HIGH QUALITY TOURS
Choose from a number of different tour packages, including Land & Sea NYC; Comedy, Cocktails & Clues in Luxury; Manhattan Tour; Brooklyn Tour; and Queens Lucky 7 Tour. Tours include travel in luxury vehicles, stops for photo ops, with some tours offering gourmet meals. 800.995.1147. MADISON SQUARE GARDEN ALL-ACCESS TOUR
This tour of one of the world’s most famous sports and entertainment arenas includes VIP areas, locker rooms and an exhibition on the greatest moments in the landmark’s 130-year history. Daily 10:30 am-3 pm. $26.95 adults, $18.95 seniors/students, $17.95 children. Seventh Ave., at W. 33rd St., 866.858.0008. MASONIC HALL
This historic structure, built in 1873, is an exquisite series of rooms which include handwrought plaster details set in gilt and vibrant colors. Tours are free and are conducted M-Sa, 10:30 am and 2:15 pm. 71 W. 23rd St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 800.362.7664. METRO TOUR SERVICE
Walking tours of Fort Greene and Clinton Hill, Brooklyn. $25. Tours depart from Brooklyn Academy of Music’s Peter Jay Sharp Building, 30
Lafayette Ave., btw Ashland Pl. & Felix St., Clinton Hill, Brooklyn. Call 917.558.0089 for tour dates.
variety of routes. All tours are kid-friendly. 2 E. 42nd St., btw Madison & Fifth aves., 212.664.0300.
REAL NEW YORK TOURS
TOURS OF THE CITY
This operator offers tours of the Lower East Side and Williamsburg, Brooklyn; Morningside Heights and Harlem; six- hour tours of the entire island from Central Park to Chinatown; and more. Schedules/prices vary. 917.572.7017.
Justin Ferate takes visitors via foot, limousine or bus to hidden gems of the city: Governors Island, GreenWood Cemetery, Art Deco in Midtown Manhattan, New York in 1776, Art in the Subway and Next Stop Grand Central Terminal. Ferate will also custom design tours for groups, corporations and organizations. Dates/times/prices vary. 212.223.2777.
SCOTT’S PIZZA TOURS
Scott Wiener created his tour company from his passion for great NYC pizza. Various tours include a Lower East Side/East Village Pizza Walk, Brooklyn Pizza Walk and Times Square Pizza Walk, along with bus tours as well. Prices/times/locations vary. 212.913.9903. SPIRIT CRUISES
These cruises around Manhattan offer dancing, entertainment, and fine and casual dining. Lunch, dinner and cocktail cruises available, as well as private yacht cruises. Times/prices vary. Chelsea Piers, Pier 61, at W. 21st St. & the West Side Hwy.; Lincoln Harbor Yacht Club, 1500 Harbor Blvd., btw Park Ave. & 19th St., Weehawken, N.J., 866.483.3866. STATUE CRUISES
Ferries carry visitors to the Statue of Liberty National Monument 100 times a week. Packages include admission to the Statue of LIberty and Ellis Island National Immigration Museum. Daily departure times from Battery Park vary. $18.50 adults, $14 seniors (62+), $9 children ages 4-12, under 4 free. Audio tour included. 201.604.2800. TOP VIEW
See the best of the city with different tour options, including a Light Up New York Night Tour, All City Pass 1-Day Tour, All City Plus 5-Day Tour and others. Tours include audio commentary, top attractions and a
TURNSTILE TOURS
Enjoy two-hour walking tours of Manhattan’s Financial District or Midtown, and experience some of the finest street food the city has to offer. Each tour includes 5-6 generous tastings from trucks and carts that offer a rotating menu of dishes such as falafel and lamb off the bone, halal chicken and rice, Korean short ribs, Belgian waffles and other items. You will also learn what it takes to run and maintain a food cart in NYC. Prices/ schedules/locations vary. 347.903.8687. VIATOR TOURS
This huge tour company offers a wide variety of tours, including VIP, helicopter and out-of-town tours. Choose from such tours as Mornings at MoMA and Empty Met Tour at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (part of the VIP tours), NYC Evening Helicopter Flight and Statue of Liberty Cruise and many others. 888.651.9785. WOOLWORTH BUILDING
The landmark Woolworth Building, built for Frank W. Woolworth in 1913, was once the tallest building in the world. Tours of the magnificent vintage lobby are available, and a bar/restaurant, The Wooly Public, is on the first floor. 233 Broadway, btw Park Pl. & Barclay St., 203.966.9663.
Be Well Aerin It is not suprising that Aerin Lauder Zinterhofer has created her own lifestyle lines. After all, the 47-year-old heiress is the granddaughter of beauty magnate Estée Lauder and daughter of Clinique Laboratories chairman Ronald Lauder. Zinterhofer began with a cosmetics line and then expanded into perfume, accessories, jewelry and decor, but her luscious-scented fragrances and body lotions (left) are particularly popular. Available at all fine department stores and aerin.com.
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The Australian skin-care company’s store carries products from the brand’s extensive collection of skin, hair and fragrance lines. 232 Elizabeth St., btw Prince & E. Houston sts., 212.431.441; and several other NYC locations. ALLURE DAY SPA & HAIR DESIGN
A full-service spa/salon offering manicures, soothing pedicures, age-defying facials, precision haircuts and color correction. 139 E. 55th St., btw Third & Lexington aves., 212.644.5500.
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Combining natural ingredients and modern alchemy, this beauty line offers skin, body and hair-care products, as well as fragrances and makeup. 57 Spring St., btw Mulberry & Lafayette sts., 212.925.0099; and three other NYC locations.
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HIBBA BEAUTY
Styling, coloring and hairrepair treatments, as well as facials, waxing, body wraps, massages and eyebrow threading are available at this celebrity favorite. 234 Third Ave., btw E. 19th & E. 20th sts., 212.420.6565.
Hair removal and shaping is the specialty at this beauty spot, which focuses on threading, waxing (using an in-house mixture) and sugaring based on skin type and sensitivity. Brow reformation and ayurveda facials are also available. 448 W. Broadway, 2nd fl., btw Prince & W. Houston sts., 212.260.4321; and two other NYC locations.
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Scrivo invites visitors for a high-quality cut, coloring or styling session at one of her spacious salons. Luxurious spa services and makeup application are also available. 139 Fifth Ave., 2nd fl., btw 20th & 21st sts., 212.677.7315; and one other NYC location.
This national chain offers a number of blowout styles at a range of prices and a variety of add-ons, such as scalp massage and hair masks. 4 W. 16th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.561.5392; and several other NYC locations. EVA SCRIVO SALON
Stylist and beauty expert Eva
The location also offers a men-only floor dedicated to grooming. 540 Park Ave., at E. 61st St., 212.888.8988.
ment. 250 W. 78th St., btw Broadway & West End Ave., 212.933.1974.
MICHAEL ANGELO’S WONDERLAND BEAUTY PARLOR
Create your own signature scent at this appointmentonly fragrance studio in TriBeCa. 85 Franklin St., btw Broadway & Church sts., 917.449.1134.
Art exhibitions are mounted at the eponymous, industrial space with Lucite chairs, pink vanities, whimsical mirrors and glass chandeliers; hair and makeup services include blowouts, color corrections and manicures. 418 W. 13th St., btw Greenwich & Washington sts., 212.524.2800. OSSWALD
With a brand that dates back to 1921, this family-owned shop boasts a vast array of high-end fragrances and luxury skin-care products for men and women. 311 W. Broadway, btw Canal & Grand sts., 212.625.3111. OUIDAD HAIR SALON
JULIEN FAREL RESTORE SALON & SPA
For over 30 years, this bright, airy, 5,000-square-foot loft flagship salon has specialized in treating and caring for curls and textured hair. 37 W. 57th St., #401, btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.888.3288.
A celebrity hairstylist has developed a “Power Beauty Menu,” which includes under60-minute treatments for hair, nails and body, at his 10,000-square-foot space.
Upper West Side residents flock to this nail salon for long-lasting manicures in a friendly and clean environ-
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SHEN BEAUTY
This boutique beauty and body care shop offers a curated selection of makeup, perfume, wellness and baby products from brands such as Cowshed, Griffin Remedy, Rare Elements and others. 315 Court St., btw Sackett & Degraw sts., Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, 718.576.2679. YIN BEAUTY & ARTS SPA
The Eastern philosophy of feng shui is incorporated into massages, therapies and acupuncture sessions so as to clear client’s chi or inner energy. 103 W. 86th St., at Columbus Ave., 212.362.2626.
SPAS/WELLNESS
ADVANCED SKIN CARE DAY SPA
Traditional Eastern European and global treatments are blended with advanced beauty techniques in a quiet and sunny space. 200 W. 57th St., Ste. 710, btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 212.758.8867.
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ASANDA SPA LOUNGE
EXHALE MIND BODY SPA
Following the practices of Eastern holistics and aromatherapy, this spa and salon provides treatments for damaged and thinning hair in both women and men, along with facials, massages, manicures, pedicures and hairstyling. Waxing, lashes, sugaring and more are also available. 598 Broadway, btw Prince & E. Houston sts., 212.966.0219; and one other NYC location.
This spa and its sister sites target the mind and body with fitness classes—yoga, cardio, barre—and healing therapies, such as facials, massages, acupuncture, scrubs and more. 420 Park Ave. So., btw E. 28th & E. 29th sts., 646.380.5330; and two other NYC locations.
CENTER FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF THERAPEUTIC ARTS
Wellness professionals, cancer patients and the general public alike are welcome at this holistic center, which offers master classes and clinical programs and where licensed massage therapists and other healers are on hand to address guests’ physical and mental ailments. 122 W. 26th St., 7th fl., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.229.1529. CORNELIA SPA AT THE SURREY
Guests indulge in such services as clarifying facials, hot stone massages, manicures, pedicures, waxing, body polishing, detoxification and more, all inside the comfort of The Surrey hotel. 20 E. 76th St., btw Madison & Fifth aves., 646.358.3600. ELIZABETH ARDEN RED DOOR SPA
At this sumptuous retreat named after the legendary beauty mogul, services include massages and facials, body wraps and scrubs, as well as hairstyling and makeup applications. 663 Fifth Ave., btw 52nd & 53rd sts., 212.546.0200; and several other NYC locations.
THE FOUR SEASONS SPA
Traditional massage treatments, such as deep tissue and Swedish, are offered alongside antioxidant fullbody scrubs, enzyme peels and Eastern treatments, such as Shiatsu, reflexology and hot stone therapy. Four Seasons Hotel, 57 E. 57th St., btw Park & Madison aves., 212.758.5700. GLEASON’S GYM
Box at the oldest boxing gym in the United States. Take a swing in one of the rings, spar with a punching bag, pin someone to the mat or use cardio equipment and free weights. The gym has special day rates for both exercisers and those who just want to take a look around and watch. 130 Water St., btw Washington & Adams sts., DUMBO, Brooklyn, 718.797.2872. GRACEFUL SERVICES & GRACEFUL SPA
Traditional Chinese and Thai techniques, plus prenatal massage, stretching, body scrubs, facials and more. 1095 Second Ave., 2nd fl., btw E. 57th & E. 58th sts., 212.593.9904; and one other NYC location. GREAT JONES SPA
EXCEED PHYSICAL CULTURE
A full-service holistic spa offering luxurious treatments beside an indoor waterfall, in hot tubs or the chakra-light steam room. 29 Great Jones St., btw Bowery & Lafayette St., 212.505.3185.
Intense 50-minute workouts at this boutique fitness center offer strength building, cardio exercises and interval training. 1477 Third Ave., btw E. 83rd & E. 84th sts., 212.481.5300; and one other NYC location.
This luxurious spa features 15 intimate treatment rooms for guests to enjoy massages, body wraps, hot stone therapy, nail treatments, makeup
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GUERLAIN SPA
application and its exclusive facial massage technique, originally developed at the first Guerlain “Institut de Beauté” in Paris in 1939. Located inside the Plaza hotel. 768 Fifth Ave., at Central Park So., 212.759.3000. HAVEN SPA
A menu of men’s and women’s skin-care services, body treatments, waxing and sunless tanning. 150 Mercer St., btw Prince & W. Houston sts., 212.343.3515. HYPE GYM
Amenities at this exclusive gym include indoor and outdoor fitness studios, laundry and towel service, and massage therapy. 480 Second Ave., at E. 27th St., 646.201.9387. MANHATTAN TOTAL HEALTH
The full-service rehabilitation facility treats physical and stress injuries and is dedicated to relieving and correcting pain and strengthening the body. 57 W. 57th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.906.0140; and three other NYC locations. NEW YORK HEALTH AND RACQUET CLUB
One of the city’s larger gym chains, boasting more than 10 locations, offers $50 day passes that provide access to the club’s cardio and weight-lifting machines, pools, locker-room facilities and more. 18 E. 50th St., at Fifth Ave., 212.593.1500. NUANSA SPA
With a spa menu of over 20 offerings, including massages specifically for jet-lagged travelers, mothers-to-be and couples, as well as facials and body scrubs, Nuansa has a wide variety of treatments. 605 Fifth Ave., 5th fl., btw 48th & 49th sts., 212.602.1500. ROSENBERG WELLNESS CENTER
Using innovative, nonsurgical techniques, this chiropractic care center offers relief from spinal and joint pain caused
by long flights, athletic overexertion and injuries. 635 Madison Ave., btw E. 59th & E. 60th sts., 212.858.0015. THE SETAI WALL STREET
Guests rejuvenate and relax with custom-designed treatments, such as signature facials for men and women. 40 Broad St., at Exchange Pl., 212.792.6193. THE SPA AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL
This spa, located in the fivestar Mandarin Oriental hotel, features an Oriental Tea Lounge; Thai yoga suite with deep-soaking tub; a VIP Spa Suite with a fireplace, private steam and shower; and an amethyst crystal steam room, among other amenities. 80 Columbus Cir., 35th fl., at W. 59th St., 212.805.8880. TIMELESS, A MARILYN MONROE SPA
Located inside the Hyatt Centric Times Square, this new spa offers massages, beauty treatments, hairstyling, waxing and manicures in a classy space themed around its celebrity namesake. 135 W. 45th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 646.640.3830. TMPL GYM
This high-tech fitness space comes courtesy of gym guru David Barton and combines the latest high-tech training areas—a metabolic studio, virtual-reality spin studio, 30-foot video wall, 25-meter saltwater pool, smart cardio machines and more than 20 group fitness classes. 355 W. 49th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 917.521.6666. 24 HOUR FITNESS
This around-the-clock fitness center bordering Midtown features free weights, a steam room and whirlpool, group classes, personal viewing screens, personal training, a pro shop, a juice bar and Wi-Fi. 225 Fifth Ave., at 27th St., 212.271.1002; plus two other NYC locations.
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We’re addicted to decadent desserts
Local influencers weigh in on where to feed their obsession with decadent desserts this month. Everyone, from hotel concierges to movie stars, loves NYC sweets, be they served as a cocktail (raspberry chocolate martini, anyone?) or a Chlostess Cupcake—and if you don’t know what that is, read on. For more great desserts in the city, visit wheretraveler.com
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Ayza The raspberry chocolate martini here is made with Chambord and Kahlúa. Every martini comes with a Jacques Torres truffle. Perfection. –Diana Romero, Concierge, St Giles New York
Brooklyn Farmacy Milkshake: check. Comfortable shoes: check. Having a slit in your dress to make you
feel better about the aforementioned: check. –Blake Lively, actress
The Polo Bar Where the elite meet to eat, this restaurant apparently also makes killer desserts. –Hillary Clinton, seen here enjoying a chocolate sundae
with four desserts on it. –Chrissy Teigen & John Legend
Mamo These two pop superstars are known to frequently order the cheesecake alla lavanda at this stateside outpost of the French Riviera restaurant. –JAY-Z & Beyoncé
Loring Place This famous duo showed off their table via Snapchat
By Chloe This film star feasted on a trio
of pastries at this vegan eatery recently, including the signature "Chlostesss Cupcakes.” –Anna Kendrick
Serendipity 3 Everyone from Marilyn Monroe to these stars have been known to come here and indulge in the Frrrozen Hot Chocolate. –Leonardo DiCaprio, Lukas Haas, Jimmy Fallon
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Vanilla ice cream “blizzard” at Loring Place