I HEART NY
Some say ‘New York is BACK!’, I say, it never went away! The Big Apple is thriving, and now more than ever there are so many reasons to love New York. From restaurants to hotels, to culture and shopping, getting into the empire state of mind has never been more exciting. So, just in time for Valentine’s Day, here are my picks for what to do, eat, see and more in the city I love. Cause yep, this February, I’m in a New York, New York state of mind.
Where to NOSH
“When I'm back in New York - and this is a terrible thing to complain about - I eat a lot more really, really good food than perhaps I'd like to.”
— Anthony Bourdain
Located in the heart of LES, Casino draws its inspiration from the fresh, coastal cuisine of the French and Italian Riviera.
A new place at for former Eisenberg’s lunch counter, from the owners of Court Street Grocers, serving iconic NYC diner favorites.
A West Village bistro with a focus on locally sourced and sustainable ingredients with a playful and creative menu that reflects the changing seasons.
A lively, wine-focused New York restaurant inspired by the contemporary bistros and trattorias of Europe.
Born in 1936, this chic spot is located in heartbeat of Midtown with timeless fare and an iconic vibe.
A seafood-focused restaurant from chef Marcus Samuelsson, located in Chelsea's vibrant arts neighborhood in New York City.
A Korean restaurant in the Flatiron serving homestyle food in an elegant space.
Where to REST
“There is something in the New York air that makes sleep useless.”
— Simone de Beauvoir
Long a haven for creatives, this legendary space has been reborn as a world-class hotel by Sean MacPherson.
A turn of the century Beaux-Arts building has been masterfully restored to its original grandeur and is now home to The Ned.
Sophisticated with an air of French elegance, this Soho newbie brings a chic art deco elegance to the city that never sleeps.
The newest destination in one of the world’s greatest cities. The Aman brings its signature aura of rarefied calm to the very heart of Manhattan.
Located just over the Williamsburg Bridge, the Moxy is in the heart of Brooklyn's vibrant nightlife, restaurant, and bar scene.
Where to REVIVE
“I went to New York City to be born again.”
— Kurt Vonnegut
Located in the Flatiron, the worlds first social wellness club is a temptation and toxin-free club designed to simultaneously enhance your health and social life.
A holistic skincare spot, the new Tribeca location offers innovative, physician-validated services for great skin, made easy.
Sage + Sound is a wellness destination offering curated programming, products and self-care services in a revitalizing and approachable community.
What to DO
“One can’t paint New York as it is, but rather as it is felt.”
— Georgia O’Keefe
The show covers the entire breadth of the artist's career, and features sculpture, installation, video, and rarely seen early works.
Tony nominee Josh Groban and Tony winner Annaleigh Ashford star in the classic Sondheim musical thriller.
The show features more than 200 images ranging from iconic staples of visual culture to rare and intimate portraits of hip-hop’s biggest stars from legendary pioneers to modern icons of today.
Academy Award winner Jessica Chastain stars in this thrilling reinvention of the Ibsen classic.
Acclaimed artist Lily Kwong, the designer for The Orchid Show’s 20th year, presents a meditative and captivating design inspired by her ancestral connections to the natural world.
The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis play the works of the artist composer and are joined by her for part of the performance.
Photo by Brian McMillen
Artists re-create the rooms of Seneca Village, a vibrant nineteenth-century community of predominantly Black landowners and tenants that flourished in an area just west of The Met, in what is now Central Park through a re-imagined lens.
Where to SHOP
“I look out the window and I see the lights and the skyline and the people on the street rushing around looking for action, love, and the world’s greatest chocolate chip cookie, and my heart does a little dance.”
— Nora Ephron
The cult-favorite Soho store features the Queens, NY native’s modern sophisticated take on menswear.
The iconic retailer and purveyor of off-price luxury fashion is back and will introduce a revitalized shopping experience for shoppers of all stripes.
Cakes made with unique flavors and seasonal products are the feature in this East Village spot.
PORTA brings together European tableware and home furnishings, focusing on local craft, independent artisans, unique design and everyday use.
The Soho boutique offers the best of hand-selected European and Japanese men's and women's contemporary fashion.
