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USA : NEW YORK - May 2008
Go Shop
FLIGHT 001
( 96 Greenwich Ave. Tel. 212-989-0001 )
www.flight001.com For everything a traveler could need, check out this sleek new store modeled after the inside of an airplane. Flight 001 offers everything from passport covers and colorful luggage to iPod docks.
( 96 Greenwich Ave. Tel. 212-989-0001 )
www.flight001.com For everything a traveler could need, check out this sleek new store modeled after the inside of an airplane. Flight 001 offers everything from passport covers and colorful luggage to iPod docks.
GLOBAL TABLE
( 107 Sullivan St. Tel. 212-431-5839 )
www.globaltable.com You dont have to travel the world to collect unique plates and dishes: Global Table in SoHo offers a selection fit for any feast. Find everything from Japanese noodle bowls to Moroccan tea sets.
( 107 Sullivan St. Tel. 212-431-5839 )
www.globaltable.com You dont have to travel the world to collect unique plates and dishes: Global Table in SoHo offers a selection fit for any feast. Find everything from Japanese noodle bowls to Moroccan tea sets.
HONEY IN THE ROUGH
( 161 Rivington St. Tel. 212-228-6415 )
www.honeyintherough.com An adorable boutique full of unique finds, Honey in the Rough features 1940s-style dresses, vintage jewelry, organic makeup, funky flats and more. Its not surprising that Lucky magazine voted it one of the top 100 boutiques in the city.
( 161 Rivington St. Tel. 212-228-6415 )
www.honeyintherough.com An adorable boutique full of unique finds, Honey in the Rough features 1940s-style dresses, vintage jewelry, organic makeup, funky flats and more. Its not surprising that Lucky magazine voted it one of the top 100 boutiques in the city.
MADEWELL
( 486 Broadway. Tel. 212-226-6954 )
www.madewell1937.com This J.Crew sister store originated on the West Coast, and its set to take Manhattan by storm. Yellow rain boots, cotton shorts and other sunny styles appeal to a laidback younger set.
( 486 Broadway. Tel. 212-226-6954 )
www.madewell1937.com This J.Crew sister store originated on the West Coast, and its set to take Manhattan by storm. Yellow rain boots, cotton shorts and other sunny styles appeal to a laidback younger set.
Go See
EL MUSEO DE BARRIO
( 1230 Fifth Ave. Tel. 212-831-7272 )
www.elmuseo.org The citys foremost museum specializing in Puerto Rican, Caribbean and Latin American art, El Museo del Barrio has put together provocative shows for more than 30 years. This month, catch Arte ≠ Vida, an exciting exhibition of Hispanic performance art spanning four decades.
( 1230 Fifth Ave. Tel. 212-831-7272 )
www.elmuseo.org The citys foremost museum specializing in Puerto Rican, Caribbean and Latin American art, El Museo del Barrio has put together provocative shows for more than 30 years. This month, catch Arte ≠ Vida, an exciting exhibition of Hispanic performance art spanning four decades.
MUSEUM OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK
( 1220 Fifth Ave. Tel. 212-534-1672 )
www.mcny.org New to the area? Then stop by the enlightening Museum of the City of New York and get caught up on the areas history. Youll find photography, painting, sculpture and toys that tell the tale of the city.
( 1220 Fifth Ave. Tel. 212-534-1672 )
www.mcny.org New to the area? Then stop by the enlightening Museum of the City of New York and get caught up on the areas history. Youll find photography, painting, sculpture and toys that tell the tale of the city.
NEW YORK CHINESE SCHOLARS GARDEN
( 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island. Tel. 718-273-8200 )
www.sibg.org A new addition to the Staten Island Botanical Garden, this traditional Chinese garden offers a Zen way to spend an afternoon. Crafted in accordance with ancient traditions, it includes a tranquility pavilion and poetry wall.
( 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island. Tel. 718-273-8200 )
www.sibg.org A new addition to the Staten Island Botanical Garden, this traditional Chinese garden offers a Zen way to spend an afternoon. Crafted in accordance with ancient traditions, it includes a tranquility pavilion and poetry wall.
NEW YORK YANKEES
( At Yankee Stadium, 161 St and River Ave, Bronx. Tel. 212-307-1212 )
www.yankees.com Its almost summer, and that means its time for baseball. The Yanks play more than 15 home games this month. This is the last season at the current Yankee Stadium, so try and score tickets to get in on the action.
( At Yankee Stadium, 161 St and River Ave, Bronx. Tel. 212-307-1212 )
www.yankees.com Its almost summer, and that means its time for baseball. The Yanks play more than 15 home games this month. This is the last season at the current Yankee Stadium, so try and score tickets to get in on the action.
THE UKRAINIAN MUSEUM
( 222 E Sixth St. Tel. 212-228-0110 )
www.ukrainianmuseum.org The Ukrainian Museum offers rare insights into a fascinating and often underappreciated culture. Dont miss the folk art collection, featuring festive costumes, exquisite carved bowls and delicate Easter eggs.
( 222 E Sixth St. Tel. 212-228-0110 )
www.ukrainianmuseum.org The Ukrainian Museum offers rare insights into a fascinating and often underappreciated culture. Dont miss the folk art collection, featuring festive costumes, exquisite carved bowls and delicate Easter eggs.
Go Eat
DA BHANG CAFÉ
( 45 W Eighth St. Tel. 212-475-1711 )
An excellent choice for brunch, Da Bhang offers freshly baked pastries and coffee in a relaxed setting. Try the homemade waffles, which come topped with pecans, fresh fruit, chocolate, cinnamon and frozen yogurt. $
( 45 W Eighth St. Tel. 212-475-1711 )
An excellent choice for brunch, Da Bhang offers freshly baked pastries and coffee in a relaxed setting. Try the homemade waffles, which come topped with pecans, fresh fruit, chocolate, cinnamon and frozen yogurt. $
MEZZOGIORNO
( 195 Spring St. Tel. 212-334-2112 )
www.mezzogiorno.com After a busy day of shopping in SoHo, settle down at Mezzogiorno for hearty portions of pasta at a reasonable price. Dont miss the black linguini in spicy tomato sauce. $$
( 195 Spring St. Tel. 212-334-2112 )
www.mezzogiorno.com After a busy day of shopping in SoHo, settle down at Mezzogiorno for hearty portions of pasta at a reasonable price. Dont miss the black linguini in spicy tomato sauce. $$
PINCH AND SMAC
( 474 Columbus Ave. Tel. 212-686-5222 )
www.pinchandsmac.com This dual restaurant focuses on two specialties: pizza and mac and cheese. Pinch offers fresh dough with more than 40 toppings; SMac offers skillets of bubbling cheeses (from Gruyère to Pecorino) and plenty of toppings. $
( 474 Columbus Ave. Tel. 212-686-5222 )
www.pinchandsmac.com This dual restaurant focuses on two specialties: pizza and mac and cheese. Pinch offers fresh dough with more than 40 toppings; SMac offers skillets of bubbling cheeses (from Gruyère to Pecorino) and plenty of toppings. $
SAKAE SUSHI
( 405 Lexington Ave. Tel. 877-725-2387 )
www.sakae-sushi.com This popular Singaporean sushi joint has just opened its first American location, and its hard to beat. Select a sashimi dish from the conveyor belt, or order salmon belly soup or other entrées from a touch-screen menu. $$
( 405 Lexington Ave. Tel. 877-725-2387 )
www.sakae-sushi.com This popular Singaporean sushi joint has just opened its first American location, and its hard to beat. Select a sashimi dish from the conveyor belt, or order salmon belly soup or other entrées from a touch-screen menu. $$
UTSAV
( 1185 Avenue Of The Americas. Tel. 212-575-2525 )
www.utsavny.com Conveniently located near Times Square, Utsav offers a large selection of Indian dishes, including many vegetarian options. Try the baby eggplant in a sweet and sour tomato yogurt sauce. $$$
( 1185 Avenue Of The Americas. Tel. 212-575-2525 )
www.utsavny.com Conveniently located near Times Square, Utsav offers a large selection of Indian dishes, including many vegetarian options. Try the baby eggplant in a sweet and sour tomato yogurt sauce. $$$
Go Party
BAMBOO 52
( 344 W 52nd St. Tel. 212-315-2777 )
www.bamboo52nyc.com Offering a combined sushi bar and lounge, Bamboo 52 is a new addition to the Hells Kitchen area. Take advantage of the enormous backyard and bamboo garden; its the perfect place for a saketini cocktail to toast the early summer nights in the city.
( 344 W 52nd St. Tel. 212-315-2777 )
www.bamboo52nyc.com Offering a combined sushi bar and lounge, Bamboo 52 is a new addition to the Hells Kitchen area. Take advantage of the enormous backyard and bamboo garden; its the perfect place for a saketini cocktail to toast the early summer nights in the city.
FUSION
( 818 Tenth Ave. Tel. 212-397-1133 )
Classy and intimate, Fusion is consistently voted one of New Yorks best bars. The setting is full of bright colors and vintage furniture, perfect for lounging and sipping oversized martinis after a long day.
( 818 Tenth Ave. Tel. 212-397-1133 )
Classy and intimate, Fusion is consistently voted one of New Yorks best bars. The setting is full of bright colors and vintage furniture, perfect for lounging and sipping oversized martinis after a long day.
HOME AND GUEST HOUSE
( 532 and 542 W 27th St. Tel. 212-273-3700 )
www.homeguesthouse.com Home and Guest House are neighboring clubs, so you can easily make a night of partying at both. Candlelit staircases draw you into each Chelsea space, leading upstairs to lofts where the elite go to party.
( 532 and 542 W 27th St. Tel. 212-273-3700 )
www.homeguesthouse.com Home and Guest House are neighboring clubs, so you can easily make a night of partying at both. Candlelit staircases draw you into each Chelsea space, leading upstairs to lofts where the elite go to party.
POP BURGER
( 58-60 Ninth Ave. Tel. 212-414-8686 )
www.popburger.com A fast food eatery by day, Pop Burger is a fun place to chill out by night. DJs spin an eclectic array of music, theres a comfortable lounge for dancing, and drinks and munchies are offered late into the night.
( 58-60 Ninth Ave. Tel. 212-414-8686 )
www.popburger.com A fast food eatery by day, Pop Burger is a fun place to chill out by night. DJs spin an eclectic array of music, theres a comfortable lounge for dancing, and drinks and munchies are offered late into the night.
Go Day-Tripping
MOHONK MOUNTAIN HOUSE
( 90 miles north of New York City . Tel. 845-255-1000 )
www.mohonk.com This breathtaking Victorian castle in the Hudson Valley is a popular weekend escape for city-dwellers. Explore the house and gardens or stay overnight to take advantage of swimming, tennis, fine dining and spa facilities.
( 90 miles north of New York City . Tel. 845-255-1000 )
www.mohonk.com This breathtaking Victorian castle in the Hudson Valley is a popular weekend escape for city-dwellers. Explore the house and gardens or stay overnight to take advantage of swimming, tennis, fine dining and spa facilities.
Fun Fact!
The Dutch gave New Amsterdam (later known as New York City) to the British in 1667. In return, they got a small island in the Indian Ocean then famous for its nutmeg.Compiled by JANE WOLKOWICZ
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