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Little Italy and Chinatown Walking Tour by Ahoy New York Tours and Tasting
There is an area of New York that everyone has heard of that does not seem to get enough credit. The southeast section of Manhattan is affectionately known as Little Italy and Chinatown. Admittedly very few people I know, even nearest New Yorkers, have gone through it in depth. Little Italy and Chinatown Food…
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Coletta – Newest Vegan Restaurant by Guy Vaknin
This week, Coletta, by celebrity chef Guy Vaknin, just opened its doors in New York City. I was already a fan of his other restaurant called Beyond Sushi, so I was pretty curious to check this out. Coletta is a small and intimate restaurant located just east of NYU on the east side of Manhattan. …
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Churrascaria Plataforma – Rodizio in Midtown Manhattan
The Churrascaria Plataforma in Midtown NYC is a classic and highly rated Brazilian restaurant. It serves the traditional rodizio or what I call the carnivore’s dream. You are given a card that has red on one side and green on the other. If you have it with the green side up, wonderful servers with…
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Greenwich Village Food Tour by Manhattan Walking Tours
We enjoyed the Greenwich Village Food Tour provided by Manhattan Walking Tours. There are many walking tours covering different parts of Manhattan. What makes this one unique is its great hands-on approach. We have lived in New York most of our lives and have been in the Village countless times. That said, this walking…
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Freehand Hotel – Heart of Gramercy
The Freehand Hotel in the downtown Gramercy area of Manhattan screams cool. It is the location in the hip district just east of NYU. We found that everything about the hotel, from its lobby and design, has a cool, hipster feel but done well enough that I consider it family-friendly. The lobby has this…
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Chicago on Broadway – Amra-Faye Wright
Chicago has been running for 25 years on Broadway and is a Quintessential New York show. It is the perfect addition for any family with teens visiting New York. There is something unique that stands out about Bob Fosse‘s choreography and direction; you can understand it immediately upon seeing it. It has a unique…
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Conrad Midtown – Just Next to Broadway
The Conrad Midtown location is exactly where you’d want to be if you’re visiting NYC to see some Broadway shows and explore Times Square. It is close enough to get to the shows and the adventure of Times Square but far enough to get away when the commotion starts driving you crazy. Manhattan in…
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The Escape Game New York City
The Escape Game New York City has some brilliant games and provides a family bonding activity. There’s only so much Times Square I can handle! There are so many escape rooms that I felt we needed a different angle for this story. In this case, this had to be one of the most intricate games…
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La Grande Boucherie NYC reviews
Saying La Grande Boucherie is a French restaurant in Midtown, New York, is an understatement. The presence of its space hits you once you approach the restaurant. Not only does it look like a beautiful Parisian restaurant, but it’s also such an immense space that envelops you, transporting you to France. The restaurant itself extends…
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Ichiran New York – Authentic Ramen
As you pass through the curtain into the dining area, Ichiran provides the feeling of authenticity. It is set up with traditional rows of seating, separated by a removable partition. The sounds, smells, and noise in the kitchen are strongly reminiscent of being in Tokyo. The order form with the checkboxes also follows suit and…
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