It's a U.S. outpost of a Kyoto watchmaking operation, & the gimmick is that they build their magnificent timepieces right there in the store. It's always inspiring to see a master at work. Read more.
Seafood is the specialty here, but dessert lovers should save room for the donut plate or the sticky rice pudding. Read more.
Emerging Thursday through Saturday (from 11PM - 3AM) the low-key bar swaps avocados for alcohol & boasts a pop-up DJ booth, with a disco ball thrown in for added flavor.
Two summer Saturdays a month between 1-7pm--the hotel hosts a "bazaar" in its garden. Open to the public + guests. They'll try to sell you the Blueprint Cleanse, but we'd rather have a cocktail Read more.
Just outside the building, five men were among the first casualties in the Boston Massacre. The Declaration of Independence was proclaimed from the balcony in 1776.
Beyond the bikinis and flip-flops, there's a rainbow array of summer-weight cashmere cardigans, along with coral-hued sundresses and patent flats. Read more.
Moby raved about the seitan taquitos here - in his New York Diet, he called the mini-tacos topped with pineapple, guacamole, and salsa "spectacular." Read more.
Eating at Ammos is like taking a vacation to the Greek Islands. Serving some of the freshest and most authentic Greek dishes, Ammos is a truly transporting experience.
The restaurant is known for its Saturday brunches with live music, dancing, and dishes like feijoada, the traditional Brazilian stew made with beans, beef and pork.
Go for the Midnight Brunch: and replace your 3 AM pizza habit with dishes like turkey stuffing burgers; roasted veggie chili; and nachos with black beans, salsa roja and cheddar cheese.
One of the most successful art dealers of the early 1960s and 70s, Leo Castelli died in 1999, but his gallery continues to present shows of major historical works.
Check out the big new exhibit on Abstract Expressionism running from October 3, 2010, to April 25, 2011. Virtually all of the art — 300 works by 30 artists — comes from the museum's own collection. Read more.
Recommended: Quesadillas, burritos, tacos and chips with salsa. When asked if you want guacamole, the correct answer is “yes.” Read more.
The $14 Jane Burger (with cheddar, double-smoked bacon and a special sauce) is a popular and juicy menu item. Read more.
Enter any La Colombe cafe and one immediately notices what is missing - the merchandising and clutter of branded T-shirts, coffee mugs, home coffee machines and lunch foods.
The most authentic Thai food in Chicago. They have the best Tom Ka Ghai soup and fried whole fish with red curry sauce. The boys and I eat there at least once a week. -Malika Ameen, Top Chef Just Dess
Miami’s best indie crowd. With a massive outdoor area full of trees and cozy seating areas, you’ll feel like you are partying in the backyard of a stranger's mansion. -Michael Cohen, Miami Social
Nothing on the lunch menu costs more than $15. On a recent visit, the daily po'boy was made with five fat, juicy fried oysters. A plentiful BLT is summer comfort food defined. Read more.
Chef Scott Conant recommends the “spectacular” lobster-basil tramezzini, as told to us in his New York Diet. Read more.
Sample the selection of grilled cheese, banh mi, beef short rib, & turkey confit sandwiches. Custom sodas such as vanilla kola & lemongrass-lime leaf help wash down the great food. Read more.
From 10pm to close (every day but Saturday), get $4 drafts, $5 sangria, $6 wines by the glass and $7 specialty cocktails, such as the bourbon-based Peppery Pear. Read more.
LIC gets in on the rooftop lounge scene with this 7,000 square-foot launch pad, boasting stellar views of Manhattan and thumping Sunday brunch scene. It’s all you can eat for $20 after noon. Read more.
With 50,000 square feet of delicious Italian treats, you're bound to spot a star—we bumped into Jimmy Fallon! Tip: Relax with a brew in the sprawling rooftop beer garden before loading up groceries.
Visit the auction house's palatial home to see previews of work that will be sold at auction, potentially disappearing into private hands for years.
The rooftop sculpture garden is a reliable venue for surprisingly cutting-edge contemporary art installations - to be enjoyed with a glass (or two) of champagne.
