Fashionable handbags from recycled sailcloth makes for a great gift for that eco-chic in your life! Read more.
Love, love, love the half-price movies before 11 am on weekends! But, be careful of buying too much at the concession stand. Read more.
If you haven't been to East River Park in a while, it's now better than ever. See some of the best views of Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens, especially during a morning run at sunrise. Read more.
One of NYC's newest parks, Transmitter Park features a close-up view of the Manhattan skyline and East River from its waterfront esplanade. Read more.
Less well known than the park to the south, Astoria Park, Ralph Demarco Park shares its neighbor's view of the Hellgate Bridge along a scenic, tree-lined path. Read more.
The breathtaking view from Linden Terrace and the nearby Heather Garden makes Fort Tryon Park a must-see for all NYC visitors and locals. Read more.
For a great year-round view, visit Oakland Lake, a 15,000-year-old spring-fed glacial kettle pond located in Alley Pond Park. Read more.
Al Oerter Recreation Center is named for the famed Astoria athlete and 4-time Olympic gold medalist in the discus throw. Run laps on the track named for this track & field star! Read more.
The best place to remember why you love Queens contains the Mets stadium, the New York Hall of Science, the home of the US Open, the iconic Unisphere. and the Queens Museum of Art. Read more.
The best informal classroom offers cheap and cool sessions taught by a team of enthusiasts in various fields, including teachers, chefs, makeup artists and graphic designers. Read more.
This adored staple of Off Broadway also produces Under the Radar, the best Off-Off Broadway festival. Jump on tickets to see the daring international program of experimental theater. Read more.
"Use the large salad bar, full of fresh and pickled veggies, to top the crisp and tasty falafel balls ($5.39). The beautiful inclusion of french fries or “chips” make this sandwich even better." Read more.
The "goat pepper soup is some serious stuff, almost as if a goat was hacked up and thrown in a pot." Unlike Festac's more accessible counterparts, it is heavy on the offal. Dive right in!" Read more.
"Every flavor is handcrafted, but the standout is maple walnut: rich, buttery, filled with nuts. Hot fudge is unnecessary on a scoop this beautiful" ($5.50). Read more.
"These amazing kutabs ($2), flour pancakes stuffed with lamb or greens, pan fried in butter and topped with sumac, are filled with tender lamb or a blend of spinach, parsley, dill and green onion." Read more.
"The cabbage chebureki ($1.85) contains a piquant mixture of cabbage and pureed tomato, while the mushroom variety is filled with tender, deeply savory bits of seasoned funghi." Read more.
Try the iddiappams ($8), "delicately steamed wheat noodle patties, that come with a serving of sambhar & coconut chutney on the side. They taste even better with an order of mutton curry for dipping." Read more.
"The lamb and chicken gyro ($3), rife with large chunks of juicy meat, lovingly drizzled with a fiery red hot sauce and a creamy white sauce, and wrapped in a fluffy pita, is an absolute steal." Read more.
"The chewy crust of the kiymali pide curls around seasoned ground lamb, but you can also procure a pide featuring sheep’s milk cheese, egg and dried-beef sausage, or spit-roasted sliced lamb" ($8.50). Read more.
"The lambajin’s ($8.50) browned topping crumbles into juicy, meaty morsels with each bite, its sweet-and-savory flavor dominated by well done lamb and tomato." Read more.
Sample the mini pretzels ($3). "Warm, airy and tasty, these mini pretzels make the perfect afternoon snack. Try the garlic parsley, paired with a honey mustard dip." Read more.
"Try the tikka with Halal Gyro’s fantastic green sauce, and bring a book—these Afghani dishes are cooked to order." Read more.
Check out the falafel platter ($7). "This falafel is fresh and light, while the pita is fluffy. Throw in some of their lemony hummus, and you might find yourself thinking about this falafel for days." Read more.
"The chana bhatura daily special ($6.25) is worth the wait. The curry is moderately spiced & served with a side of cool raita, tamarind sauce & chutney. The made-to-order poofy poori makes the meal." Read more.
Try the green falafel sandwich, "The flavorful green falafel–fried mashed chickpea mixed with parsley, mint, and cilantro–are moist on the inside, and lightly crisp on the outside." Read more.
Try two kathi rolls ($6). "Fillings include chicken, lamb or vegetarian, but communication is rocky, so what you get may be a surprise. As long as you can take some spice, it’s all good." Read more.
"Order a sampler of the half-dozen bhartas ($3.99) available on any given day with a huge charred roti to enjoy a spicy, boldly flavored meal." Read more.
"Try the fahsa salta, a fenugreek seed-laced stew of celery, onion, potato, tomato and shredded beef cooked in broth that—so the story goes—has its origins in the Turkish occupation." Read more.
Met pool is great, but also make sure you check out the free fitness classes here, such as Cardio Sculpt and Intensati. Try a Shape Up NYC class for free, and come back for low-cost fitness! Read more.