From the East End of Long Island, Claire grew up coming to NYC & now gets to write about the best city every day! Her favorite borough is Queens (living in Astoria for 5 years), & on weekends she can be found at a local brewery, new restaurant, or reading the latest mystery novel.
Luckily, there are some city-approved ways for staying safe and cool–and yes, this even includes jumping in the fountains!). When NYC goes through a heatwave, the city opens “cooling centers,” air-conditione...
The classic FiDi steakhouse, Delmonico’s, has a rich history dating all the way back to 1837; it’s also known to be the “first fine dining restaurant in the country.” Sadly, the iconic spot had t...
Macy’s 47th annual fireworks show dazzled New Yorkers last night from five barges located across the East River. The 4th of July spectacular had crowds “oooing” and “ahhing” whether they we...
With temperatures rising slowly but steadily, it’s safe to say summer weather has officially begun in NYC. But, that comes with humidity If you don’t want to be limited to AC-only dining, enjoying a drink al...
Are you ready to make a splash for the summer? It’s time to be poolside any chance we get! While public pools may not be your style, there are several hotels and rooftop pools around New York City that you can&hel...
Well, that’s where these under-the-radar hidden dining spots come in handy! If you want to avoid the crowds and have a secluded dining experience in peace, you’ll want to add these spots to your list. Some a...
The 1950s-era restaurant officially closed down last October after a filing in July of 2022 announced the business’ rising costs of goods and labor. This led the iconic NYC establishment to let go…...
Let’s go chasing waterfalls… If you’re ready for some summer hikes but want to make sure you can really take in the most picturesque views, make sure trails with waterfalls are on your list! Check out...
About three years ago, former Governor Cuomo announced plans to completely redevelop and revitalize Penn Station and the neighborhood surrounding it. The new Moynihan Train Hall was the first step of that “21st Ce...