Fatty 'Cue in Brooklyn: the best barbecue in NYC?

Chef Zakary Pelaccio of Fatty Crab fame opened a barbecue joint, Fatty Cue, in Williamsburg earlier this year, to almost cultish adoration. For Manhattanites, the only question is: is it worth the trip across the river?  

Posted at 08:00AM Jul 30, 2010 by Scott in Dining  |  Comments[0]

Summer Place at Bonni Benrubi Gallery in New York

Highlighted by several new Poolscapes by the excellent Karine Laval, the Summer Place group photography show at Bonni Benrubi Gallery in New York is perfect for the season: light, refreshing and fun. 

Posted at 03:44PM Jul 28, 2010 by Scott in Dining  |  Comments[0]

Cake Ball Truffles at Momofuku Milk Bar NYC

Momofuku Milk Bar NYC, one of our favorite bakeries in town, delivers one of our favorites new sweet treats: cake ball truffles - insane cakey goodness, packed into little two-bite balls. 

Posted at 12:43PM Jul 26, 2010 by Scott in Dining  |  Comments[0]

The Green Table NYC

Yes, you can have a peaceful, sit-down meal at the always wonderful, always bustling Chelsea Market.  The
Green Table NYC, located about half-way through the Chelsea Market, is one of these spots.   

Posted at 09:00AM Jul 23, 2010 by Scott in Dining  |  Comments[0]

Henri Matisse: Radical Reinvention, 1913 - 1917, at the MoMA

The new Henri Matisse art show at the Museum of Modern Art is sure to draw big crowds from now until it closes in October, and with good reason: this is a terrific exhibition that shows a side of the artist not usually on display, all in one place.   

Posted at 10:14PM Jul 20, 2010 by Scott in Events  |  Comments[0]

Fun FREE Live Music in NYC Alert: Two Epic Shows This Weekend

There are literally dozens of excellent free live music in NYC concerts going on all summer long. Two of the best happen to be coming up this weekend, Friday night on Governors Island, and Saturday out at Coney Island. Lots more info, after the jump...

Posted at 09:03PM Jul 15, 2010 by Scott in Events  |  Comments[0]

Nanoosh NYC

Nanoosh NYC now has four beautifully-designed, casual, and inexpensive organic Mediterranean-food restaurants around town, very hummus-centric and, unfortunately, very much in need of a flavor infusion. 

Posted at 09:57AM Jul 15, 2010 by Scott in Dining  |  Comments[0]

Gymtime: Pre-School and After-School Programs in NYC for Children

One of the most popular and experienced New York City pre-school and after-school programs for children is right here in Glenwood's superb luxury tower on York Avenue, The Caldwell. And Gymtime children's gym is still accepting fall registrations! Lots more info after the jump. 

Posted at 01:05PM Jul 13, 2010 by Scott in Events  |  Comments[0]

5 & Diamond Restaurant NYC

Chef Ryan Skeen's newest creation, 5 & Diamond Restaurant--which he may have already left!--is on the southwest fringe of Harlem, and totally worth the trip. 

Posted at 09:00AM Jul 12, 2010 by Scott in Dining  |  Comments[0]

MoMA PS1 Brings Us Warm Up, Solid Objectives Pole Dance & Greater New York

MoMA PS1 NYC's excellent annual dance party Warm Up has begun, every Saturday from now through Labor Day weekend! Our full report--including a look at the courtyard installation Pole Dance--is after the jump...

Posted at 03:21PM Jul 08, 2010 by Scott in Events  |  Comments[0]

The Best Chocolate Cake In the World

The new bakery and cafe on Spring Street in New York City, The Best Chocolate Cake In the World, isn't even close. 

Posted at 04:45PM Jul 07, 2010 by Scott in Dining  |  Comments[1]

Andy Warhol: The Last Decade at the Brooklyn Museum

The Andy Warhol art exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum in New York is a little slight, but there's definitely enough good stuff--and, even better, less familiar stuff--here to warrant a trip out on the 2/3 train.  

Posted at 11:34AM Jul 02, 2010 by Scott in Events  |  Comments[0]

Crif Dogs vs. Bark Hot Dogs, for the title of best hot dogs in NYC

There are a LOT of hot dogs out there, most of them, frankly, pretty terrible. But as high summer and the Fourth of July approaches, we got to thinking: who's making the best hot dog in New York City right now? 

Posted at 06:01PM Jun 30, 2010 by Scott in Dining  |  Comments[1]

SPiN NYC Table Tennis and Social Club

State-of-the-art equipment and lively, casual atmosphere make SPiN NYC the most inviting ping pong hall we've ever seen, and an excellent option for summertime fun. 

Posted at 03:46PM Jun 28, 2010 by Scott in Dining  |  Comments[0]

Street Pianos NYC: Luke Jerram's Play Me, I'm Yours

For this participatory public art project, 60 Street Pianosfrom Luke Jerram have been placed around the city, in all five boroughs, just waiting to be played... by you! But hurry: these ivories can be tinkled only until July 5.

Posted at 11:05PM Jun 23, 2010 by Scott in Events  |  Comments[0]