"Alec Baldwin is an American treasure," says Alec Baldwin
'30 Rock' actor Alec Baldwin was in the news last week after he was kicked off an American Airlines flight because he would not turn off his mobile device, even after repeated attempts to get him to...
View ArticleEnjoy fireside drinking and dining at these NYC locations
The weather still has a chill in the air, which means New Yorkers are stuck inside, bellying up to the bar. One of the best features of a bar in cold weather is a fireplace, where revelers can kick...
View ArticleNew York City Restaurant Week celebrates 20th anniversary
New York City Restaurant Week is back! This celebration of food kicks off the 20th year of Restaurant Week in New York City. The discounted lunches and dinners started January 16, and will run until...
View ArticleWhitney Houston's funeral in Newark to air live online and on TV Saturday
Singer and actress Whitney Houston died last Saturday, February 11, 2012 at the age of 48. She passed away in a bath tub in the Beverly Hills Hilton the day before the Grammy Awards. Houston was...
View ArticleBlind Barber a must-visit for New Yorkers in the know
On any given night, the East Village is full of dark bars filled with New Yorkers thirsty for a drink and some social interaction. There are so many places to choose from that sometimes residents of...
View ArticleBLT Prime a must-visit for steak lovers
Foodies usually like to stay away from restaurants that have more than a few locations (i/e: a chain restaurant), but BLT Prime is an exception. While the restaurant has brothers and sisters bearing...
View ArticleNathan's Famous: original hot dogs in Coney Island
There is a gem of the hot dog industry located at the corner of Surf and Stillwell Avenues in Coney Island. Nathan's Famous is one of the most well-known purveyors of hot dogs in New York (and...
View ArticleBest sumertime bars in New York City
Summertime in New York City means that bars and restaurants open their doors wide for drinking and dining outdoors. This al fresco drinking is an institution in the city, with friends congregating...
View ArticleSwift Hibernian Lounge: intellectual drinking in NYC
Tucked away on a pretty quiet part of E 4th Street (between Bowery and Lafayette), Swift Hibernian Lounge is a diamond in the rough. There's no pomp and circumstance outside, just an unassuming...
View Article230 5th Avenue - rooftop drinking oasis in NYC
New York City is in the middle of the fourth heat wave of the summer, and residents are clamoring for cool spots to enjoy an icy beverage. One of the most popular rooftop bars is at 230 5th Avenue...
View ArticleNYC nightlife institution MyOpenBar shuts down after 7 years of free drinks
For seven years, MyOpenBar.com has been listing all the free drinks in New York City each and every night of the week. From cans of PBR in Williamsburg to vodka in Brighton Beach, everything was free....
View ArticleCatch the Summer 2012 Olympics closing ceremony tonight (Photos)
The 2012 Summer Olympics in London are drawing to a close after two weeks of competition. The closing ceremony is slated to air on NBC (channel 4 in New York City), starting at 8:30 PM. There is...
View ArticleThree perfect courses at Le Colonial
When you enter Le Colonial, on East 57th between Lexington and 3rd, you are transported to a different day and place. Palm fronds line the wall, casting giant shadows around the candle-lit dining...
View ArticleThe Orchard House impresses foodies in the Lower East Side
The Orchard House opened early in 2012 and has quickly become a Lower East Side must-visit restaurant. Located on Orchard Street between Rivington and Stanton, this restaurant is a stand-out in a sea...
View Article2012 tree lighting ceremony at Rockefeller Center tonight in NYC
Tonight is the tree lighting ceremony in Rockefeller Center, a New York City holiday tradition that has endured for years upon years. The tree arrived in the Midtown landmark on November 14, and has...
View ArticleLast minute gift ideas for the nightlife lover in your life
The world did not end this morning, which means Christmas will still go on! All joking aside, there are three more shopping days until December 25th. Most online retailers cannot guarantee delivery by...
View ArticleGrab three perfect (and cheap!) courses at NYC Restaurant Week
It's back! New York City is currently playing host to Winter Restaurant Week 2013. This season's culinary offerings are delicious, as always, but the price has increased slightly. Lunches are $25, and...
View ArticleOscar night produced huge winners: see the list here
Hollywood came out in full force last night to shimmy down the red carpet and receive heavy gold statues. It used to be called the Academy Awards, but this year, it's just plain "The Oscars."...
View ArticleBest sports bars in NYC to watch the NCAA tournament
April showers bring May flowers, but April also brings college basketball madness. All over New York City, hours are being spent checking your bracket and seeing how it stacks up to those around you....
View ArticleFour great Earth Day freebies in NYC this weekend
This Sunday, April 21, 2013 is Earth Day! This Sunday marks the 43rd year it is being celebrated in the United States. You can celebrate in many ways, including planting a tree to being more...
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