by Helaina Hovitz | Dec 6, 2016 | Dining
Nobody knows the neighborhood better than a native. In pursuit of his lifelong passion for French and Vietnamese food, Stephan Brezinsky — who was born and raised in Alphabet City — has recently opened Chao Chao on Avenue A, which boasts cuisine geared at...
by Downtown Magazine | Dec 5, 2016 | Dining, Travel
Located in West SoHo on Greenwich Street, Hotel Hugo is a wonderful boutique hotel. Ideal for visitors traveling on business — yet also a local seeking a staycation — Hotel Hugo is full of great features and amenities. Beyond its Italian-themed Café Hugo...
by Downtown Magazine | Nov 30, 2016 | Dining, Events
This holiday season, Ocean Prime New York wants everyone to get into the spirit with a delicious cup of warm hot cocoa as the most famous holiday tree in America turns on its lights. On Thursday, Nov. 30, in honor of the lighting of the 84th Annual Lighting of the...
by Downtown Magazine | Nov 23, 2016 | Dining, Living
Thanksgiving may be the favorite holiday of millions of people, but hosting Thanksgiving is rarely a treat. In turn, many New Yorkers opt to celebrate Thanksgiving at a restaurant. In turn, great food with none of the prep work or clean-up. Downtown spoke to chefs...
by Downtown Magazine | Nov 22, 2016 | Dining
Located at 31 Union Square West, Metropolis is a beautifully-designed oyster room and cocktail bar with live music and a welcoming atmosphere. Hidden beneath the Blue Water Grill, Metropolis is a BR Guest Hospitality establishment, making it as a sister restaurant to...
by Helaina Hovitz | Nov 22, 2016 | Dining
If you’re looking to spend Thanksgiving somewhere cozy and let someone else baste the turkey, stop into the West Village’s Bell Book & Candle — described by locals as “a hidden gem” — at 141 West 10th Street. The...
