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DOWNTOWN’S Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2022

 
Let us endeavor to make 2022 the year of Love, for there has been no greater time when love is so very needed.
 
“Let me not to the marriage of true minds
Admit impediments; Love is not love
Which alters when it alteration finds,
Or bends with the remover to remove:
O, no! it is an ever-fixed mark,
That looks on tempests and is never shaken;
It is the star to every wandering bark,
Whose worth’s unknown, although his height be taken.
Love’s not Time’s fool, though rosy lips and cheeks
Within his bending sickle’s compass come;
Love alters not with his brief hours and weeks,
But bears it out even to the edge of doom. 
If this be error and upon me prov’d,
I never writ, nor no man ever loved.”
-William Shakespeare, Sonnet 116

 

 
 
 
 
We love Valentine’s Day, especially when we celebrate at Ladurée. This year, book take your sweetheart for a special breakfast for two, consisting of two rose lattes, two pains au chocolat, two boxes of three custom macarons, and a NEW heart-shaped rose croissant. This is the perfect Valentine’s Day gift to share with that special someone.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fly XO to Aspen and experience world-class skiing while staying at five-star resorts. Use the XO mobile app to book an entire charter or select individual seats on a private jet at a fraction of the cost.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Get you and your sweetheart back on the right track to fitness with a membership at Asphalt Green. Say ‘I love you’ with fitness for 2022. Their memberships offer top-notch fitness centers and pools. Book one of their instructional classes or programs for both children and adults. Throughout the year, winter, spring, summer, and fall, no excuse. Asphalt Green includes everything from infant swim, diving classes, youth basketball leagues, and private Pilates Reformer classes.
 
 
 
 
 
LIPS Embellished Throw by Jonathan Adler. Sexy, seductive, saucy—a kiss of glam in bold red and glittering gold to chic up your comfy spot. Hand-embroidered by artisans, their unbelievably soft and luxurious throws are just the accents your abode deserves.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dr. Amy Lewis  Give the gift she will love you all year, natural lip filler. Big is out, going back to the natural look Expertly done by Dr. Amy Lewis. 
 
 
Tokyo Totepack. This premium leather upgrade to our Tokyo Totepack adapts to your day, with two carry modes and surprisingly sorted storage.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Flex Pro Denim Jacket GOOD MAN BRAND A classic-style denim jacket made from comfortable stretch denim is a surefire staple for your casual wardrobe.
 
 
 
 

 

Our CEO’s favorite everyday brand is PhilanthroBee’s®️ skincare. Bee Body Bar saved her from itchy skin. As a daily swimmer, chlorine eventually got to her angrily inflamed skin. Until she tired, PhilanthroBee’s®️ skincare. The last thing you want is to layer chemically treated thick creams on top of your skin. That’s why the BeeCause Body Bar works with your body heat to melt into your skin, using the power of natural bee products to soothe, replenish moisture, promote skin health, and protect against damage.

Another favorite of hers is the Bee-Ch Facial Clarifying Mask. Every week (sometimes more), she enjoys the BEE-ch facial mask cleanser. It gently draws out toxins and debris that accumulate in our pores throughout the week. Living in New York City, taking care of your skin is extremely important. 

 

 

Maybe a little self-love this year try Ascention, a blend of red currants and strawberries, laced with delicious vanilla and musk. Infused with an authentic, fair-trade Rose Quartz crystal. Ascent to Love with the perfect gift for those in need of some self-love this Valentine’s Day.

 
 
 
 
 
 
Full of Mediterranean character, Corvo is produced with the use of modern technology, to preserve the integrity and naturalness of the ingredients, always ready to offer a simply perfect tasting experience. Corvo Grillo Sicilia DOC and, Corvo Nero d’Avola Sicilia DOC. Both restyled clean, with a harmonious design delivering the freshness and fruity aromas of Sicily to the table. Be sure to give the first wines bottled in Sicily in 1824, and now one of the most appreciated wines.
 
 
 
 
One of our favorite places downtown to relax and take in the views, The Greens invites you to cozy up with your loved ones in your own private and cozy winter cabin. Enjoy a menu of regional delicacies and hand-crafted cocktails, along with a complimentary bottle of Rosé and a Valentine-themed dessert included with your reservation.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Scapegrace Black is the world’s first naturally black, color-changing gin by The New Zealand-based Scapegrace Distillery. Scapegrace Black begins, like all quality gins, with intense juniper and the addition of premium, exotic botanicals. The master distiller used a combination of local sweet potato, aronia berries, pineapple, and saffron, as well as Butterfly pea flower, which they sourced from Southeast Asia
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Give her the gift from Christian Lacroix For Swiminista, a sarong in Josephine print, then whisk her away on an impromptu holiday to her favorite sunny locale. 

 
 
ICON Roland Sands Signature 2254 Chronograph. 43mm 316L Stainless Steel Case and Fixed Bezel with IP Antique Gold Plating, Stainless Steel Push Crown, and Screw-In Caseback. K1 Flat Hardened Mineral Crystal. Japan Quartz (Miyota 6S21) 2 Eye Chronograph with Date Movement.
 
Larroudé Vail Boot is a brand to add to your wardrobe. Marrying the comfort of Montana with the functionality of a lace-up boot to give us the Vail. Ready for the mountains, the faux shearling interior is super soft-to-the-touch while the all-weather exterior is all about function.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Larroudè and Her Highness – Valentine’s Day, customers will be gifted with a “highly orgasmic” pleasure oil as a gift with purchase (while supplies last). We are excited to have our clients treat themselves to the perfect pair (shoes + pleasure oil) this Valentine’s Day! 
 
 
 
 
 
 

For the side sleeper, this Scrumptious Side Sleeper Pillow is unique, with a curve that supports your neck and shoulders whether you are on your side or your back. Their design is meticulously from the degree of its curvature to the height and firmness of the fill inside it.  The perfect give for your side sleeper.

 

Take your sweetheart on one of New York’s historical treasures, with a memorable horse-drawn carriage tour of Central Park. The tour includes a bottle of sparkling wine, a bucket of roses, and photographs.

 
 
 
 
 
Wish your love off to Las Catalinas is a new beach town on the Guanacaste coast of Costa Rica. Its purpose is to create a way of life that is healthy, sustainable, fulfilling, and fun. Las Catalinas consists of houses, shops, restaurants, small hotels and inns, plazas, parks, and recreational facilities. Las Catalinas in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Check out the new outdoor beachfront gym there, CORE by Chakfitness, and sign up for a week of personal training and unlimited gym and class access — including a personalized take-home program designed by owner Chakiris Menafacio.
 

 

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The Greens Teams with West Side Comedy Club, Hosts Comedy Shows

Reaching out on behalf of The Greens with exciting new programming in partnership with West Side Comedy Club! Starting Wednesday, February 2, the famous NYC comedy destination will be popping up at Pier 17’s indoor rooftop bar to serve up laughs accompanied by seasonal cocktails and delicious bites. Run by Felicia Madison, a comedian and manager who translates her fun, intelligent humor into an atmosphere where comics love to perform and where audiences love to laugh, the West Side Comedy Club shows will occur every other Wednesday and host 4-5 NYC based comics during each show.   

Located at the Seaport on The Rooftop at Pier 17 overlooking the Lower Manhattan skyline, The Greens is a destination dining experience that features 32 custom-built 10’ x 10’ private dining cabins, community cabins, and The Greens bar, where the comedy shows will take place. Complete with intimate lounge seating, toasty fireplaces, and a well-stocked drink selection, The Greens bar is the perfect setting for a night of laughs and good company.

Shows will occur every other Wednesday from 7:00 – 8:30pm, starting February 2, 2022; lineup of comedians includes: 

Mark Normand
Mark Normand

Wednesday, February 2: Ashley Austin Morris, Eagle Witt, Jocelyn Chia, Mark Normand and Adam Gabel 

Wednesday, February 16: Black History Month show (artists TBC) 

Wednesday, March 2: Artists TBC 

Wednesday, March 16: Artists TBC

Wednesday, March 30: Artists TBC 

Wednesday, April 30: Artists TBC

Reservations required. Tickets are $15 (21+ only.)  An a-la-care menu will be available, and all cocktails are $12

For more information, visit thegreens.pier17ny.com

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Cozy Rooftop Winter Cabins Return to The Greens at Pier 17

Cozy Rooftop Cabins just in time for Winter

The Rooftop at Pier 17® is transforming The Greens into a winter wonderland once again, bringing back the popular, cozy Winter Cabins.

The downtown destination dining experience will highlight international cuisines and seasonal cocktails, incredible views of the downtown skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge, alongside interactive and seasonally specific programming.

The Greens will include 32 custom-built 10’ x 10’ private dining cabins that each seat up to eight guests, as well as additional seating at the adjoining inside bar.

Outfitted in chic and modern winter décor, each cabin will be furnished with comfortable banquette seating, multiple chairs, a virtual fireplace, electric heating, an air purifier, and more.

In a new twist, The Greens menu this winter will celebrate different cuisines such as Southern, Japanese, Latin, Vegan, and more.

A diverse selection of dishes will be available à la carte along with cocktails and desserts.

A sampling of new menu items includes buttermilk fried chicken, gooey mac n cheese, sushi, crispy fish tacos, and caramelized butternut squash.

In respect to enhancing safety measures for guests, the private cabins will also include Molekule air purifiers and be thoroughly disinfected between each 90-minute reservation.

Guests 12 years or older will be kindly asked to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

For more information and reservations, visit pier17ny.com.

Photo courtesy: AM105009_Credit – @fredmarcusstudio on behalf of @howardhughesco

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The Greens New Rooftop Pier 17 Summer 2020

A new rooftop food & beverage experience features 28 mini lawns for responsible alfresco dining, summer cocktails, special programming, and lawn games

Living in Lower Manhattan has so many perks when we first launched Downtown 11 years ago, we had the tagline living high in Lower Manhattan. At the time where else could you find bowling allies and indoor pools with spas, putting greens in any other place in New York City?

Even as COVID is knocking our cities every which way our incredible, developers are looking at ways to keep you safe, offer unique dining, cocktail, and relaxation opportunities. We have not had the pleasure of experiencing The Greens but we will be back to you in a few days with our top 5 years to add this to your “must-do” list for 2020 Summer.

The Greens, New York City’s premier open-air rooftop venue transforms into the ultimate outdoor dining retreat this summer. Looking for something unique and fresh versus the typical New York City summer rooftop experience, The Greens is a casual, socially distance-minded destination launching this August on The Rooftop at Pier 17®.

Why not consider fun and a beautiful scenic escape for trend-forward cocktails and seasonally focused fare against the iconic New York skyline?

The Greens comprises 28 individual 14 x 14 square-foot mini lawns to accommodate up to eight diners with cabana-style lounge chairs, an umbrella, installed Yeti Cooler for beverages, USB port for charging electronic devices and more. Designed with the health and safety of guests as a top priority, each mini lawn provides plenty of space coupled with proper cleaning procedures to dine and socialize responsibly.

Safety measures include hand sanitizers throughout the rooftop and touchless ordering directly from the guests’ personal mobile phones.

Each mini lawn features a unique QR code that when scanned will populate an online menu to order from. Chase is the preferred payment partner of The Greens. Should the mini lawns be fully occupied, the North and South patios on The Rooftop will also be open and operating for dining service with a view.

The all-day menu provided by the rooftop restaurant R17

Blending an approachable New American cuisine with a complimentary beverage program using only top-quality, seasonal ingredients. Sample dishes and cocktails include:

  • Salmon and Summer Squash Kebab, grilled with salsa verde
  • Tomato, Strawberry and Cucumber Salad, feta, sourdough, and nasturtium vinaigrette
  • Crispy Organic Chicken Sandwich, chili mayo, iceberg and tomato
  • Fish and Chips, remoulade and lemon
  • Frozen Jalapeno-Watermelon Margarita, Hornitos, jalapeno-infused watermelon juice, agave, kiwi liqueur float
  • The Sapphire, Grey Goose, blue curacao, fresh lemon juice, blackberry syrup
  • The Greens, Sipsmith Gin, basil, thyme, mint, citrus juices

 

The Greens New Rooftop Pier 17 Summer 2020
The Greens Rooftop Seaport New York

 

The Greens will also feature four gaming lawns to be enjoyed for groups of up to eight people.

Spanning 12 x 48 square feet, each gaming lawn will have available games to rent such as bocce ball, cornhole, giant Jenga, and more. Additionally, a stage featuring a 32 feet-wide LED screen capable of streaming live TV will adorn the north side of The Rooftop.

Guests can look forward to special experiences this summer including sports broadcasts, live music, and DJs as part of Seaport Sounds presented by Heineken®, and the return of Seaport Cinema, Seaport FIT and Seaport Kids programs. Throughout the season these visitor experiences and others will also be elevated through engaging consumer activations by Pier 17’s founding partners including Heineken®, Chase, Lincoln, and PepsiCo.

As part of the Seaport District’s mission to support local community initiatives, each online reservation will incur a $1 booking fee which will be donated to a local civic organization.

“With the launch of The Greens, the Seaport District has created a way for Lower Manhattan to enjoy the perks that our rooftop experience has to offer while remaining in strict compliance with social-distancing guidelines,” said Saul Scherl, President of the New York Tri-State Region, The Howard Hughes Corporation®. “When the rooftop is open, public access will also remain available for all visitors as required, which this year includes shaded covered areas. We look forward to welcoming people back to the historic neighborhood this summer, and have made sure that all government guidelines have been put in place to ensure a safe and fun time for all.”

Following two memorable seasons that named The Rooftop at Pier 17 “Best New Concert Venue” by Pollstarthe 2020 Summer Concert Series will be on hiatus this year but will be returning in 2021 with a strong lineup and exciting third season.

 

 

The Greens New Rooftop Pier 17 Summer 2020
The Green Pier 17 Rooftop

The Greens – open 7 days a week from 11 am – 11 pm, weather permitting. Online reservations for the mini lawns and gaming lawns are preferred and can be made in advance by visiting Pier17ny.com.

 About The Rooftop at Pier 17®

The Rooftop at Pier 17® is New York City’s premier open-air venue set against panoramic views of the Brooklyn Bridge and Lower Manhattan skyline. The 1.5-acre rooftop, located within the revitalized Seaport District, serves as a year-round community amenity and cultural event space accommodating a wide array of programmings such as live music, sports, movie nights, and fitness classes. R17, The Rooftop’s restaurant, and cocktail lounge, also changes its menu to coincide with The Rooftop at Pier 17’s seasonal transformations from a Winterland experience, complete with the city’s first open-air rooftop ice skating rink, to an outdoor performance venue in the summer.  Recently named a VenuesNow “All-Star” and awarded “Best New Concert Venue” by Pollstar, The Rooftop at Pier 17 hosts an annual Summer Concert Series presented by The Howard Hughes Corporation® in partnership with exclusive booking partner Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. For additional information, visit www.pier17ny.com.