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The weather couldn’t be any nicer in New York City so there is no better time to explore the city! We gathered some of the best articles and blog posts we came across and they are perfect for both locals and visitors. For this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup, we take a look at the…

The East Village and specifically one if its main streets, St Mark’s Place is quickly becoming the go to destination for a wide range of exciting and tasty foods. It is in fact one of our favorite neighborhoods in New York City to dine in. With that in mind, here are the best restaurants along St Mark’s Place & the East Village. Caracas Arepa Bar – 93 1/2 E 7th St & Other Locations Arepas are a flatbread commonly used in Venezuelan and Colombian cuisine and they are often used to make sandwiches. Our go to spot for arepas is Caracas Arepa Bar. Grilled chicken, shredded beef and roasted pork shoulder are just a few things you can select for your arepas. All are very good options and we honestly have a hard time picking out a favorite. Also next…

Mother’s Day is May 10th this year which is only a few short days away. Not sure what to buy for your mom, wife, sister or friend? If you are still looking for something special and still looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas in New York City, we are here to help! We especially have…

Whether you are visiting New York City for a few days or just looking for a relaxing day out, New York City parks are unfortunately sometimes overlooked. But there is actually a lot to do and a lot to see in these parks and best of all, most of it is free or it won’t…

It just so happens that New York City is home to a number of good Italian food shops. You really can’t have an Italian meal without pasta. We love, love pasta and we especially love fresh pasta! So with that in mind, here are the best Italian fresh pasta shops in New York City. Piemonte…

New York City is always buzzing with excitement, so we wanted to gather up some of the best articles and blog posts that we could find about New York City and the diverse New York City food scene. You’ll be hearing from us each month as we continue a blog series we call the NYC…

Are you looking for the best meatballs, lobster or maybe rice pudding? We have done our homework and found that there are specialty restaurants here in NYC focusing on only these amazing dishes! This concept has become a very popular trend. Here are the best specialty restaurants (sometimes known as one dish restaurants or single…

Planning a visit to New York City? To be honest, it can be a little overwhelming because there is so much to do and so much to see! To help, here is our guide to the top ten must see places and things to do in New York City. Take advantage of Central Park Central…

March 17th is St Patrick’s Day and it honors the patron saint of Ireland along with Irish history and culture. New York City is one of the best cities in the world to celebrate St Patrick’s Day. From the oldest Irish pub in the city to a huge parade, here is where you can celebrate St Patrick’s Day in New York City. So get ready to have some fun! St Patrick’s Day Parade First and foremost, there is the St Patrick’s Day Parade, the epicenter of the celebration! It runs along 5th Avenue between 44th Street and 79th Street. There will be marching bands, tons of people in green and more. It will be festive and it is sure to be a great time. McSorley’s Old Ale House – 15 E 7th St McSorley’s Old Ale House is oldest Irish…

As spring nears, we want to take a look ahead as we are excited about a number of interesting, new restaurants, some in business already and some still in the works. With everything from vegetarian lunch spots to ramen shops, here are best new restaurants in New York City of 2015. Be prepared to add…

If you are hungry and looking for a tasty, cheap lunch that is great on the go, Chinese buns aka baos are a great option! Baos often only set you back about a buck and they can be found in Chinese bakeries and dim sum restaurants across Chinatown. They can be served baked or steamed…

The Chinese New Year, aka the Lunar New Year is a time of celebration and welcoming of good fortune and prosperity. It started last Thursday, February 19 (Year of the Sheep). Food is a very important part of celebrating Chinese New Year and here is everything you need to know, including the symbolic meanings of…