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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…

Time flies. New York City Restaurant Week is back from February 16 to March 6! It is a great time to explore the diverse New York dining scene and here are our recommendations. Trust us, this year there is a lot to look forward to! Chez Josephine – 414 West 42nd St Chez Josephine is…

It may be cold outside but luckily spring is only two short months away! In the meantime, there is still a lot to do during the final winter months. From Chinese New Year to can’t miss foodie events, here are our picks for fun things to do in New York City for Winter 2015. NBA…

Indian cuisine is known for its hearty dishes and eye opening curries. The Indian food scene has changed a lot the last few years so with that in mind, here is our list of the best Indian restaurants in New York City. Spice Cove – 326 East 6th St When you think of Indian restaurants, the first thing that comes to mind is probably Little India aka Curry Row on East 6th St. After all these years, Spice Cove is still our favorite restaurant on Curry Row. They have all the Indian classics and they have great lunch and dinner specials that are good bargains. Brick Lane Curry House – 99 2nd Ave & Other Locations If you like spicy foods, Brick Lane Curry House is an absolute must. It is home to the infamous phaal, one of the spiciest…

Are you looking for a cheap snack or a good snack on the go in Chinatown, New York City? Look no further! Here are all our go to places in the neighborhood whether you are looking for candy, cakes, or BBQ chicken skewers. Tasty Dumpling – 42 Mulberry St It is no secret that Tasty…

Are you looking to try some exciting, new restaurants for the New Year? We know we are! Here are some ideas to start. Best of all, you can try any these buzz-worthy restaurants in New York City for only $40 a day! Breakfast: Bantam Bagels – 283 Bleecker St Bantam Bagels are like little…

Happy New Year! We wanted to take a quick look back at 2014. It was truly a big year for the New York food scene. There were a number of high profile restaurant openings, adding many tempting new options to try. Here are the best restaurants in New York City of 2014. Mission Chinese Food…

Let’s be honest. Who isn’t looking for a good, affordable place for lunch? There are actually a ton of options in Chinatown! So from noodles to congee, we have the best lunch spots in Chinatown, New York City. Cafe Hong Kong – 51 Bayard St For less than $10, you can order almost everything on…

We have a little confession. We have a bit of a sweet tooth and we love chocolate! Lucky for us and lucky for chocolate fans, there are a number of good chocolate shops which always keep things exciting. Here are the best chocolate shops in New York City. Max Brenner – 841 Broadway Max Brenner…

Happy Holidays! It is an exciting time to be in New York City. There is so much to do and so much to see during the holidays. Perhaps you are looking for foodie gift ideas or maybe you are looking for fun things to do including fun holiday events around the city. With that in…

As it gets colder, there is no better time for a good, hearty bowl of ramen and we are not talking about the instant ramen that you find in supermarkets. From Chinatown to Midtown (and everywhere in between), here are the best ramen restaurants in New York City. Ajisen Ramen – 14 Mott St If…

If you love cupcakes, New York City is the place to be! There are a lot of good cupcake shops here however if you are looking for the best, we are here to help. Here are the best cupcakes in New York City including some that are off the beaten path. Butter Lane Bakery –…