Stacked pretzels awaiting the tastebuds of Hester Street Fair's visitors
The Lower East Side may be more known for its underground nightclub scene, but the Hester Street Fair brings daytime buzz to the neighborhood. Beneath looming trees on the corner of Hester and Essex streets sits this small and one-of-a kind street fair. Every Saturday and Sunday, designers, artists, and inventors sell their goods to customers with vintage seeking eyes. The smell of food wafts to the front of the market to whet your appetite for the street-food feast within. The clothing, neatly hung on a few small racks, includes uncommon items made from light cotton and lace: think peacock patterned shorts and vintage Hawaiian-style cardigans. The designers sell their pieces anywhere from twenty-five to forty dollars, reasonable enough for the trendy student on budget. Read the complete post »
4 Comments | Posted on June 30, 2010 | Categories: Attractions, Event-Related, From the Blog, Lower East Side, Manhattan
tags: designer, fair, flea market, Food, free, guerilla ice cream, Hester Street Fair, ice cream, LES, Lower East Side, Macaron Parlour, macaroon, Manhattan, Sara Weber, shopping, stylist tent, vintage
“Hot” doesn’t come close to describing last Sunday. It was sweltering—quite possibly sizzling—but with a Gil Scot-Heron performance at SummerStage, no amount of scorching heat or sticky humid air could keep his fans—a transgenerational mix of hipsters and hippies—out of Central Park.
In case you missed the ‘70s era and the soul musicians that came with it, here is some background info: Gil Scott-Heron released his first album in 1970 and quickly become known for his soulful voice (ala “Pieces of a Man”) and his politically charged content (ala “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised”). His pioneer records blended spoken word poetry and orchestrated music, helping lay the foundation for hip-hop and rap. Heron has just released I’m New Here—his first album in fifteen years. Although his recording career skipped several generations, ours in particular, he has never stopped performing and his ever- growing fan base shows no signs of slowing down—as seen with Sunday’s motley audience. Read the complete post »
No Comments | Posted on June 29, 2010 | Categories: Event-Related, From the Blog
tags: Ariel Hudes, Central Park, concerts, free, Gil Scott- Heron, music, SummerStage
Kollaboration's latest event happened last Saturday
The Highline Ballroom was packed this past Saturday, with crowds flocking to see a line-up of some very talented Asians hosted by Kollaboration. Kollaboration is an organization and movement that stages annual events to showcase talented entertainers of the Asian and Pacific Islander (API) community. In its tenth year, Kollaboration is thriving, which was clear from the energy of the crowd.
The philosophy of the organization can be summed up as “Empowerment through Entertainment.” Kollaboration believes that API’s are often typecast into certain roles, none of which are rockstar, comedian, or rapper. The goal of the group is to not only disprove the general public’s commonly held stereotypical beliefs that Asian Americans’ abilities are limited to certain fields, but also wow crowds with performances by skilled Asian American entertainers. Read the complete post »
No Comments | Posted on June 28, 2010 | Categories: Event-Related, From the Blog, Manhattan, Meatpacking District
tags: API, Asian-American, band, bands, Beatrix Carroll, Comedy, Highline Ballroom, Kollaboration, live music, Meghna Prasad, music, Paperdoll, Paul Kim, Sheng Wang, singer/songwriter
Slovakian-born partners Ivan Kohut and Andy Ivanov gutted adjacent warehouses to create two distinct drinking spaces.
In the forbiddingly trendy enclave of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, friendliness and warmth may sometimes seem in short supply; however, at Radegast Hall and Biergarten on North 3rd Street, the Slovak god of hospitality reigns supreme. Though the biergarten (“beer garden”) concept was effectively patented by the Germans, Radegast, founded in 2007 by Polish and Czech immigrants, is intended to celebrate the culture of the entirety of Central Europe through food, drink, and atmosphere. With two separate menus, a selection of more than 60 bottled and draft beers, and live music on Wednesday and Thursday nights, the hall succeeds admirably.
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4 Comments | Posted on June 25, 2010 | Categories: Brooklyn, Dining, From the Blog, Williamsburg
tags: Apple-Raisin Strudel, beer, Beer Garden, brooklyn, Central Europe, Daniel Flatley, Food, Radegast Hall and Biergarten, Williamsburg
Join Inside New York this weekend in honoring the World Cup, fashion, gay pride, and Michael Jackson.
Gay Pride March
2010 GAY PRIDE PARADE Celebrate the 40th anniversary of New York City’s greatest LGBT event, the gay pride parade. The theme this year is “Liberty and Justice for all,” highlighting the importance of spreading awareness—so dress in your best, most prideful gear and join NYC in marching for gay pride.
WHEN: Sunday, June 27th. Noon.
WHERE: Starts at 36th Street and 5th Ave, ends at Christopher and Greenwich Streets
PRICE: Free.
MJ LIVE TRIBUTE @ HIGHLINE BALLROOM A year ago today we lost a legend of iconic proportion. A figure that defined the genre of pop and reached unprecedented levels of universal acclaim, Michael Jackson taught the world to dance. In honor of his life, there will be a Michael Jackson Live Tribute Party at the Highline Ballroom with performances by Cheri Dennis, Yahzarah, Lenny Harold, and Joya Bravo. May M.J. rest in peace and may his legacy remain timeless like his music.
WHEN: Sat, June 26 @ 11pm
WHERE: Highline Ballroom (16th St between 9th & 10th Ave)
PRICE: $30 General Admission/ $20 if on Guest List
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1 Comment | Posted on June 25, 2010 | Categories: From the Blog, Uncategorized
tags: fashion, Gay Pride, Michael Jackson, weekend forecast
Only five blocks away from Columbia‘s campus on the corner of Amsterdam Ave and 109th St is this small, slightly run down-looking bar. Catering to a young crowd of college students, sports fans, and chatting girls, Lion’s Head Tavern is a haven for bar food and cheap beer. Since 2002, Lion’s Head has been attracting customers with its comprehensive specials menu – discounted offers for every day of the week, most strikingly $1 pints on Wednesdays and 25¢ wings and $1 drafts on Saturdays. There’s also Happy Hour during weekdays from 5-8pm.
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2 Comments | Posted on June 24, 2010 | Categories: Dining, From the Blog, Neighborhoods
tags: bars, beer, cheap, chicken wings, Columbia Corner, Late Night, Mila Rusafova, Nightlife, Watch Sports
Weekend forecast is BACK, with our Inside-r recommendations for how you should spend this beautiful, sunny, and high-80 degree weekend.
Mermaid Parade
THE MERMAID PARADE @ CONEY ISLAND The mermaids are back! Join the largest arts parade in the nation to march (or should we say swim?) down the streets of Coney Island. The event has a Mardi Gras energy, not unlike the Village Halloween Parade–add in some sunshine and switch the witches for fish and mermaids. A word of advice: the crazier costume, the better. After the parade, make sure to check out the Mermaid Parade Ball ($25 at the door and 21+) at the New York Aquarium.
WHEN: Saturday, June 19th. 2:00pm.
WHERE: Coney Island, Brooklyn. Starts at West 21st Street and Surf Avenue.
PRICE: Free.
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1 Comment | Posted on June 18, 2010 | Categories: From the Blog
tags: Celebrate Brooklyn!, festivals, mermaids, miles davis, scavenger hunts, weekend forecast
To-eat: Soup Stop's Beef Chili Soup
In 2001, the owner of Jackson Hole decided to reinvent a local bar by maintaining the concept, but offering a different product… soup! Soup Stop, its new name, now offers a lighter fare of soups, salads, and sandwiches as an alternative to the renowned burgers next door at Jackson Hole.
At a restaurant called Soup Stop, the soups are naturally the main attraction. The chef’s father comes in once a week to make the beef stew because he trusts it to no one else. In fact, some fans will call a week in advance to reserve a pint of beef stew. Read the complete post »
No Comments | Posted on June 16, 2010 | Categories: Dining, From the Blog, Manhattan, Upper East Side, Upper West Side
tags: cheap, Deaton Jones, Dining, Food, Jackson Hole, Manhattan, milkshakes, sandwiches, shake, soup, Upper East Side, Upper West Side, upper westside, wraps
Seersucker brings an upscale twist on traditional Southern-style cuisine to Brooklyn’s Carroll Gardens, boasting authentic Southern delicacies. A native southerner myself, I’ve grown used to the “seersucker” experience that involves overwhelmingly greasy foods and bright aesthetics. But Seersucker reinvents the typical down-home theme by easing up a bit on tradition, creating a relaxed environment that will leave you marveling at how light shrimp and grits can be.
Seersucker glows with southern grace, paying special attention to the finer details. The music sets a relaxing atmosphere without stifling the most important thing about a meal: the conversation. The back of the restaurant is fitted with a transparent screen, revealing an engaging view of the kitchen and its expert chef, Robert Newton– whose previous credits include Le Cirque, Tabla, and Aquavit. An organized assortment of large jars, containing all kinds of spices and ingredients, decorate the shelves in front of the chef’s workplace, veiling it just enough to leave some mystery to the magic. Read the complete post »
No Comments | Posted on June 8, 2010 | Categories: From the Blog
tags: Authentic Biscuits, brooklyn, Carroll Gardens, Cool Chef, Deaton Jones, Seersuckers, Southern Food, Spoonbread
