Afternoon spring fashion demands casual haughtiness. This season, it’s taking the form of loungy, harem-inspired, breezy pieces in wild-gal patterns. They’re sexy because they’re so outrageous and so practical. “Hey I’m nuts, but not about to cut my day short on account of an uncomfortable ensemble.”
No Comments | Posted on May 15, 2012 | Categories: Fashion, From the Blog
… And into the Cannes Cinema Club. LA SOCIÉTÉ Stella Artois, along with the Cannes Film Festival have created a unique club for film fans who are unable to attend the festivities in Cannes. Arriving at the Tribeca Cinema’s for the event, I quickly realized that I had no idea what was waiting for me inside. At the entrance, a long red carpet assured me I was in the right place, and as I entered the cinema, I was struck by the combination of the back in time feel that the event was created around, and the modernity of the technology that was being used to promote the event. Upon entering, each guest logged into his or her Facebook account, and was given a bracelet with a chip, and, if they agreed to it, any pictures taken by the photographers at the event would be uploaded onto the patrons’ pages as soon as the photo was taken. Impressive stuff.
No Comments | Posted on May 15, 2012 | Categories: Entertainment, From the Blog
Ever wondered what life is like for rising Broadway stars? Stephanie Riggs’ documentary, The Standbys, premiered in NYC last Saturday.
The film takes a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of performers rarely seen by audiences. These performers, known as “standbys,” remain backstage, prepared to go on at a moment’s notice. In this evocative behind-the-scenes film, the at times heartbreaking and hilarious lives of Broadway’s understudies and standbys are finally brought into the spotlight. The Standbys follows three undiscovered performers for several years through their ups and downs, struggles and triumphs, onstage performances and private lives. When these standbys are finally given the chance of a lifetime, anything can – and does – happen.The film features never-before-heard stories from industry insiders and celebrities who reveal the unimaginable struggles these under-appreciated performers endure as they wait in the wings for their shot at a dream that may never come true…
No Comments | Posted on May 14, 2012 | Categories: Entertainment, From the Blog
Happy Bronx Week! Check out the website for 140+ free events through May 20th. What a fabulous way to explore the borough!
Monday, May 14
Franklin Park Reading Series - FREE!
Head to Crown Heights’ hippest bar (and beer garden!) for $4 pints and awesome raffle prizes! Tonight’s event features literary journals and small press writers.
8-11pm, 618 St. Johns Place, btwn Franklin and Classon Aves, Crown Heights, Brooklyn, 2/3/4/5 trains to Franklin Ave
Tuesday, May 15
Meet the Birds at Bryant Park – Free!
You may have missed Petal Storm last week, but head to Midtown to meet the birds of Arcadia Bird Sanctuary. This weekly event is sure to ruffle your feathers!
11am-2pm, Bryant Park (meet at Le Carrousel), 42nd St @ 5th Ave, B/D/F/M to Bryant Park
Kings of Karaoke- FREE!
Free entertainment and free shots for singing! This BoCoCa party is not to be missed. Show of your skills and impress some hipsters at Camp.
9pm-1am, CAMP, 179 Smith St. (btwn. Warren St. & Wyckoff St.
Wednesday, May 16
Columbia University and New York University graduations happen today! Congratulations Class of 2012!
Thursday, May 17
La French Salon Soiree at the Jewish Museum
Experience the artistic social scene of early 20th century Paris. Dress in your finest salon era garb and celebrate in style. Acrobatic performances by Trixie Little & The Evil Hate Monkey, Music by Les Chauds Lapins, Tours of the exhibition Edouard Vuillard: A Painter and His Muses, 1890–1940, Master illusionist Jeff Grow, Live event drawings by artist Luma Rouge, Open bar. $12 in advance, $15 day of event
8-11pm, 1109 5th Ave @ 92nd St, 4/5/6 to 86th St
Ingrid Michaelson at Terminal 5
Tickets for this songstress always sell out, but you can definitely find tickets at the door…
7pm, Terminal 5, 610 W 56th St
No Comments | Posted on May 14, 2012 | Categories: Brooklyn, Crown Heights, Entertainment, Event-Related, From the Blog, Weekday Forecast
If you take a detour onto 60th St off the main street of Brooklyn’s Chinatown, you’ll come by a rather nondescript shopfront: black awning and a large window. Peep in and you’ll see a comfortable nook covered in plump black and yellow cushions and a surprisingly airy space filled with a counter and spindly tables. Go inside. Be prepared to stay for a while. The group of friends behind Palais de Sweet, tired of the same old Chinese bakeries—walk in, order, receive a container, eat, leave—came up with the idea of opening a place where customers come to be pampered, with attentive service and beautiful presentation, not to mention a unique menu found nowhere else featuring traditional asian desserts as well as slightly tweaked French favorites.
No Comments | Posted on May 14, 2012 | Categories: Brooklyn, Dining, From the Blog
Gran Electrica is a true resident of avante-garde DUMBO– it serves brunch with no mention of eggs benedict, Bloody Mary’s, or mimosas. Yep, just tacos and tequila for breakfast. It might be hard to go back to standard morning fare…
Even with experimental (and delicious) items like the tongue taco and the St Germaine Margarita, the menu is short and simple. We all know brunch is a ceremony for eating/drinking off the hangover– who can be bothered with selecting from a lengthy catalogue of exotic plates? Gran Electrica is unique, but keeps the creativity straightforward and satisfying. Almost everyone in the place is exuberantly enjoying one of just a few taco selections—lengua, beef, potato, or carnita–and most are washing them down with a margarita supercharged with a garden-y twist of either elderflowers or beet juice.
Gran Electrica is a laidback spot, perfect for stretching a late morning into an early afternoon. With the backporch, nontraditional breakfast, and summery drinks, this will be a new favorite funky weekend destination. Take that hung-over stranger in your bed out to breakfast- they’ll think you’re kinda cool.
5 Front St (between Dock St & York St) $8 for two tacos, $12-14 for cocktails
A, C to High St, 2, 3 to Clark St, F to York St
-Katheryn Thayer
No Comments | Posted on May 11, 2012 | Categories: Brooklyn Heights & Dumbo, Dining, From the Blog
Tags at the High Line
In New York, it’s nearly impossible to walk a single block without encountering some form of street art. From stickers to mosaics, spray paint tags to sidewalk chalk spreads, the publicly accessible displays of creativity are everywhere.
Hope
While walking to The High Line, I happened across this interactive installation resting on a street sign at W 20th and 10th Ave. Under a lovely bouquet of spring flowers and a pastel sign reading ‘hope,’ scores of red and yellow tags were tied to the pole for passersby to record their dreams and aspirations as well as read those of others. For a few minutes, the installation succeeds in getting New Yorkers to pause their busy lives, reflect on what has been, be encouraged by their neighbors, and hope for tomorrow.
What are you hoping for today? Stop by The High Line and share it with the city.
-Averi Israel
No Comments | Posted on May 9, 2012 | Categories: Attractions, Event-Related, From the Blog
Popbar, our favorite gelato- on-a-stick phenomena, turns two this month in NYC! To celebrate, Inside New York readers will receive a $5 gift card with any purchase of 6 or more popbars (reusable thermal bag is free!). Stop by popbar anytime during the month of May and mention the code: Happy Birthday.
No Comments | Posted on May 8, 2012 | Categories: Dining, From the Blog
This summer, take a weekend trip to Governors Island to explore the newly reopened Castle Williams! For the first time in its 200 year existence, visitors can finally tour the building and roof. You’ve seen it from the Staten Island ferry or on trips to Ikea- now you can go inside and explore this historic monument.
No Comments | Posted on May 8, 2012 | Categories: Attractions, Entertainment, Event-Related, From the Blog
Until May 10th, celebrate Shop Your Values Week! Pledge to shop locally, ethically and sustainably (or at least attempt to!) and you’ll receive info via email about free events and discounts across NYC.
No Comments | Posted on May 7, 2012 | Categories: Event-Related, From the Blog
Order your copy of Inside New York 2012 now! The 2012 edition features over 600 dining and nightlife reviews in all five boroughs, original maps, walking tours, and essential budget-friendly tips to living in NYC. Inside New York 2012 is available for purchase here!
