Happy National Taco Day!
In honor of this fantastic holiday, Seamless provided us with the top taco orders in Manhattan:
1. Lengua Tacos at Cascabel Taqueria
2. Frijoles Taco at Oaxaca Taqueria
3. Chicken Taco at Pinche Taqueria
4. Smoked Short Ribs Taco at Mexicue
5. Pollo Asado Taco at Dos Toros Taqueria
6. Super Porky at La Lucha
7. Soft Tacos with Beef at Lupe’s East LA Kitchen
8. Shrimp Tacos at Mercadito
9. Chorizo Hard Taco at Sabor A Mexico II
10. Tacos de Pescado Veracruzana at Toloache Taqueria
Tonight is First Thursday in DUMBO. Visit this list of galleries and businesses to celebrate all that is great under the Manhattan Bridge!
No Comments | Posted on October 4, 2012 | Categories: From the Blog
tags: art, Cascabel Taqueria, Dumbo, galleries, holidays, local, National Taco Day, October 4, tacos, What's New in New York
Last Friday night, I wasn’t sure what to expect as I headed to my very first GUMBO NYC party. The original Gumbo party began two years ago in August 2009 at Galapagos Art Space in Dumbo, Brooklyn, an area that needed a boost in the nightlife scene (Gay+Dumbo=GUMBO, get it?). The purpose was not only to bring this boost in nightlife, but also to create a safe space for the LGBT community to have a good time.
The party was initially held regularly on the first Friday of every month, and fans grew, coming from all parts of NYC. After seeing such a positive response to the party in Brooklyn, it was time to expand their arena to Manhattan. In searching for locations in Manhattan, the goal was to find places that are fun and different. Thus, their Wednesday of the month party, called GEKKO in FiDi (Financial District) at Library Bar in the Thompson Hotel, and their newest party BILLY at Counting Room were born. From swanky to low-key locales, GUMBO covers all of the bases.
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No Comments | Posted on July 19, 2011 | Categories: Brooklyn Heights & Dumbo, Entertainment, Event-Related, Financial District, From the Blog, Neighborhoods, TriBeCa
tags: 21st Century Girl, Canal Room, Dumbo, Galapagos Art Space, Gay Dumbo, Gumbo, NYC venues, parties, Serena Piol, Shontelle
With brick walls, rod-iron chandeliers, black Damask curtains and flickering candles at each table, reBar is the perfect setting for a romantic date – and the food, which tastes every bit as exquisite as it looks, is sure to impress.
To start off your night, you might want to start by ordering a glass of the sparkling Spanish Pinot Noire – the Ayinyo Cava Brut – which is not only a delicious, dry sparkling red wine on its own, but also goes wonderfully with the black olive artisanal bread served as an amuse-bouche. Be careful not to eat too much bread, though: you’ll want to save room for all the wonderful food that waits.
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1 Comment | Posted on July 12, 2011 | Categories: Brooklyn Heights & Dumbo, Dining, From the Blog
tags: brooklyn, Dumbo, reBar, reRun, simone martelle
Walking into the Galapagos Art Space in Dumbo, Brooklyn, for the Saturday night Floating Kabarette, I was transported into another world: a world of feathers, fire, and silk. The bright red curtains, dim lighting and pond of floating candles that I walked over to get to my seat were nothing in comparison to the night of aerialist acts, burlesque, cabaret and other songs and dances that awaited me.
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1 Comment | Posted on June 28, 2011 | Categories: Brooklyn, Brooklyn Heights & Dumbo, Entertainment, From the Blog, Nightlife
tags: Dumbo, Floating Kabarette, Galapagos Art Space, simone martelle, theater
Hidden on a dark, cobblestone street amongst its navy yard neighbor, Vinegar Hill House only became visible when its soft interior glow began emanating into the street. Our curiosity grew when we slid through a group of giggling seemingly satiated diners. Despite our desolate walk through industrial Dumbo, the trek was well worth it. The moment we entered into the blushing hearth, we felt comfortable cozying up to the young bohemians and older regulars from down-the-block. At 9pm on a Thursday night, the tables and the copper-topped bar were crowded with cool clientele.
Hanging out by the bar to wait for a table proved to be no second-rate experience—it was a tight fit, but dancing around the attractive servers was part of the fun. Those who get claustrophobic easily might find this feature unattractive, thankfully downstairs dining, and a large warm-weather patio offer more space. Content at the bar, we perused at leisure the list of libations. Old standards (Old Overholt, Plymouth gin, etc.), as well as some unusual and well-chosen liquors were present. Read the complete post »
2 Comments | Posted on March 7, 2011 | Categories: Brooklyn, Brooklyn Heights & Dumbo, Dining, From the Blog
tags: American, cocktails, Dining, Dumbo, Homey, Mid-range, Pork, Sasha Levine
Image from NY Mag
Nothing screams summer in New York more than music festivals, street food and biking. Although April may be a little premature to box up our coats and jackets for the season, satisfy your craving for outside New York with a few recommendations from the Inside… Read the complete post »
No Comments | Posted on April 29, 2010 | Categories: Attractions, Dining, Event-Related, From the Blog
tags: 80s, biking, brooklyn, Costume, DJ, Dumbo, karaoke, Nightlife, outdoors, Park Slope, party, Red Hook Ball Fields, Street food, Union Hall, Warm Weather, weekend forecast
