Manhattan Living

Finger Lickin’ Delicious Pies-n-Thighs Arrives In Lower East Side

YES! Pies ‘n’ Thighs, the Williamsburg staple known for tantalizing pies, fried chicken, and donuts, just crossed the bridge and opened its first Manhattan location. Aptly set in the Lower East Side, Pies ‘n’ Thighs has a clean but rustic American feel, very nostalgic, and little bit diner-y. The food is as epic for breakfast and lunch as it is for dinner, but it shines during brunch. Hopefully it eases weekend waits in the notoriously brunch-friendly area, but chances are they’ll all just stay just as packed. Forever.


NYC Beer week? Pffffttt… More Like NYC Beer MONTH!

The official-sounding NYC Beer Week may be just about over--but remember: you live in New York City! EVERY week can be beer week! And while there is plenty of room for debate about which of the hundreds of beer-centric bars around town it's also good to know that there are lots of special occasion, beer-themed events going on all the time. So by all means drink your fill at Torst in Greenpoint, and The Jeffrey on the Upper East Side, and Jimmy's No. 43 in the East Village, and Beer Culture in Hell's Kitchen, and on and on and on. But maybe mix it up a bit too, and check out some of these beery specials going down in March


Winter Fun at MoMA PS1

If you're looking for a way to duck the cold, you could hibernate under the covers..but you could also do something amazing at MoMA PS1. We braved the cold last week and ventured to one of our favorite NYC spots to take in the Arts. With four different exhibits on two floors, we covered every colorful inch. Highly recommended!


Danny Bowein’s Mission Chinese Makes Stellar Comeback

After a disastrous 2012 opening (and closing) Chef Danny Bowein has reopened his flagship restaurant, Mission Chinese. Contemporary styling, solid playlists, casual-yet-professional staff and upbeat crowd all contribute to make Mission Chinese 2.0 a fun, festive setting for a delicious feast.


The Cooper Hewitt Design Museum Has Finally Reopened, And It Is Fantastic!

For more than six years the Cooper Hewitt, the venerable design museum housed in Andrew Carnegie's almost absurdly magnificent mansion on Fifth Avenue, has been in the throes of on exhaustive, $91 million redesign, renovation, reinvigoration. Reopened and with an updated name, The Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum is not only a big deal but is also a huge success.


Beat The Cold With These Two Hot New Ramen Joints In NYC

Some might say, with the falling temps right now is the perfect time to up your ramen game. Two great ramen shops recently popped up in NYC that we loved. Noodles, tender pork bellies and savory broth, what could be wrong with that combination? We stopped in to both Ramen Lab and Jin Ramen, and slurped away. Check out what we thought.


Delaware and Hudson, Williamsburg’s Not-Quite-Hidden Gem Of A Restaurant

Looking for excellent service? A super nice, friendly wait staff that are all friendly, approachable, knowledgeable, and welcoming? How bout a place where your chef stops by your table? Of course you are. Well. Williamsburg's Delaware and Hudson is the perfect place for foodies and those who are new to fine dining. It's also a great place to take out of towners or Manhattan friends who want to try fine dining in Brooklyn. We recommend making a reservation, but it's worth trying to get a table if you don't have one.


Sweet, Warm Treats and Snow Monsters Invade The Flatiron

The Flatiron Plaza has turned into an exciting place to be during the Winter. While we're all anticpating the Shake Shack overahaul, there are still plenty of fun, funny and delicious things happening. This month there are two Wintry treats to take in. Momofuku Milk Bar "Cabin"; and the cute and lovable pack of Snow Monsters.


Snuggle Up to These 5 Netflix Romances on Valentine’s Day

Want to spend Valentine's Day in the cozy comfort of your home that special someone? This Valentine's Day, curl up with your Netflix Instant account for a night in at the movies. The streaming service offers hundreds of romantic flicks that pair well with the holiday, and we've rounded up some of its best selections. These five five movies are the perfect reason to not leave the couch.


Things To Do In February: NYC’s Big 3 Weeks Have Returned

Although its cold out - VERY cold out, snap our of your Netflix-hibernation-mode and go out on the town! In fact, there are three whole "weeks" of good food, tasty beverages, and stylish fun starting mid-month. February marks the triumphant return of three of NYC's biggest weeks: Fashion Week, Restaurant Week, and Beer Week! Find out what events you shouldn't miss at all three events!