Serving wonderful, hearty Mediterranean dishes, this jewel of a restaurant is perfect for a romantic evening. Formerly located in an antique shop, the dining room features rustic country tables bathed in candlelight. The fairly expensive menu...

You would know a Kate Spade bag when you see one. But that's not all that there is; step in and you'll find so much more in store. This flagship shop at Broome Street offers everything from clothes to accessories to stationery. New mothers will be...

When it is this difficult to get a table, you know something has to be special about Balthazar. A recreation of a French brasserie, it is bold, loud and exciting. The space is dominated by red leather banquettes with retro mirrors adding to the...

Kid Robot is a premier designer, retailer of art toys and apparel that come only in limited editions. Top of the line artists from different backgrounds like graphics, fine arts, fashion, graffiti, industrial design, music and illustrators create...

Karikter specializes in all things Tintin. Tintin books, mugs, toothbrushes, mobiles, eggcups as well as the merchandise of Asterix, Babar, Le Petit Prince, Wallace & Gromit, the Smurfs, Noddy and so on. There are also comic-unrelated design products...

Opened in 1897 at 53 Spring St., just down the street from its present location, Lombardi's is easily one of the city's oldest eateries. The reason to come here is obvious: beautiful, smoky-crusted pizza with fresh tomatoes and mozzarella. The...

The rich confluence of cultures in the Big Apple are evident in the food and ambiance at Town. The authentic menu changes every month with chef Geoffrey Zakarian creating wonders with his innate culinary expertise—especially with the divers...

This is a spectacular experience for children of all ages. There are one-of-a-kind toys, gifts, collectibles and attractions unlike anything you'll see elsewhere. There's even a nursery where you can adopt a newborn baby doll! Or perhaps you'd like a...

Otto, Italian for "eight," was opened in 2003. Mario Batali's pizzaria is named after the 8th street location of the One Fifth Avenue building. The building dates back to 1928 and was originally a hotel. Its many incarnations have included housing...

This museum is filled with splendorous items that the Forbes family collected over the years. Its Faberge Imperial Easter Egg collection is the largest in the world; these precious and bejeweled eggs were gifts from Czar Nicholas to his wife. Some...

The Japanese craze for all things cute may not be so well understood by many people who are not Japanese. But for those who do appreciate this trend, Air Market is a whole shop dedicated to Hello Kitty key chains, stickers, beepy gizmos for your cell...

This fairly new Village restaurant aims to outdo New York's classic steakhouses at what they prepare best—big, juicy steaks in a very masculine setting. You can find beef of all types here, plus typical but better than average side dishes like hash...

Chosen as the best Chinese restaurant in New York by Zagat's 2006 guide, Oriental Garden is known for its no frills approach to food. The unremarkable decor and sometimes brusque service is more than compensated for by the cuisine. Crabs, lobsters...

This Episcopal Chapel, located in what is now the bustling financial district, was dedicated in 1766 and is the oldest remaining church in Manhattan. Rich in history, George Washington worshiped here on his inauguration day, and his personal pew is...

Allow Chef Chang to regale you with music and cuisines ranging from Japanese to Korean at Momofuku. The ramen, dumplings, kimchee and noodles are sought after but the pork dishes emerge as winners. Don't expect fusion food as care is taken to serve...

The Greenwich Village park is popular with students and residents. It is one of the few green spots in the area. At the northern end of the park is a triumphal arch, built in 1789 to honor George Washington, the late President of the United States....

Flatiron, known for its designer cocktails, is housed in a historic building from the Twenties. This is a gorgeous dining lounge in classic old New York style, with sleek banquettes, dark wood and solid wrought ironwork. The bar is 30ft-long and...

Pan-Latin celebrity chef Douglas Rodriguez, the man behind ultra hot Chicama has opened up this lovely spot also at ABC. Make no mistake, this is not your average in-store eatery, and the trendy, attractive crowd comes for the food not the shopping....

Located in the Bryant Park Hotel, Koi restaurant is a good place to go to for sushi and delicious Japanese fare. Nicely done interiors with a white lattice canopy gives the place a classy look. Koi concocts an amazing range of sauces and attempts to...

Visit Juvenex Spa for absolute relaxation after an exhausting week. Open round the clock, this spa offers exclusive body therapies, massages, facials, pedicures and manicures to men and women. Taking inspiration from the Asian, European and American...

Need to start your day with a breakfast platter laden with goodies, head straight to Nice Matin. It is named after the largest daily newspaper in the South of France. It offers French and Mediterranean cuisine in an ambiance of casual elegance. The...

Connected to the Rose Center of Earth and Space, which is itself part of the American Museum of Natural History, Hayden Planetarium has been wowing visitors with its astronomy exhibits and sky shows since 1935. It offers a spectacular space show,...

The plays produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival and held in the Delacorte open-air theater every summer are free. In the past, they have attracted such big-name actors as Meryl Streep, Kevin Kline and Christopher Walken. However, the wait for...

Daniel Boulud's namesake restaurant features contemporary, seasonal French cuisine, served in the Renaissance splendor of the main dining room or in the casually elegant bar and lounge....

Traditional and modern Japanese cuisine is brought together in the plush yet simple setting of Ono, located in the chic Hotel Gansevoort. Ono features an elegant two level dining room that welcomes the couple looking for a romantic evening, or the...

As the name implies, Petit Spa does not feature a great deal of space. However, what it lacks in size it certainly makes up for with its luxurious European services and friendly staff. Relaxing massages, deep-cleansing facials, and body treatments...

This cafe is named after the founder of the Neue Galerie museum Serge Sabarsky, and is an ode to the Viennese cafes where intellectuals are often found engaged in discussion. The Austrian menu includes Sabarsky Frühstück, linzertorte and strudgel....

Central Park is a public park in the center of Manhattan in New York City, United States. Central Park, which has been a National Historic Landmark since 1963, was designed by landscape designer and writer Frederick Law Olmsted and the English...

Lather, that name would evoke soap suds but it isn't—a place for complete skin enhancement, body enrichment and a beauty trip. Making you 'beautiful inside out', is the motto of this trendy and classic eco-friendly spa. The decor is made of mosaic...

Owners Maguy and Gilbert LeCoze came to New York from Paris in 1986 to establish this elegant restaurant for the sole purpose of cooking and preparing fish dishes. At the time, few could have predicted their incredible success; but every year since,...

From breakfast to late dinner, you can slide into one of the blue leather booths here and enjoy cheap, lively Cuban cuisine. Meals are an excellent value with large portions of good hearty food. Try the Sandwich Cubano and other pressed...

Visit Jin Soon to experience a fun albeit expensive way to pamper your paws. Uma Thurman being one of the esteemed clientèle, you can be assured of quality and satisfaction. Famous for pedicures, manicures and massages, choose from seven spa...

Abboccato�s menu reflects the true appetites of Italy. Owned by The Livanos Family, owners of three-star Oceana and Molyvos, New York�s newest Italian restaurant will serve food to people who have traveled to Italy, loved what they have eaten,...

Located in Central Park, this outdoor rink is one of the city's premier ice skating spots. The atmosphere is fun and relaxed, and amateurs are certainly welcome. There is a snack bar and lockers available. Try to visit on the weekdays, as the...

Scented candles and soothing colors welcome you to the Spa at Four Seasons Hotel. The place offers a unique treatment menu, where modern technology blends with Aromatherapy and Asian traditions. Opt for a cool scrub or a soothing scalp method and put...

This Midtown hot spot has developed a reputation for good steaks and a mostly male business crowd. Dry-aged beef is served in hearty portions, as well as extra-thick veal and lamb chops. Seafood selections include red snapper and striped bass. Large...

When you get tired of sleuthing around the nearby antique stores, revitalize those bargaining skills at this quaint café. Antique hounds love to pop in and gloat over their latest find, while enjoying the fresh sandwiches and beverages available...

Herald Square is named after a defunct New York newspaper. It was once the heart of a red light district, but now visitors are mainly interested in shopping at Macy's, 'the largest department store in the world', Toys R Us, and the Manhattan Mall. It...

This restaurant is located in the West Village. It is run by renowned chef April Bloomfield, known for her work in Chez Panisse, Kensington Place and River Cafe. Try the favorites, which include Marinated Black Fig Salad with Thyme & Parmesan and Pot...

The heart of this well-known Italian neighborhood is Mulberry Street. Years ago, the vast majority of people who lived here were Italian, but expansion of Chinatown and Italian migration to the suburbs has changed the make-up of the neighborhood....

This seaport dates back to the 1600's. It was renovated about 30 years ago to become a historic landmark as well as a shopping mall. It features amazing views of the East River and the Brooklyn Bridge. The mall is divided into three sections—one...

Kittichai, on the ground floor of the 60 Thompson...