Cuban comfort food has arrived on the Upper West Side, to the delight of local residents at Cafe Con Leche. This bright, sociable spot serves simple fare like Seafood and Rice Soup and Arroz Con Pollo to a lively, eclectic crowd. The cafe is popular...

This popular attraction is the largest Natural History Museum in the world. It is bursting with artifacts, displays and exhibits, all geared to let out secrets about the beautiful natural world. The visit begins with dinosaurs, which welcome you as...

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...

Work out at the end of a hectic day at Clay's state-of-the-art gym. There are personal trainers to guide you at every stage. If you're feeling too lazy to exercise, head to the salon to rejuvenate yourself. There are a whole variety of body...

Far west into the meatpacking district lies this ultra posh little department store that's the first of its kind in the still raw area. While hot nightspots are a dime a dozen here, the singular Jeffrey peddles Manolo Blanik shoes to the jet set. If...

This pizza place features no atmosphere, no service and no seating. But if you are on the run and need a good slice, Joe's is the place to go. The pizza is available plain or with toppings. If you have a little more time, just down the street is...

This stylish Italian joint lives up to its untarnished reputation. The food is to die for and the ambiance is classy. It's a perfect place to take your loved one to for a quiet evening. The wine list is impressive and the food is authentic Italian,...

The majestic Empire State Building was completed in 1931 as the world's tallest building. While not the tallest anymore, it remains as impressive as ever. At night the building is lit up, with special colors displayed on holidays. Tickets can be...

Unpretentious and eclectic, August brings urban rustic to the heart of the village. Regional European cuisine is offered lunch, dinner and brunch, and there is always something new to try as the menu changes often to “reflect the local climate.”...

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...

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...

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...

If you are searching for something different in the world of takeout food without sacrificing taste or nutritional value, look no further than this Flatiron District shop. Head to the salad bar and choose from a variety of American creations with a...

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....

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...

Brooklyn Bridge was built to connect the island of Manhattan to Brooklyn. At almost 1,600 feet, at the time of its completion in 1883, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world. Its architecture remains a wondrous sight in the New York...

Wall Street refers to the financial district of New York City, named after and centered on the eight-block-long street running from Broadway to South Street on the East River in lower Manhattan. Over time, the term has become a metonym for the...

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

New York City is certainly known for its bagels, and some good ones are sold here. Over the weekend, you may have to stand on line, but it is worth the wait. The staff is quick and courteous. Served up fresh baked and hot, try one of their plain,...

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...

Set on the East side of the grandly inspiring I.M. Pei-designed lobby on East 57th Street, 57 presents a very special dining experience. The stylish American menu features culinary specialties from the U.S. Northeast and other regions. Daily power...

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...

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...

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...

Italian-style paninis are the star at this trendy West Village eatery, where you can duck in for a quick lunch or linger over wine and dessert. 'ino manages to capture both simplicity and superb flavor, all while avoiding destroying the...

New York's Chinatown is a cultural haven full of ancient and exotic traditions, and a huge amount of restaurants. This bustling and crowded neighborhood is home to over half of the city's Chinese population. In the grocery stores and fruit stands,...

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,...

On the opening night of this famous music house, Tchaikovsky conducted and New York's elite waited in line to enter. Carnegie Hall quickly became an international Mecca of classical music, attracting the brightest stars from Bernstein to Toscanini....

Hosted by the fabulous talking robot, B.B. Wonderbot, Sony Wonder Technology Lab is an interactive hi-tech playground which is a great place for kids, and the best part is that it is free. With rotating exhibits on audio, robotics, networks and more,...

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....

This is a newly opened restaurant, housed within the Hotel On Rivington. Chef Kurt Gutenbrunner offers a well designed menu, listing a good number of starters (hot and cold), side dishes and entrees to choose from. Steamed Duck Rounds Wrapped in...

To relieve stress and exhaustion escape to Bliss 49, located on the fourth floor in W Hotel in New York City. This top of the line spa facility features massage therapy, body treatments, facial treatments, alternative healing modalities, waxing and...

Katz's of New York City, is a kosher-style (not kosher according to Jewish Halacha) delicatessen restaurant. Since its founding in 1888, it has become popular among locals and tourists alike for its pastrami sandwiches and hot dogs, both of which...

Built in 1913, Grand Central Terminal is impressive even to New Yorkers, particularly the massive main hall with its cathedral-like vaulted ceiling. The building s beautiful with chic new shops and a food court lending an air of urban charm. Not an...

The opening of the Top Of The Rock observation deck adds to the many facets of Rockefeller Center's worldwide attraction: its skating rink, NBC studios, the famous Christmas tree. The Top Of The Rock observation deck sits serenely at the 70th floor...

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...

Renowned chef Dante Boccuzzi succeeds in preparing a feast for diners in this luxurious restaurant. Discerning diners are sure to be impressed by the traditional American cuisine prepared to perfection. Sample Yellowfin Tuna Tartare with chili-spiced...

Emphasizing luxury and specialty goods, Barneys New York is a premium shopping experience with fabulous customer service and a knack for promoting new, young designers. Barneys New York sells ritzy items such as silk ties, Prada bags and elite...

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...

MoMA is considered by many to be one of the best modern art museums in the world and with a major renovation recently completed by Yoshio Taniguchi, it has only become better. The building was erected in 1939 under the supervision of Edward Durrell...

If the soaring price of Broadway tickets starts to take a toll on your budget, never fear the TKTS Booth is nearby. Established by the Theater Development Fund in 1973, TKTS offers dozens of tickets for Broadway and off-Broadway at half or...