“It is difficult to explain what seclusion means when you find it on an island in the middle of Broadway, amid the roar of midday traffic.” André Aciman, “Shadow Cities” Read more.
Unique facade which AIA coins "an underrated facade." Name mockingly given to Mahattanites to describe apt living. Built in 1914 with friezes of rattlesnakes, lions, buffalo skulls. More via our blog. Read more.
Located in building known as the Hotel des Artistes (artist co-op). The Leopard replaces the Cafe des Artistes which resided here for 92 yrs. Known for its nudist themed murals. More info in our blog. Read more.
Hailing from Syracuse, this popular rib joint boasts the best BBQ north of the Mason Dixon. We recommend the chicken wings and the BBQ rib smackers for fall-off-the-bone deliciousness.
Great after work martini spot or a nice place to chill on the weekends. Relax and let the super friendly bartenders mix you a perfect martini.
Nice place to relax and enjoy the change of seasons, but go during peak hours. Park is gritty in early morning and after dark.
PHOTO: A father shows his sons the murals inside the lobby of the Apollo. Click "More Info" to see this great historic pic from 1954! Read more.
Best African-American Bookstore in NYC. Black celebrities come here for book signings (Tyrese, Tracey Morgan, Atlanta Housewives) Visit www.WeHarlem.com. Download WeHarlem iPhone/Android App 4 FREE!
This is a great place to go get your feet, nails or hair done. This place also has two barbers who do a good job.
We love Meetup.com! Important tool for organizing and activism. Lots of good events happen here- make sure to follow them so you don't miss one!
To learn more how you can participate in person, visit: http://on.nyc.gov/qde8CR
Try the tlacoyos ($3): long masa flatbreads stuffed with refried beans and topped with bright-orange spicy pork, sweet chopped onion, lettuce, and cilantro. One of our 25 favorite food trucks! Read more.
The '02 Domaine Ferret Pouilly-Fuisse is favored by the owner, who tries to always be behind counter to talk about a collection he considers "an extension of me", so...he's way into Cote de Beaune? Read more.
A great place to hear people talk about what's going on in Harlem, events, news, links to others sites and more. Read more.
