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Top Chef Travels: Momofuku's David Chang on NYC Restaurants
Where does this chef-owner of some of Manhattan's most popular restaurants like to eat on his days off? That's what we wanted to know. Here, Chang shares his top restaurant picks (and dishes) in the city right now....
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8 Budget Tips for a NYC Holiday Trip
Despite the holiday season being one of the most expensive times to visit New York City, many travelers still come eager to see the city all lit up. Taking part in many of the festivities can be surprisingly affordable (and even free) if you plan accordingly.... Are you trying to wing a last minute trip? Check out our online New York City guide for our favorite affordable picks and look to travelers in our Forums for help planning your trip. This recent topic is also a particularly good starting point.
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A Perfect Day in New York City's Greenwich Village
Greenwich Village has a long bohemian history; for years the area was an enclave of counterculture, from beatniks to the antiwar movement to gay rights. Today, this picturesque neighborhood is better known for its celebrity residents and sky-high housing costs. However, there remains much to celebrate and see. High-rises and office towers have no business among the small curving streets, peculiar alleys, and historic town houses. The area has many specialty restaurants, café's, and boutiques with a warm and charming neighborhood vibe; you may particularly appreciate the change of pace if much of your trip's activity is centered closer to the chaos of Time Square. Here's one way to spend a day exploring a neighborhood that is as popular...
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Tour New York City's Central Park with a Celebrity
According to an article in today's New York Times, a new program by the Central Park Conservancy allows visitors to see the park through the eyes of the some of the city's most famous locals. By calling a phone number (646-862-0997), which is posted at 40 different sites throughout the park, and entering the appropriate code, visitors will be "led" by the likes of Whoopi Goldberg, Jerry Seinfeld, and Yoko Ono. Anne Hathaway, currently starring in Twelfth Night as a part of the Shakespeare in the Park series, gives a tour of Delacorte Theater. John McEnroe takes visitors to center court at the Central Park Tennis Center....View all the sites and tour codes at the Central Park Conservancy site...Plan your visit: Central Park Guide...Save money: 12 Best...
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12 Best Free Summer Events New Yorkers Know About that Tourists Don't
If you want a true New York summer experience, join the locals, who mark their calendars as soon as dates are set for these free not-to-be-missed events. Picnic provisions are essential for park entertainment, and in a city where real estate seems to always be at a premium, people will arrive more than an hour in advance to throw down a blanket to claim space....
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New York City Deals: Fine Dining for Less
New York City right now is a fine-dining free-for-all, with top restaurants offering unprecedented bargains. Here are our current picks for the city's best upscale dining deals....
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NYC: Catch a free movie in Bryant Park
A tradition since 1992, watching films alfresco surrounded by tall Midtown buildings is a summertime rite of passage for New Yorkers. Bring a blanket and a picnic basket, and be prepared to stake out a good spot on the lawn well in advance. The park runs from 40th to 42nd streets between 5th and 6th avenues; movie schedules are posted on www.bryantpark.org. This summer's screenings include The Sting, Harold and Maude, and Close Encounters of the Third Kind... (More)
Cheap NYC Lunches: Fodor's Top 5 Favorite Food Carts & Trucks
There's a secret among in-the-know New Yorkers when it comes to a fast, cheap, and interesting lunch that surpasses the average pizza, burger, and hot dog fare: food carts and trucks. While carts can be found on practically every corner of the city, a handful are worth seeking out for noteworthy eats and recession-friendly prices to match....
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Dine Like the Obamas in NYC
President Obama and First Lady Michelle enjoyed a night out in New York last weekend, dining at Blue Hill, an upscale Greenwich Village restaurant renowned for its commitment to seasonality and sustainable agriculture.... (More)
NYC: Catch rising stars at Juillard
Catch rising stars in classical music, drama, and dance at the Juilliard School's free student concerts. Free tickets are available at the Juilliard box office for theater performances; there's also a line for standby an hour before the show. Smaller acts don't require tickets beforehand....Related Links... Browse our online guide to New York City... (More)
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