New York City is one of the most Jewish cities in the world. In fact, nearly 1 million New Yorkers are Jewish. The first Jewish people documented as having set foot on these shores, came in 1654. Unsurprisingly, the largest waves of Jewish immigrants to New York City came following the assasination of Alexander II [...]read moreHolocaust Memorial Sites in New York City
New York City has a rich Irish History. In many ways, Irish immigrants shaped New York City into what it is today. There are many places where you can learn more about Irish history in New York, as well as honor immigrants, and simply drink an historic pint of Guinness. Here are some Irish history [...]read moreIrish History Sites in New York City
March is always an exciting month in New York City. With any luck, New Yorkers begin to see the very first signs of spring. There are also cultural celebrations, such as St. Patrick’s Day, and nostalgic fun, such as a Hannah Montana 20th anniversary show at MSG. Let’s explore the best things to do in [...]read moreBest Things to Do in NYC March 2026
To truly survive in New York City, you need to give yourself an occasional self-care day. This will let you relax and reset from the hustle and bustle of pounding the pavement in the Big Apple. Where in New York City should you go for a self-care day? What are the best things to do [...]read moreBest Things To Do In NYC for a Self-Care Day
Bryant Park is often referred to as the “Backyard of Times Square.” This urban oasis is located just a block away from One Times Square. Bryant Park used to be a local secret, a place New Yorkers could run to get away from tourists, but now, it’s one of the most popular places to hang [...]read moreHistory of Bryant Park
Did you know that Luigi Mangione, Sean Combs (aka P.Diddy and Puff Daddy), and Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, are being held at the same New York City detention center? This is the Metropolitical Detention Center in Brooklyn. Let’s learn more about the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn and its more notable inmates. Where is the [...]read moreMetropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn
New Year’s Eve in New York City is rife with traditions. While the Times Square Ball Drop is obviously the most famous NYC New Year’s Eve Tradition, so is the New York Road Runners’ midnight run, complete with fireworks over Central Park. But let’s zoom in even further and look at the origins of traditions [...]read moreHistory of New Year’s Eve Traditions
Looking for a great last-minute NYC gift? We’ve got your back. We know all the nooks and crannies for unique New York gifts that will truly knock someone’s socks off, no matter how picky they are. The best part of these last-minute New York City gifts is that they are all affordable for mere mortals. [...]read moreLast-Minute NYC Gift Ideas
Every NYC dog owner dreams of great dog-friendly restaurants in NYC. Since NYC apartments are tiny, dog owners are always looking for adventures to have with their furry friends. While NYC offers a huge variety of dog parks, it’s nice to know you can also sit down to a meal with your precious pooch. Before [...]read moreDog-Friendly Restaurants in NYC
New York City loves Christmas, and as such, is filled with beautiful Christmas trees during the holiday season. There is of course the most famous of them all, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, but you won’t want to miss the city’s hidden coniferous holiday gems. Here is a list of our favorite NYC Christmas trees, [...]read moreBest Christmas Trees in New York City
One of the best places in New York City to buy souvenirs and gifts during the holiday season are the city’s abundant holiday markets. New York City takes its holiday market tradition from Europe. While many think these traditions date back to ancient times, even in Europe the holiday markets are relatively modern. (Emphasis on [...]read moreHoliday Markets in New York City
If you’re visiting New York City this Christmas season, you’ll be looking for the most festive places to eat, drink, and be merry. Fortunately there are a ton of Christmas-themed restaurants in New York City, we have scavenged the best for you and know which Christmas themed restaurants are on Santa’s Nice list, this year! [...]read moreBest Christmas-Themed Restaurants in NYC
