"What can we do in New York"
"I have two days, give me the Big Apple in a nutshell"
"Show me your city"
These and more requests hound me constantly as the summer flow commences from the shores of India to the land of the free. A newbie myself, I feel as stumped for a reply as they are for quick fixes. But I do have a list of my New York experiences and figure why not share those?
Something is better than nothing.
My first and instant response is to ask them to walk the Highline. Most people have not done that as yet. It is a walk I enjoy. It is above ground so you are not part of the mad foot and vehicle traffic of the city. It is aesthetically laid out and you can walk at your pace. If you feel thirsty, stop and get a glass of wine or chug a beer while sitting and appreciating the view. Many artists have peppered the walk with some kind of art installation, which makes the walk a visually delightful one too. For the fitness freaks, it is a great walk and gives you a chance to chalk up those fitbit steps. And in the spring and summer there are various events scheduled that can be found by visiting the Highline website.
Depending on where you begin or end, the Chelsea market and the meatpacking restaurants are easily accessible for your culinary pleasure. I love Spice Market for the Asian fusion and Catch for it's seafood. Though the steak on stone is meltingly good too. Toro does tapas style small plates and is worth a munch. Another great walk is across the Brooklyn bridge. Be warned, on a hot summer's day it is not recommended unless the heat does not bother you.
A museum junkie, I think no visit is complete without a visit to the intensely disturbing 9/11 Memorial museum. The usual Moma and Met are always a must for museum lovers but try and visit the Rubin museum for an amazing collection of Himalayan art. If you have young kids I highly recommend you take in the Blue Man show. Children absolutely love the fun and wet games. And when you are done grab a quick coffee at La Colombe before heading out for a meal to one of my favorite NYC restaurants, ABC Kitchen. Located close to the bustling Union Square the three beet salad is an absolute must. And another great spot for coffee lovers; a ten-minute walk towards Washington Square park takes you to Stumptown coffee roasters for a coffee experience you will cherish.
No visit to New York is complete without visiting some great bars. Between 5pm and 9pm, go to the top of the Standard for Krug champagne and Iranian golden ohsetra caviar: mouth smacking and an "only in NYC" experience. This can be a part of your Highline trail. A quaint bar, Lillies victorian establishment, on 48th near 8th avenue, takes you back to Dickensian times.
Indie movie fans can take in a show at Lincoln Plaza cinemas near Columbus circle.
And if you still have some time left in the day then skate, bike or stroll through Central park, go to the half price ticket booths and take a chance on a broadway musical, feast on Korean Barbecue in Koreatown or just soak the atmosphere in arty Soho.
If this does not give you a heady two day NYC experience, then nothing else can.
Go ahead and take a bite of the Apple.
"I have two days, give me the Big Apple in a nutshell"
"Show me your city"
These and more requests hound me constantly as the summer flow commences from the shores of India to the land of the free. A newbie myself, I feel as stumped for a reply as they are for quick fixes. But I do have a list of my New York experiences and figure why not share those?
Something is better than nothing.
My first and instant response is to ask them to walk the Highline. Most people have not done that as yet. It is a walk I enjoy. It is above ground so you are not part of the mad foot and vehicle traffic of the city. It is aesthetically laid out and you can walk at your pace. If you feel thirsty, stop and get a glass of wine or chug a beer while sitting and appreciating the view. Many artists have peppered the walk with some kind of art installation, which makes the walk a visually delightful one too. For the fitness freaks, it is a great walk and gives you a chance to chalk up those fitbit steps. And in the spring and summer there are various events scheduled that can be found by visiting the Highline website.
Depending on where you begin or end, the Chelsea market and the meatpacking restaurants are easily accessible for your culinary pleasure. I love Spice Market for the Asian fusion and Catch for it's seafood. Though the steak on stone is meltingly good too. Toro does tapas style small plates and is worth a munch. Another great walk is across the Brooklyn bridge. Be warned, on a hot summer's day it is not recommended unless the heat does not bother you.
A museum junkie, I think no visit is complete without a visit to the intensely disturbing 9/11 Memorial museum. The usual Moma and Met are always a must for museum lovers but try and visit the Rubin museum for an amazing collection of Himalayan art. If you have young kids I highly recommend you take in the Blue Man show. Children absolutely love the fun and wet games. And when you are done grab a quick coffee at La Colombe before heading out for a meal to one of my favorite NYC restaurants, ABC Kitchen. Located close to the bustling Union Square the three beet salad is an absolute must. And another great spot for coffee lovers; a ten-minute walk towards Washington Square park takes you to Stumptown coffee roasters for a coffee experience you will cherish.
No visit to New York is complete without visiting some great bars. Between 5pm and 9pm, go to the top of the Standard for Krug champagne and Iranian golden ohsetra caviar: mouth smacking and an "only in NYC" experience. This can be a part of your Highline trail. A quaint bar, Lillies victorian establishment, on 48th near 8th avenue, takes you back to Dickensian times.
Indie movie fans can take in a show at Lincoln Plaza cinemas near Columbus circle.
And if you still have some time left in the day then skate, bike or stroll through Central park, go to the half price ticket booths and take a chance on a broadway musical, feast on Korean Barbecue in Koreatown or just soak the atmosphere in arty Soho.
If this does not give you a heady two day NYC experience, then nothing else can.
Go ahead and take a bite of the Apple.
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