*Staff Favorite*

In The Heights is one of the hottest and newest off-broadway musicals that all of us here at NYC Pocket loved. Whether you live in Washington Heights in real life or know nothing about it, the cast brings to life the humor and truth about the daily lifestyle of the community in the heights.

*Restaurants*

 

 

Palma on Cornelia Street in the Village.  This place is so special.  Love the owner.  Read review here.
Porters on 7th ave in Chelsea.  Very cool spot.  They have big arm chairs at some of the tables.

Il Valentino on Sutton Place.  Terrific service and a really beautiful restaurant.

The Door Lounge on 9th Ave.  Great for a quick bite or drink after work.

Zen Palate  -Several locations.  The newest is in Union Square.

*Spas and Salons*

 
Le Salon and Spa Chinois I have thoroughly enjoyed every single visit.  They have a curly hair expert, Theo who gave me the first haircut that I ever LOVED and their facials and body treatments are awesome.

Lush  Not a salon or a spa, but they have the most luscious line of skin care products.  All natural, no preservatives and of course, no animal testing.

*Shoppping* 

Renato Vasconcelos   Located on Orchard Street in the Lower East Side.  All Brazilian imports.  His Jewelry is GORGEOUS and the prices are great.  He does hair too!

Sam Ash  I come from a long line of musicians...This is THE place.

Top Gun  Into leather?  They’ve got hot stuff.

Fantasma Magic Store  Yes, I am an adult...but I love magic and I love toys.  They have magicians performing all day long.

*Clubs*

Home and Guesthouse  Home is more casual and Guesthouse is for a more mature crowd.

S.O.B.’s  World famous for a good reason.  Every major artist and group has performed there and there are Brazilian musicians and dancers performing for you while you have dinner.  Join in anytime.  Try a free salsa lesson on Fridays @ 5pm.

*Tours/Museums/Shows*

 

The Neue Galerie  I Love Klimt!

Foodsofny.com  Very well structured tour with interesting info about the city.  And it’s yummy ; )
 

Sony Wonder Technology Lab   Soooooooooooo cool.  Excellent outing with kids.

And anything from the Joyce Theater or Alvin Ailey.