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Re: The Modern / Restaurant at MoMA - 11 years ago
I know how much you love the Four Seasons, so The Modern must be fantastic! Lucky girl! I'm glad you enjoyed it.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: What is this location? - 11 years ago
Thankfully, that's an easy one. It's the intersection of Fifth Avenue and 57th Street. The gold building at the top (it's the SW corner) is the Crown Building (very beautiful....google it). Going clockwise, the next corner building is Bergdorf Goodman, the next is Louis Vuitton (which you really can't see from above), and the last is Tiffany's.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Museum of the City of New York - 11 years ago
Have a look at their web site for exhibit information:by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: What size art could I fit in a Park Avenue apartment elevator? - 11 years ago
There's not one standard size elevator, you'd have to check each building. Additionally, some service elevators might be larger. Then again, if the art doesn't fit, you can hire a hoisting company to remove a window frame and haul the thing up the side of the building.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Vegetarian-friendly restaurants - 11 years ago
I really like Green Table, which is in Chelsea Market. It's a casual place with really good food. Here's their menu: Pappardella is a favorite Italian, on the upper west side. Excellent food for carnivores, and excellent pasta: And if your friends can stand ONE dinner without meat, you must try NYC's best vegan restaurant, Blossom.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Free Special Event Sat. Nov. 10 - Jazz in Central Park - 11 years ago
Celebrate Autumn in New York tomorrow -- 30 Bands, 30 Locations -- free jazz all through the park, with an autumn theme. Thankfully, the weather is going to be beautiful.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: New York City Marathon - 11 years ago
A picture is worth a thousand words. Here's a photo from The Post of generators that were providing power to press tents at the marathon. These generators can provide power to 400 homes. I'm sorry the mayor took so long to change his mind, and so many runners and their families lost travel money. But this year's race had to be canceled.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Hurricane Sandy - 11 years ago
Happy to still have power here, I hope it stays that way through the coming storm. I feel sorry for tourists who are stuck in their hotel rooms -- no transportation and everything's closed.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Where are the Public Restrooms NYC? - 11 years ago
Good tip, KM. I'll have to give the Standard a try. I usually go to the Gansevoort or Spice Market.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: restaurant good for vegans and non-vegans - 11 years ago
That sounds delish, Kelly. Thanks!by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: School Trip - February 2013 - 11 years ago
I wish you a lot of luck! How did you make out last year for restaurants for your group? Aside from national chains and fast-food outlets, it's difficult to just walk into a place with that large a group. Similarly, while there are cute little shops and great art galleries throughout the Village and Chelsea, most will not look kindly on a big group of kids entering at the same time.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: walking manhattan from harlem down - 11 years ago
You can walk up Broadway from Bowling Green all the way up to Inwood at the Northern tip of Manhattan. "A Walk Up Broadway," with architectural historian Barry Lewis and David Hartman, is unfortunately only available on VHS. But if you've got a way to view it, I highly recommend this informative and entertaining video tour.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
I didn't know the President was from the Bronx - 11 years ago
This video is from The New York Times:by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
This is Open House New York Weekend - 11 years ago
Here's a link to the Event Guide. It's too late to book the tours that require reservations, but there's a lot more to choose from.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Columbus Circle Art Installation - 11 years ago
At first I was annoyed that the ugly supporting scaffolding for this installation covered up the statue and ruined the view of Columbus Circle. However, it's only a temporary installation, and the statue itself is going to be restored. So I've changed my mind, and now I can't wait to go see it. Here's the link for anyone else interested. Tickets are free but must be resby Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: metro - 11 years ago
Your best bet is to buy the 7-day unlimited-ride cards (you'll each need your own), and then a pay-as-you-go card, which can be loaded up with almost any denomination. The pay-as-you-go cards can be shared by both of you, you just swipe and then pass the card back to the next person. Free transfers are automatically added and deducted. If you buy both kinds of cards at the same time, beby Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Biggest burger in Manhattan? - 11 years ago
I always thought Jackson Hole had the biggest burgers, much too big for me. But their web site says they're 7 ounces, or less than half what you're looking for. Good luck on your quest. Let us know what you find. And bring Alka-Seltzer!by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: On Time New York Tour - 11 years ago
Aw, shucks! Can't wait to see you, Salsa....and Kennedy and Kelly.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Would so love to live in USA.. any chance? - 11 years ago
Here is the page on immigration information from the U.S. State Department:by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: NYC Bus - silly question! - 11 years ago
Ring it just after the doors close on the stop just before yours, or as you see your stop coming up ahead. If you aren't sure or can't see the street signs, ask the driver or anyone on the bus to let you know when you get to your stop.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Helen Gurley Brown - 11 years ago
A life well lived, on her own terms. Many years ago, I shared a table at an event with the Browns, and she and I chatted for some time. She was charming, friendly, and very real.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: New York Libraries - 11 years ago
It's available at amazon.com. You can have it shipped overnight to your hotel.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: New York - Washington Train - 11 years ago
There are two options on Amtrak. The Northeast Regional service, which takes 3.5 to 4 hours, and the Acela, which takes less than 3 hours and costs about $100 more each way. If you already know your schedule, you're better off buying your tickets sooner, as the prices go up nearer the date. When you're on the www.amtrak.com site, the stations you want are NYP (New York Penn Stationby Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: City Island - 11 years ago
Ooooh, I think I've found a place. Looks like it gets insane at peak times though, we might have to do "early bird." I could go for the pernil asado and the bacalao right now!by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Safe for Woman walking late Night in Chelsea/Cab options - 11 years ago
Statistically, it's very safe. I would still stick to busy streets rather than deserted side streets. And always be aware of who's around you. I go home alone at all hours, and have never had a problem <knock wood!>, but several times I've gotten into a taxi and told the driver I thought someone was following me, and asked him to take me down the block and wait until I gotby Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: City Island - 11 years ago
I had dinner in City Island several years ago, it had been decades since I'd been there. And I haven't had a desire to return either. I can't even remember what we ordered, but I do remember that everything was just so ordinary. I don't remember the name of the place we went -- I think it was Lobster Box? -- but it had been highly recommended. Anyway, I have no desire to scby Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Life in a NYC-sized apartment - 11 years ago
Here's blogger Juli Weiner's take on Mayor Bloomberg's proposed teeny-tiny Kips Bay apartment living. And the rent? Around $2,000 a month! Pretty funny. Microhome, Sweet Home By Juli Weiner HELLO! I’m so glad you could make it to my microhousewarming. Ha-ha, no, there’s still going to be a lot of fun, I’m just calling it that because of how much I’m loving my new Kipsby Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Taking a friend to lunch at the United Nations - 11 years ago
I've never eaten in the Delegates Dining Room, but a friend says it's a lovely place. Please report back after your lunch.by Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
Re: Gospel Service - 11 years ago
Many churches separate the large groups of tourists so they don't interfere with the religious services. But tourists arrive by the busload, so arrangements are made to sit them in separate sections, usually up in the balcony. And some smaller churches are not welcoming to tourists at all. However, the Brooklyn Tabernacle does welcome visitors, and it's easy to get to by subway. Nby Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
The cop needed back-up? - 11 years ago
I hope I get on this jury! ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Couple Handcuffed, Jailed for Dancing on Subway Platform: lawsuit By Kathianne Boniello New York Post First smoking, then soda — now there’s no dancing in New York City. Caroline Stern, 55, and her boyfriend George Hess, 54, claim they were handcuffed for having happy feet on the platform of the Coby Oracle - Ask a New Yorker :
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