Pastis used to be one of my favorite spots for breakfast and brunch in New York City, but then it closed and I thought it had shut down for good. …
Little Island opened in May 2021, but this stylish new green spot has somehow managed to stay under my radar, so it wasn’t until this summer, when my friend Oluva suggested that we went after our brunch at Clinton Street Baking Co., that I finally went to see what it was all about.
The manmade island is supported by 132 tulip-shaped structures, and looks like something from a sci-fi fairytale. It’s a great spot for a leisurely stroll through the winding pathways, with several vantage points from where you can enjoy some really beautiful views of both the NY and the NJ side of Hudson River.
While Little Island might be an urban playground, it feels like a lush escape, and it’s perfect for those in need for a short break from the hustle and bustle. We went around noon on a very hot day, but I would suggest that you go in the afternoon or early evening instead, to catch the golden hour lighting that makes the views even more beautiful, and to soak up the stunning sunset over the water.
It doesn’t take long to cover the pathways around the island, but if the weather is nice you can bring a picnic basket, a date, or simply unwind with a book and savor some downtime in the heart of the Big Apple.
For those seeking a cultural fix, Little Island hosts live performances and events on a regular basis, so be sure to check their calendar.
Little Island, Pier 55 in Hudson River Park at, W 13th St, New York
Welcome to Mitzie Mee, a site about everything New York City. Where to eat? What to eat? Things to do?
Pastis used to be one of my favorite spots for breakfast and brunch in New York City, but then it closed and I thought it had shut down for good. …
Kin Ramen popped up on my radar, when I was browsing GoogleMaps, looking for a good place for ramen on a Friday night. In New York, most ramen shops are …
I’m often asked where to go for dinner in New York City, so I thought I would put together a list with some of my favorite restaurants. You’ll find options …
Excuse My French is a charming French tapas bar with really nice food. You know, one of those places you would love to have just around the corner from where …
I’m often asked which beauty salons I would recommend in New York, so I thought I’d write a post once and for all, gathering the salons I usually visit when …
For quite a while, I thought mochi donuts were just an overrated fad and I wondered what was the purpose of mixing two concepts that were completely fine on their …
The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) is located in the Bronx, New York City. Spanning approximately 250 acres, it’s one of the largest and most renowned botanical gardens in the …
I think we can all agree that dim sum is nicest, when you can order many different kinds of small dishes to try, so even though I love dim sum, …
Leah and I are on a Thai food roll, and our latest find is Fish Cheeks on Bond Street. It was a friend of Leah who suggested that we tried …
I found Momosan by pure coincidence, when the peak of my ramen cravings happened to coincide with me, just walking by the ramen restaurant on Lexington. At first glance, Momosan …
Ichiran is a popular Japanese ramen restaurant chain, known for tonkotsu ramen. They’ve been present in New York City since 2016, and today they have branches in Brooklyn, Times Square …
Park Slope in Brooklyn has a great selection of restaurants, so when Sue and I were planning our night out, we decided to go to Haenyeo, which is one of …
The nicest bars in New York do not come with bottle service, velvet ropes, and bouncers in black suits. Speakeasies, that’s the word, and Prohibition-themed drinking spots are taking over …
I’m always looking for great ramen places, so even though ROKC is located far, far away, (between 140th & 141st street in Harlem), I immediately got curious, when Ana mentioned …
Milu is a casual Chinese eatery in New York. You order your food at the counter, McD-style, and clear your own table afterwards. The upside is that you get to …
These days, I’m trying to drink more matcha and less coffee, and places like Matchaful makes it really easy for me to make the transition. The cafe on Christopher street …
A couple of years ago, Tina celebrated her birthday at Traif in Brooklyn, and what a wonderful time we had. Although the focus was on the birthday girl that evening, …
Whitney Museum of American Art is much more than just a collection of paintings. In fact, the museum is known for embracing art in all forms, such as installations and …
