I’ve lived in New York City for over a year and have loved getting to know the city more each day.
New York City has some of the best Italian restaurants in the world and many of the city’s most iconic and most memorable restaurants are Italian. New York City’s food culture has been shaped by waves of Italian immigration over the 19th and 20th centuries, and the city is home to the original, and most famous Little Italy in the world. This makes dining at one … Continue reading 15 Best Italian Restaurants in New York City
SoHo is one of the most stylish neighbourhoods in New York City, which makes it one of the city’s great brunch & cafe hotspots. After living next to SoHo (in Nolita) for nearly two years, I’ve put together this guide to the best cafes, brunch spots, coffee & bakeries in SoHo, based on my own personal experience. I’ve included some old school institutions like Balthazar … Continue reading The Best Cafes, Coffee, Brunch & Bakeries in SoHo NYC
Planning your first trip to New York City is exciting and overwhelming in equal measure. If you’re spending 5 days in New York City for the first time, there’s a mind-boggling number of things to do, see and eat. Planning a 5 day itinerary can seem impossible, but with a little strategic planning you’ll be amazed at how many of the best things to see … Continue reading Itinerary: 5 Days in New York City for First Time Visitors
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If you’re planning your first trip to New York City and are wondering what the best neighbourhood to stay in New York City is, you’re in the right place! I lived in New York City for nearly two years, and have plenty of tips on where to stay in New York City, as well as some well-known neighbourhoods you might want to avoid. Deciding where … Continue reading Where to stay in New York City: 10 Best Neighbourhoods for Visitors & Where to Avoid (2025)
The Upper West Side is the New York City of Hollywood and sitcoms, and walking around the neighbourhood feels a bit like walking around a movie set. While it doesn’t have as many flashy attractions as other neighbourhoods, there are still so many things to do on the Upper West Side. This Upper West Side neighbourhood guide includes best things to do on the Upper … Continue reading Upper West Side Neighborhood Guide
It’s hard to get a sense of how big New York City is from the streets of Manhattan. After living in New York City for nearly two years, I’ve rounded up the best places for incredible views of New York City. The best views of New York City are found at the Top of the Rock, The Empire State Building, East River State Park, The … Continue reading 15 Of The Absolute Best Views of New York City
The Top of the Rock is one of New York City‘s three observation decks, and for me, it’s the best. Located at the top of the Rockefeller Centre in Midtown Manhattan, it’s home one of the best views of New York City. The Top of the Rock has timed entry, so we timed our visit to catch “golden hour”, which is the hour before sunset, … Continue reading Golden Hour at the Top of the Rock
New York City is home to the best bars in the world, from high end cocktail bars to jaw-dropping rooftop bars, to chic wine bars and iconic dive bars. New bars open in New York City every week, but the city is also home to several historic bars that are more than a hundred years old, and have stood the test of time. After living … Continue reading 25 Best Bars in New York City: The Ultimate Guide
SoHo is one of the most fashionable neighbourhoods in New York City. Come for cobblestones, the historic cast-iron building facades, major fashion labels and the American raw bars and classic bistros that have become New York institutions. I lived in New York City, next to SoHo in Nolita, for nearly two years. This SoHo neighbourhood guide includes my favourite things to do in SoHo and the … Continue reading SoHo NYC Neighbourhood Guide: Local’s Guide (2025)
New York City is bursting at the seams with sights, attractions and interesting neighbourhoods, which makes it both equally exciting and overwhelming for first time visitors. I lived in New York City for two years and have thought long and hard about my favourite experiences in the city that I’d recommend hand over heart to my nearest and dearest. I’ve rounded up my top recommendations … Continue reading 20 Of The Best Things to Do in New York City (2025)