Anna Rahmanan

A new season calls for a new wardrobe, but who says the swap has to come with a hefty price tag? The best sample sales in NYC offer a goldmine of designer finds at a fraction of the cost. From chic outerwear to fresh footwear, these sales let you step into spring with a stylish new look—without breaking the bank.

The so-called ‘golden age of television’ is generally considered to have kicked off in the early 2000s, but the decade that preceded it is pretty darn shiny itself. The ’90s is where TV finally started to take some major risks, whether it was Jerry Seinfeld completely reinventing the sitcom, David Lynch getting his own space on primetime or HBO upping the game at the end of the decade. Even the more standard programming seemed to operate at a higher level than previous eras. If you happened to miss any of it the first time around, now’s a good time to catch up. The ’90s are all the rage again – both in fashion and music – and streaming platforms are packed with the decade’s best series. Here are 35 can’t-miss suggestions, along with where to find them. Recommended: 📺 The 101 best TV shows of all-time💻 The 40 best Netflix original series to binge🎮 The best 50 ‘90s movies🎶 The 50 best ‘90s songs

New York City has tons of things going for it, from incredible buildings to breathtaking parks. But surely, the top of the list includes NYC’s vast array of museums and galleries, covering every field of culture and knowledge: There are quirky museums and interactive museums, free museums and world renowned art institutions like the Met. Between them, they offer so many exhibitions of every variety and taste that it's hard to keep track of them. But if you’ve starting to suffer a sudden attack of FOMA (that's fear of missing art ;)), don't worry! We've got you covered with our select list of the best museum exhibitions in NYC. Don't waste any time—head to NYC's best museum exhibits now! RECOMMENDED: Full guide to museums in NYC

Growing up, the sandwich was in constant rotation. A shelf-stable sandwich was a constant cast member in my brown bag lunch, from the reliable turkey with a squirt of mustard to the simple yet satisfying peanut butter and jelly variety, all of which was prepared by my loving mother. But as I've grown, so has my imagination as to what I can slide between two halves of bread.  The mighty sandwich is really a vehicle for all. Carnivorous appetites call for hunks of brisket and barbecue to pastrami-stacked creations. Yet sandwiches sprouting with veggies and vegetarian-forward ingredients can be just as satisfying if not more. And no matter what, a sandwich beats a sad desk salad, any day. When the hankering calls for a carb-laden lunch (or breakfast or dinner, we don't care), thumb through this list and discover your new favorite sub. Editor's note: We removed Bonafide Delicatessen and Cafe, Ciao, Gloria, Henry Public and Rowdy Rooster. We added Bark Barbecue, Calyer, Daily Provisions, Ends Meat, Ollin, Win Son Bakery and The Bonnie.  RECOMMENDED: The 25 most spectacular sandwiches in the world

New York City's art scene is in for an impressive spring season. The season begins with an extensive survey of Brooklyn artists at the Brooklyn Museum. Then, there's The Affordable Art Fair, The Frick Collection's re-opening, never-before-seen Hilma af Klint illustrations, and an exhibit on nuclear posters at Poster House. We're especially looking forward to "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at The Met and "Out of the Closets! Into the Streets!" at Hispanic Society. From public art displays to gallery shows to museum presentations, here are 17 art experiences we’re excited about this spring for you to mark your calendar. No matter which you choose, New Yorkers you're guaranteed to feast your eyes on some incredible works this spring.  

Finding the best hotel in NYC to stay at, whether on a trip here or a staycation, is paramount. Yes, you’ll likely be out and about and the hotel simply serves as a place to lay your head, but a good hotel can make or break your time in the city. New York prides itself on its hospitality and that is pretty clearly evidenced by its best hotels. Every kind of traveler can find their perfect holiday haven in this glorious city, from sleek boutique hotels in the city’s trendiest neighborhoods to opulent luxury stays near the top NYC attractions. You’ll even find some of the best spas and restaurants tucked inside their lobbies. Whether you’re a first-time visitor to the Big Apple or a local craving an inner-city staycation, these properties take the cake when it comes to hospitality and hotel perks. Cue room service. February 2025 update: We have completely revamped our list by visiting dozens of hotels across NYC, most recently, the Carlyle. So know that when you’re reading this list, you’re getting the most up-to-date information. 🇺🇸 Click here to view our full guide to the best things to do in NYC🏨 Discover the best cheap hotels in NYC🌉 Explore the coolest Airbnbs in Brooklyn💗 Book one of the best boutique hotels in NYC Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in and review every hotel featured, we've based our list on our expert knowledge of the destination covered, editorial reviews, user reviews, hotel amenities, and in-depth research to find you the best stays.

New York is a green city. Back in March of 2021, then-New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation into law that effectively legalized marijuana in the state. It was a long time coming: lawmakers had been trying to pass the guidelines since back in 2018 but conversations would stall on the topic of tax revenue from sales. Finally, in 2021, the stage budget proposal included the Cannabis Regulation and Taxation Act (more on that later).  RECOMMENDED: Weed 101: Everything to know about cannabis in NYC Fast-forward nearly two years and the legalization of recreational cannabis began to actually take effect and all previous marijuana-related criminal records in the state of New York were given the current legality of the substance. New York State legalized the sale of cannabis for adult recreational use in 2022. That year, thousands of New Yorkers applied for their Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary (CUARD) license and (at the time of publication) over 40 of them went on to open licensed dispensaries, including 16 of them right here in New York City in 2023. Since then, more than 300 have opened across the state, as of January 2025. Of course, there are still a lot of questions to be answered: Can weed also be grown at home? Where can New Yorkers buy the stuff and will they be stopped if carrying it around? Can anyone sell marijuana now? Below, check out our extensive guide to marijuana legalization in New York state. Recommended: What to expect in NYC now that weed is

NYC can be a very, very expensive place—but it doesn’t have to be. And you don’t have to sacrifice style or quality for cheap prices, either. If you know where to look, NYC is packed to the brim with chic, cozy hotels at prices that won’t make your eyes water. So whether you’re hunting for a historic hideaway, a room with a view, or simply a hotel with an uber-convenient location, we’ve got you covered with our list of top low-budget hotels around town. Now you've got a whole lot of extra cash to spend during your stay. You're welcome! RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best hotels in NYC Updated February 2025: Whether in town for the first time, a frequent visitor or a New Yorker looking for a unique staycation option, one thing is for sure: you don't want to go broke when booking a hotel stay. Cheap options fill up quickly these days, which is why we've browsed neighborhoods and boroughs to give you as many new options for low-budget hotels as possible. Happy vacation. 🇺🇸 Click here to view our full guide to the best things to do in NYC🏨 Discover the best hotels in NYC🌉 Explore the coolest Airbnbs in Brooklyn💗 Book one of the best boutique hotels in NYC Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in and review every hotel featured, we've based our list on our expert knowledge of the destination covered, editorial reviews, user reviews, hotel amenities and in-depth research to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on o

New York City is full of free outdoor art that you don't even have to go to a museum to see. Sculptures, murals and photographs can be found in its parks, sidewalks and on its buildings! Locations such as the High Line, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum Of Art, Cadman Plaza in Brooklyn, Socrates Sculpture Park in Queens and other NYC locales all have a wide variety of pieces awaiting you, from massive sculptures to eye-popping murals and graffiti. Best of all, it costs you nothing to pay a visit. Below, find the best outdoor art in NYC to stroll by for a DIY walking tour. RECOMMENDED: The best art shows and exhibits in NYC

Whether or not you’re a sports fan, the halftime show is the one thing everyone tunes into on Super Bowl Sunday. This year was no different with Pullitzer-prize-winning rapper (!) Kendrick Lamar taking the stage alongside special guest SZA (plus a few other surprises we won’t ruin just yet). The halftime show is a long-standing tradition that has featured some of the country's biggest stars, from Beyoncé to Prince to Madonna. Every year, it brings us a thrilling performance filled with fireworks, splashy entrances, special guests, and plenty of surprises to keep you glued to your TV set. This year’s musical spectacle made a big impression, but that doesn’t mean they’ve all landed well with audiences. We’ve seen our share of misses among the best Super Bowl halftime shows. Below, a cherry-picked ranking of the performances that got us dancing, singing and discussing with colleagues the next day.

No matter where you are or where you work in New York, you’re probably stressed out. As great as our fair city is—with so many amazing things to do, fabulous restaurants and top-notch bars—it’s hard to find time to chill out. Taking a weekend getaway or relaxing on a nearby beach are good ways to relax, but often we need serenity NOW (and let’s face it: sometimes planning that beach trip or weekend getaway can lead to even more stress!). A relaxing spa treatment can be just the thing for a quick fix. Problem is, most of us can’t afford the luxurious spas that promise instant bliss. Fortunately there are a number of spots for affordable spa treatments in NYC. Whether it’s a facial, a massage, a mani-pedi or a body scrub, one to two hours at a spa will give you the re-set you need. You’ll feel refreshed and glowing in no time. RECOMMENDED: Find more spas in NYC

2025 is set to be a momentous year when it comes to travel. Citywide celebrations and milestone anniversaries will be taking place in Amsterdam and Rome, sparkling new cultural centres are flinging open their doors in Rotterdam, New York and Abu Dhabi, and there are fresh chances to see some wonderful wildlife in Australia, Singapore and Greenland – but that’s just the beginning. Read on for our roundup of the 25 coolest, weirdest and most adventurous new things to do across the world in 2025, no matter your whereabouts or budget. RECOMMENDED:🇬🇧 The best things to do in the UK in 2025🛍️ The coolest neighbourhoods in the world🎪 The world’s best music festivals for 2025🌃 The best cities in the world right now  

The opulent residence that houses a private collection of great masters (from the 14th through the 19th centuries) was originally built for industrialist Henry Clay Frick. The firm of Carrère & Hastings designed the 1914 structure in an 18th-century European style, with a beautiful interior court and reflecting pool. The permanent collections include world-class paintings, sculpture and furniture by the likes of Rembrandt, Vermeer, Renoir and French cabinetmaker Jean-Henri Riesener.  Following its 2020 closure, the Frick Collection will officially reopen on April 17, 2025 inside its historic Gilded Age mansion. When it opens, visitors will be able to look through the museum's permanent collection inside restored spaces on the first floor while also walking around a new roster of galleries on the mansion's second floor, open to the public for the very first time. According to The Frick, the second floor used to be the Frick family’s private living quarters, but later became staff meeting rooms and administrative offices. So yes, you’ll be able to walk into the original bedroom of Henry Clay Frick!

One of the most visited historical sites in Europe, the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, has opened an exhibition in New York for the first time. Find it at the Center for Jewish History in the Flatiron District through April 30, 2025. New Yorkers can now walk through a full-scale re-creation of the rooms where Anne Frank, her parents Otto and Edith, her sister Margot, the Van Pels family and Fritz Pfeffer (all Jews) spent two years in hiding from the Nazis during World War II. Inside the re-created annex itself, every object displayed in glass cases is original—things that Anne, her family and fellow hideout Jews touched and used daily, alongside exact replicas of other items. The exhibition also includes a gallery space that walks visitors through the events leading up to the Holocaust, when 6 million Jews were murdered, and its aftermath. Expect to see objects—some original, others exact replicas from the house in Amsterdam—alongside striking images. There's a remarkable amount of archival footage on display—photos and videos blown up to massive size that demand attention to every detail.  Brace yourself for a deeply emotional experience. Time Out tip: upon entering, be sure to grab an audio guide. The space is filled with artifacts, photos and videos, but the text on the walls is minimal, mostly consisting of quotes from Anne’s diary and from family members. 

In what is likely to be the most New York-way to ring in the New Year, dance to electrifying beats by DJ Kristaval, who will be performing 1,000 feet above the city at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt on December 31. You can also expect two complimentary cocktails of your choice, a complimentary champagne for a midnight toast, and a dessert bar with plenty of gourmet bites.  For $300, you'll gain access to all three floor sof the space until 2am, including the beautiful rooftop. You can purchase tickets right here.

If Netflix’s Squid Game was one of your favorite shows and you’re looking forward to the new season premiere this December, you’ll want to try your hand at some of the challenges at Squid Game: The Experience here in NYC. Set within Manhattan Mall (100 West 33rd Street by Sixth Avenue), you get into teams of up to 24 people each to complete challenges across 60 minutes, including those that appeared on the TV show (yes, you’ll get to try your hand at the iconic Red Light Green Light) plus a number of brand-new ones built specifically for the experience.  Once done playing, you can enjoy a night market offering a variety of Korean and international sweet and savory foods—plus drinks! As the event's official spirits partner, Johnnie Walker is serving signature cocktails inspired by the show such as The 456, at the Johnnie Walker Black Label bar.

The ultimate family concert experience, the Kidz Bop tour is hitting New York's Beacon Theatre with 90 minutes of pop tracks sung by children... for children. The concert coincides with the group's latest album Kidz Bop 2024 Vol. 2. This year's Kidz Bop Kids—Aleah, JJ, Shila and Tyler—will perform songs like "Dance the Night," "Shake it Off," "TEXAS HOLD 'EM," "Sunroof" and "Uptown Funk," among others. A few things to keep in mind: the show features an intermission and you are more than welcome to snap photos of the experience before, during and after the producion. A message to fans: every Kidz Bop tour is different, so expect an all-new set design, novel costumes, choreography and more at this year's shenanigans. You can snag tickets to the Beacon Theatre concert right here. 

Is the role of a hotel to shield its guests from the outside world or render them participants to the goings-on of the city they get to temporarily call home? If you’re leaning towards the former, then the Greenwich Hotel, the eight-story luxury abode near Tribeca that's partly owned by actor Robert De Niro, is where you’ll want to stay while in town.  Nestled on the corner of North Moore Street and Greenwich Street right by the West Side Highway, the building boasts 73 rooms, some of which overlook an interior courtyard, 11 suites and two duplex penthouses that are aptly named The Greenwich and The North Moore.  On a recent visit while staying in a luxurious suite on the second floor, I was struck by one aspect of the experience: I forgot I was in New York. When looking out the window and into the courtyard, I noticed the absence of the very things that make the city what it is on a visual level. There were no buildings, no people rushing down the street and all was… quiet?  Despite the disconnect from its surroundings, the hotel offers a premium experience when it comes to your actual stay: the beautiful bathroom, complete with a shower and a bath, was stocked with Red Flower products developed specifically for the hotel and the bed, by British company Savoir, was particularly comfortable.  But there’s more: guests receive a complimentary newspaper every morning and the mini bar is filled with non-alcoholic drinks and snacks to be enjoyed completely gratis (keep in mind tha

Sabrina Carpenter’s sixth studio album, Short N’ Sweet, is set to drop this Friday. And Angelenos will get to celebrate the much anticipated new record with a visit to this exclusive pop-up experience, courtesy of Complex L.A. at 433 North Fairfax Avenue. Friday, August 23 through Sunday, August 25 from 11am to 7pm, folks can shop exclusive merchandise inspired by and dedicated to the 25-year-old singer and actress. From T-shirts to tanks, hats, totes, CDs and vinyl records, the roster of products on offer run the gamut in terms of style and genre, but each one pays homage to the artist behind the hit “Espresso.”

This luxury hotel by British entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson opened in 2023 in the NoMad district with over 450 guest rooms, suites and penthouses, plus an outdoor pool club only accessible to guests, event spaces and Everdene, a 4,000-square-foot indoor/outdoor dining and cocktail destination that will also feature nightly entertainment. Brooklyn-based firm MARKZEFF joined architecture gurus at Stantec to design the hotel, which, among other interesting characteristics, features subtle nods to nearby Madison Square Park while paying homage to the sort of bolder elements that the Virgin brand is known for—including the signature red staircase that connects the third and fourth floors of the property.  If you’re going all out or are perhaps looking for an interesting staycation option, consider booking the Sir Richard’s Flat, the 2,800-square-foot suite on the hotel’s 35th and 36th floors. The two-bedroom duplex includes a walk-in bathroom with luxe amenities, a kitchenette, a curated art collection within the space and, perhaps most notably, 24-foot windows with panoramic views of New York.

Angelenos will soon be able to taste one of the most iconic dishes served in New York when Katz’s Delicatessen, perhaps the most recognized deli in all of the East Coast, will open in L.A. for one day only this Saturday, June 29 from 11am to 6pm. Brought to this side of the country by Postmates and West Hollywood spot Bar Next Door, where the activation will be setting up at 9159 Sunset Boulevard, the pop-up will be serving a limited number of Katz’s famous pastrami sandwiches on rye with a side of the legendary house-made mustard and pickles. You can opt for either pickup or delivery on Postmates, and in addition to the app, there’ll be a limited number of sandwiches available at the bar for walk-ups (though you’ll likely need to wait in a standby line). Fair warning: The culinary delight will cost you $25 for half a sandwich and $45 for a full one. But trust us: The food is worth the price tag. Guests will also be able to look through limited-edition branded merch.

Mercer Labs, Museum of Art and Technology is a unique new immersive museum created by Roy Nachum, the artist behind Rihanna’s famous 2016 “Anti” album cover, and his business partner Michael Cayre, a real estate developer.  The 36,000-square-foot space opened in early 2024 at 21 Dey Street, inside the bank building that used to be part of the now-nextdoor Century 21. There are a total of 15 different rooms to explore, each one attacking all the senses upon entrance. Some outstanding installations include the one that the staff refers to as "The Dragon," where a total of 500,000 individual LED lights hung on strings adorn a room and are lit up to created 3D videos, including one of a galloping horse, that will catch your attention. Towards the end of the walkthrough is what can only be described as a cave of beautiful pink flowers (plastic ones), where there will soon be a bar as well. This is perhaps the most Instagrammable space within the museum as a whole, one that will likely come to represent the destination on social media once it officially opens. An installation of a robot will also delight. Dubbed Kuka Robot, the machine is found behind a glass in the middle of a bed of sand. The robot makes sand castles, sketches and more while visitors look on wondering how it's all possible. Taking a tour of the new Mercer Labs is something you might want to consider doing with kids. Not only are the visual elements striking and entertaining but certain rooms are specifically targ

A new public art installation by artist Curry J. Hackett has just taken over The Plaza at 300 Ashland in Brooklyn, and it's as futuristic as art gets these days: the piece, dubbed Ugly Beauties, features panoramic, AI-generated images of Black folks among various native weeds. According to an official press release, the work, on display through May 2, highlights a “metaphorical connection between society’s perception of these species and its treatment of Black people.” Upon approaching the structure, the viewer will immediately notice the juxtaposition of the various elements depicted, prompting all to think of our perception of what is beautiful and what is part of society at large. “Ugly Beauties expands on Downtown Brooklyn Partnership’s commitment to activating itsshared spaces with art installations that enliven the public realm and capture the spirit of theneighborhood,” said Regina Myer, President of Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, in a statement. “With residents, shoppers, workers, diners, and other visitors rushing around the neighborhood, we hope this piece will impart a moment of reflection and help Brooklynites to realize the beauty all around them. ”

There is something simultaneously spooky and romantic about walking through the Queens Botanical Garden after sunset—especially while participating in this year's Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars. A total of nine different installations are set up throughout the trail, each one capturing your attention in different ways, all embracing the power of light as their medium of choice. If it's an out-of-the-ordinary Christmas-adjacent light experience that you’re after, look no further than Astra Lumina.

Sonoma’s SingleThread, named number one restaurant in the world by La Liste (“the most selective global guide of restaurants, pastry shops and hotels, for gourmets and international travelers”), is embarking on a three-city culinary tour with two separate stops in New York this month alone. The eatery’s acclaimed ThroughLine experience will first take over the WSA space at 161 Water Street in downtown Manhattan between April 15 and 19. The pop-up will then move into Wildflower Farms in the Hudson Valley for two days on April 26 and 27. The farm-to-table eatery, which also happens to be the only three Michelin-starred restaurant in Sonoma, will be offering ticket holders a 12-course omakase meal paired with an eight-part film series by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Justin Taylor Smith. The production delves into the SingleThread’s sustainable sourcing practices and renowned culinary artistry.  Photograph: John Troxell   Photograph: Ayuchi Haga Sandlin Photograph: John Troxell As anticipated, the experience promises to be both luxurious and exclusive. Tickets are priced at $500 per diner, excluding tax and gratuity, with the option to add beverage pairings. There will be only two seatings each evening—at 5pm and at 8:30pm—with a maximum of 14 guests per session. Although New York is home to a vast variety of amazing restaurants, it’s always exciting when a top contender from out-of-town decides to set up shop—even temporarily—right here.  Ticket to the Manhattan stop of the

There’s something to be said about limits: although New York City restaurants’ astounding variety of culinary offerings is certainly appreciated, being able to taste the entire menu at any given eatery is a unique—and very rare—gastronomic moment that should really be treasured. That’s only one of the many reasons why Buba Bureka—the first-ever burekas-only destination in NYC, one with only four items on the menu—deserves praise. Although the space at 193 Bleecker Street in Greenwich Village only opened today, the business has already gone viral. Over the past few weeks, New Yorkers’ social media feeds have been drenched with the quartet of burekas served on-site by 32-year-old chef Ben Siman-Tov—also known as BenGingi on social media—and the on-point branding efforts put forward by his team, including an instantly recognizable red logo plastered all over the space and the pizza-slice-like boxes the creations are served in. Photograph: Cobey Arner Photograph: Cobey Arner Everything at Buba Bureka feels simple, yet it’s clear that a lot of thought has gone into it. Let’s start with the basics: the food. A popular baked pastry in Israeli cuisine, the bureka isn’t unknown in New York, but it has certainly never received this level of attention. The food is typically small—about the size of the palm of your hand—and stuffed with various ingredients, the most common being mashed potatoes, cheese, mushrooms and sometimes ground beef or chicken. At Buba Bureka, the food is almo

Lest you think streaming to be the undisputed winner when it comes to at-home TV and movie habits, think again: Night Owl Video is a new shop in Williamsburg that takes us back to a time when Blockbuster ruled the screens in our living rooms. In an effort to prove that physical media is far from dead, the new store is set to open at 288 Grand Street on April 11. It will offer patrons 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD, VHS, LaserDiscs, poster art, a collection of film memorabilia and a range of other merchandise that would make for great gifts and unique home decor pieces. Photograph: Wenting Gu Co-founded by Aaron Hamel and Jess Mills, Night Owl Video aims to create a “gathering place for film fanatics, celluloid crackpots, gore hounds, cinephiles, Letterboxd patrons, and everyone in between to gather and worship at the altar of the mighty motion picture,” according to an official press release. “Film fans are sick of paying for fractured streaming services and losing access to their favorite movies,” said Hamel in a statement. “We’re in another golden age of killer home media releases from independent distributors, and it’s driving a renewed passion for physical media. Night Owl Video will be the East Coast haven for cinephiles who have never stopped supporting independent film.” Photograph: Wenting Gu The destination will go beyond selling physical films (pricing starts at $5), though. The shop is partnering with local and international distributors and filmmakers to make its m

Given that, according to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, about 9% of Miami's population identifies as Jewish—and considering locals' love for beach-adjacent activities—we're surprised it took this long for the first-ever kosher beach club to open in town. Launching on April 11 at 5101 Collins Avenue, Nana Beach Club will be the premier glatt kosher destination of its kind in the area, offering dishes that meet the highest standards of Jewish dietary laws.  Photograph: Nana Beach Club The club, which will only operate during Passover initially, with the intention of re-launching later this summer, will be a multi-faceted experience designed to feel like a Tulum-style beachfront oasis, right in the heart of Miami Beach. The core offering will be La Mer, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant "reminiscent of the French Riviera," according to an official press release, serving kosher dishes crafted by chef Olivia Ostrow while overlooking the beach. Photograph: Nana Beach Club During Passover, the menu will feature a variety of kosher-for-Passover plates, including lamb keftas, grilled chicken club sandwiches, salads, seaside ceviche options, grilled fish platters, and kid-friendly foods. With an influx of observant Jews typically flying to Miami for the one-week holiday, the opening seems perfectly timed to cater to both locals and out-of-towners who would benefit from the offerings. Photograph: Nana Beach Club In addition to the on-site restaurant, patrons can indulge in

We've been waiting for this: the much anticipated James Beard Awards finalists were just announced and Miami gets a solid two nods this year.  Recognizing “exceptional talent and achievement in the culinary arts, hospitality, media and broader food system,” the final awards will be given out during a June 16 ceremony at the Lyric Opera House in Chicago. Until then, you'll find us taking down cocktails at ViceVersa, which is nominated in the best new bar category. According to an official description of the awards, the entries are constituted by any wine, beer, cocktail or coffee bar (or any other business whose focus is on drinks) "that already demonstrates excellence in beverages, seems likely to make a significant impact in years to come, and demonstrates consistent excellence in the preparation of drinks, sourcing, service, hospitality, atmosphere and operations." Photograph: Michael PisarriItamae AO The moody aperitivo destination in Downtown Miami boasts an expertly curated menu of Italian-inspired cocktails and fortified wines—but you'd do well to come hungry, too: pasta, charcuterie and fresh catches for the raw bar feature on the food menu as well. The second Miami nomination is in the best chef: south category. Nando Chang of Itamae AO competes in the section, a much-deserved nod, if you ask us.  Originally operating under the name Itamae, the restaurant was rebranded as Itamae AO in May 2024, now "a fiercely personal omakase-style counter in Midtown that costs $2

If you're itching for a spring vacation, you're in luck: JetBlue's seasonal sale is here and brings along with it a slew of very affordable trip options for New Yorkers, including $49 one-way tickets to a number of U.S. cities.  Let's start with some restrictions: the deals only apply to Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday flights that will take off between April 22 and July 3. You have until tomorrow, April 3, at 11:59pm EST to book your journey, so you're going to want to act fast.  Here is a list of some of the discounted trips involving U.S. destinations: New York (LGA) to Fort Lauderdale: $49 New York (JFK) to Washington, D.C.: $49 New York (JFK) to Pittsburgh: $54 New York (ISP) to West Palm Beach: $59 New York (JFK) to Raleigh: $59 New York (JFK) to Miami: $64 New York (LGA or JFK) to West Palm Beach: $64 If you're willing to go a bit further out (and spend a bit more), consider checking out the promotion's flight and hotel packages. A two-night round-trip to Cancun, including hotel stay, will cost you about $420, for example. You can also opt for a couple of nights in Paris for $533 all-in. Cartagena and Dublin are also on deck: a round-trip plus two-night hotel stay to the former will cost you $623 and the same journey to the latter destination is priced at a little less than $750.  Keep in mind that baggage fees are not included in all the above-mentioned prices and all flights are nonrefundable and nontransferable.  Browse through all the offered deals from New York r

Sleep No More—arguably the purveyor of immersive theater experiences in New York—closed its doors after a 14-year run at the McKittrick Hotel in Manhattan back in January…but the show's successor is already in the works. Viola's Room, yet another immersive theatrical experience, will kick off an 18-week Off Broadway engagement starting June 17 at the Shed through October 19. The show first ran in London back in 2024. The new production was conceived and directed by Punchdrunk founder Felix Barrett, also responsible for the success of Sleep No More. In a nod to the rising popularity of celebrity-led theater offerings, award winning actress Helena Bonham Carter will narrate the entire piece, "an audio-driven adventure that reimagines Barry Pain's 1901 gothic short story The Moon-Slave for a modern audience," according to Playbill. Photograph: Julian Abrams “Ever since we opened Sleep No More back in 2011, New York has been our second home, so I’m elated that Viola’s Room will have its international premiere at the Shed this year,” said Barrett in an official statement. “It’s the most intimate and distilled form of a Punchdrunk experience we’ve created: an invitation to step inside a teenage daydream and surrender to the unknown. In a non-stop world of screens and tech this is an invitation to succumb to a live, tactile and fully sensory journey.” During the 50-minute experience, ticket holders will be asked to walk barefoot in groups of up to six people through the "maze-like

When it comes to Mediterranean restaurants in Miami, few eateries are as good as Motek, the kosher-style destination by Charlie Levy that operates six locations across Aventura, Downtown Miami, Coral Gables, Brickell City Centre and Miami Beach.  Photograph: Courtesy Motek Cafe To the delight of Floridians who love the restaurant's falafel, kebabs, shakshuka, Middle Eastern mezzes and award-winning arayes burger, the business debuted its newest address at 5377 Town Center Road in Boca Raton today, its first in Palm Beach County. What makes Motek unique? According to The Palm Beach Post, the newest Motek offers diners the same menu that's presented at other locations, with the soon-to-be addition of a rotisserie grill.  Photograph: Courtesy Motek Café Also on premise: the Shabbat Room, a private dining area ideal for small gatherings. The space features a marble table for 14 and "a beautiful mural inspired by the historic Old Jaffa neighborhood in Tel Aviv." What's on the menu at Motek? The menu at Motek, which means "sweetheart" in Hebrew, is extensive, featuring Mediterranean dishes that lean towards Middle Eastern flavors and have been praised for both their taste and presentation. Some of the most popular items include the shakshuka, made with tahini, spicy tomato sauce and challah, which is part of the all-day brunch menu. There's also the schnitzel, available as part of a platter or served in a bowl with rice or cauliflower couscous. Photograph: Courtesy Motek How

Did you know that about 2,500 NYC streets, parks and other locations all across the five boroughs are actually named after notable folks? The Department of Records and Information Services just upgraded its pretty awesome interactive map, allowing you to look through all the co-named streets, read the biographies of the folks that they are named after and learn details about the year that the renaming was enacted.  “The map is designed for all users—historians, researchers, students and anyone interested in the city’s history and the individuals who have contributed to its development,” reads an official description of the tool. “The map is both an informative tool and a historical record.” The tool is pretty easy to use. Head to the website right here (it’s accessible via mobile and desktop), enter the name of the honoree or, perhaps, search by zip code to find all co-named streets in the area. You can use keywords as well, think “firefighter” or “police officer.” Among the 2,496 entries, you'll find over 400 streets honoring first responders who passed away on 9/11, for example.  The map comes courtesy of City Councilmember Gale Brewer of Manhattan, who introduced a bill that led to its creation earlier this year. “Our city’s history is long and deep, and we need tools to remember those who came before us—whether their name is on a building or on a street sign—and why they’re being honored,” the politician said in an official statement. “Think of this as Wikipedia for stree

No matter what city you live in, you have probably heard of Dishoom, the world-famous Indian restaurant from London that hosted a sold-out pop-up at Pastis in New York last summer.  Basically a British institution, the eatery is reportedly “closing in on” a New York site, according to The Caterer. Needless to say, the supposed 2026 opening would be a really big deal, effectively constituting the restaurant group’s first-ever overseas launch. “I was in New York last week looking at the site, and we’re very much hoping to get an offer in pretty soon,” chief executive Brian Trollip said to the website. “I don’t think we’ll be opening until the end of next year, if we were to get it, but we’re really keen to do that.” He went on saying that the team had “been spending a lot of time” in Boston, Chicago, New York and D.C. looking at potential locations. “All of us really, really love New York, and I think we sort of settled on that, so if we can get that off the ground, we’ll be really excited,” he noted.  Clearly, nothing is settled just yet but, given the popularity of the 10 Dishoom restaurants currently in operation all across London and New Yorkers’ predilection for Indian food and international eateries, we can’t help but get excited about the potential veracity of the reports.  “Dishoom is pretty much everyone’s idealised local curry house,” Jordan Bassett wrote about the Covent Garden location of the restaurant in Time Out London last year, specifically praising the outpost

Following performances in Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Singapore, Hermès is gearing up to present its immersive poetic and cinematic performance "On The Wings of Hermès" in Miami later this month. The experience, inspired by the Greek myth of Pegasus, will take over the Hangar at Regatta Harbour on April 18 through April 27. Nacása & Partners Inc. The show takes place inside a dark area that feels like a film studio. Once inside, guests will be treated to seven different sketches focusing on Pegasus. "In a performance which blends together dance, a theatre of objects, music and cinema, visitors discover a tale [...] with its own backdrop; landscapes and utopic worlds where poetic figurines and Hermès objects come alive, like graceful puppets, in a choreography of twirling hands," reads an official press release. Photograph: Nacása & Partners Inc. There will be dancers, a mini circus, lighting technicians and "a humorous opera sung by a cast of Hermès 'Kelly' bags." The imaginary universe comes courtesy of a Belgian duo comprised of director Jaco Van Dormael and choreographer Michèle Anne De Mey, who worked together with the Astragales dance company to bring the concept to life.  Photograph: Nacása & Partners Inc. Although a relative departure from what the luxe brand is known for, the production certainly feels as high-end and sought-after as the coveted bags produced by the company.  Best of all, the experience is completely free to attend as long as you regist

O, Miami Poetry Festival, the beloved community program that has been shaping the city's cultural scene in one way or another since 2011, is officially back this month. Photograph: Chantal Lawrie for O, Miami Now through April 30, 40 different events aiming to reach every single person in South Florida will be mounted across town, activations that will span form, function and genre as part of a rich lineup that will also include a new public art initiative called "Soy de Todas Partes" ("I am of all places") that will explore the modern immigrant experience. The initiative won't be relegated to this month's festival, either. Throughout the year, Miamians can expect to see 100 new installations around town, each one approaching poetry as public art to celebrate the city's multiculturalism.  Photograph: Chantal Lawrie “Write a poem, join a workshop or stumble upon poetry in unexpected places,” said O, Miami executive co-director Melody Santiago Cummings in an official statement. “Swap stories and clothing, get a tattoo with a new friend, or find poetry in the cosmos, the coral reefs, or a quilt. Honor the past, celebrate the present, and dream up the future with us. Whether you’re skateboarding, shucking oysters, mothering, or dancing through your grief, there’s a place for you here—come make the festival yours.” You can browse through the entire festival schedule right here, but let us highlight some of the most exciting events on deck: Photograph: Chantal Lawrie for O, M