hi everyone. im just reposting this from KC Concepcion's blog.
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May 2007
Hi guys... Dahil sobrang blessing ang maka-punta sa NYC
ulit, gumawa ako ng "mini-cyber guide" para sa inyo. Sana magustuhan
ninyo. :)
To those who haven't been there, you are a big reason why I post these photos. Feel free to sightsee...
xoxo
K.
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TriBeCa
This is the neighborhood I stayed in, bunking in as a 4th person in my friends' TriBeCa apartment.
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The TriBeCa FILM FESTIVAL: was on-going during this time. I found out
that it was created in 2002, in part by director and actor Robert De
Niro, to celebrate NY's reputation for being a filmmaking capital. This
usually takes place in early May, and the festival showcases different
films from classic to documentary.
- ZUTTO: on 77 Hudson St., New
York, NY 10013, nr. Harrison St, this Japanese sushi bar has some of
the best and most inventive makis in town.
- BAZZINI: Coined an 'old world gourmet market' by http://www.nymag.com
Bazzini is run by Italians, and specializes in nuts (processed in the
Bronx), fresh produce (fish, salads, cheese, hot dishes to take-away),
dried fruit, and candies/chocolates. Established in 1886, its doors are
still wide open on 339 Greenwich St., New York, NY 10013, at Jay St.
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SoHo
You
can find SoHo anywhere you can find 6th Avenue, Lafayette St, Houston
St, and Canal St. Walking around in the late morning is perfect for the
clothes and accessory stands, and at night it's good for dinner, maybe
serious designer incognito shopping, or a quick drink with some very
energetic people.
- The MERCER KITCHEN: Food was overpriced but
more interesting than many, and ambience was cozy in some angles;
dungeon-like in others. 99 Prince St., New York, NY 10012, at Mercer St.
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LITTLE ITALY
In the ethnic Lower East
Side, Italians, Chinese and Jew communities are able to preserve their
food, languages and customs by putting up inviting restaurants and
bakeries in this area.
- NYONYA: Spicy homecooked Malaysian
(Penang-style) cuisine is as tasty as it sounds. It's a cross between
Indonesian and Indian (and even Chinese), and there is added charm in
this restaurant's unassuming demeanor. 194 Grand Street, crossstreets
Mulberry and Mott.
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CAFE LALO
Although labeled "the most famous cafe in NYC featured in the hit movie You've Got Mail," according to their official website http://www.cafelalo.com
this place boasts some of the best desserts in town. It is also
appreciated for its European inspired decor, designed to make you feel
welcome whether alone or with company, at any time of day. On 201 West
83rd St. (btw. Amsterdam and Broadway), New York, NY 10024.
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BRUNO'S BAKERY
Biagio
Settepani, the owner and head baker of this bakery, is a medal-bedecked
pastry chef, offering a wide variety of cakes, cookies, and rustic
Italian breads that are not so easily found in NYC. 506 LaGuardia Place
New York, NY 10012.
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- SKY TRAM: The form of
transporation that goes from 59th street to Roosevelt Island on a cable.
A friend calls it the "Spiderman Tram" kasi dun shinoot yung Spiderman
film.
- QUEENSBOROUGH BRIDGE: This bridge connects Manhattan to Long Island/Queens. Ganda nito.
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TOWN TENNIS CLUB
Dante,
introduced to me in NY, works here 7 days/wk as a head pro/director
& tennis instructor to kids & adults alike. He also owns a mini
pro-shop here. A private tennis club with only about 125 members
allowed, this is said to be a place for tennis celebs. Dante's had the
chance to play with Serena Williams at this club 2 years ago, at lumabas
din sya sa 'Venus and Serena' reality show sa 'abc family' (national
tv) practicing with Serena! Yay for him. He also got the opportunity to
play with tennis legend Jimmy Connors there (not knowing much about
tennis, i had to google him). Maria Sharapova, Jim Courier, Roger
Federer are visitors. John F. Kennedy jr played there for many years
before his tragic death. And I think his biggest client is Roger Waters
(i had to google him too! hehe)... Double yay. On 430 east 56th st Ny Ny
10022, midtown eastside of manhattan.
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GRILL 21
First
time to taste pinoy food in months! Sa NY pa... Bangus, Tinapa,
Sinangag, Sinigang na Sugpo, Atchara... Pinoy restaurant, small and
cozy, on 21st and 1st avenue. :)
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PINKBERRY
Our
favorite mid-day tambayan! Low-cal frozen yoghurt swirls - even green
tea yoghurt - with healthy fresh fruit and nut toppings of your choice.
On the Upper East Side, 32nd Street in the upbeat gay district of
Chelsea. http://www.pinkberry.com for more info :)
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CENTRAL PARK
I
came in from 5th Avenue to the city's "backyard" as 'DK's Eyewitness
Travel on New York' likes to say. This park has more than 500,000 trees,
bedrock, lakes, bicyclists, lovers, skaters, students, businessmen,
tourists and locals alike. Located in the Upper West Side, I spent two
hours before my flight just lying on a bedrock, staring at the
skyscrapers peeking from behind all the tall trees.
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BORDERS BOOKS & MUSIC STORE
As
NY is known to be 'the publishing capital of America,' one of my first
and last stops was on 461 Park Ave, one of several branches, this store
offers the best selection of books and music of all genres, and has a
café up top to boot.
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SERENDIPITY
Open til 2am
on Saturdays, reservations in this quirky, semi-intimate cafe/resto are
still required most times. Their official website showcases different
fun-lovin Serendipity products for sale, as well as latest news and
their full menu. Website- http://www.serendipity3.com/main.htm On 225 East 60th St. bet 2nd & 3rd aves.
STARBUCKS:
The NY branch on 57th and Lexington is not any different from most
other Starbucks branches anywhere else, but that's what defines the
Starbucks revolution!
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BROADWAY
- LES
MISERABLES: Running at the Broadhurst Theatre, 235 West 44th St. bet 7th
and 8th Ave, I was proud and happy to see our very own Tony Award
winner Lea Salonga back on Broadway, playing the fantastic role of
Fantine. This was the highlight of my trip-- thank you mama lei for your
inspiring performance (you know what i mean by 'inspiring') and the
very interesting tour of the black revolving stage!
Don't fail to
catch her if you can, she is only playing til October. For more info on
the NY run, here is their official website: http://www.lesmisnewyork.com
got it from: http://kooki.multiply.com/
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