Wonderland Dreams is the newest interactive experience to grace New York City. A creation by the renowned Alexa Meade, it is a hand-painted immersive exhibit taking guests on a journey into Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. A larger-than-life tea party, the famous rabbit hole, and the secret rose garden are only a few of the 20 dreamscapes that put you inside the artwork.
Summer is the time to leave the four walls of your apartment behind and get out into the fresh air. Many bars around the city offer outdoor options but not all are created equal. Below are some of our favorite spaces around the city that allow you to enjoy the sunshine.
The Bronx Brewery
I find myself in the Bronx more and more these days! My gym Grit City NYC, lunches at Mottley Kitchen, Yankee Games and The Bronx Brewery. The Bronx Brewery is spacious with its brewery, taproom & backyard space. While it has recently expanded around the city, their OG spot is in the Port Morris Neighborhood of the Bronx. The owners believe in beer’s power to build community and they strive to bring people together, while celebrating the rich and diverse creative scene in their home borough through vibrant culture that uses beer, art, food, and music to inspire. They serve beer – plus a full
Since Hurricane Sandy, the historic South Street Seaport continues to rise like a Phoenix from the ashes. From the food emporium Tin Building Jean-George to the hip restaurants like Tuck Room, Funny Face Bakery, and the new Restaurant Pearl, the area has been revitalized in the culinary department. You must find a restaurant on the water for a quintessential South Street Seaport dining experience. Enter one of the newest restaurants the seaport has to offer, Cobble Fish.
Dearest Readers, the event of the season is upon us in New York City. But it’s not what you think. Forget the Met Gala and Fashion Week, this is a different social season. Don your best regency attire from Modiste (or Macy’s) and get ready to step into the magical world of Bridgerton. An immersive experience with a multitude of attractions — dancing, live music, cocktails, and surprises around every corner — you’ll delight in the beauty of this meticulously curated event that transports you to the world of The Queen, Lady Whistedown, and the Bridgerton brood.
Director: Saheem Ali
Writer: James Ijames
Cast: Marcel Spears, Billy Eugene Jones, Nikki Crawford, and Calvin Leon Smith
Broadway’s latest gem is a story of Southern-fried grief, relief, pain, and joy with a sprinkle of Shakespeare. Fat Ham is a comedic adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic tale of revenge “Hamlet.” In this wildly creative version, The Prince of Denmark is presented as “Juicy” a queer college student living at home with his mother and uncle aka his new stepfather. The story is set at a backyard barbecue in celebration of the newlyweds. Juicy is setting up a wedding celebration even as the wreath
Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn has a new gem everyone should check out. It’s called Sweet Catch and it brings the flavors of the Carolinas to New York City. The new hot spot is the brainchild of Ka-Wana Jefferson, a Bronx native, who has a passion for good culinary experiences. I stopped by on a beautiful Saturday morning for Brunch and was immediately captivated by the serene environment as you opened the doors. The space is decorated with a southern style decor and hosts many photos which showcase black culinary history and Heritage.
On Thursday, April 6th, Site-Specific Dances, co-founded by dancer/choreographer Michael Spencer Phillips and South Africa-born architect Dino Kiratzidis premiered at the Paul Taylor Dance Studio in lower Manhattan with an exceptional immersive experience that includes live dancers, a 16-musician chamber orchestra under the masterful direction of
Wonderkind and art prodigy Mikail Akar is making waves in the art world at the tender age of just 10 years old. The talented creator already is a bona fide painter with works found worldwide and showcased in numerous exhibitions around the globe. His colorful work appeals to lovers of contemporary art as the prodigy draws his inspiration from famed contemporary artists including Jackson Pollock, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Gerhard Richter.