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This is the last NYC Foodie Link Roundup of the year and in this edition, we look at celebrating the holidays in New York City, the best chocolate shops in NYC and much, much more! Happy holidays and we hope good eats await! The Seven Best Hidden Gems in Chinatown There are so many interesting shops and restaurants off the beaten path in Chinatown. Here are a few highlighted by Wilson Tang, owner of the Nom Wah Tea Parlor. We especially recommend checking out Jung’s Beef Jerky whenever you are in the area. When It Comes To Cheap Eats, New York City Is King There are a lot of delicious things on this list! Be sure to also check out our list of our favorite cheap eats in Chinatown and Little Italy! Hot Chocolate in NYC to Try, From…

Getting hungry after some holiday shopping or maybe after ice skating in one of New York City’s many ice skating rinks? Here are our picks on where to eat in New York City during the holidays. Whether you are looking for a quick snack or a hearty meal, there is something for everyone! Rolf’s –…

Are you looking for ways to spice up your Thanksgiving dinner in New York City? Here are some tips and ideas. To start, one big tip is that you should definitely plan ahead and preorder what you need as most shops and restaurants are sure to be swamped on Thanksgiving. A little planning goes a…

Fall is now in full force! It is getting a bit chilly out there but nothing beats the holiday season in New York City. In this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup, we look at the return of the Pearl River Mart and the Thanksgiving croissant, and show you where to find the best ramen and more! Pearl River Mart to Reopen in NYC’s Lower Manhattan in November This is great news! Pearl River Mart has always been a fun place to shop and we were sad to see it go. We will definitely make our way there to check out their new location. The Thanksgiving Croissant, an Edible Embodiment of Fall in New York City is Back! The Thanksgiving croissant has peaked our interests. The flavors of Thanksgiving are wrapped into a croissant, making this a great meal for on…

If you are hungry, Chinatown is the place to be! There is always something interesting for even the most adventurous eaters out there. Here is our list of where foodies should go in Chinatown. All of these places are the best of the best and they are all absolute musts for foodies. Nom Wah Tea…

Nothing beats the holiday season in New York City! There is just something magical about it and we look forward to it every year. So with that in mind, here is our list of the top seven things to do in New York City during the holiday season, 2016 edition. Catch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day…

Midtown West is in the heart of Manhattan. It includes the neighborhoods Hell’s Kitchen, Times Square and the Theater District; some landmarks close by are Central Park, Bryant Park, the Museum of Modern Art and Lincoln Center. Midtown West also just happens to be a mecca of fine dining. You can truly find memorable meals…

Stay up to date with all the foodie news in New York City in our monthly NYC Foodie Link Roundup! This month, we take a look at the closure of Carnegie Deli, giant soup dumplings, exciting restaurant openings and more. Drunken Dumpling Serving a Giant Soup Dumpling in the East Village Wow we have to try this giant soup dumpling but we have heard that the lines for it can be quite long at the moment. ‘Five-Second Rule’ for Food on Floor Is Untrue, Study Finds You should think twice the next time you drop your bagel on the floor. After 80 Years, New York’s Iconic Carnegie Deli Is Closing for Good This is sad news. Carnegie Deli has been an icon in the New York City dining scene for decades and it is closing just shy of its…

Planning a visit to New York City in the near future? The number of dining options can truly be overwhelming. To help, here is our guide on where to eat near popular tourist destinations in New York City. These restaurants are all sure bets! Times Square Times Square attracts over 330,000 people from around the…

There is a bunch of exciting news from Chinatown and Little Italy in this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup. Trust us, if you are a foodie, there is a lot to look forward to in the next few months. Chinatown Is Getting a Massive New Food Hall We are very excited about the possibilities of this new food hall on Canal Street and Broadway. Some vendors include the Boba Guys (bubble tea), Davey’s Ice Cream and Yori Nori (they serve kimbap which is sort of like Korean sushi rolls). It is currently scheduled to open November 1st and we are definitely going to check it out as soon as it opens! San Gennaro in NYC: What to Know about Little Italy’s Feast on Its 90th anniversary The San Gennaro festival in Little Italy starts Thursday, September 15 and its…

Are you planning a picnic in the last few days of summer? Here is everything you need to know including where to shop for food and where to go to set up. Don’t settle for a boring peanut butter and jelly sandwich, make your next picnic truly special! Where to Shop: Eataly – 4 World…

Central Park is by far the most visited urban park in the United States. About 37.5 million visitors come to the park every year and there are truly a lot of things you can do here. From renting a boat to organizing a relaxing picnic, here are our top seven things to do in Central…

In the last few years, Battery Park City has really stepped up their dining options. In fact, it has quickly become one of our favorite dining destinations in New York City. Here is our guide on where to eat in Battery Park City! Parm – 250 Vesey St We love Parm and their Italian-American fare….

When it comes to food and fun things to do, New York City is the place to be! In this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup, we look at mouth watering desserts, delicious cheap eats, fun team building activities and more! Where to Find Soft Serve Ice Cream in New York City It is getting pretty hot in New York City and soft serve ice cream is definitely on our mind. This is a pretty comprehensive list of all the yummy options. The Best Chocolate Pastries and Desserts in NYC We definitely have a sweet tooth and sometimes ice cream is just not enough. These amazing chocolate desserts are also on our radar. Introducing New Awesome Additions To Team Build NYC Here are some good ideas if you are planning a team building event in New York City. Be sure…

New York City Restaurant Week is back from July 25 to August 19. This year’s Restaurant Week has an excellent and diverse selection of restaurants to choose from. We went through the list of participating restaurants and here are our picks for where to eat during NYC Restaurant Week, summer 2016! Becco – 355 W…

This month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup is all about food! We look at the best snacks in Chinatown, yummy lunch and dinner recommendations in New York City and much, much more. Also we are highlighting the best pictures we came across on Instagram in our new The Best of Instagram section. Foodie Approved: 10 Gourmet Food Halls To Explore In NYC Whether you are a foodie or not, all these places have to be high on your to do list. There are so many tempting choices for both lunch and dinner. Also take a look at our blog post on the best food courts and food markets in New York City for even more great options. A Foodie Tour in NYC with Ahoy New York is Not to Be Missed Want to learn more about Ahoy New York’s walking…

Tapas restaurants usually focus on classic Spanish dishes with smaller serving sizes. Tapas are great appetizers and snacks and they are a great idea if you want to try a bunch of exciting dishes in one sitting. So with that in mind, here are the seven best tapas restaurants in New York City. Feeling hungry? Get…

Food courts also known as food markets or food halls offer a lot of different options for even the pickiest of eaters. They are great to pick up a quick lunch or dinner and they are great when dining with large groups. A number of excellent food courts and food markets recently opened in New…

Last but certainly not least we finish our series of the top things to do in each borough of New York City with Staten Island! Staten Island is full of hidden gems and we find that there are actually a lot of fun things to do. It is definitely worth the trip and it is especially a great place to visit for anyone who loves the outdoors or wants a break from the busy and fast-paced city life. Ride the Staten Island Ferry The Staten Island Ferry is by far the best way to get to Staten Island. It is free and it offers great views of Manhattan’s skyline, Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty and more. You can get the ferry at the Staten Island Ferry Whitehall Terminal at South Ferry/ Battery Park and it goes to the St…

New York City is renowned for its world class shopping and world class department stores. Here is our guide to the seven best department stores in New York City and where to eat while you shop! Many of these department stores have storied histories and many have even been featured in movies and TV shows. Macy’s – 151 West 34th St & 422 Fulton St, Brooklyn Macy’s is one of the premier department stores in New York City. In fact with 2.2 million square feet of space in the flagship store in Herald Square, it was the largest department store in the world until 2009. Macy’s is truly a one stop shop and it has something for everyone so it is no surprise that it draws visitors from around the world. Where to eat: Macy’s flagship store has a food…