There are many choices for spending a day in the Big Apple. Yet I recommend spending a day exploring the NYC Lower East Side. The NYC Lower East Side is on the southeastern side of Manhattan Island. It is roughly south of E. Houston St. and between Bowery and the East River. NYC's Lower East… Continue reading Exploring the NYC Lower East Side
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See the Forgotten Side of Ellis Island
Visiting Ellis Island is a must-see on a New York City vacation. One of the most unique ways to experience this landmark is on the Ellis Island Hard Hat Tour. The north side of Ellis Island has been restored. It is home to the National Immigration Museum, where most visitors spend their time. Registry Room… Continue reading See the Forgotten Side of Ellis Island
NYC Eats: Russ & Daughters
When I think of NYC, two foods that come to mind are pizza and bagels with lox. A fantastic place to get the latter is Russ & Daughters. 179 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002 It all started in 1904 when a Jewish immigrant from Poland began selling herring from a cart in the… Continue reading NYC Eats: Russ & Daughters
NYC Eats: Katz’s Deli
For over 100 years, New Yorkers and tourists have been savoring the corned beef and pastrami at Katz's Deli. Established in 1888, this legendary eatery is one of NYC's oldest and most popular delis. So if you are traveling to New York, eating here is a MUST! Katz's Delicatessen is in the Lower East Side… Continue reading NYC Eats: Katz’s Deli