Results tagged “New York”

Get a Taste of Brooklyn - Literally

There's more to New York City than Manhattan - for the eyes and for the belly - and this excursion proves it. A Slice of Brooklyn Pizza Tour takes you across the Brooklyn Bridge, to Coney Island, and, of course,...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on September 6, 2010 9:55 AM

Rule New York City, by Bike

You may want a gel seat for this one. The country's only all-urban 100-mile bike ride takes over NYC on September 12, 2010, giving you a rare opportunity to bike through Central Park, across bridges, through Brooklyn, the Bronx, and...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on September 3, 2010 9:54 AM

Cupcake Crazy in New York

The cupcake craze is still alive — in fact, it's spawning subgenres. Here are some of the fun options for your next visit to New York City. Mini cupcakes are a major thing now, and Kumquat Cupcakery offers some of...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on August 10, 2010 9:43 AM

Introducing the W New York - Downtown

Opening this summer, the 217-room, 58-floor W New York - Downtown is at the heart of all the action in Lower Manhattan. That means you're perched near Wall Street's financial nerve center at the New York Stock Exchange, world-class shopping,...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on July 19, 2010 10:20 AM

Introducing the Sheraton Brooklyn New York Hotel

In celebration of our newest New York City hotel, Starwood Preferred Guest invites you to enjoy a very special grand opening offer at the Sheraton Brooklyn New York Hotel. " target="_blank">Book now through September 7, 2010, and receive complimentary high-speed...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on May 24, 2010 9:49 AM

A Night Out in NYC's West Village

A fabulous evening in New York doesn't have to be all big lights, big city. Leave behind the tourist enclaves of Times Square and opt for a West Village-themed night, where hole-in-the-wall gems that only seat a handful of people...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on May 14, 2010 10:20 AM

New York City Farmers Markets Blossom with Spring

As the weather warms up, so do the farmers markets that dot New York City. Only about half are open right now, but they're ready for you to explore on your next visit to the W New York - Union...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on April 22, 2010 9:53 AM

Explore a Celebrity Foodie's Paradise at New York's Chelsea Market

Chelsea Market is a good spot to hit when the urge to explore celebrity food culture in New York City arises. The complex is a powerful media center for Manhattan. It is home base for cable networks like NY1, Oxygen,...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on March 19, 2010 10:15 AM

Cupcakes Forever!

A Slate.com business columnist thinks the rise of cupcakes is a bubble heading for a crash. I say who cares when we all profit from the irrational exuberance! Here's a round-up of tasty cupcake options near Starwood hotels around the...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on March 15, 2010 10:10 AM

Meeting Fuel: Coffee and Donuts (and Bagels)

Planning a meeting while you're on the road? Don't forget to order coffee and donuts — or maybe some bagels — to keep the attendees alert and on-task. Here's a list of some of the better options to supply each...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on March 9, 2010 10:10 AM

Destination Spotlight - Brooklyn, New York - A Shopper's Paradise at the Brooklyn Flea Market

Look out the window as you come in for a landing at New York's Kennedy Airport. You'll spot a tall clock tower rising among the brownstones of Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. Dating from 1927, the historic Williamsburgh Bank building is...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on March 4, 2010 10:20 AM

Starpick the W New York - The Court

New York City. No matter how many times you visit, you can always find something surprising. If it's been a while since you've felt the energy of Manhattan, consider an impulsive late-winter getaway. The W New York - The Court...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on March 3, 2010 7:31 PM

Destination Spotlight - Brooklyn, New York - Offbeat Outdoor Eats

Good food is everywhere in Brooklyn, a reflection of the fact that it is home to citizens from all over the world. For affordable and fun outdoor eating from spring through late fall, one of the most impressive and veteran...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on March 3, 2010 9:41 AM

Destination Spotlight - Brooklyn, New York - Music in the Borough

As the Beastie Boys famously said, "No sleep till Brooklyn." And while you should have little trouble sleeping in your room at the Sheraton Brooklyn New York, the hip neighborhoods of Brooklyn will give you plenty of reasons to stay...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on March 2, 2010 9:54 AM

Elevate the Art of Eating Pretzels in New York

Pretzels are a ubiquitous sight on the streets of midtown Manhattan, but Sigmund Pretzelshop (29 Avenue B) is breathing new life into old dough over in the East Village. Lina Kulchinsky, a lawyer by trade, opened up shop late last...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on February 11, 2010 10:10 AM

New York is Still Burger Crazy

Besides food trucks, the biggest food trend in New York still seems to be hamburgers. They're popping up on posh menus all over town, while classics — like Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger — are described with reverence and the...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on January 8, 2010 9:37 AM

Step to the Beat With Soundwalk's New York Tours

Ready for a 21st century stroll through New York City? Soundwalk, a company that offers unique city tours that you listen to on your portable MP3 device, gives you a creative and edgy alternative to ubiquitous tour buses. There are...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on December 4, 2009 9:05 AM

Great Italian in New York

The Big Apple offers a wealth of restaurants of almost any type, but one near and dear to my heart is Italian — particularly this time of year, as I look forward to a traditional Italian Christmas Eve dinner with...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on December 2, 2009 10:00 AM

A Celebrated Museum Reopens in New York

Last month, New York's El Museo del Barrio reopened after a year and a half renovation that added more floor space, a more streamlined relationship between galleries, a cafe, and a fabulous new glass lobby. The city's premier Latino museum,...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on November 16, 2009 9:40 AM

Comfort Food: Macaroni and Cheese

It's time for another round-up of great places for warming comfort food for cold nights, this time focusing on one of my personal favorites: macaroni and cheese. Hot and gooey, salty and starchy — it's exactly what I want when...

Posted in The Lobby from SPG on November 5, 2009 9:52 AM