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Maison Yaki - New York
"Restaurants Cafés Little Italy. Michelin-starred chef Armand Arnal (France's La Chassagnette) brings Southern France to Soho with this pint-sized French café, awash in country charm, with reclaimed farmer's tables, vintage colander chandeliers and spindle-leg stools parked at window counters. Partnering with Experimental Cocktail Club co-founder Benjamin Sormonte and baker-event planner Elisa Marshall, classically trained Arnal pulls recipes from the trio's respective families and honors his own Montpellier childhood with dishes like quiche lorraine, chickpea galettes and Nice's take on pizza, focaccia pissaladière."
"Founded by Michelin-starred chef Armand Arnal, Maman specializes in high-quality French cuisine at a bakery level price point. The cookies are made with sea salt, French chocolate, macadamias, almonds, and walnuts for a sweet and gooey treat you won't want to miss. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the aesthetics of this cute open air cafe."
"Maman is an idyllic Fench Cafe and bakery serving breakfast with eight locations around NYC. Tribeca has the most spacious location with plenty of seating. Enjoy soup, salads, and sandwiches along with other brunch and breakfast favorites in a gorgeous heated outdoor setting."
"Best known for their infamous cupcakes, Magnolia Bakery has long been baking buttercream topped cakes for New York (and now the country's) sweets lovers. But, we're not popping by this bakery for their menu's most popular item, and we encourage you follow our lead. Ignore the hypnotizing scent of buttercream and cake as best you can and order their signature banana pudding."
"Restaurants Bakeries West Village. You might know of Magnolia's for their cupcakes, but their banana pudding is a tried-and-true gooey gift from god."
"Eleven Madison Park, embodying urbane sophistication, serves modern French cuisine borne of Swiss chef Daniel Humm’s obsession with simplicity and seasonal flavors, a passion that has taken this restaurant to the very top. The three-Michelin-star restaurant has been a regular presence in the top three of Elite Traveler’s Top 100 Restaurants in the World and has also been crowned the No 1 restaurant at World’s 50 Best. The restaurant’s dramatically high ceilings and magnificent Art Deco dining room offer lush views of historic Madison Square Park."
"Eleven Madison Park consistently bags a spot on top restaurant lists. Frankly, we’re not surprised: this revamped poster child of modern, sustainable American cooking is also one of only five NYC restaurants... Top ChoiceSushi in Midtown"
"Despite its grand size, this hotel in the heart of the Theater District maintains a personal touch. A lobby filled with fresh flowers gives way to 30 floors of rooms and suites covered in warm colors, featuring contemporary furnishings and marble bathrooms. Though the environs may be vintage Manhattan, everything about Sofitel is French, from its management to an in-house brasserie that's reminiscent of classic Paris."
"This sophisticated Art Deco-inspired hotel is shrouded in warm wood, marble and brass with reminders of Paris at every turn. Unpretentious staff, an elegant French brasserie and a coveted Midtown address near couture shops and Broadway theatres make this AccorHotels outpost worth the trip."
"This Brooklyn-based sushi restaurant is among Ishikura’s favorites, "Because it has great value for high quality, fresh fish.” He favors omakase at Katsuei’s sushi bar, which starts at $52 for the rotating chef’s choice. The $30 sushi deluxe -- including nine pieces of assorted seasonal sushi as well as a roll -- will slake a slightly lighter appetite. Sushi and sashimi are also served à la carte, along with a range of cooked options, so you can fill up on gyoza, squid leg tempura, and miso cod before your raw fish course."
"Living up to its motto “sushi for everyone,” this Park Slope staple made a splash after a rave review in the NYT and is consistently beloved by locals and outer borough foodies alike who appreciate authenticity and variety at modest prices. A trio of talented chefs offer a nuanced, high-end, yet highly affordable $45 omakase tasting menu in a clean and cozy setting on the corner of 3rd Street and 7th Avenue. We recommend sitting in front of chef Aung Ko Win at the wooden counter as you relish every bite."
"The first-ever museum dedicated to preserving Jewish art and culture, The Jewish Museum opened in 1947 on Upper 5th Avenue in a former mansion of a Jewish family. The museum collection includes paintings, artifacts, sculptures, Jewish ceremonial art, and Judaica. The museum houses works by Jewish artists including Richard Avedon, Marc Chagall, Alfred Stieglitz, James Tissot, Eva Hesse, Deborah Kass, and Man Ray."
"The Jewish Museum opened in 1947 in a former mansion of a Jewish family. The museum houses works by Jewish artists including Richard Avedon, Marc Chagall, Alfred Stieglitz, James Tissot, and Man Ray. Its collection of more than 28,000 works of art, artifacts and media installations includes paintings, artifacts, sculptures, Jewish ceremonial art, and Jodica."
"Built in 1908, the Jewish Museum features works of art belonging to Jewish culture|© Sergi Reboredo / Alamy Stock Photo"
"Set in an old Marine Commander’s residence right on Brooklyn’s waterfront, this space has been restored and houses exhibits, public tours, archives, and educational programs celebrating the work of the Navy Yard. This historic location is home to one of the country’s first naval shipyards and was used as an industrial facility used by the Navy for 165 years. Today, this is where you’ll find many of the city’s green businesses as well as other manufacturers."
"As well as still a place where new businesses can establish themselves, the Brooklyn Navy Yard was once one of the top places for commerce in the city. You’re going to want to head over to Building 92 where a history of the yard is kept, as well as archived drawings, photos, and more. Afterwards, grab lunch or dinner at one of the awesome restaurants available in Building 77."
"Right on the Brooklyn waterfront holds an old Marine Commander’s residence. This restored space is home to many exhibits, tours, educational programs, and archives that show the history of one of the country’s first naval shipyards. This historic location was used as an industrial facility by the NAvy for over 160 years."
"Macy's is not only a fashion institution-it's an American icon. Visit the famed Macy's Herald Square, the world's largest department store. Whether you need the latest fashions for you or your home, you are sure to find it at Macy's."
"There are plenty of things to stop and look at on the way to the High Line, including Macy’s which is the largest and first of the Macy’s department stores. If you visit NYC at Christmas, you’ll want to include a visit with Santa."
"Nearby, I have a soft spot for browsing the giant Macy’s in Herald Square. READ MOREHow to ride the NYC subway: Essential subway tips by a New Yorker"
"The relatively new Rockaways restaurant Bar Marseille has heaters installed along its massive terrace, which is currently open for rooftop dining."
"This staple NYC brasserie now has garden-inspired individual dining booths making up its streetside eatery. Quality Bistro is currently open for lunch and dinner, so guests can book a private greenery covered cabin for four to six guests to dine on classic dishes like French onion soup, steak frites, and raw bar towers. Available for Reservations"
"This Murray Hill restaurant inspired by cuisine served and prepared in Alsace, is an authentic representation of the city’s food. With chefs and owners committed to serving approachable and enjoyable cuisine, La Tarte Flambee will open up the casual bruncher’s mind to what’s possible beyond french toast and eggs for brunch this weekend."
"Tiny houses dot the exterior of this cozy French eatery in the heart of Carroll Gardens. Kids can go to town on bacon-topped mac-and-cheese and truffle french fries, while adults sip a lovely mulled wine and dine on more upscale delights. RELATED: 8 Easy Mug Cake Recipes to Make with Kids"