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The 9 Best Bagels in NYC (Most Famous & Iconic Places)

April 4, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

It took nearly a decade of living in New York City for me to feel confident that I had tried all the worthy bagel shops enough times to confidently curate this guide to NYC’s best bagels. As a culture critic who built her career in New York, I take this charge seriously! (Even if “ranking things” […]

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The Best Ice Cream in NYC: 9 Cool, Weird & Wonderful Shops

March 18, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin 1 Comment

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There’s nothing more whimsical or reminiscent of childhood than a good ice cream cone. Fortunately, like pizza, ice cream is something of a religion in New York City, whether you’re a kid or an adult. As a result, the best ice cream in NYC runs the gamut from experimental and edgy to foreign-inspired with All-American […]

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The 10 Best, Most Charming Yoga Studios in NYC

March 8, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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New York is a city full of people who are always rushing around– which is exactly why the best yoga studios in NYC are also some of the best in the country. (Busy people need a place to relax, after all.) As a result of its bustling culture, yoga is not only many New Yorkers’ […]

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10 Cool New York City Workouts (According To Insiders & Locals)

March 5, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin 2 Comments

When I first moved to New York after college, one of the things I loved most about the city was the incredible array of boutique fitness offerings. Categories of gyms and fitness programs I had never even heard of before– like aquacycling and megaformer pilates– caught my interest. Previously, I was a runner, a yogi, […]

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The 16 Best Asian Restaurants in NYC

March 4, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

Food lovers never had it so good– New York City is fast becoming one of the best cities in the world for Asian, Southeast Asian, and Pan-Asian cuisine. This is due in part to the cosmopolitan and ever-diversifying population of the city, and also because of Instagram, which has spotlighted so many of the best […]

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The 8 Best Dumplings Spots in NYC

March 1, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

The best dumplings in NYC are found across a constellation of neighborhoods: there’s Chinatown, of course, but also the East Village, Flushing, Financial District, and even Midtown. So where can you go when you want a delicious helping of hot dim sum in the Big Apple? It depends on what neighborhood you want to explore. […]

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The 5 Best Places to Get Tacos in NYC

February 11, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin 1 Comment

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I know what you’re thinking: tacos are really an L.A. and Austin thing, right? WRONG. For many years, that was certainly the case– but if you still think there aren’t any good tacos in NYC, you haven’t been looking in the right places.   In truth, the very best tacos in NYC could face off against […]

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The Best Chocolate Babka in NYC: 5 Delicious Classics

February 3, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

Chocolate babka is one of those New York City food staples that, like bagels and pizza, is the subject of much fanfare. Where to get the best chocolate babka in NYC, moreover, is a matter of fierce debate, with locals and foodie tourists alike clamoring to try all the best iterations of this niche New […]

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An Insider’s Guide to East Hampton

January 30, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin 5 Comments

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Known for their fresh air, peace and quiet, and beautiful beaches, the Hamptons are a constellation of coastal villages along the East End of Long Island. This bespoke travel guide spotlights everything you need to know about the area, as well as what to do and how to get there.  With an abundance of beautiful […]

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The 9 Best Coffee Shops in NYC (Cool, Classic & Contemporary)

January 7, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

New York City’s coffee shop scene ranks among the best in the world– like Paris and Portland, this is a city where coffee is both currency and cachet; it’s a cultural experience as much as a functional, necessary part of life in the city that never sleeps.    For foodies, design lovers, and folks who […]

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