You could write a book on New York City (and people have:), so instead of featuring an overarching round-up, this guide will feature Alex and my regular hang-outs, personal favorites and New York discoveries. I'd LOVE to hear your recommendations in the comments, as well. The guide will be posted in separate parts all week, and I really hope you enjoy it. xoxo Update: Read the complete guide here.
(Photo by Shannen Norman for Cup of Jo; graphic design by HipHipGinGin for Cup of Jo)
Can't wait to see YOUR side of NYC.
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Aww..I cant wait and that photo of you is sooo sweet! Happy Monday:)
ReplyDeletenice, good news:)
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yay! so excited! my husband and i are visiting nyc in october for 4 days *without* our littles. ;)
ReplyDeletecan't wait for the first installment :)
ReplyDeletecan't wait for the guide.
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Can't wait!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking for a great farmer's market. Know any?
ReplyDeletehow exciting! I visit NYC every 6 months and I'm always looking for new places to see & enjoy!
ReplyDeletexoxox alison
cant wait! <3
ReplyDeleteCan't wait! My Husband and I are planning to visit but I'm so overwhelmed by the city- this should be helpful to us!
ReplyDeletegreat photo!:)
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute photo!
ReplyDeleteHow very fun of you Joanna. Can't wait to see your discoveries! I just stumbled upon an open air food market with awesome food stands from Nunu Chocolates to Calexico to Milk Truck to Asia Dog in Madison Sq. park. Henry and I were just walking along and there it was! It made me nostalgic for Brooklyn Flea. We had our favorite, grilled cheese sandwiches. All of the Merimekko umbrella covered tables were taken so we took our sandwiches to the park and listened to some musicians serenade us as we ate on a bench.
ReplyDeleteI have not been in New York for years. Entire East cost looks different now from an Idaho ranch. Will look forward to the images.
ReplyDeleteIm planning to visit NYC in February, so can't wait to read your guide:)Great!
ReplyDeleteThat is such a cute "follow me" picture! Looking forward to the guide, Joanna.
ReplyDeleteI have been counting down for this! As a New Yorker, I'm always looking for a unique twist on this town! :)
ReplyDeleteOne of my absolute favorite restaurants is Penelope - can't remember the other cross street, but it's on Lex, I think downtown? Anyways, they have INCREDIBLE turkey pesto meatballs, and they serve them on a bed of arugula with this delicious dressing. The restaurant is so cozy, and then you must get cookies and milk for dessert. It's a great time!
ReplyDeleteSo needed this when I visited New York City. Love checking out neighborhoods and restaurants.
ReplyDeleteThis is so exciting! I emailed you about this only last week!
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited!!! Visiting NY is one the top of my to do list so all the advice and prep I can get would be amazing. BTW love the color combo of your shoes and dress =) Thanks for doing this guide!
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Yay!! Can't wait to see this, Joanna!
ReplyDeletesurely one must visit maine for the best lobster roll ever - though lukes lobster IS acceptable ;)
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to it! I lived and worked in Bergen County for five years and spent a lot of my free time in Manhattan. It's been seven years since I was there, though, so I don't know how many of my favorite spots are still there (a quick Google Search tells me that The Half King is still up and running in Chelsea, though).
ReplyDeleteOnce Baguette is a little older, we'll make a family trip of it--but she is not yet ready for airports and planes!
Looking forward to it! I am in NYC often but it's always nice to get another's take on what to do!!
ReplyDeleteI look forward to reading your guide. I am heading to New England this December and visiting New York. :-)
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Aww, can't wait to read your guide! :)
ReplyDeleteThe best lobster roll ever in NYC? I think not ;)
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to the first installment!
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Perfect Timing....I'm going to be in NYC the end of October!!!!
ReplyDeleteYay! I'm so excited to hear all of your recommendations. We are expecting our first baby in December, but maybe next Spring we can visit and tackle some of your suggestions. I can't wait! Xoxo
ReplyDeletewhat a cute photo!
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Thank you and perfect timing! I've just booked a trip (this morning!) to visit my best friend in New York in November. The trip is a surprise for my husband. I'm anxious to hear about the romantic date idea!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to it!! You look so cute in the pic!
ReplyDeleteExciting! I wish I'd seen this before my last trip. :)
ReplyDeleteGood job using your blogshop techniques, looks great!! It was really fun meeting you...can't wait to see what kind of fun little NY spots you've found!
ReplyDeleteI am SO looking forward to this NYC-guide! We are a family from Norway (with three children) who are visiting NY for the first time thic October. :-)
ReplyDeleteVery much looking forward to your guide....the city overwhelms me as well, so this should help.
ReplyDeletewoohoooo!!! I was so very much waiting for this! Gonna save every single post for when I finally go visit (and stay foreva) my all-time dream-city..
ReplyDeletethanks so much for sharing!
ps: love the pic! :)
Great:))) i dream about visiting NYC
ReplyDeletei cannot WAIT! i'm headed to nyc october 6th-9th with my boyfriend and i am in search of ideas. i know you will have some great ones :)
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oh yay! can't wait to see what new things you will help me discover in my own city :)
ReplyDeleteNice! Looking forward to it.
ReplyDeleteYes sooooo exited just went NYC and going back soon, I would love to hear of shopping tips and places for bargains.
ReplyDeleteThis is perfect as I'm literally visiting NYC this weekend! (all the way from California). Thank you Thank you!
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Can't wait! And I love the photo: you look adorable :)
ReplyDeleteSO EXCITED for this series!
ReplyDeletePerfect timing I will be in NY next week!!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to learn about new places!!
ReplyDeleteyay! i cant wait for the guide... maybe its time I move there... :D
ReplyDeleteI'm coming to NYC for THE FIRST TIME EVER this Thursday! I've wanted to see your amazing city since I was a teenager (for almost 20 years!) and my dream is coming true (insert happy dance HERE)! I'm meeting a friend there and we're going to cram in as much as humanly possible over a four-day period. I look forward to reading all your tips...:)
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Thanks for sharing! I would love to go to NYC, unfortunately, my schedule and wallet won't allow it these days!
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Perfect timing! Heading to New York in a few weeks! :)
ReplyDeleteYay im excited for this! There's always something new to discover in the city i cant wait to hear your recs :)
ReplyDeletegreat idea! i'm so excited for this.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Joanna, for taking the time to do this guide! I know it can be hard to pick our very favorites sometimes!
ReplyDeleteAnd I can't wait to see if your best lobster roll is the same I had the pleasure to enjoy when I visited the city last year...
Will be coming back for a wedding on Halloween night, so that guide is very welcome!
(By the way, as I'm trying to find what to wear for a fall wedding -I've never been to one-, I think it would make a great post, you have such great ideas for weddings!)
Reading your blog always makes me want to move to NYC already! You're going to make me want to get on the first plane with those posts!
ReplyDeletei've been to NYC a couple times, but would LOVE to do another trip next year so i can't wait to see what's your on your list that i can put on mine! thanks jo!! xo.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite eats...
ReplyDelete1. Pylos. I have to say this is my favorite go to Greek restaurant. My dad, who is Greek and picky about Greek food, LOVES this place!
2. Arturo's Pizza and John's Pizza. Love them both for different reasons.
3. Num Pang (on 12th street near University Place). Awesome quick sandwiches.
4. Grey Dog Coffee... great brunch, lunch and dinner. Baby and kid friendly.
5. Bonbonniere for a quick (not so healthy) egg sandwich.
Favorite Places to Hang...
1. The Hudson River... the park on the river.... running and biking!
2. Washington Square Park for people watching and to go to the dog park.
3. The Union Square Farmer's Market.... to buy fresh produce!
Can't wait to see the places you go!
Oh!!!! and Joe's Coffee... the best iced latte and awesome baristas!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this idea. Who doesn't love New York? I just posted last week about how the movies, "When Harry met Sally," and "You've got Mail" make me long to live in New York in the fall.
ReplyDeleteReally looking forward to this! I love NYC!
ReplyDeleteSooo looking forward to this as I will be visiting NYC for the first time early next year!
ReplyDeleteHow cute are you?! I love this photo cover Joanna!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait.
I think Governor's Island is one of the city's best kept secrets. My friends and I rented bikes on Labor Day and rode around the island for a few hours. It's not competitive like Central Park and you can't help but feel like a child on a giant playground!
ReplyDeletelooking forward to hearing about your little spots in the big apple.
ReplyDeleteYay! I'm going to NYC soon. Thanks for the tips.
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go girl! look at those mad photoshop skills!! ;)
ReplyDeleteQuick first thoughts/suggestions I've given friends-
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Ice cream/desserts: Milk Bar. I mostly go for the Cereal Milk soft serve. I love all of their treats, but the cereal milk is out of this world.
Lunch eats:
Westville. Delicious veggie burger. I top it with goat cheese and any other condiment I think I can fit. yum yum.
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Korilla BBQ Truck for street food. I've only made it once, but it was very delicious. I had a platter and let them stack whatever they could fit. The lines are worth it.
Pizza: Artichoke.
Momofuku's pork buns, anytime of the day. It is mouth heaven. I'm convinced I could eat 10 in a sitting. Luckily their price limits me to one (sometimes two!) They also have great ramen.
Duane Park: Great fun date night spot. $60 for a three course meal and a very saucy burlesque show. Also a live jazz band. The food is good and the space is cute and intimate. Expect nudity and raunchy humor.
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Other:
The High Line. Such an impressive space, I would take any visitor there. Can be very relaxing if you find the right spot/seat.
The Met. No explanation needed.
The Comedy Cellar. Great for a late laugh. You can do standby, but I would recommend tickets for the earlier shows. Recently saw Aziz Ansari there and laughed my butt off.
I am very excited for your new series. I am a South African who now calls New York "home" so I can always use some tips.
ReplyDeleteI'm SO glad you decided to do this! xoxo Can't wait to see!
ReplyDeleteOoh, can't wait to see your recommendations!!
ReplyDeleteOne of my friends used to live on Stanton St. and when my husband and I would go to visit her, we'd get brunch at Tapeo 29. I haven't been there in awhile, but they'd give you unlimited mimosas with brunch, and the food was SO good. :-)
I can't wait to check out your guide!
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Your post could not come at a better time. I am coming to New York from Missouri at the end of October to discover it with my sister who is flying in from Europe. I am over the moon we get to do it together for a couple of days.
ReplyDeleteI am in charge of finding places to eat and I really don't want to look like a tourist. But I probably will because I might just be intimidated by the huge city.
This is exciting! I've always wanted to visit new york in a non-touristy kind of a way :)
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so I want to make sure this is clear.. I CAN NOT WAIT! I am so excited for this!! YAYAYA
ReplyDeleteCan't wait! My brother just moved to the city...I'd love to share some of these tips with him.
ReplyDeleteSo happy you're posting your guide this week! I'm visiting NY for the first time ever in two weeks. I'm overwhelmed by all the possibilities!
ReplyDeleteLove the picture! It should be on the cover of a travel magazine! I can't wait to read the installments. Especially the tourist sites! I always wonder about the crowds and if it would be worth it!
ReplyDeletePerfect! As I am leaving for NY on October 1st!!yeah!
ReplyDeletea NYC post series for the fall...I love it. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite place is The High Line...great views and great atmosphere...so romantic.
My favorite place to eat is Keste. It's in West Village on Bleeker at Morton. Neopolitan style pizza. Totally worth the wait in line.
CAN'T WAIT!
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I just came back from a girls trip to New York. What a great city. I'll keep your tips in mind for when I go back.
ReplyDeleteReally excited for this! :)
ReplyDeleteI am so absolutely excited for this! Can't wait to hear your recommendations :))
ReplyDeleteooooo can't wait to read this series! cute photo, too :)
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Can't wait to see what you have to post! I love making new discoveries every day..and in response to Samantha's post..I saw that today at madison sq park too. I got a delicious panini! I'm going to have to go back to the macaroon stand :). Nice meeting you the other night Joanna! xo
ReplyDeleteCan't wait! Thank you! Pinned your pic on Pinterest!
ReplyDeleteI'm going to NY this October for the 3rd time and I am ready to do different things besides the tourist stuff. I can't wait for your recommendations.
ReplyDeleteOhhhh I can't wait!! It's one of my favourite cities and having tips is always helpful! x
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I grew up on the Upper West Side of Manhattan (I'm a freshman in college, so that wasn't long ago!) and wouldn't exchange that experience for anything. I learned to ride my bike in Riverside Park, and I remember it being a very calm experience. When I did encounter speedy bicyclists, I remember feeling excited that we were all being intense bikers together! Once a week after preschool I would walk with my best friend and our moms to the Natural History Museum, and on the weekends I would explore the Met, the Whitney, and the Guggenheim with my dad. When I couldn't sleep when I was little, I would sneak out of bed and watch the traffic on the streets below and lights going on and off in the apartments across the street until I felt sleepy. I got to see concerts and plays and dance performances spontaneously on random weekends, which I loved. Later, it was great to be able to do homework at the Met, go to the Great Lawn or out to coffee with friends without having to drive anywhere, and generally enjoy a lot of independence. Needless to say, I’m a huge advocate for the city kid experience!
ReplyDeleteAh so excited to hear about your NYC spots, especially especially especially the lobster rolls. I L O V E lobster rolls (in case it wasn't clear).
ReplyDeleteWhoops, meant to post that on the "where would you want to raise your baby" question.
ReplyDeleteBut I'm also hugely looking forward to the NYC guide! My favorite places are Nice Matin, Joe the Art of Coffee and French Roast for late-night food
I made this list for people who came to visit me and wanted to the tourist stuff... These were the touristy things I could handle :)
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I'm super excited to see your side of the city!
This is perfect timing, because I'm living in NYC for a month and a half and I'm in week 5 of 6. This is my last weekend here, so I want to make it count! Looking forward to hearing about your favorite places so I can experience them, too. :)
ReplyDeletebated breath!
ReplyDeleteFor my best-of-the-best NYC list I'd include:
ReplyDeleteDoughnut Plant in Chelsea
The original Lombardi's on Spring and Mott
30 Rock Observation Deck (an AMAZING view of the city and you can see the Empire State Building and you pay less)
It's kind of offbeat and definitely not a fancy place, but Buddha Bodai has amazing vegetarian Chinese food, located at the 5 Mott.
I CAN'T WAIT FOR THIS!!! THANKS JO
ReplyDeleteDo you ever wear bike helmets?
ReplyDeletePlease say there is a little section about the High Line Park in this! That was my favourite place the last time I went to NYC! http://beth-krynick.blogspot.com/2011/09/interesting-finds.html Here is my post on the High Line!
ReplyDeleteI feel like 'Extra Virgin' should be on the list. Can't wait to see your list. xoxo
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This guide could not have come at a better time, as we'll be travelling to New York in just a couple of months!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to have a read! :)
I adore this pic! And even though I'm totally afraid of bikes (I know, how lame), it totally makes me wantbto get on one.
ReplyDeleteYour timing is perfect, Joanna! I'm headed to your corner of New York in two weeks. It's my first visit to the city. Can't wait to find out what secrets you have to share.
ReplyDeleteAm looking forward to your guide!
ReplyDeleteJust one thing: that's a super cute photo but where's your super cute helmet? :)
Huzzah! My fiance and i are planning on honeymooning in New York next year (we are from Australia) and on the hunt for things to do!
ReplyDeleteSo excited! It'll almost be like we're there!
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A charming idea for Fall! ; )
ReplyDeleteits dorky how excited i am about this, right?
ReplyDeletewhy yes, i will be taking notes on this! yay!
ReplyDeleteI'm going to be lame, and off-subject, and all that... where did you get that cute dress!? (if you don't mind sharing:) Thanks!
ReplyDeleteOoh how exciting - I'm planning my first ever trip there next year so this is perfect!
ReplyDeletewoo hoooo! this is going to be so helpful when we visit family in december!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the guide. I HATE the fact that I got back from NYC (my first time ever) on Sunday night. I even browsed your blog in the weeks before hand for clues on what to see! We did see MoMA (amazing), Highline Park, and considered one of those little underground massages. Oh, and we used Air bnb (also a first) and stayed in the perfect little studio apartment. I guess I'll be back soon!
ReplyDeleteHow ecstatic I was to get on your blog after missing it for over a week and finding these fantastic posts about New York! It's grand because I'll be there for a whole week next month and want to know all that I need to know about this divine city. ♥
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PLEASE wear a helmet. It's irresponsible and stupid not to (and this is coming from someone who has had a spouse in a bike accident that could have been a lot worse had they not been wearing a helmet)
ReplyDeleteWaiting for Guide!
ReplyDeleteThe New York city is a great driving destination for tourism - heritage, cultural and many other types of tourism. Flights to New York
ReplyDeletejust re looking over your new york guide in preparation for our visit in a couple of weeks, but there is one thing specifically i don't see: baby/kid friendly! of course some are applicable (like the parks and ways to spend an afternoon) but i would be thrilled to hear your little-one specific suggestions. ESPECIALLY where to eat. at home in san diego we know the best 3 restaurants where we can get great food and beer, and our VERY active 1 year old can be a little wild. i am SO nervous about eating out in new york! eep!
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