Carpe City

02/28/2020

Restaurant of the Week: Cervos
Great for: Date night, Dining at the Bar, Unique Small Production Wines from Spain and Portugal

Cervo's serves up a unique experience with each visit, as the menu is always changing based on what ingredients are in season. If seafood is your thing, Cervo's is sure to be your new favorite. And don't forget to check out the Spanish and Portuguese cocktail list featuring drinks with gin, vermouth, and sherry.

02/19/2020

NYC STREET ART SPOTLIGHT: Shepard Fairey - You might not know his name, but you most likely know his art. Fairey's most famous piece is the HOPE poster he created for Obama's campaign.

Head to East 11th Street and 1st Avenue and look up, above Little Tong's Noodle Shop, to see the artist's mural for yourself! He also has a great piece featuring Blondie's Debbie Harry in NOHO. Check out more info about Shepard and his art on our website. Link in bio!

01/31/2020

Do you ever get tired of thinking of new things to do for an evening out? Look no further - we have the perfect blend of , drinks, food, and shopping for you. First, you can check out the current Juanita McNeely exhibit at . Then, head on over to , the city's oldest candy store, for some pre-dinner sweets. Last, but certainly not least, walk up to , where you can enjoy creative cocktails and delicious Japanese bites. Try the Sakura Martini or Shiso Sparkler and indulge in the Miso Wings!
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@ Lower East Side

01/24/2020

Kossar's Bagels & Bialys () is now on Grand Street, but used to be on Clinton Street until a rather...explosive event. Watch here to learn about the mysterious Bialy Blast at Kossar's the famous Bialy and ‪Bagel Bakery‬! 💥🥯

01/17/2020

We know, we know - NYC style pizza is where it’s at, but if you’re going to love on Detroit style pizza IN NYC, our pick is Emmy Squared in the East Village. If you’re looking for a casual sit-down with family and friends, Emmy Squared has a little something for everyone - even the kiddos. Part of the growing Emily family of restaurants, started by Emily and Matt Hyland, the great toppings selection and fresh ingredients make their pizza a consistent favorite in the East Village. Not sure what makes Detroit Style pizza different? Click the link below! 🍕

Emmy Squared East Village NYC restaurant review, fun facts and all the cool things to do and see nearby from Carpe City the New York City Guide for the Culturally Curious.

01/16/2020

Searching for the perfect gift for someone special in your life? We recommend checking out Karma Books in the East Village, an unconventional mecca of books for every contemporary art lover. With a small, curated selection and spartan, gallery-style walls, KARMA Books embraces the “less is more” vibe, giving a whole new meaning to “a picture is worth a thousand words.” If you like KARMA’s book selection, you’ll like their art. Be sure to check out the Karma Art Gallery on 188 E 2nd Street! 📚

Karma Books in NYC - Learn Fun Facts plus all the cool things to do and see nearby from Carpe City the New York City Guide for the Culturally Curious.

01/15/2020

Do you know the difference between a dry pot and a hot pot when it comes to cooking Sichuan style food? Málà Project is a retro style establishment in the East Village is known for its dry pot cooking; Málà’s dry pot is wok-cooked in the kitchen over high heat with 24 different spices and then delivered to your table to be shared, family-style. Opinions vary widely on how spicy their spiciness level is. If you are new to the food, start out with mild and go from there. You also have an option to do non-family style and you may try different pots at different levels of spice. The solo pot option is also great when you have only one vegetarian (or one carnivore) in your group. What does the word Málà mean? Click the link below to find out! 👇

MáLà Project East Village restaurant review, fun facts and all the cool things to do and see nearby from Carpe City the New York City Guide for the Culturally Curious.

01/14/2020

The long history of the Sixth Street and Avenue B Community Garden begins in the 1970s, when New York City was famously broke, and Manhattan was littered with rubble-filled vacant lots, abandoned buildings and trash-strewn alleys. How did this plot of land get turned around and today features a children’s garden and adventure playground? It all started with a woman named Liz Christy - and today, you can become a community member for a for a 4’x8’ foot plot of land. For the full story of this gorgeous garden, head to our website and learn more. 🌿

Sixth Street and Avenue B Community Garden NYC - History and Fun Facts plus all the cool things to do and see nearby from Carpe City the New York City Guide for the Culturally Curious.

01/13/2020

We have good news for you: you don’t need to travel to France for an amazing crusty baguette sandwich. You can find one right in the East Village at Le Petit Parisien! You will feel whisked away on a Parisien day with their hard-to-find jambon-beurre sandwich aka ham & butter (look for “Le Parisien” on the menu). They also have versions with comté cheese, a duck rillettes sandwich, tuna, smoked salmon, vegetarian and vegan options. But, our absolute favorite is the Gainsbourg with its bone-in cooked ham and comté cheese. We get it made-to-order with arugula, tomatoes, cornichons, and hard-boiled egg slices. Trust us. It works. If you stop in, you may be wondering why the walls are lined with newspaper...click the link below to find out why! 👇

Le Petit Parisien NYC restaurant review, fun facts and all the cool things to do and see nearby from Carpe City the New York City Guide for the Culturally Curious.

01/10/2020

Who’s ready for brunch? We’re always up for a NYC style brunch, especially when it comes to Clinton Street Baking Company! Started by a husband and wife team as a small neighborhood bakery, with some fried chicken and waffles thrown in the mix, Clinton St. Baking Company is now an international brunch sensation. This bright, sunny and upscale diner on the Lower East Side is known for their fried chicken sandwich, and of course, their pancakes! If you’re meeting up with friends for brunch, there’s plenty of cocktails on the menu for a proper boozy brunch with lots of delicious food. 🥞

Clinton Street Baking Company NYC restaurant review, fun facts and all the cool things to do and see nearby from Carpe City the New York City Guide for the Culturally Curious.