Everyone thinks they know the Big Apple, right? The secret, insider experiences from local tastemakers in this New York travel guide reveal fresh, unforgettable things to do in New York. Time to take a fresh bite.
NEW YORK with
Michael Yamashita
Photographer
Traversing the world with Nat Geo for three decades searching for the perfect shot, Mike has sampled almost every cuisine imaginable. Which is why his drool-worthy foodie guide to NYC, bursting with hot spots only locals know about, is worthy of our attention.
New York with Michael Yamashita
Photographer
Food & Drink Cibo e Vino
‘Cibo e Vino is neighbourhood Italian but really well done. One of the best places to eat in Manhattan.’
2418 Broadway, New York, NY 10024
Food & Drink Lucciola
‘Lucciola — a little expensive, but they’ve got great stuff, like 90-day old wagyu. Of course you’ve got to try that once. It’ll cost you a fortune, but that’s really good stuff and a great wine list.’
621 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10024
Food & Drink Jing Fong
‘For Chinese, it’s Jing Fong. Huge landmark in New York Chinatown, but they had to close over Covid so it’s no longer, except for the branch on the Upper West Side.’
380 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10024
Food & Drink City Diner
‘Some of the best photographers in the world happen to be my friends and live in New York City, so of course we hang out. Usually I do breakfast at City Diner and start from there.’
2441 Broadway Avenue, New York, NY 10024
Location DEL Helicopters
‘I suggest to everybody, if you want to see New York in a unique way, just get in a helicopter. They have several services — mine is based in New Jersey at Essex airport: DEL Helicopters. That is just a great way to see the city, and one of the hidden gems in NYC. I recommend it because there is no other city like New York for skyline.’
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Mara Lecocq
Creative Director & Entrepreneur
Our creative-director-meets-diversity-champion has called NYC home for the last five years. Her insider guide spotlights the truly unique experiences in the city that you won’t find in any guidebook – off-menu cocktail bars, interactive film noir plays and hipster Japanese food.
Alex Trochut
Graphic Designer
Design is his passport to the world. But his unique view of NYC will show you why he called this city home for over a decade. Alex will have you knocking on secret back-street restaurant doors, uncovering underground parties and checking out Tarantino style cinemas with
movie-inspired menus.
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