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    UYC’s Guide: 5 Delicious NYC Bakeries

    Friday, May 24, 2013

    Like everything else in the city, when it comes to baked goods and yummy treats, New Yorkers have too many choices. To keep you from falling prey to unnecessarily long lines at Magnolia, or from eating the same old fare from Crumbs, we’ve found you some delicious and much more swoon-worthy alternatives.  Here’s Used York [...]

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    Broadway Pick You Won’t Want To Miss: Pippin

    Wednesday, May 22, 2013

    The bar has been substantially raised; musical theater has reached a new level of HIGH … literally and figuratively.  This show hits heaven!  The spectacular opening number (don’t dare be late) gets right to the point.  A remarkable cast, led by the “Leading Player,” Patina Miller, in an amazing star turn, juicily welcomes their audience [...]

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    UYC’s Walks: MOMA

    Monday, May 20, 2013

    As much as I love splashing through puddles and getting sprayed with dirty curbside water by NYC buses, on a rainy day in the city, I’ll trade in my rain boots and umbrella for a stroll through a dry museum anytime.  This week, in order to avoid the inevitable head cold that comes with spring [...]

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    A Devilish Good Time In Queens

    Thursday, May 16, 2013

    Upon walking in The Laughing Devil Comedy Club you’re greeted by a bar with a row of 14 taps ready to pour you a pint of your favorite import, craft or classic draft beer. I love beer, so yeah…great start! Oh, food…get the chicken tenders and tots. I love tots, too — but enough about [...]

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    If You Do One Thing This Week, Make It “Vice Girl Confidential”

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013

    I’m kinnnddda a sucker for men playing women in red lipstick laughing my lungs out, and if you are too, “Vice Girl Confidential” needs to be on your to-do list this week.     Set in New York City circa 1953, this witty satirical comedy takes a deeper dive into the world of over-the-top prostitutes, [...]

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    UYC’s Walks: Duffy Square

    Monday, May 13, 2013

    This weekend I had a friend visiting from Europe that had not only never been to NYC before, but had never been the the US.  I posted the question on Twitter “Have a friend visiting who’s never been to #NYC before. What’s the FIRST thing I should take her to do? ”  By and large, the [...]

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    UYC’s Kitchen: Zesty Quinoa Salad

    Friday, May 10, 2013

    As a girl who enjoys eating out entirely too much, I made a commitment during NYC’s warm(er) weather months to frequent the farmers’ markets to see what this whole eat fresh, eat local mumbo-jumbo is all about.  (Jusssttttt kidding.  Sort of.) Moving right along. I’ll be sharing some of my favorite DIY recipe discoveries in a [...]

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    “Crescent Super Band” Debuts At Carnegie Hall + Giveaway

    Wednesday, May 8, 2013

    This contest has officially ended.  A huge New York thank you to all who participated, and congrats to our winner, Laura!  Stay tuned for more exciting UsedYorkCity.com giveaways! Put on your dancing shoes, New Yorkers, cause we’re giving away tickets to the Crescent Super Band at their debut at Carnegie Hall on May 21st, 2013!  We [...]

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    UYC’s Walks: SoHo

    Monday, May 6, 2013

    New York is notorious for being a favorite city among shopaholics, and a shopaholic’s visit to the city wouldn’t be complete without a trip to SoHo.  From trendy boutiques to bargain chains, upscale shops to secondhand stores, this is the stroll for you if you’re in the market for…well…just about anything. Starting Point Take the [...]

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    New Yorker Moments

    Friday, May 3, 2013

    This week brought a lot of New York firsts: trying my first every knish, purchasing my first pack of (candy!) ciggys, and traveling down to Virginia to see my cousin get married!  The latter was by far my favorite, and I was so happy to be able to share that special moment of being a [...]

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Cheers From Adam and the Used York City Team!
Jun
22

The New Foodie Fridays

Fellow Foodies, We had so much fun eating and drinking at Aldea last week that we almost forgot Foodie Fridays should be as much about wonderful wines as they already are about fabulous foods. Drinking, after all, is an essential element of life in the city that never sleeps! Used York City promises to bring you the best of New York [...]

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The Garden Party 29
Jun
21

The Garden Party 29 Kicks Off Pride 2012

On Monday evening, Hudson River Park’s Pier 46 was awash with paisley prints, pampered chefs, and a whole lot of pride!  The fabulous Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center hosted their largest annual fundraiser, the 29th Annual Garden Party.  The Garden Party was founded in 1984 as a backyard BBQ.  Since then, it has grown immensely, [...]

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Bali Beach (Photo Credit: http://allhousedesign.com)
Jun
20

From New York, With Love: A Taste Of Bali

Like many women of my era, the memoir “Eat, Pray, Love” holds a special place on my bookshelf.  Author Elizabeth Gilbert is a true inspiration, using travel as a way reconnect with herself on different levels: “to explore the art of pleasure in Italy, the art of devotion in India, and, in Indonesia, the art [...]

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Photo Credit: Blake Barash
Jun
19

Hand Painted NYC TOMS

Perusing around Etsy, I spotted these adorable shoes-turned-work-of-art, titled: Seattle to New York City skyline hand painted custom TOMS shoes.  Okay, the title could use a little work, but the shoes themselves are a one-of-a-kind catch!  Hand painted by Etsy artist Blake Barash, we especially love them because you can custom order anything your little heart desires. [...]

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The cast of "Around the World in 80 Days" (Photo Credit: Gotham Radio Theatre)
Jun
18

Gotham Radio Theatre Presents “Around The World In 80 Days”

With New York City being the mecca of all things theater, it’s hard to discern what shows to spend your time and money on.  Between Broadway, Off-Broadway, dance, music, improv…it’s almost too much to sort through.  That, my friends, is why we’re here.  To lead you in the direction of the not-to-be-missed shows and companies [...]

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