Monthly Take - May 2018

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One of the many great perks of living in Manhattan are the myriad of conveniences it offers. Technology has brought all of the amenities of NYC to our front door, making it easier to live here now more than ever. Here's a roundup of our favorite apps, from transportation to food, and everything else we can't live without in the city that never sleeps!

Skip the Broadway Box Office and Plan a Staycation

Looking for last minute tickets to your favorite Broadway show? Getting great seats has never been easier with TodayTix. And while you're planning a fun night on the town, why not download Hotel Tonight and get a great deal on a hotel. If you have kids, you can even book a last-minute babysitter on sittercity.

Dinner, Groceries, and Household Deliveries on Demand

Hungry for dinner but don't want to leave the house and may even want something from a neighborhood far far away? Ordering takeout has reached new levels with Postmates, Seamless and Caviar. If you're in the mood to cook, the same delivery conveniences are offered for your grocery/household needs by Thrive, Instacart, Google Express, Amazon Prime and Fresh Direct.

The Mobile Spa, Hair Salon, and Glam Squad

Do you need hair and makeup for a special event or want a late night massage in your living room? Apps like Zeel, Glam and Priv bring the spa and salon to you!

Restaurant Reservations at your Fingertips

Open Table, Resy and Reserve have changed the game when it comes to restaurant reservations. These apps let you easily search for available reservations at almost every restaurant in NYC.

Save Time on the Subway

Shave some time off your commute by downloading Exit Strategy! This app works underground and features the official MTA subway, bus, and street maps PLUS comprehensive 'exit strategies' for each station.

The Alternative Taxi Cab

Tired of trying to hail a cab? So are we! In recent years, the taxi industry has faced fierce competition from ridesharing apps such as Uber and Lyft. These taxi alternatives have offered passengers on-demand rides and generally cheaper fairs. We also like Curb, Via and Juno.

Stay on Top of the NYC Real Estate Market

And last but not least, if you're looking for your next home or just like to track the market, our Compass apps are a must. Compass Search and Compass Markets provide an easy way to search for properties and analyze real-time market trends. Of course, once you're ready to start visiting properties, click here to get in touch with us!

Washington Square Outdoor Art Exhibit
May 26th - 28th

This city tradition feels fresh every Spring when artists following in the footsteps of Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning set up shop in the park. Hundreds of exhibitors display their paintings, sculptures, photography, jewelry, and woodcraft.

For more information, click here.

Mother's Day Weekend Garden Party
Saturday, May 12th and Sunday, May 13th
New York Botanical Gardens

Eat brunch picnic-style and enjoy a ton of other planned activities on the beautiful landscape. There's usually putting on the green, croquet and guided walking tours through the gardens.

For tickets, click here.

Angels in America
In Theatres Until July 1st

Andrew Garfield and Nathan Lane star in the 25th anniversary production of Tony Kushner's two-part play. The show tackles Reaganism, McCarthyism, immigration, religion, climate change, and AIDS against the backdrop of New York City in the mid-1980’s. There's still time to get tickets for this limited run show.

For tickets, click here.

Urban Space - Midtown East

This new food hall at 570 Lexington Avenue @ 51st Street brings 16 vendors to Midtown East in a large open space with ample seating on the second floor. There are lots of terrific vendors but our favs so far for a quick weekday work lunch are Taim (falafel), La Pecora Bianca (Italian) and Dorado (tacos).

The Woodstock

Opening steps away from the High Line, the Woodstock is a new cocktail and pizza restaurant that channels the 1960s in its decor and design. Lava lamps live alongside original Salvador Dali paintings, plus all the cocktails are $10.

Frenchette

Chef duo and Balthazar alums Riad Nasr and Lee Hanson have opened their first solo project, a French brasserie that features a menu that will change regularly.