May 8th, 2013 at 6:00PM:
Today's Photo of The Day is a photo shot from the rear-view mirror of a car in the elusive Greenwood Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, which borders Gowanus. Along the industrial 2nd Ave. that borders the waters of the Gowanus Bay, abandoned lofts and factories are sandwiched between those that are still in use. A fenced parking lot houses for-sale cars. Semi-trucks sweep in and out of the area ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Photo Of The Day: Greenwood Heights, Brooklyn
May 8th, 2013 at 6:00PM:
Today's Photo of The Day is a photo shot from the rear-view mirror of a car in the elusive Greenwood Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, which borders Gowanus. Along the industrial 2nd Ave. that borders the waters of the Gowanus Bay, abandoned lofts and factories are sandwiched between those that are still in use. A fenced parking lot houses for-sale cars. Semi-trucks sweep in and out of the area ...Bike Share Program Will Bring 10,000 Bikes To New York City
May 6th, 2013 at 3:30PM: Anyone who has ever set foot in New York knows transportation options are plentiful. If you don't want to hoof it through the city or jump in one of the Big Apple's infamous yellow cabs, it's possible to hop on subways, buses and even ferries. But after a few hiccups (mainly Superstorm Sandy), the New York City Department of Transportation is officially hopping on the bikeshare trend, and ...Photo Of The Day: Festival Of Colors NYC
Apr 10th, 2013 at 6:00PM:
The Festival of Colors celebration in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn last week was a vibrant Holi celebration. In Hindu tradition, all of the festivalgoers were asked to toss their multicolored powder into the air before the sun completely set and in doing so, the little daylight left alongside the stage lights set the blending colors of powder aglow. I had been looking forward to ...The Wandering Writer: A Tour Through Brooklyn Heights, New York With Elisabeth Eaves
Apr 9th, 2013 at 10:00AM: Elisabeth Eaves lives on Pineapple Street. Along with neighbors Cranberry and Orange, it's one of only three fruit streets in Brooklyn. Eaves, a writer who has published on topics ranging from travel to politics to stripping, knows the accompanying local lore to explain its origin.
"Back when a lot of people were just moving to this neighborhood, it was dominated by old Dutch families," she ...#OnTheRoad On Instagram: New York City
Apr 8th, 2013 at 4:00PM:
Having recently splurged on a cross-country move, my travel budget isn't bursting at the seams, but my fascination for new sights and experiences remains in tact. With a traveler's spirit in tow, I'll be exploring my own city this week, taking the train or driving to some of my favorite NYC destinations and some I've yet to visit. I aim to focus on showing you some of the green beauty of ...Photo Of The Day: Wine Tasting
Feb 21st, 2013 at 6:00PM:
What makes you enter an unfamiliar shop in a new city? An inviting window display? A big crowd (or lack thereof)? How about a funny sign like this Brooklyn shop, which advertises, "delicious free booze poured by a crazy French guy"? They had me at "delicious" and "free" wine; the French guy is just icing on the cake. It helps that the store looks cozy and friendly; the sign helps to show off ...Video: Rollerblading With Huskies In Brooklyn
Dec 29th, 2012 at 9:00AM:
When I first saw this video yesterday, it only had 12 views. Now that the video is up to around 1,000 views, it's clear that people have been watching it. But 1,000 views hardly measures up to the cuteness it captured. It's just a first-person video of someone being pulled around Bushwick, Brooklyn, while on rollerblades by two huskies. It's adorable and will make you smile all while giving ...
Photo Of The Day: Williamsburg Bridge
Nov 27th, 2012 at 6:30PM:
We often forget that Manhattan is an island. That is, until we remember the number of bridges crisscrossing the skyline to connect the New York City borough with the rest of America.
Most people are familiar with the Brooklyn Bridge and the George Washington Bridge. But my personal favorite is the Williamsburg Bridge, which connects Manhattan's Lower East Side to Williamsburg in ...5 Hot New Holiday Markets In New York City
Nov 27th, 2012 at 4:30PM:
Come December, New York City becomes a veritable mecca of holiday shops, festivals and bazaars. Most tourists are familiar with the classic gift emporiums at Grand Central, Bryant Park and Union Square. But those markets tend to turn off the newer, younger, more independent brands with their hefty vendor fees and multi-week commitments.
For a different scene, check out some of the city's ...Over A Thousand Canceled Flights Due To Nor'easter
Nov 7th, 2012 at 5:00PM: The meteorological ladies have it out for the Northeast. First there was Sandy, and now there's (winter storm) Athena.
Planning on going there anytime soon? You might need to wait a little longer than you think. With Athena The Nor'easter on its way to the Atlantic states, parts of New England flights are being canceled left and right. Regulators obviously learned a lesson from last week's ...Hurricane Sandy Aftermath: On The Ground In New York City
Nov 1st, 2012 at 11:00AM: For tourists and locals alike, the post-Sandy vibe in New York City is unusual, even eerie.
With subway lines down throughout the city, slow bus service and intense traffic – everyone's who's got a car is currently using it to get around – the remaining signs of wreckage from the storm make for a spooky Halloween. The city's weird mood is backdropped by the continuing lack of ...Photo Of The Day: Hurricane Sandy In Red Hook
Oct 31st, 2012 at 6:00PM:
When Hurricane Sandy hit New York City on Monday night, Red Hook, a vibrant neighborhood in Brooklyn, was hit badly. Red Hook is a Zone A neighborhood in NYC and thereby was under mandatory evacuation before the storm hit. It's a good thing Red Hook was evacuated because Hurricane Sandy flooded the neighborhood with 5 feet of water. Those who don't live or own businesses in Red Hook still ...Learn A Culinary History Of Thanksgiving In America
Oct 31st, 2012 at 12:00PM: Ever wonder how pumpkin pie and roast turkey came to be synonymous with Thanksgiving? You may want to get yourself to Brooklyn restaurant The Farm on Adderley on November 13, when food blogger and "historic gastronomist" Sarah Lohman hosts an evening of "American Cookery" with a culinary history of Thanksgiving. Taste and learn about all of the holiday favorites, from mashed potatoes to green bean ...New York City: Getting Back To Where You Once Belonged
Oct 25th, 2012 at 11:00AM:
The city of New York City exists strongly. Within New York, the smallest sounds are amplified as they break through the barriers of thin drywall. The coastal weather can be bitter, biting and unforgiving and still, the easiest way to get around New York is by foot and, in effect, immersed in the unchangeable climate. Even the most basic interactions occur more frequently in New York and ...Under These Circumstances: Traveling For A Funeral
Aug 31st, 2012 at 9:00AM:
The twisting highways that cut through West Virginia and lead to my hometown, which is on the border of West Virginia and Ohio, are terrifying at night. The last time I made the drive, the fog was thick and low – a meteorological manifestation of my cloudy, burdened mind. Because the hills are steep and street lights are rare, the dim headlights were the only aid my vision had. I ...Final Season of Anthony Bourdain's 'No Reservations' Debuts Labor Day On Travel Channel
Aug 27th, 2012 at 9:00AM: You know the old saying; it's always best to leave the party when you're having a great time. So it is with Anthony Bourdain, chef/author/keen observationist of the absurd/master of the pithy sentiment, and dark lord of the filthy, matted belly of the culinary underworld. On Labor Day, the Travel Channel will premiere the ninth and final season of its Emmy Award®-winning series, "No ...
Take A Cycling Tour Of Brooklyn
Aug 1st, 2012 at 8:00AM: With its rich history and ethnic influence, Brooklyn remains one of the most interesting and unique places to visit in all of New York City. The borough features numerous neighborhoods that exude equal parts big city sophistication and small town charm, and the local cuisine, heavily influenced by its immigrant roots, is simply heavenly. Put simply, a visit to NYC isn't complete without a visit to ...Restaurant Rooftop Gardens: Five Of America's Best
Jun 15th, 2012 at 12:00PM: From where I stood on the roof of Bastille Cafe & Bar in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood, I could see flocks of seagulls circling nearby fishing boats, as I catch whiffs of brine, gasoline and eau de canal water.
Despite the industrial marine supplies and salmon canneries across the way, up here I was surrounded by buzzing honeybees and dozens of varieties of produce, from heirloom French ...Gadling Gear Review: Brooklyn Outfitters Wolfjaw 16L Backpack
Jun 11th, 2012 at 8:00AM: Over the years, major outdoor gear companies like North Face and Patagonia have built billion dollar businesses out of selling their various jackets, base layers, packs and other equipment. But these days some of the highest quality and most innovative gear comes from smaller, lesser known companies who mix a passion for adventure into their designs. Many of these boutique gear companies are the ...Photo Of The Day: Happy Birthday Brooklyn Bridge
May 24th, 2012 at 7:00PM:
Today marks the 129th anniversary of the opening of the Brooklyn Bridge. Happy Birthday, you barely look a day over 100! This photo by Gadling's own Willy Volk was taken from the NYC Water Taxi. He used a fake tilt-shift effect to get the unique perspective and slightly blurred edges, but it reminds me of the view you might see on a rainy day riding the subway over the neighboring Manhattan ...
