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May 17 2013
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pencil it in: have a wonderful weekend

May 17-19: GoogaMooga 2.0

The Great GoogaMooga festival is back in Prospect Park this weekend for the second year. Issues of crowding, disorganization and planning which plagues last years festivities are said to have been corrected and hopefully the festival will stand up to lofty expectations. Dozens of performers and food vendors will serve festival goers each day, and this years lineup of both are bigger and badder than ever. Friday night, the Flaming Lips, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs and the Darkness will kick off the music and food fueled weekend. Great GoogaMooga, Nethermead Meadow, Prospect Park, Brooklyn, Fri 4-10PM, Sat & Sun 11AM- 8PM, ticketed but free

May 17-21: Classic Cocktails

The Manhattan Cocktail Classic is back with dozens of alcohol fueled events for partipants to drink at. Festivities range from a full out gala to a mezcal tasting or a booze and bacon themed brunch. For a full list of this years activities click here. Various locations, various times

May 18: Get Out and Dance!

Dancers from around the globe will showcase their ethnic dance genres this weekend in a parade that will dance its way down Broadway this Saturday. Fantastical floats, live bands and DJs will join the performers in a chronologically ordered event that will trace the history of dance from the ancient to the contemporary. The Dance Parade will start at 21st Street and Broadway making its way to Tompkins Square Park, 1PM 

May 18: Taste Tribeca

This years Taste of Tribeca will both honor the neighborhoods culinary scene and do some good for a few of its schools. Seventy restaurants from the area will come together this Saturday to host what can only be described as the epitome of an epic street fair, all proceeds from which will go towards benefitting P.S. 150 and P.S. 234. To purchase tickets and for full event info, visit the Taste’s official site. Duane Street between Greenwich and Hudson, 11:30AM- 3PM, $45

May 18-19: Foods of the World, Unite. 

The annual Ninth Avenue International Food Festival is back this weekend for the 40th year. Restaurants and vendors featuring cuisines from around the globe will showcase foods for every taste. Along with edible bites, the festival will feature international music, crafts and more. Ninth Ave between 42nd and 57th Streets, 12- 5PM

May 19: Momo Who?

You’ve heard of dumpling, mandoo and shumai but now the Himalayan momo is taking center stage. The Second Annual Momo Crawl will take tasters on a culinary tour of Jackson Heights this Sunday, all stops featuring the delectable dumpling known in the Himalayas as a momo. Jackson Heights Plaza, 37th Avenue, Queens, 516 428 4085, prices vary

May 19-27: Can’t Get to Africa?

Then let Africa come to you. The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) hosts its annual celebration of all things Africa. African and African-American music, dance and culture will be put on center stage for the eight day event that brings performers together from all over the world. For tickets and full event info visit www.bam.org. Times, locations and prices vary

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May 03 2013
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May 3: The 3 B’s

Beers, burger, bowling. Basically all you need for a solid night out in honor of NYC Burger Week. Hosted by Get Real Events at Bowlmor Lanes attendees will get to sample three artisanal burgers and 24 craft beers to help wash them down. One thing’s for sure, you’ve never had a beefier Friday night than this. Buy your tickets here. Bowlmor Lanes, 222 West 44th Street, 6-9PM, $38

May 3-5: Lucky Rice

This weekend is not all about the Mexican celebrations. Lucky Rice will highlight the best of the best in Asian cuisine with bold flavors created by celebrated names. The multi day festival kicks off with the ever popular Grand Feast, brings attendees to the night markets of Asia and and culminates appropriately with a Dim Sum Mahjong Bloody Mary Brunch. Visit the LuckyRice official site for tickets and full festival info.

May 4: Cultural Passport

You don’t need to cross international borders to make use of a passport. This weekend, the New Yorker is hosting a Passport to the Arts, a self guided tour through 19 Chelsea and SoHo galleries. Pick up your passport and set off on a true New York journey. Sign In at AFA Gallery, 54 Greene Street, 11AM- 3PM, $55

May 5: CINCO DE MAYO

Aka: my favorite holiday. Spots all around the city will be getting their margarita and guacamole groove on. You should too. 

May 5: Cinco’s Not All About the Margarita’s….

… it’s about the guacamole too! Nachos NY gets in the Mexican holiday spirit and kicks off the festive day with an all out guac showdown. Twenty amateur guacamole masters will prepare their avocado centric creations for the first round of competition. Later that night guacamole renditions from New York’s best will highlight the Latin dip. The Bell House, 149 7th Street, Brooklyn, 6PM, $15-28

May 7: Not Over Mexican Food Yet

Back Forty will be celebrating another Mexican feast this week, this time in the form of a traditional Spanish Calçotada dinner. The meal will highlight the seasons savory spring onions and a variety of dishes and wine pairings to go with them. Tickets to the fiesta can be purchased here. Back Forty West, 70 Prince Street, 212  219 8570, $100

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Apr 26 2013
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pencil it in: is it spring yet?

April 25-27: Cross on Over to Brooklyn

Performers including The Roots, Solange, and TV on the Radio will play at this three day music festival hosted by BAM. Along with killer tunes there will be great music and art to round out the festivities. For full event info visit the official Crossing Brooklyn Ferry site. BAM, Peter Jay Sharp Building, 30 Lafayette Ave, $40-100

April 27: Hester Street Eats

The signs that summer is return are upon us. The Hester Street Fair reopens this weekend, bringing with it a varied assortment of craft and food vendors. This year, newcomers will join the more established and everything from Thai street food to freshly squeezed vegan juice will be available for purchase. Hester Street Fair, Seward Park, Essex Street at Hester Street, 10AM- 6PM

April 28: Tribeca Film Festival

To mark the last official day of the iconic New York event, the Tribeca Film Festival will take to the streets. The day long affair will feature performances, music, crafts and bites from local vendors and those involved in this year’s event. For more information visit www.tribecafilm.com. Greenwich Street between Chambers and Hubert, 10Am- 6PM

April 29: Grab Your Knives

Knife skills are essential to kitchen success and luckily for those who could use a little work, PieCorps is here. The group will host a three hour class this Monday evening that will cover all necessary cutting skills ranging from basic care and handling, to how to prep the veggies to create a killer stir fry. Purchase your tickets here.  PieCorps, 77 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn, 6-8PM, $60

May 2: Literary Eats 

The Brooklyn Winery kicks off a weekend long book fair with an opening night tasting extravaganza from which all proceeds with benefit Hurricane Sandy relief.  Snack with your favorite food-centric authors and chat about your favorite recipes during the night which is sure to be full of foodie fun. Tickets can be purchased here. Brooklyn Winery, 213 North 8th Street, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, 6:30- 9:30PM, $100

May 2: Grand Gourmet

The Flavor of Midtown takes over iconic Grand Central Terminal this Thursday for an evening of drinking and sampling some of New York’s finest restaurants. With centennial celebrations in full effect, this years event is set to be the grandest yet. To purchase tickets, click here. Grand Central Terminal, Vanderbilt Hall, 42nd Street and Park Ave, 7- 9:30PM, $125-$350

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Apr 19 2013
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pencil it in: summer’s almost here

April 20: Tunes and Brews

Join blogging duo Two Girls, One Pint at this daylong event that will feature an unlimited number of craft beer pours set to the tunes of DJ Individual Eleven, Final Gravity and Najah Lewis. Bitters and Esters, 700 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, 917 596 7261, 7PM, $25

April 20: The Cherry Blossoms are Here

The Randall’s Island Park Alliance is celebrating spring this weekend with their Cherry Blossom Festival. The event will showcase the island’s extensive collection of the trees and will feature workshops, performance and tastings all featuring cherry blossoms, of course. Urban Farm at Randall’s Island Park, Wards Meadow Loop, 212 860 1899, 10AM- 12PM

April 20-21: It’s Getting Hot in Here

Hot sauces from around the world are making their way to the Williamsburg Waterfront this weekend for the NYC Hot Sauce Expo. The spicy concoctions will be available to sample as is and also mixed into every sort of edible imaginable. For those who like to add a little spice to their drinks, the event’s Bloody Mary Challenge is not to be missed. Williamsburg Waterfront, 110 Kent Avenue, 10AM- 6PM, $10

April 20-22: Green Grand Central

Attention world: Monday April 22nd is Earth Day. In celebration of our fantastic planet and in an effort to keep it that way, Grand Central Terminal (and Union Square) will feature a number of festivities and interactive displays all focused on what we each can do to make our world a better and green one. Grand Central Terminal, Vanderbilt Hall, 10AM- 6PM 

April 21: Chocolate Lovers Delight

Chocolate Fest is back this weekend to the delight of New York chocoholics. Twenty exhibitors will showcase their cacao-fueled snacks specialties range from single-origin chocolates to cacao-friendly wine. Those who participate in this walk around tasting are sure to leave with a sugar high. 92Y Buttenwieser Hall, 92nd Street and Lexington Ave, 7:30PM, $35

April 25: Taste That Jazz

The Time Warner Center is paying homage to Jazz Appreciation Month this Thursday, with an evening featuring world-class performers and top notch dining from cities that inspired some of the genre’s greats. For full event info and to purchase tickets click here. Time Warner Center, 10 Columbus Circle, 6PM, 212 823 6300, $95

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Apr 12 2013
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pencil it in: april showers…

April 12: Pretty Cheesy

A grilled cheese sandwich may be one of life’s simple pleasures and at Artisanal’s Third Annual Grilled Cheese contest there will be plenty of them to go around. Six dairy masters will compete for grilled cheese glory their creations judged by chef Rocco Dispirito and actor Chris Noth. To purchase tickets to this cheesy affair, click here. What better a way to spend national grilled cheese day? The Cutting Room, 44 East 32nd Street, 3-5 PM, $15

April 12: Down and Derby

Eighties indoor skating is back! The Down and Derby skating party will bring back the best of 80′s skating gear (tube socks and headbands encouraged) to this one night event that will have those in attendance grooving around the rink. Justin Strauss, Black Russian’s Rok One and Mike Dextro will be on hand to provide the nights’ rhythms. To get on the admission list visit Down and Derby’s official site. SRB Brooklyn, 177 2nd Ave at 14th Street, Gowanus, Brooklyn, 9PM- 4AM, $6-10 to enter $5 for skates

April 13: Taking Crafts to New Heights

The Prospect Heights Craft Fair comes to P.S. 9 this weekend and will feature the very best in handcrafted goods. Come to purchase organic cotton pillows, vintage note cards, jewelry and more created by the over 50 local artists who will showcase their wares. P.S. 9, 80 Underhill Ave between Bergen St and St. Mark’s Ave, Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, 11AM- 6PM

April 13: Techno Food

Food and technology are both integral parts of our lives so why not hear how to two intersect this Saturday at General Assembly, a day of discussion centered at the crossroads of the two. Assembled Food at General Assembly, 902 Broadway, 11:30AM- 6:30PM, $200

April 15: Sweet Science

Want to know why that cookie tastes so sweet? Pastry chef Roy Shvartzapel and NYU neuroscientist Moran Cerf come together at the American Museum of Natural History to tell you exactly why. The two will discuss the science of taste  and how the study ultimately lends to the foods we chose to consume. For full event info and to purchase tickets, visit the museum’s official site here. American Museum of Natural History, 79th Street and Central Park West, 6-8 PM, $40

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Apr 05 2013
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pencil it in: now that the weather is warmer….

April 4-7: Image Masters

One of the biggest fine art photography shows in the world is in New York City this weekend and is an event that art lovers should not miss. The Association of International Photography Art Dealers’ annual show showcases some of history’s best photographic images from early 19th century works to contemporary expressions. Park Avenue Armory, 643 Park Avenue, 212 616 3930, Thurs-Sat 11AM- 7PM, Sun 11AM- 6PM

April 6: Community Cookbook

It’s often you and your neighbors, rather than restaurants, that have the best recipes on the block. Accordingly, the Runcible Spoon is hosting a recipe swap in the form of a community cookbook event. Participants bring their recipes and food related inspirations and the Runcible Spoon will provide the rest. At night’s end, a crowd-sourced community cookbook will be made and available online for all to use. The Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, 8-10PM

April 6: Brews for Man’s Best Friend

Beer Advocate and Sixpoint are coming together for the third year to raise funds for man’s best friend. Proceeds from the sale of exclusively crafted brews and artisanal vegetarian fare will go towards benefitting the Humane Society of New York. The Bell House, 149 7th Ave, Brooklyn, 1PM

April 6: Pillows in the Park

This Saturday, pillows are the weapon of choice. Thousands will flock to Washington Square Park for the eighth annual NYC Pillow Fight fiesta. This lighthearted event is more than just fun, pillows that manage to escape the fight unscathed will be donated to homeless shelters and arts organizations that need them. Washington Square Park, West 4th Street to Waverly Place between MacDougal Street and University Place, 3PM

April 7: Oopa!

It’s Greek Independence Day and that means it’s time to break out the ouzo! Stix Mediterranean Grill will be breaking out the libations for an all day festival to celebrate the holiday. From 10AM-10PM all guests will receive a complimentary shot of the strong stuff as part of the festivities. Stix Mediterranean Grill, 112 East 23rd Street, 212 673 6666, 10AM- 10PM

April 8: Tap & Tapas

Enjoy tap performances and tapas tastings for a cause this Monday. Groove With Me, a non-profit that provides free after school dance classes and performance programs for those in need, is hosting their annual event at Studio 450. Professional dancers and celebrity chefs will be on board to make sure the evening goes off without a hitch. For full event info and to purchase tickets click here. Studio 450, 450 West 31st Street, 6:30PM, $175+

April 8: Crawfish Countdown

Crawfish season is upon us! To celebrate the tiny crustaceans Chelsea’s Willow Road is hosting a Low Country Crawfish boil that will feature crawfish along with other essential sides. For $20 diners get all they can eat, and for only $10 more all the Labatt’s they can drink. For reservations email: reservations@willowroadnyc.com. Willow Road, 85 10th Ave, 646 449 9280, $20, 11PM

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Mar 13 2013
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March 15-23: Asia in the USA

Asian art and culture will take to the New York City streets this week. For nine days, 65 museums, galleries, auction houses and cultural institutions will highlight works from the region, as well as host performances, panel discussions and more. Renowned domestic and international art dealers will also put various art on display for those interested, to buy. Full event info, locations and times can be found on Asia Week’s official site: asiaweekny.com.

March 16: The Other Football

While we know the sport as soccer here in the U.S.A. the rest of the world refers to the fast action game as football. This Saturday, New York’s very own major league MLS team will play their season opener with striker Thierry Henry and midfielder Tim Cahill ready to go. Positioned against bitter rivals, DC United, the game is promised to be an interesting one.  For tickets, click here. Red Bull Arena,  600 Cape May St, Harrison, NJ, 888 370 7287 

March 16: Because Everyone Has a Little Irish in Them

New York knows how to celebrate the luck of the Irish and the city does so every year with the annual St. Patty’s Day Parade. With over 200,000 participants expected to attend the 5th Avenue celebrations alone, the whole city will in festival mode. Fifth Avenue and 44th Street, 11 AM- whenever, celebrations across all boroughs 

March 17: Return of the Red Sauce

For those wanting to return to their Italian roots or just pretend like they are, Abboccato is launching “Return of the Red Sauce”, a three-course feast of homestyle specialties prepared just like your nonna used to make. The nostalgic meal costs just $45 with possible wine pairings available for $25 more. Abboccato, 136 West 55th Street, 212-265-4000, from 5PM, $45

March 18: The Meatpacking is Open

Every New Yorker knows the Meatpacking district offers some of the citys best shops and grub. During the Open Market event, the neighborhoods shops and and restaurants will open their doors for an evening of shopping, eating, drinking, music and more. The fundraiser will feature sample sales, auctions and giveaway promotions and food and drink are included in the ticket price so you can spend your money instead picking up some designer duds. Highline Stages, 441 West 14th Street, 7-11PM, $150

March 23-24: Big Cheesy

Just as the event names sounds, the 3rd annual Big Cheesy competition will bring together the city’s best grilled cheese sandwich makers for a weekend full of dairy delight. The $25 dollar tickets provides those in attendance will samples of all seven gooey renditions as well as the chance to pick the People’s Champs big cheese winner over the course of an hour. To purchase tickets click here. OPENHOUSE Mulberry, 201 Mulberry Street, Sat & Sun 12-7PM, $25

March 24: Chelsea by way of James

On Sunday, March 24th, the James Beard Foundation will host an incredible night of delectable Chelsea Market eats. Chefs from the markets various restaurants will share their kitchens with some the the country’s other best  spots to create a celebratory Sunday Supper meal. Not only will your stomach feel the benefits of this culinary ensemble,  but so will the Fulton Youth of the Future and Wellness in schools; all proceeds from the event (and $240) tickets will go towards the James Beard Fun in support of the above. For tickets and full event info, visit the James Beard Foundation’s official site. Chelsea Market, 75 Ninth Ave, 212 627 2308, 6 PM, $240

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Mar 01 2013
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pencil it in: spring fever

March 2-3: Veggies Here, Veggies There, Veggies Everywhere!

For those vegetarians who often feel they get the short end of the stick when it comes to food festivals, this one’s for you. The NYC Vegetarian Food Festival features the best in vegetarian fare from raw chocolate and coconut milk to sushi and more. Full event info, ticket purchase and a list of participating vendors can be found here. The Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th Street, 10AM- 5PM, $30

March 3: Closing Beers

New York City beer week is coming to an end and to celebrate the festivities of the past seven days with a closing party at Mario Batali’s beer centric space La Birreria. La Birreria at Eataly, 200 Fifth Ave, 212 937 8910, 12-4 PM, pay as you drink, reservations recommended 

March 4: A Taste of Home

The fourth annual Taste of Home event sponsored by NYC’s Housing Work’s will take place this Monday and feature the Food Network’s Alex Guarnaschelli, Tasting Table’sScott Hocker and honorary co-chairs Ted Allen and Ruth Reichl. Guests who attend will get to sample bites from some of the city’s best chefs and know that the proceeds from their nibbling will go to support Housing Works’ fight to end AIDS and homelessness. Housing Work’s Bookstore Cafe, 126 Crosby Street, 7-9 PM, $100-250, tickets can be purchased here; enter TT2013 to receive a $25 discount

March 4: Meaty Balls

Meatball Shop co-owner Daniel Holzman is holding a cooking class for those interested in making their own balls. Meatballs won’t be the only feature of this one night only cooking course, Holzman will also instruct on sides to match. The $95 tickets to the lesson can be purchased here. Mangia! De Gustibus Cooking School at Macys Herald Square, 151 West 34th, 8th Floor, 5:30-8PM

March 4-18: Japanese Restaurant (two) Weeks

The staple NYC event is getting an Asian twist. For two weeks this March, Japanese restaurants across the city will offer special deals to celebrate a culinary tour through the country.

March 5- 10: Art and Arms

The Armory Art Week is back in New York City for the 15th year. The world renowned event is both for the avid collector and casual viewer as well as everyone in between. Hundreds of galleries will come together to showcase thousands of works from around the world. For full event info or to purchase tickets, visit the shows official site. Multiple locations and times

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Feb 22 2013
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pencil it in: february’s last

February 22-23: Getting Jazzed

Renowned saxophonist Benny Golson and his quartet will be gracing Ginny’s Supper Club with their presence this weekend. They’ll play at 8 and 10 pm each night and standing room only tickets are just $30. Call 212 421 3821 for tickets, dinner reservations and seating options. Ginny Supper Club, 310 Lenox Ave., under Red Rooster Restaurant

February 22- March 3: Ode to Ale

New York City Beer Week is back, with hundreds of events throughout the city to celebrate our various brews. Hosted by the NYC’s Brewers Guild the second year of this annual festival is promised to kick beer’s profile in New York City into high gear. For a full schedule of events and locations visit the guild’s official site.

February 25: Warm Up Winter

Pork and beans are the perfect way to warm up your day and French cassoulet may be the best interpretation of the classic combination. Back Forty‘s “Cassoulet Festival” will celebrate five interpretations of the dish created by master chefs including Alex Raij of Txikito, Mike Laarhoven of Back Forty, Shanna Pacifico of Back Forty West, Nick Anderer of Maialino and Tom Mylan of the Meat Hook. A $65 ticket will get you access to the savory creations as well as beverages (extra $) and a donation to to New Amsterdam Market, and their artisanal produce project. Back Forty, 190 Avenue B #1, 212 388 1990, 6:30-9:30PM, $65

February 25: Charity Chicken

Fried chicken specialists Seersucker are hosting a fundraiser centered on the Southern dish. All proceeds raised during the three-course dinner event will go towards benefitting the P.S. 58 Kids’ Vegetable Garden. The price fixe menu is $50 and reservations to the event can be made here.  Seersucker, 329 Smith Street, Brooklyn, 718 422 0444,  6-10:30PM, $50

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Feb 15 2013
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February 16: An Italian Escape

Even if don’t have plans to take a trip this weekend, it’s not too late. This Saturday, Mario Batali’s bastian to all things Italian will whisk you away to the Northern Italian country side. The mega store’s cheesemonger will be hosting a one time cheese class, complete with wine pairings and condiments taking participants on a tour of the country’s best eats. The $75 all-inclusive tickets can be purchased by clicking here. La Scoula Grande at Eataly, 200 Fifth Ave, 212 539 0204 ext. 304., 2-3:30 PM, $75

February 17: A Year for the Snake

Though most of us celebrated New Years a few weeks back, The Chinese Lunar New Year is finally here. This weekend, Chinatown will toast to the Year of the Snake, with a street celebration featuring a parade, stunning visuals, engrossing performances and tantalizing treats. On and around Mott Street, 1 PM- until whenever 

February 21: Things are Looking Up

Distillers, farmers, bartenders and chefs form the base of Edible Manhattan’s fourth annual Goods Spirits event. Fueled by Tuthilltown Spirits Half Moon Orchard Gin, attendees are guaranteed to end the night riding high. For full event info and to purchase tickets to this event, visit Edible Manhattan’s official site. 82 Mercer Street, 6-9PM, $50-60 (use code TTEdible for a 30% discount!)

February 21-22: Malaysia in the Park

On Wednesday and Thursday Bryant Park will be transformed into the famous street hawker markets of Malaysia. New York City and the Tri-State area’s best Malaysian restaurants and food purveyors will come together under the parks large heated tents. The Malaysian Winter Market will feature a bevy of signature Malaysian dishes and foodstuffs that taste like they came straight from the homeland. Bryant Park, lunch 11:30-2:30PM & dinner 5:30-9PM or until sold out

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