Celebrity Hot Spot, The Shanghai At Hutong, Launches Bubbles & Bao Brunch

Annabella Pardo

Bubbles & Bao at The Shanghai will allow guests to enjoy a BAO-centric food menu and free-flowing—all-you-can-enjoy drink options. Indulge in the party atmosphere with New York City’s hottest DJs and live performances.

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The Northern Chinese Restaurant Hutong will host their weekly bottomless Brunch—Bubbles & Bao from noon to 5 p.m. in its luxurious lounge The Shanghai, with the last reservation being at 3pm, so guests have ample time to join in on all that Bubbles & Bao has to offer.

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With live beats from a DJ and percussionist, live entertainment and the tantalizing array for Hutong’s critically acclaimed dim sum, guests will be transported to an energetic mid-day party atmosphere, surrounded by New York’s most stylish and influential crowd.

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The chef-curated menu ($70 per person) features exclusive menu offerings that can only be found at Bubbles & Bao, such as the “Build Your Own Bao,” where guests create their own custom baos.

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Beverage upgrade options abound, the pick of the brunch is their top-tier bubbles package featuring bottomless champagne and cocktails for an additional $80 per person – adding an extra touch of indulgence to this unforgettable brunch experience.

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ABOUT HUTONG:

Originally born in Hong Kong in December 2003, Hutong is a contemporary Northern Chinese restaurant serving innovative and occasionally fiery cuisine with a special focus on seafood and vegetables. The restaurant takes its name from Peking's fast disappearing “hutongs,” the narrow lanes teeming with the capital city’s life. Hutong expanded to London in 2013 with a second location situated on Level 33 of Western Europe’s tallest building, The Shard. Hutong is part of Aqua Restaurant Group and was the fifth

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ABOUT AQUA RESTAURANT GROUP:

In 2000, Singapore-born David Yeo opened his first aqua restaurant in Hong Kong’s Soho district. Following aqua’s success—the restaurant was named in Conde Nast Traveler’s ‘100 Hottest Tables’ list - more restaurants followed in Hong Kong and then Beijing. Aqua Restaurant Group went international in 2009 with its first restaurant opening in London. In summer 2013, Aqua Restaurant Group simultaneously opened aqua shard and Hutong, with its unique Northern Chinese cuisine, on level 33 of The Shard, Europe’s tallest building. Today, Aqua Restaurant Group has 23 restaurants across Hong Kong, Beijing, London, and now New York City, embracing six different cuisines and delighting more than a million customers every year.

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Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala Returned to New York City

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Last night, the world’s largest student ballet scholarship competition - YOUTH AMERICA GRAND PRIX (YAGP) – returned to Lincoln Center, New York City for the first time since before the covid pandemic to present its 2023 Stars of Today Meets the Stars of Tomorrow Gala.

Photo via LK Studio and Jennifer Curry Wingrove , Christine Shevchenko and Jacopo Tissi

Supporters were welcomed back by YAGP Founder Larissa Saveliev and Board Chair Richard Osterweil as well as hosts Paul Arnhold, Elissa Brenner, Lili Buffett, Grace Fuller Marroquin, Wes Gordon, Alyson Gradone, Rebecca Hessel Cohen, Sarah Hoover, Lilli Hymowitz, Marcella Hymowitz, Eve Jobs, Lindsay Kraus, Candice Miller, Colby Mugrabi, Grace Pomeranc, Indre Rockefeller, Daniela Tisch, Virginia W. Tomenson, Lesley Vecsler, and Lina Wallach.

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YAGP Board Member and Gala Host, Marcella Hymowitz, shared, "Sometimes dance can LITERALLY save lives. Since February 2021, Youth America Grand Prix has worked tirelessly to find new dance homes for Ukrainian students displaced by war. One of them – 16-year-old Nikita Malaki - performed here at Lincoln Center tonight. Nikita is one of 200 Ukrainian dancers whom YAGP placed on scholarship at leading dance schools in Europe and the United States – giving them a chance to continue living and practicing their art in safety. YAGP wishes a heartfelt 'thank you' to the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, whose generous support has made it possible for YAGP to continue doing this important work." 16-year-old Nikita now trains at The Rock School for Dance Education in Philadelphia. He performed Gounod Duet with schoolmate Jade Conner.

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Guests include YAGP Board Members John Beukelman, Barbara Brandt, Sergey Gordeev, Gabriel Hoffman, Carrie and Jonathan Kaufman, Kamie Lightburn, as well as Kara Acker, Maria Cristina Anzola, Sarah Arison, Mollie Acquavella, Ashley Bouder, J Alex Brinson, Linda and Martin Fell, Amy Fine Collins, Luiza and Steve Gold, Judith Hoffman, Breanna Khoury, Molly Knauer, Allie and Will Kopelman, Beejan Land,  Dylan Lauren, Allie Meixner, Andrew Martin-Weber, Michaela Moinian, Alberto Mugrabi, Wendi Murdoch, Taylor Olson, Samantha Pariente, Karine Plantadit, Jason Pomeranc, Scott Sartiano, Mariel Sholem, Gabe Stone Shayer, Allyson Tang, Barbara Tober, Tal Waksal, Yael and Oded Weiss, Hal Witt, and Christian Zimmermann.

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The Gala kicked off YAGP’s 25th Anniversary season, with a program that featured the World Premiere of Reflective Response #1, danced by Michaela Mabinty DePrince*, choreographed by My’Kal Stromile, both from Boston Ballet. Accompanying the piece was 15-year-old prodigy singer Paloma Dineli Chesky and Grammy Award-nominated pianist David Chesky, performing live.

Photo via LK Studio and Jennifer Curry Wingrove , Christine Shevchenko and Jacopo Tissi

Jacopo Tissi (La Scala Ballet) danced the U.S. Premiere of a solo excerpt from the ballet, The Ninth Wave, choreographed by Bryan Arias. Tissi also danced Le Corsaire Act II pas de deux with Christine Shevchenko* (American Ballet Theatre). Jun Masuda* (Tulsa Ballet) and Shale Wagman* (Bavarian State Ballet, New York debut), danced the U.S. Premiere of Hungarian Dances, and Wagman joined Evelina Godunova (Berlin State Ballet, New York debut) for a pas de deux from Flames of Paris. Tiler Peck (New York City Ballet) and Roman Mejia (New York City Ballet) performed a pas de deux from George Balanchine’s Tarantella, Constantine Allen* (Dutch National Ballet) performed 5 Tango’s choreographed by the legendary Hans van Manen, and Chloe Misseldine* (American Ballet Theatre) performed William Tell. Claudia Mota and Allen performed the iconic pas de deux from Le Parc by Angelin Prejlocaj.

Photo via LK Studio and Jennifer Curry Wingrove, Memoir Performance

Israeli choreographers, Ohad Naharin and Sharon Eyal, presented rarely seen works performed by YAGP International Contemporary Dance Ensemble (ICE), made up of 35 dancers, spanning 15 countries. Dancers from around the world auditioned for ICE, then flew to Israel in December 2022 to rehearse with the ballet masters. 18 dancers from the ensemble performed excerpts from OCD Love and Decadance at the Gala.

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Sharing a stage with these ballet superstars were YAGP’s 2023 competition winners (stars of tomorrow), dancing contemporary and classical ballet favorites. These talented young dancers (ages 9 - 19) danced in front of top ballet school directors and company heads in hopes of scholarships and job opportunities.

Photo via LK Studio and Jennifer Curry Wingrove , Decadance Performance

This season over 15,000 talented young dancers auditioned for YAGP around the globe and in 23 U.S. cities. At the Finals, YAGP awarded over $500,000 in scholarships to 300+ dancers to attend over 40 of the best dance institutions across the globe! In addition to scholarships, more than 30 YAGP participants have already received professional contract offers, with more to come in the weeks following the competition.

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COYA Brought Peruvian Flair Exclusively To ZUMA

Annabella Pardo

During international Peruvian restaurant, COYA, hosted an exclusive pop-up in Zuma New York. The activation had taken over Zuma’s second floor bar, bringing COYA’s signature bar food, pisco sours and Ritual, the concept’s beloved weekly tribal music takeover by COYA Music, to New York City’s contemporary Japanese restaurant in Midtown Manhattan.

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Inspired by Peru’s rich culture and flavorful eats, the pop-up offered a menu of COYA favorites including dishes such as atún chifa ceviche made with yellowtail tuna, soy, sesame seeds and spring onions; salmon tacos made with salmon, aji Amarillio, chives and cream cheese; and croquetas de lubina with Chilean sea bass, miso and spicy mayo.

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Drink choices included COYA’s famed pisco sours,; chilcano with 1615 Pisco Quebranta, lime, ginger ale and angostura bitters; aji margarita featuring jalapeño infused tequila, lime, agave and avocado and green apple puree; and apricot mezcal negroni made with Del Maguey Vida mezcal, Cynar and apricot antica formula. For a non-alcoholic choice, guests found the chicha mejorada mocktail on the menu, made with purple corn, pineapple, cloves, vanilla and palo santo.

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As part of the pop-up, COYA hosted its renowned multidimensional musical experience to New York City with COYA Ritual nights on Thursday, November 18th, as seen at COYA Mayfair, London and Dubai. The ritual nights brought melodic techno music, dancing and cocktails together with inspiration from Aztec culture to instantly transport guests from Manhattan to the vibrant tribal festivals of Peru. Creating a divine, magical space unlike anything other, guests heard music from COYA’s own music label, with beats from past Ritual DJs, including Laolu, Sparrow & Barbossa, FNX Omar and Diass. Nightly music at COYA at Zuma was overseen by Stephane Petit, COYA’s own global music director.

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Zuma is located at 261 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016.   

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Mediterranean Dining Sensation, HaSalon Welcomes Guests In NYC

Annabella Pardo

With much anticipation and excitement, the hit dining sensation HaSalon NYC has re-opened its doors this October, and offers guests avant-garde dishes and a collaborative party atmosphere.

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With an interactive open kitchen offering a visual and culinary feast for the palate and the eyes, the party that every New Yorker wanted to be invited to is back. HaSalon is continuing its traditions of an evolving menu changing nightly filled with surprises and culinary delights.

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“We are so happy to re-open HaSalon NYC with enhanced safety measures and providing a food experience like no other” said Mika Ziv, General Manager of HaSalon NYC. “ With Chef Eyal Shani and our restaurant team, we are ready to welcome back our New York community for a wild dining experience to be enjoyed with great company.”

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Celebrating the riches of the Mediterranean land and sea, HaSalon NYC brings together Chef Eyal Shani’s distinctive culinary creativity and the finest international cuisines. Using pure ingredients of exceptional quality, sourced locally wherever possible, this fun and energetic dining experience reflects the spirit and tastes of both its origins and its return to New York.

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Often described as a founding father of modern Israeli cuisine, Chef Shani was one of the first chefs from Israel to de-construct the essence and spirit of the nation’s food. Self-taught, Chef Shani is now the owner of 29 restaurants worldwide, a Master Chef judge, and global ambassador for Israeli cuisine.

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The restaurant offers two seatings per evening by reservation only. The first seating is tranquil, offering the same exciting menu and interactive experiences but more quiet and low-key. As the evening progresses, the dining room transforms into a high-energy setting – more upbeat, vibrant and alive.

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HaSalon will be open three nights a week, Thursday through Saturday, with two seatings starting at 5:30 pm. Reservations can be made via Resy. For private dining options, please email contact@hasalonnyc.com.

HaSalon is located in Hell’s Kitchen at 735 10th Avenue. 

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From Paris to NY, Dine At The Famed Buddha-Bar Restaurant

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Traveling to Paris this Summer is now as exciting as dining in the new Buddha-Bar Restaurant New York, an outpost of the original in Paris. Opened July 13, the Pan-Asian cuisine restaurant sits in the heart of New York’s TriBeCa neighborhood featuring a modern take on the classic Buddha-Bar menu, breathtaking interior design and famed Buddha-Bar music and energy.

The menu for Buddha-Bar Restaurant New York is led by Executive Chef Andrew Riccatelli, who has held former leadership positions with Jean-Georges, Bobby Flay, Bagatelle and most recently David Burke, and feature modern takes on dishes from the robata grill, fresh sashimi, finely curated maki rolls, and Thai-inspired curries, among other signature and new dishes including A5 Miyazaki wagyu ribeye with crispy rice, soy emulsion, and garlic chips, and whole roasted cauliflower with black bean-chili oil, peanut and mint.

The restaurant sits within a historic landmarked building in a vaulted two-story space with meticulous, opulent modern design perfectly aligned with the rustic beams and bricks of the original structure. The custom, more than 16-foot, glass-hewn Buddha sculpture is a striking centerpiece and brand hallmark, and in this instance has been created with custom projections and digital art – creating an artistic focal point and adding to the unique Buddha-Bar ambience and vibe. The restaurant’s interiors feature fully custom décor and furnishings commissioned from Milan-based Laura Meroni, as well as custom-designed large-scale metal pendant lights that hang in the main dining room. 

“New York is the capital of the world, and New York deserves to have a restaurant like this. We spent more than six years searching for the right space, and more than five years building out the space, and we are thrilled to be opening the doors of Buddha-Bar Restaurant New York,” Stefan Stefanov, Managing Director, said about the opening.

Buddha-Bar Restaurant New York is open for nightly dinner, with brunch service to follow. For hours, reservations or more information, call (212) 256-0360 or visit buddhabarnewyork.com. Buddha-Bar New York is located at 62 Thomas Street, between West Broadway and Church Streets. 

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Visiting NYC this Winter? Here's How to Avoid Getting Sick

When traveling on vacation, your chances of getting sick increase. Being in a new environment surrounded by lots more people can expose you to more bacteria and germs. People in the United States get approximately one billion colds every year. If you don’t have a plan of attack, you could end up spending your vacation time cooped up in bed rather than exploring all the sights. Here are ten tips on how to avoid getting sick when visiting New York City this winter.

Be Careful What You Eat

New York City is a food mecca of gourmet cuisines and street vendors. If you overeat, you will wind up getting sick and not be able to truly enjoy your vacation. Be wary of street vendors. You don’t know how fresh the food is. If it’s been sitting out all day, you could get food poisoning and end up spending your time in the emergency room.

Do your best to eat like you would if you were at home. Avoid junk food that doesn’t provide you with the nutrients you need to stay healthy. Limit the introduction of new foods that you have never tried before so that your body can have time to get used to it.

Get More Rest

Just because NYC boasts itself as the city that never sleeps, it’s not a good idea for you to adopt the same philosophy. Your body needs at least 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night to function properly. You’ll help boost your immune system to fight germs and bacteria from getting you sick. The city can be a bit noisy at night which can keep you awake if you’re sensitive to noise. Consider investing in earplugs, sleep medication, or a sound machine to help you drown out all the bustling activity.

Practice Proper Hand Washing

Wash your hands frequently using plenty of soap and water, especially after meals and trips to the restroom. Dry off your hands with paper towels or a high-speed Dyson hand dryer to avoid spreading germs back onto your hands. Use hand sanitizer when you don’t have access to soap and water. If you are visiting family members who have small children, you may want to consider washing and sanitizing your hands more often. Approximately 87% of five-year-olds are enrolled in pre-primary programs in the United States. If your nieces, nephews, and cousins are a part of that population, they could be carrying tons of bacteria from school.

Drink More Water

Keeping hydrated by drinking plenty of water can help prevent you from becoming sick. Since our body is made up of mostly water, it’s important to replenish our organs to keep them functioning properly. Carry bottled water with you at all times to help you avoid the risk of developing diarrhea from drinking tap water that carries bacteria you aren’t used to.

Take Supplements

Taking vitamin and mineral supplements can help prevent you from getting sick. Vitamins A, C, and D can boost your immune system. Probiotics can reduce the number of bacteria that can cause illness from wreaking havoc. Adding supplements to a healthy diet rich in fiber will give your stomach the ability to fight off unhealthy bacteria so you can spend more time enjoying your new experiences.

Get Your Flu Shot

According to the CDC, there have been at least 710,000M flu-related hospitalizations since 2010. One of the best ways to avoid getting sick is to prevent it from happening in the first place. Before going to New York City, make an appointment with your doctor for a checkup and to get your flu shot and any other necessary vaccinations.

Protect Your Eyes

To avoid getting sick, do your best to keep your hands away from your face, especially your eyes. This will help prevent germs on any surfaces you touch from entering your body. If you must touch your face for any reason, use facial tissues to provide a barrier.

Avoid Alcohol and Cigarettes

Drinking and smoking can both cause dehydration, which increases your chances of getting sick. Cigarettes can make your cold and flu symptoms last even longer. Alcohol can also prevent you from getting a good night’s sleep, which can weaken your immune system. Eliminating these two activities can help keep you healthier so you can focus on enjoying your stay.

Don’t Forget Your Exercise Routine

Just because you are on vacation doesn’t mean you can skimp on your workouts. Exercise can help prevent respiratory tract infections from developing as well as shortening their duration. Keep your exercise routine the same as if you were home. If you don’t normally exercise, do as much walking around the city as possible while you are on vacation. Not only will you be able to better take in the sights, but you’ll keep yourself healthier as well!

Keep Insurance Documents Handy

If you do need to go to the hospital or urgent care center because you’re sick, you’ll want to keep your health insurance documents handy in a safe place where you won’t lose them. The Gartner Group estimates that around 15% of all paper documents get misplaced and 7.5% of them get lost completely. When you are on vacation, you can easily forget where you put your health insurance cards. Designate a specific place for these documents where you can easily access them if you need them.

Before you travel, it’s a good idea to check with your insurance company about what providers in New York City are covered under your plan. Make a list of contact information for these providers and keep it in your smartphone for easy access. That way, you can seek treatment and shorten the duration of your illness should you get sick during your visit.

You’ve probably looked forward to this trip for a long time now. Getting sick would ruin all your fun plans and you definitely don’t want that. If you can keep yourself protected, you can truly enjoy everything the Big Apple has to offer. Following these ten tips will help you avoid getting sick when visiting New York City this winter.

NYC Construction Sites Hit With Surprise Inspections

Recently, thousands of construction sites across New York City have been hit with a series of surprise inspections. Officials claim that this sudden crackdown is designed to promote accountability and safety within the notoriously dangerous construction industry in NYC. As of writing, more than 11,000 violations have been documented, with the number only continuing to grow. Urgent care centers in the U.S. clock about three visits per hour, with more than 50 per day, many of which are injuries common on construction sites. The trouble is, in NYC, these sites have apparently been becoming increasingly dangerous. Inspections are likely to continue for the foreseeable future as a preventive measure to protect construction workers.

Construction industry dangers continue

Historically, the construction industry has been successful yet dangerous. As it stands, the construction equipment industry is expected to grow 12% from 2016 to 2026. This growth, unfortunately, comes at a cost - many construction sites frequently fail to meet regulatory safety standards that are put in place both for the protection of workers and those in future buildings. As a result, injuries have become commonplace in the industry. Approximately 31 million injuries that require medical attention occur every year in the United States. Construction injuries in New York City alone soared by 61% to reach 761 last year. Meanwhile, the number of construction fatalities on the job has remained constant over the past twelve years. There may be more than 6,200 hospitals around the country, but they’d like to see fewer injuries. As would people working in construction. Thus, accountability is essential.

Ongoing inspections increase oversight

In response to the growing number of injuries, New York City is increasing the rate at which it conducts inspections of ongoing construction. According to one poll, only two in 10 workers believe their managers are encouraging them to do their best work. Polls like that raise alarms and shoddy work bring inspections, especially in the construction industry. While previously inspections were only conducted upon request for scheduled visits or in response to complaints, random inspections are now revealing more gross neglect of regulations. So far, more than 11,000 violations have been documented on construction sites, with the number only growing as more inspections are conducted. In addition to the 11,000 violations, more than 2,000 construction sites have been fully shut down at least temporarily until adjustments have been made to guarantee worker safety. This is one of the first continued proactive protection measures the city has conducted for construction sites in recent decades and is also one of the most widespread.

Preventing future injuries and damage

With the proactive inspections continuing, officials say the results look promising. As more violations are caught and documented, more workers will be protected from future injury while on the job. Additionally, the changing precedent means more construction sites are likely to be consistently safe; with surprise inspections, consistently following regulations becomes more important. Ideally, the frequent inspections of construction sites will have a positive impact on working conditions for construction workers, though the long-term results remain to be seen.

New Yorkers Crawled Down Manhattan Streets Last Weekend In The Name Of Art

New York City has been home to the weird and the wonderful for centuries. Over this past weekend, residents of the big apple continued their propensity for strangeness by crawling down the streets of Manhattan. What exactly could entice masses of people to get down on all fours and drag themselves through the -- probably grimy -- streets of NYC's bustling central borough? Art, of course.

Veteran "crawl artist" Pope.L created this performance piece as a commentary on physical privilege. Nearly 150 New Yorkers crawled along a route that stretched one and a half miles from the Cpl. John A. Seravalli Playground in the West Village to the south steps in Union Square Park. The participants were split into five relay groups, which each covered a 25-block section of the designated path.

Each person in the crawl was chosen as a representation of the diversity of New York City. The relay groups included participants of varying ages, genders, races, socioeconomic statuses, and physical abilities. The diversity in ability and age was especially relevant to the message of the piece, as an estimated 20% of the U.S. population will be over the age of 65 by 2030 and will have vastly different mobility needs at the age of 67 than they do at 27. The relay structure of the piece was meant to emphasize the interconnectedness of all humans, no matter how different they may seem on the outside.

Pope.L has been organizing crawls in New York City and elsewhere in the United States since the 1970s, but this was the performance artist's largest and most ambitious project yet. Titled Conquest, the crawl was part of a singular concept that includes a trio of complementary exhibitions that will be shown at the Whitney Museum and the Museum of Modern Art in October.

On Saturday, Sept 21, the crawlers were given a few props to further the symbolism of the event. As they dodged the street germs that could have given them one of the 1 billion colds Americans get every year, participants also had to hold a flashlight and blindfold. They could crawl in any style that suited them and their ability level, whether it was a military crawl, on their hands and knees, or any other variation. No matter the exact stance, each crawler only wore one shoe to emphasize each of their personal struggles.

"People who are forced to give up their verticality are prey to all kinds of dangers. But, let us imagine a person who has a job, possesses the means to remain vertical, but chooses to momentarily give up that verticality? To undergo that threat to his/her bodily/spiritual categories—that person would learn something," said Pope.L.

As another element of the event, a perfumer followed each relay group to scent the air with a mix of teakwood and tobacco. The event's press release said that the perfuming was meant to add to the absurdity and theatricality of the performance. A sweeper led the procession, although this was likely for safety over performativity.

At the finish line, Pope.L hugged each crawler as they ended their journey in front of the historic bronze statue of George Washington on a horse. The last to get to the end drenched Pope.L with several bottles of faux Flint, Michigan water. The U.S. economy loses over $9 billion every year due to pipeline corrosion. Tens of thousands of people across the country have been left without access to clean water due to this corrosion and lead contamination. As the first major city to have one of these water crises, the Flint water was meant to reference all those who are still struggling without clean drinking water.

Even in a city where the strange happens every day, seeing masses of people crawling their way down the streets of lower Manhattan was certainly a sight to see. As Pope.L seems to have no intention of ending his legacy of performance art charged with social justice, keep your eyes peeled for his next event in New York City.

Step Inside This Carriage House Formerly Owned By The Vanderbilts

The stretch of 73rd Street between Lexington and Third Avenues showcases some of New York's most notable architecture in the form of rare historic carriage homes built for wealthy families in the early 20th century. One of the most distinctive of these carriage homes – 167 East 73rd Street – has come to market, offering prospective buyers a unique approximately 5,000 SF canvas in one of Manhattan's most coveted neighborhoods.

167 East 73rd and its twin building, No. 165, were constructed between 1903 and 1904 by architect George L. Amoroux at the behest of prominent New York businessman Henry Harper Benedict, the president of the Remington Typewriter Co. and a founder of the typewriter industry in America. 

According to the 1980 Landmark Designation Report:

“The carriage house at No. 167 is a component of the rare surviving group of carriage houses, stables and garages built on East 73rd Street between Lexington and Third Avenues to serve the wealthy families who lived on or near Fifth Avenue. Stables were a necessity of life during the period when private urban transportation was limited to horses and carriages. Only the very wealthy, however, could afford to build and maintain a private carriage house such as those found on this street.”

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The carriage house’s subsequent owners have included the philanthropist Emily Thorn Vanderbilt Sloane White – daughter of William Henry Vanderbilt and aunt of Whitney Museum founder Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney – as well as an art gallery, an antique dealer, and the studio of famed graphic designer and photographer Henry Wolf.  Most recently, it has been owned by the Vilcek Foundation and by the Laurie M. Tisch Illumination Fund.

"The block has such a rich history and character, and the building is extraordinary," said Rick Luftglass, Executive Director of the Laurie M. Tisch Illumination Fund.

The carriage house retains details of the 19th century limestone Beaux-Arts façade, but the inside has been completely transformed into a modern, elegant space. The parlor floor boasts 13' ceilings and is drenched in sunlight through the large windows leading to the rear balcony. The basement and parlor floors are facilitated as superlative commercial space, ideal for an art gallery or offices. In addition to the two residential apartments on the top floors, the third floor offers two massive terraces with approximately 1,400 SF of outdoor living space overlooking the beautiful historic block.

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There are two entrances, one from the large carriage house doors and another from the side door into the vestibule, allowing for optimal privacy between the office and residential spaces. Overall, the home includes 15 rooms -- 4 kitchens, 3 full baths, 3 half-baths, and 3 bedrooms.

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The $21.75 million carriage house is the co-exclusive of Cindy Kurtin and Jill Bernard of Stribling & Associates, and Jed Garfield of Leslie Garfield & Co.

Step Inside this $23,500,000 Greenwhich Village Townhouse

In the heart of Greenwich Village, one of Manhattan’s most sought-after areas, this 6 bedroom, 7.5 bathroom home offers 5 stories plus a finished cellar. Located at 14 East 11th Street has come to market for $23.5M with a luxurious new look staged and designed by IMG.

Never lived in, the restored home is completely turn-key and ready for immediate occupancy.

 A serene private garden (1,200sq ft) designed by Ed Hollander Landscape Design, complete with a large Ginko tree and automated irrigation system, provides the ultimate indoor-outdoor experience through a wall of industrial-chic steel and glass doors on the garden level.

Amenities include expansive entertaining rooms, home gym, private screening room, play room (or impressive wine cellar), an elevator, state-of-the-art Savant System for seamless control of the home’s 10-zone central AC, lighting, audio-visual and security components. There are 2 fire places and each floor offers laundry.

Top-of-the-line appliances are in the expansive custom-designed gourmet kitchen and include a six-burner Wolf range with vented hood, SubZero refrigerator and freezer, Miele dishwashers and steam oven.

Limestone, marble wood, glass and herringbone are the luxurious materials throughout the home.

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Douglas Elliman’s Lauren Muss, Michael Passaro and Holly Parker are the listing agents

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Top Open Houses This Weekend

Tribeca

WHERE: 311 Greenwich St Apt: 2GH New York NY 10013

SIZE: 3 bed, 2 baths 1450 sqft

COST: $2,495,000

WHEN: Sunday by appointment only

ABOUT: This well laid out 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home blends an open floorplan. The expansive living and dining area flows into an updated kitchen with granite countertops, two separate cook stations, a built-in water filtration system, and a suite of stainless steel appliances. The master bedroom possesses a series of custom built-ins that include cabinets, a queen-sized bed frame, and a walk-in California closet. Other features of the home include brand new windows and a stacked washer/dryer.

311 Greenwich is an 11-story, 81 unit condominium in Tribeca. Conveniently located nearby Whole Foods, Washington Market Park, Target, and a number of local trendy restaurants, cafes, and shops. The building comes with a full-time doorman, an elevator, a landscaped rooftop deck, a bike room, a fitness room, and a live-in super. Nearby subway lines include the 1/2/3/A/C. Pets Allowed.

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Upper West Side

WHERE: 1 West End Avenue Apt. 23F

SIZE: 4 bed, 4.5 baths 2,836 sqft

COST: $6,350,000

WHEN: 4/22 &4/23 1-3pm 

ABOUT:  An elegant walnut door and bronze newspaper box greet you as you enter this remarkable residence featuring four bedrooms, four baths and a powder room. This spacious 2,836 SF home is outfitted with walnut wide plank floors, floor-to-ceiling windows and custom finishes throughout. A generous corner living room with southern and western exposures offers extraordinary natural light. 

Heated Bianco Dolomiti marble floors, brushed limestone walls and a marble slab countertop adorn the tranquil five-fixture master bathroom. Recessed medicine cabinets with LED lighting, Zuma soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower and Dornbracht fixtures add to the resort-inspired experience.

The secondary bathrooms contain Opal White marble floors and walls, custom-stained oak vanity with a Lacava countertop and Dornbracht fixtures throughout.

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Gramercy Park

WHERE: 234 East 23rd Street, #Sky Duplex

SIZE: 5 bed, 5.5 baths 4,135 sqft

COST: $11,250,,000

WHEN: Sunday, April 23, 12:00PM - 1:00PM

ABOUT: The unique open layout kitchen was custom designed with functionality top of mind. A moveable island, open stainless steel shelving, pantry storage and Quartzite work surfaces surround professional grade appliances by Sub-Zero, Bertazzoni and Bosch. Tucked off the kitchen hallway, there is a media area and guest bedroom suite complete with ensuite bath offering privacy in addition to tremendous southern light.

The master bedroom occupies the entire southeast corner of the 16th floor. The master bath is a serene space outfitted with a windowed walk-in closet and bordered by a gorgeous, landscaped, south-facing terrace. Here you'll find two ensuite baths one with an elegant shower surrounded with framed casement glazing that mirror the building's industrial window theme and one with a deep soaking tub. 

Downstairs lies a full entertainment/guest suite with a second full kitchen as well as three well-appointed bedrooms, two full marble bathrooms and a laundry room with Bosch washer-dryer. A large storage unit is also included with this stunning residence in the clouds.

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