Brooklyn has many boutiques lining its streets, as well as major brands. However, Park Slope is the spot to go to for impressive vintage shops and designer stores. Start at the Flatbush and walk south. This area is also full of top-rated restaurants and cafes, which makes it a great spot to help you recover ... [read more]
Maison Premiere
Enjoy a quiet evening sipping absinthe cocktails in Williamsburg’s Maison Premiere. Maison Premiere's New Orlean's inspired style decor is a step into the past with fresh Brooklyn twist of selections. When it is warmer outside, dining under the vines in the garden is a lovely experience. $1 oysters and ... [read more]
Pok Pok Phat Thai
Pok Pok Phat Thai has a small menu designed around noodles. Try the Hoi Thawt; a broken crepe with freshly steamed mussels. This dish is a staple in Thai night markets and here, it is just as authentic. It is no secret that the Thai's love their noodles and Pok Pok is a small, upscale noodle shop that harkens ... [read more]
The Levee
The Levee in Brooklyn sells beers with a shot for only $5. The atmosphere is great, you even get free bowls of cheese balls, and there are a few arcade games you can try your hand at. For the ladies try a $7 Gatargarita, a margarita made from a Gatorade in a pint glass. It’s happy hour every hour! Photo ... [read more]
Egg
Egg is a modern and casual cafe perfect for breakfast in Brooklyn. There is usually a queue as this is a local favorite but if you get there early you shouldn't have to wait to long. The restaurant is very light and airy and the fact you can draw on the tablecloth (they give you crayons) makes for a really ... [read more]
Samurai Mama
Samurai Mama specializes in Japanese food focusing on creating Udon soup. With large sharing tables up front and intimate tables towards the back, this Williamsburg restaurant has you covered for any occasion. The dark wood and dim lighting make for romantic yet relaxed setting. I recommend trying the sushi ... [read more]
Barclays Center
See a game, show or concert at the Barclays Center; whether you're into basketball or Frozen On Ice the Barclays Center has you covered. They put on great productions and seeing the Nets play is one heck of Brooklyn experience. Photo Credit: ©Barclay Center Brooklyn ... [read more]
Brooklyn Flea Market
The Brooklyn Flea Market moves indoors in the winter, the Location this year is in Crown Heights at 1000 Dean Street (btw. Classon + Franklin) and runs from November until March. The flea brings together makers and seller from all around New York if you are looking for something unique this is the place to ... [read more]
Tea Lounge
Brooklyn's Tea Lounge has a great daily happy hour (3pm-8pm) where all the main drinks are $4.00. Tea Lounge also features free performances, such as punk shows and kiddie shows, and they offer a full coffee bar, in case you are with folks that don't drink. The Dark & Stormy mixes rum and ginger beer. It ... [read more]
