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Exploring The Upper West Side

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Featured, Shopping

UWS Adds New Licensed Cannabis Dispensary

Legal cannabis dispensaries in Manhattan offer a modern and safe environment for both new and experienced consumers. These state-licensed shops provide a selection of lab-tested cannabis products, including premium flower,…

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July 29, 2025
Community, Featured, Shopping

Best Manhattan Independent Book Stores on the UWS

You might have wondered recently what’s going on with the independent bookstores in your neighborhood. According to people who follow these things, the end of the nineties and early 2000’s…

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March 3, 2025
Featured, Hidden Treasures

5 Highly Ranked Hotels on the Upper West Side

The Upper West Side of Manhattan is a neighborhood that effortlessly blends old New York charm with contemporary sophistication. Its leafy avenues, proximity to Central Park, and vibrant cultural scene…

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June 29, 2025
Featured, Shopping

Fifth New Dispensary Opens on the UWS

The fifth licensed dispensary to open on the Upper West Side is The Sanctuary Garden. Located at 2610 Broadway between 98th and 99th Streets, The Sanctuary Garden welcomed its first customers…

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September 14, 2025
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Belvedere Castle Central Park: A Historic New York City Landmark”

Belvedere Castle in Central Park is a historic, picturesque structure that stands atop Vista Rock, offering some of the most stunning views in New York City. Designed by Calvert Vaux…

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October 3, 2025
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    7 of The Best Romantic Restaurants on the Upper West Side

    Amanda Ward / February 5, 2024 / 0 Comments

    Looking for a romantic restaurant on Manhattan’s Upper West Side? Among the favorites of locals are some well-established eateries that have stood the test of time. On W. 67th Street you will find…

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    The Best Brunch Spots on the Upper West Side

    Desmond Walker / January 10, 2024 / 0 Comments

    Along with its beautiful brownstone blocks and vibrant cultural scene, the Upper West Side is also a brunch lover’s paradise. With edible treats and temptations everywhere, there’s lots to consider before embarking on…

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    The Magic of The Levain Bakery

    Eric Young / January 3, 2024 / 1 Comment

    The Upper West Side is home to Levain Bakery, famous for its freshly baked and hefty cookies. These incomparable treats are known for being crisp on the outside and melt in your mouth…

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    10 Ultimate Celebrity Restaurants on the Upper West Side

    Eric Young / December 20, 2023 / 0 Comments

    Celebrity sightings are inherently unpredictable, and there is no guaranteed formula for encountering a celebrity at a restaurant. If you’re hoping for a celebrity sighting, choosing a popular spot in a celebrity-heavy location…

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    11 Iconic West End Avenue, New York City Buildings

    Desmond Walker / December 14, 2023 / 1 Comment

    West End Avenue from W. 70th Street north to W. 107th Street, has always been considered a prominent avenue in New York City. The avenue went through two phases of growth. From 1885-1900,…

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    The Best UWS Things To Do On a Rainy Day

    Amanda Ward / December 5, 2023 / 0 Comments

    When visiting New York you just might find days where the weather is uncooperative. Typically, New York City has 119 days of precipitation annually, so it makes it sensible to have a list…

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    8 New Michelin Stars Awarded to New York Restaurants

    Desmond Walker / November 15, 2023 / 0 Comments

    The Michelin Guide recently awarded new Michelin stars for 2023. New York City has over 25,000 restaurants serving 8 million inhabitants and is home to over 400 Michelin-star restaurants. Eight restaurants across the…

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    Best Holiday Things To Do On The Upper West Side

    Amanda Ward / October 26, 2023 / 0 Comments

    If you’re wondering whether the holiday season seems to start earlier with each passing year, you’re not alone. There are early deals in brick-and-mortar stores, and packages on stoops everywhere. The holiday season…

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    Celebrate The Lunar New Year at an Upper West Side Restaurant

    Amanda Ward / October 23, 2023 / 0 Comments

    The Chinese New Year, sometimes known as the Lunar New Year, generally falls somewhere between late January and mid-February.  In 2024, Saturday, February 10th starts the Chinese New Year and with that, a…

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    Spotlight on…The Secret Garden On The Upper West Side

    Eric Young / October 18, 2023 / 0 Comments

    Tucked away on the roof of a very ordinary parking garage on 97th Street, between Broadway & West End, is something extraordinary. It’s called The Lotus Garden. Hiding in plain sight is this…

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