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Super Bowl Events & Specials

Monday, January 30th, 2012

Okay, we aren’t getting ahead of ourselves at all. And yes, we are anxious to host another parade in the Canyon of Heroes. For now, we’ll simply provide our die-hard New York Giants fans with a field of options to celebrate Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, February 5th.  We’ve started the list with a few places and specials. But check back as the game day approaches to learn even more ways to kick off your festivities

Crumbs Bakeshop
87 Beaver Street | 40 Broad Street | www.crumbs.com

Score points with your taste buds and friends by picking up some delicious football cupcakes from Crumbs Bakeshop. Now with two locations in Lower Manhattan at 87 Beaver Street and at 40 Broad Street, it’s even easier to indulge in Crumbs’ Super Bowl Party Mix.

The Porterhouse at Fraunces Tavern
58 Pearl Street | www.frauncestavern.com

The Porterhouse at Fraunces Tavern is offering a $50 per person open bar and buffet ($40 if booked before January 29).  Fraunces will be broadcasting the big game on its 80 inch projector screen with surround sound.  Prizes and giveaways at the end of each quarter!

Mad Dog & Beans
83 Pearl Street | www.maddogandbeans.com

Mad Dog & Beans is offering a Super Bowl Package for $50 per person that includes a bucket of six Mexican beers, unlimited Mexican nachos and hot wings.  Join in on the taco-eating contest at halftime to win a $100 gift card!

Ryan Maguire’s Ale House
28 Cliff Street | www.ryanmaguiresalehouse.com

Enjoy the Super Bowl at Ryan Maguire’s with a pitcher and wings for only $15!  Additional drink promotions will be available throughout the game along with giveaways.

SamSara Cafe
277 Water Street | www.samsaracafe.com

SamSara has a 100″ video wall with surround sound so book your private party for the Super Bowl.  All you need is 20+ people and the restaurant is yours!  SamSara will be serving its regular menu along with some of the Chef’s special wings and Happy Hour pricing on well drinks and draft beer until halftime.

2 West
2 West Street | www.ritzcarlton.com

2 West at the Ritz Carlton Battery Park has two large, flat-screen TVs that will be broadcasting the championship game while Executive Chef James Dangler prepares a delicious menu that includes wings, sliders, nachos, chili, baked potatos, calamari and more along with beer bucket specials.

Guests who want to experience the Super Bowl from the comfort of a suite at the Ritz Carlton Battery Park can book the Super Bowl Package, which includes an overnight stay in a Liberty suite, tailgating treats for four guests and additional amenities such as Super Bowl decorations and opposing team gear. Starting from $775.

 

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Downtown Alliance’s Cornucopia of Suggestions for the Thanksgiving Holiday

Wednesday, November 16th, 2011

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It’s that time of year again, time for turkey, pumpkin pie and giving thanks – Lower Manhattan style. This year the Downtown Alliance has gathered a list of Thanksgiving specials from many local hotels, retailers and restaurants. For all the up-to-date Thanksgiving activities and promotions, visit the Downtown Alliance’s Thanksgiving page at http://www.downtownny.com/thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving Day Dining:

Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise
Thursday, November 24, 2011
(201) 604-2800
4:30 – 7:30 PM
The leaves are changing, and fall is in the air! It is that time again, Thanksgiving is upon us! Let Statue Cruises cook for you and join them for a magnificent Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise! Includes a 2.5 hour cruise, cash bar, Thanksgiving buffet dinner, DJ entertainment. Adults are $84 and children (12 and under) are $49.

Harry’s Café and Steak Thanksgiving Dinner
Thursday, November 24, 2011
(212) 785-9200
One Hanover Square
1 – 8 PM
Harry’s Café & Steak will be offering a special Thanksgiving Menu consisting of four courses for $58 a person and $25 for children. Reservations are highly advised due to high holiday volume. Harry’s will also be offering a Thanksgiving dinner to go option including: salad, soup, roast turkey, pie, for 8-10 all for $185.00

Thanksgiving Buffet at the Ritz Carlton’s 2 West
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Ritz Carlton
2 West Street
(212) 344-0800
12 – 7:30 PM
Savor a delicious Thanksgiving buffet in the warm, relaxed atmosphere of 2 West restaurant featuring traditional Thanksgiving selections, carving station, dessert display and more. The buffet is available for $85 per person (not including gratuities, taxes or beverages), $42.50 per child from 12 PM – 7:30 PM. Due to limited space, reservations are recommended. Please call (917) 790-2600 for more information or to make a reservation.

Thanksgiving Unlimited Dinner Buffet at Ulysses Folk House
Thursday, November 24, 2011
95 Pearl Street
(212) 482-0400
11:30 AM – 6 PM
This is the best buffet in town! All you can eat dinner buffet, includes dessert! You can select from Fresh Herb Turkey, Blackened Salmon, Orange Glazed Ham, with all the trimmings! Please call to make your reservation.

Treat Yourself:

Financier Patisserie
62 Stone Street | (212) 344-5600
3-4 World Financial Center | (212) 786-3220
35 Cedar Street | (212) 952-3838
Grab delectable desserts for your Thanksgiving dinner this season.  Financier is offering a selection of traditional cakes and pies, including deep dish apple, pumpkin, and pecan pies as well as their signature pumpkin cheesecake.  The Thanksgiving menu is available starting Wednesday, November 16. Financier online is highly recommended.

Events:

Fraunces Tavern Museum Holds its Second Annual Evacuation Day Walking Tour
Friday, November 25, 2011
11 AM – 12:30 PM
New York City had been the main base for the British for over 7 years of war.  On November 25th, 1783, they filed onto their ships to leave for good; the War for Independence was finally over.  Led by licensed New York City Tour Guide, Fred Cookinham, you will follow in the footsteps of General Washington & his troops as they entered New York in triumph. Picture the surrounding neighborhood as it looked over 200 years ago, see where the Liberty Boys challenged the Redcoats on their own parade ground & learn about the people of NY and what it was like for them to be caught up in a revolution.  $20 /$15 for Museum members. Tickets in advance are required and may be purchased at: www.FrauncesTavernMuseum.org. Once tickets have been purchased, you will be emailed a confirmation receipt & the starting location of the tour. Ticket sales close at 4 PM on Wednesday, November 23.

South Street Seaport’s 28th Annual Chorus Tree Lighting Spectacular
Friday, November 25, 2011
The South Street Seaport
Historic Front Street from Fulton Street to Beekman Street
Kick off the 2011 holiday season with New York City’s first tree lighting of the year. South Street Seaport’s 28th Annual Chorus Tree Lighting Spectacular will be hosted by Today Show personality and fashion expert Jill Martin and will include a light show spectacular, live music and costumed characters helping Santa Claus count down to the tree-lighting ceremony.  Photo opportunities with Santa Claus run until 8 PM!

Places to Stay:

Best Western Plus Seaport Inn
33 Peck Slip Street
(212) 766-6600
Staying 2 or 3 nights in NYC? Book the Culture Pass at the Best Western Seaport Inn Hotel and travel around Lower Manhattan. From popular museums of Downtown Lower Manhattan to simple shopping in J&R, book the Culture Pass package of two nights or more and receive admissions and discounts to the nine cultural attractions, including museums and tours, all within walking distance of the hotel.  Passes include admission to the Fraunces Tavern Museum, Museum of American Finance, Museum of Jewish Heritage, National Museum of the American Indian, The New York City museum, 9/11 Memorial Preview Site, the Skyscraper museum, and Tribute WTC Visitor Center.  This package is available for 2 or 3 night stay. Pass Holders will also receive a 20% discount at the J&R Café, 10% discount to the Mercantile Grill, Bar & Restaurant, 10% discount on food and drinks at the Killarney Rose Pub and $10 off any water taxi cruise. Rates starting at$299 per night

Wall Street Inn
9 South William St.
(212) 747-1500
Spend a traditional Thanksgiving week in the Big Apple and stay at the Wall Street Inn! Special rates start at $249 from November 20 to November 28. Enjoy our spacious accommodations with fine in-room dining; free high-speed internet access and access to our private gym with sauna and steam room.

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Mess Around Downtown: Off The Beaten Path

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

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Welcome back to Mess Around Downtown!

People are always trying to tell me, The Mess, that there is nowhere to eat down here. After a momentous pause, when my empathy for this person kicks in, I inform them that there are over 100 full service dining restaurants and almost 350 casual eating spots to choose from within the square mile that is Lower Manhattan. So, in order to further advance my ongoing effort to inform and educate the appetites of my fellow Downtowners, I’m going to talk about five places that are just a bit off the beaten path of the central Downtown lunch circuit. Perhaps you want to break the monotony of going to the same lunch cart four times a week or are a bit tired of the assembly line made sandwiches at your usual joint. Maybe you just forgot your brown bag today.

Well, if you are willing and interested in change then read on Downtowner, read on. You may have to walk a bit farther and even get a little lost along the way to experience some newness, but that sounds like a good time to me. And, oh yeah, please feel free to use my comment space below to post your favorite places to eat and shop down here.  What secret deals are out there that I don’t know about? Who has the best burger or slice of pizza? Where can I find the freshest and cheapest salad? Comment, disagree with me, share your thoughts, argue amongst yourselves, inform me.  Below, in no particular order, are five places where you should eat.

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Sandwich House - 17 Ann Street - 212-566-6886

When you walk into Sandwich House, located next to Theatre Alley, you won’t be impressed by its decor. But unless you’re there to critique its interior design, it won’t matter because the quality of the ingredients and the friendly service more than make up for the lack of spacial flow. This aptly named Italian sandwich shop is a favorite little secret among the workers and locals in this sector of Lower Manhattan. Homemade soups, fresh bread, glorious Italian meats and cheeses, and choice greens take the menu to the next level. Don’t be scared by the $8 price tag for a sandwich. They are a generous mom-and-pop with weekly and daily specials. I recommend going for the soup, half a sandwich, and a drink for $10.

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Pan Latin Cafe – 400 Chambers Street – 212-571-3860

Walk as far West on Chambers Street as you can without falling into the Hudson and you’ll be at Pan Latin. This is a peaceful location with a beautiful view to enjoy your gnoshing. This place feels like a home when you walk in. It’s bit cluttered with fruit and baking ingredients scattered amongst an array of stools, tables and art; it feels like a family lives here. A family that knows how to cook. They serve breakfast all day and everything is made from scratch. I love their signature ”Media Noche” sandwich bread and they may have the best Cuban sandwich in the city. I have to give a special mention to their “Guava Cream Cheese Bread Pudding”. Out of control I say I say.

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Inatteso Cafe - 38 West Street – 212-267-7000

A bit North of The Ritz in Battery Park City and just up the block from its cousin, Inatteso Pizza Bar, sits this reliable, panini-pressing cafe. Cross the West Side Highway for a fried green tomato with mozzarella and pesto panini. You’ll be greeted and tempted by the cakes and pies that line the glass case next to the register. If you live in BPC, stop here for your eggs, milk, and other supplies to get you through until that next Fresh Direct delivery arrives.

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Cowgirl Sea-Horse – 259 Front Street – 212-608-7873

Put on your favorite cowboy boots (with a snorkel to match) and you’ll fit right in with the funky decor that goes along with Cowgirl Sea-Horse’s nautically Southwestern themed menu.  Walk as far northeast on Front as you can without merging onto the Brooklyn Bridge and you will be in fried seafood heaven. Bring your appetite for hearty portions of fish tacos, nachos, and oyster po’ boys. The locals that hang here love that the Seaport tourists don’t stray over this way too often. Enjoy a frozen margarita or a good ol’ fashioned can of beer at the most neighborhoody feeling happy hour around. And it’s kid-friendly and open for weekend brunching. I dare you to have the ice cream baked potato for dessert. In fact, I triple dog dare you.

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The Grotto – 69 New Street – 212-809-6991

I had to include The Grotto on this list because the people in my office hold it in such high regard. It’s tucked into a lower-level space (watch your head on the way down) on the construction-laden and delivery truck-filled New Street. The Grotto has been around for years and it’s because they make good food and have good prices. Try an eggplant and sundried tomato wrap, the festive fiesta salad, or treat yourself to a whole bacon and jalepeno pizza. Everyone seems to know each other in this place and the daily specials have brought back the regulars for years.

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As always, thank you for being on the lookout and please continue sending any new retailers you come across or changes to existing retailers to me at tre@downtownny.com

 

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