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Siren Den: Setting the Stage For a New Kind of Song

Friday, May 18th, 2012
by Erin E. McGuff on Playing Around

In Greek mythology, the Sirens perch atop their island home and, with their irresistible song, lure sailors to their deaths upon the rocks. As I

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Felix & the Diligence: A Feel-Good No Brainer

Tuesday, September 27th, 2011
by Quan Lam on Playing Around

Take a trip down to the Connelly Theater in the East Village now until October 8th to witness an irreverent, comical performance by the cast

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Woman Around Town: Mechele Flaum—
Making a Case for Boomers

Wednesday, July 20th, 2011
by Charlene Giannetti on Woman Around Town

Ever since they burst onto the scene following World War II, the Baby Boomers, that pig in a python generation, have made history. On January

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Sarvanaa Bhavan—Quick, Convenient Indian Food

Saturday, May 21st, 2011
by Alex DiBlasi on Dining Around

As far as chain restaurants go, Sarvanaa Bhavan is not McDonald’s. With locations as far-flung as Orlando, New Delhi, Bahrain, and Paris, Sarvanaa Bhavan offers

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Saint Hollywood:From Marabou to Melancholy

Monday, May 16th, 2011
by tygerlily on Playing Around

“Welcome to the After Party. A wild, musical ride into the belly of the Hollywood beast, hosted by the blessed and the damned of LA

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It’s a Royal Time for Hats

Wednesday, April 6th, 2011
by Charlene Giannetti on Shopping Around

Hats off to Kate Middleton. She is singlehandedly sparking a revolution in hats. She is perhaps the most photographed woman in the world, and, more

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The Caucasian Chalk Circle

Friday, March 11th, 2011
by Quan Lam on Playing Around

Walking down the crowded streets of the East Village, one can wander past a hidden gem of dramatic theater while being bombarded by the trendy

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Scarpina Bar & Grill: Latin Flavors
Flirt With the Mediterranean

Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010
by Abby Cañeda on Dining Around

Born in El Salvador and raised in the East Village, chef Ricardo Cardona (of Sazon, Sofrito and Gabbana) has been developing Manhattan’s Nuevo Latino cuisine

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