“We’ll print it if it’s the last effort of our lives”
How two American women braved U.S. censorship laws to publish James Joyce’s Ulysses.
Hotspot
Is Lucien the New Elaine’s?
Manhattan’s hottest reservation right now is an East Village bistro that opened in the ’90s.
The Arts
Revisiting the Sixties
The Jewish Museum’s superb New York: 1962 - 1964 explores the city’s art scene at a time of potent social upheaval.
Paid Post
Planning Makes Perfect
From elegant charity galas to edgy club parties, Alexandra Lind Rose’s Gala Productions has become the go-to event planner for Manhattan’s elites.
Downtown Vibe
Agita in Greenwich Village
The pandemic brought heroin and all-night ragers to Washington Square Park. What’s next?
Nonnas Unite!
Just Like Grandma Used To Make
A rustic Staten Island restaurant features a rotating cast of homespun chefs: Grandmothers from all over the world whose recipes star on the menu.
Flower Power
Gone in a Flower Flash
Thanks to Lewis Miller, deemed the “Banksy of Flowers,” New York trash cans and street corners have never looked better.
Photography
A New York Homecoming
A major retrospective celebrates artist William Klein’s 65-year career capturing the vivacity and complexity of New York City.
Pastimes
Central Park Has Gone Bird-Zerk
Covid gave New Yorkers a reason to go outside and enjoy nature. Now Central Park is home to new flock of birdwatchers.
Birdwatching
Flights of Fancy
Meet the many birds that call Central Park home—at least part time.
Apartment Living
Holy Smoke!
The Devil’s Lettuce has come to Park Avenue. More pungent than cigarettes, pot smoke is now the subject of co-op board meetings. But what can really be done about it?
The New Nostalgia
Music for a grown up’s ears
The Martignetti brothers’ new piano bar brings ‘nightlife for adults’ back to the Upper East Side. No reservations required.
