Around the world in NYC: An Insider’s Guide to Celebrating Diversity in Your Neighborhood
Welcome to New York City, where a quick train ride will have you in the record-breaking multicultural borough of Queens. You are guaranteed to work up an appetite walking through Astoria, with hundreds of diverse restaurants to choose from.
A train ride from Queens to Soho will take your taste buds to Caribbean paradise at Miss Lily’s 7A Cafe ($$). Not up for the travel? Fear not, staying local won’t get in the way of partaking in a food-venture. Every neighborhood in New York brings a plethora of menu options!
Exploring your new city through food will bring diversity to your front steps and open the door to new perspectives through cultural experiences. Join us for the ride, as we guide you through the savory delights that our five boroughs and Stoop residences have to offer.
The historically acclaimed Amy Ruth’s ($$) is next on our food-venture. Right in the center of West Harlem. A walk within their establishment will have you mesmerized with its Southern flair and mural, serving as the perfect backdrop, featuring its prideful community leaders. Originating from Alabama, discover superior soul food delicacies and munch on free biscuits, while you wait for your drool worthy chicken and waffles! Just a 15-minute cab ride from Stoop Mott Haven.
Located in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, CALACA of Bk ($$) is on the top of our list. Their authentic Mexican cuisine & signature cocktails make this intimate gem ooze originality, that even LA’s food scene can envy. Their handmade corn and flour tortillas, and freshly prepared meat & seafood dishes are what make Calaca a Mexican masterpiece. With live music on some nights, you’re sure to get a true glimpse of Mexico’s traditions.
Located 1.8 miles from Stoop Bed-Stuy, Calaca will satisfy your Mexican cravings.
No matter what your hunger’s desire has in mind, a trip to the Upper West Side has you covered. Nice Matin ($$$) will satisfy your French cuisine cravings. The establishment strives with its beautiful presentation of their octopus and burrata -all while a Beverage Director indulges your perfect sip of wine to compliment your every bite.
Not ready to say au revoir? Come back at your convenience by residing at Stoop Upper West, a short cab ride away.
For maximum exposure to New York’s food diversity, a trip to the East Village is in order. Spices are jammed packed in every bite, at this true pioneer Moroccan hotspot Cafe Mogador ($$). Their Middle Eastern breakfast dominates the brunch scene and signature Lamb Casablanca Tagine defines the meaning of a Mediterranean style dinner.
Can’t get enough? Make Cafe Mogador your weekly staple by residing at Stoop East Village just a few minutes away.
Head over to East Williamsburg, home of Otis ($$), where if the lights are on, the bar is open. Whether you’re craving a fun twist on your favorite foods, a sweet weekend brunch, or drinks with friends, Otis welcomes you always (unless the lights are off).
No need to call a cab, either. Otis is a short 5 minute walk from Stoop Williamsburg.
You’ll be a diverse connoisseur in no time, in the center of your own home!
All five boroughs that make up our cultural melting pot of a city is fulfilled through entertainment, neighboring museums, shops and enticing restaurants. Taking a stroll through your new neighborhood can have you exploring and waking up taste buds that you never knew existed.
For your personalized recommendations, contact your Community Manager at community@mystoop.com and please don’t forget to tip your waiter!
Fallen for the neighborhood selections of Brooklyn or the Lower East Side? You can further experience NYC neighborhoods by transferring locations within our Stoop residences. Contact your Residence Manager at home@mystoop.com to learn how.
by CARMEN ONER
