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    2010 New Year's Eve Planner

    by Melanie Berliet

    It's time to gear up for the biggest, best and last of the year--and the decade! Whether you choose to dine at an elegant restaurant, join the festivities in… more

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    New Hotels in New York

    by Justine Goodman

    The Crosby Street Hotel (pictured) brings U.K. chic to NYC, while Brooklyn gets a dose of high-end comfort at the stylish and modern Hotel le Bleu. From… more

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    Cookie Monsters

    by Thomas Dowd-Warren

    When it comes to desserts, the cookie is the total package: cheap, easy to make and impervious to seasonality. But in New York, we believe a little decadence… more

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    Ultimate Singles Guide

    by Melanie Berliet

    Finding someone who's available and likeable can be a challenge, especially in the cut-throat New York City dating scene. That's why we've sought out the best… more

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    Gay New York

    by Melanie Berliet

    Gays and lesbians living in or visiting New York have tons of choices when it comes to dining, partying and where to stay in the city. These gay-friendly venues… more

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    Nerds in New York

    by Keith Wagstaff

    Nerds are totally in right now, but where do New York's geeky elite go to meet each other? Worry not, my brainy compatriot; we've put together a list of the… more

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    D.I.Y. 'Til You Die: N.Y.'s Craft Stores

    by Keith Wagstaff

    Nothing brings hipsters and grandmas together like a good old-fashioned sewing class. Stop spending money at pricey boutiques and start making your own clothes… more

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5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Great cut & color
Posted by Alisonrona on December 02, 2009
Review of Elements Hair Studio : Robert understood exactly what I wanted in a cut and he executed it perfectly as noone else had in the other neighborhood salons. He layered colors to match my natural hair color as closely as possible. It was a…more
1 Star Rating: Poor They stole my stuff!!!
Posted by AlexSergeyev on November 28, 2009
Review of Phoenix Moving and Storage : DO NOT USE Phoenix Moving and Storage PERIOD. When I was first sold my move via Gina Taylor, I was quoted a price which was then doubled a day after the moving day. Thinking that the price they quoted me was…more
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended stunning hair and service
Posted by scarlettbrooklyn on November 29, 2009
Review of Elements Hair Studio : As a mom of a toddler, I have few opportunities to dedicate time to my look. On a day when I was mommy free, I called just before coming in as a walk-in for a cut. When I walked in I decided I wanted color instead…more

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3 reviews

Top Reviewer: CSMobileUser
Last reviewed Eddey's Neighborhood Bar4 hours ago
“It was good”
it's refreshing to find a resturant that's not a sports pub. good food, quant, and relaxed atmosphere. food was good when we went.

1 review 1 rated helpful

Top Reviewer: AlexSergeyev
Last reviewed Phoenix Moving and Storage on November 28, 2009
“They stole my stuff!!!”
DO NOT USE Phoenix Moving and Storage PERIOD. When I was first sold my move via Gina Taylor, I was quoted a price which was then doubled a day after the moving day. Thinking that the…more

1 review 1 rated helpful

Top Reviewer: MarioLLC
Last reviewed Ideal Properties Group Llc on September 13, 2009
“Responsive, organized and caring!”
Ideal’s agent Shalhevet represented us in a leasing transaction. Working with her, it was apparent that she understood not only the intricacies of the local commercial market, but also…more

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