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NYC: Where to Eat, Play, and Stay

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NYC can be overwhelming just because of the sheer number of things to do - and places to eat. I've tried to narrow it down here to some of my very favorites, with lots of gluten-free-friendly restaurants in the “Eats” section.
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Eat

NYC is one of those places where you can find a dream restaurant on every block. Here are some that have really stood out to me.

 
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Lovely neighborhood Italian spot with lunch specials - and gluten-free options!
Rosemary's
 
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Is there a place to sit? No. Will you care once you take a bite of their tacos? Also no.
Los Tacos No. 1
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A wonderfully cozy wine bar on the Lower East Side, with yummy food and a great selection of wines (including orange wine!)
Jadis
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Vegetarian Indian food with options for those who are gluten-free, vegan, or Jain!
AHIMSA - Murray Hill, New York
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For my gluten-free friends, this spot has gluten free fried chicken that's so good!
Friedman's Restaurant

Play

There's SO MUCH TO DO in NYC. Here's some of my favorite activities - with a heavy emphasis on the bookstores, of course.

 
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A phenomenal organization of immigrant women who invite you into their homes to learn the recipes they hold most dear.
The League of Kitchens: Cooking Classes in NYC
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I go every time I'm in NYC - there's something new to discover.
The Museum of Modern Art, New York City | MoMA
 
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You can't go to NYC and not see a show!
Broadway in NYC
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The iconic, largest indie bookstore in NYC.
Strand Bookstore
 
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A fabulous romance bookstore in Brooklyn.
The Ripped Bodice
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The absolute coziest vibes in this bar / bookstore.
Book Club Bar
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Black-owned indie bookstore that honestly has some of the best vibes of any bookstore I've been to. Come for the coffee, stay for the comfy couch and good books.
Liz's Book Bar
 
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The world's oldest mystery bookstore - there's so many options here, including books that are hard to find elsewhere.
The Mysterious Bookshop
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A lovely indie bookstore that has endless options for diving into a new great read.
McNally Jackson Books

Stay

I usually stay with friends while in the city, but here's a couple spots I've tried and enjoy.

 
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Boutique hotel in great location!
Walker Hotel Greenwich Village
 
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Small but beautiful rooms in the heart of Greenwich Village.
The Marlton Hotel