There’s only one man for HarlemGal now, my little man and newborn son born yesterday at 5:34 pm weighing 6 pounds, 2 ounces!
#Harlembabytwo joins his big sister, who I call online #harlembaby, and recently turned two!
Mommy and son are doing great recuperating in that Spanish Harlem hospital!
See you around!
If you were looking to attend the free event at MIST Harlem featuring fashion darling and Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o, forget about it. Drats! It’s sold out. Nyong’o plans to visit Harlem October 20th to plug her new play downtown at The Public Theater called Eclipsed!
Oh well! Wonder if or where Lupita will dine in Harlem? Any guesses?
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Harlem Harvest Festival (presented by Harlem Park to Park) takes place today from 11am to 4pm at 116th Street and St. Nicholas.
There is something for everyone at this one-day fall festival featuring food, farmer’s market, artisan products, family and kid friendly activities food/baking competitions, classes and live performances by local Harlem businesses and community members. See full schedule here:
· Activities/Stage/Live Performances – Bikram Yoga East Harlem class at 11:30am. Main stage: Whole Foods Market live cooking demonstrations 12:45 & 1:45pm, performances by Harlem Swing Dance Society at 3:15 and Majica Latina Jazz Group at 3:30 pm; DJ Stormin’ Norman & Sundae Sermon hosting.
· Kids Corner – Chloe the Yogi Children’s Yoga at 12-12:30pm; Arts and crafts, pumpkin carving, face painting, NYPD rock climbing wall and The Bubble Man
· A ‘Taste of Harlem’ featuring Harlem restaurants and retailers offering seasonal tasting menus for purchase such as Babbalucci, 67 Orange Street, Sexy Taco, Seasoned Vegan, New Harlem Besame, Settepani, Sol Cacao
· Cook-off (1pm)– Annual Cooking competition showcasing culinary dishes prepared by Harlem residents – categories are:
– Healthy Soul food dish (vegetarian or meat)
– Healthy side dish using produce found at farmers markets
· Bake-off (2pm) – Annual Baking competition showcasing baked desserts prepared by Harlem residents. Categories include: Best Pie, Best Cake, Best Cookies/Brownies, Best Cupcakes
· A Farmer’s Market & Artisanal Food Fair featuring fresh vegetables, produce (pumpkins, fruit, etc.) from New York farms as well as food from artisanal food vendors and wineries/breweries available for purchase.
· Whole Foods Market Artisanal Vendor Review 12-3pm – local Harlem artisanal vendors will have an opportunity to present their products to Whole Foods Market foragers/buyers for the new store coming to Harlem.
Posted in 116th Street, Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd., baking, business, Community, education, Events, food, Free!, Harlem, Harlem bloggers, Harlem blogs, Harlem businesses, Harlem restaurants, HarlemGal, kids, New York, New York City, NYC, restaurant row, restaurants
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I came across this video of the Pope visiting Our Lady of Queen Angels School in East Harlem. Watch! It’s moving and inspiring!
A few months back this blog was the first to announce that the owners behind Harlem Tavern we’re expanding their presence on Harlem’s restaurant row by opening another establishment at 2128 Frederick Douglass Blvd. That remains the plan. However, the name of the restaurant will be Row House instead of Harlem Standard.
According to Camaron Fagan, one of the owners and managing directors of Row House, the name serves as “a nod to the classic row houses and beautiful architecture all throughout Harlem. Harlem Standard was a name originally proposed to the community board 2 years ago when they applied for their initial licenses.”
Row House shared their mission statement with HarlemGal:
“We are a seasonal American eatery with a chic subterranean cocktail bar in the heart of Harlem’s restaurant row. Our menu is designed to encourage sharing amongst friends, allowing you to sample a variety of small plates. A comfortable atmosphere with an exemplary level of service provides our guests with an elevated dining experience.”
Looking forward to trying out Row House, which is expected to open in the Fall!
Quickly scanning through Facebook, we learn today that Harlem Flo, located on Frederick Douglass Blvd and 122nd, will close! Stefan Handl, the owner of Harlem Flo, announced it today on social media saying “Harlem Flo will close after a successful eight year run and not sure what the future holds.”
Handl does not explain in his post why his shop will close in a little over a month. Either way, very disappointing to hear.
As more information becomes available, we will pass along.
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Walking along St. Nick yesterday, I noticed Cedric French Bistro signage was gone. In place of it was a new name called Bunz Harlem!
I went online to find more info. Apparently, Cedric Lecendre, the owner of former Cedric’s, has changed things up! According to his Facebook page, Lecendre has said cie la vie to offering the French menu at his dining space on 119th and St. Nicholas and will now be offering gourmet burgers and specialty cocktails. Check out the menu below! And tell us what you think of the change!
Posted in Bars, Bunz Harlem, Cafe, Cedric French Bistro and Bar Harlem, drinks, food, Harlem, Harlem bloggers, Harlem blogs, Harlem businesses, Harlem restaurants, HarlemGal, restaurants, Things to do in Harlem, Where to dine in Harlem
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Need a place to brunch today in Harlem? Angel of Harlem, not the U2 song but Harlem’s latest establishment to open on 122nd and Frederick Douglass Blvd., is now offering brunch! Check out meal options on their Instagram account!
Strolling along 110th St. approaching Manhattan Avenue in Harlem, what will you see? A big sign that says Starbucks coming! It will open up two or three doors down west of Cafe Amrita, a long time favorite Harlem business.
Clearly, the Seattle based company sees that the cafe/coffee business is booming in this part of Harlem, along with mid to high end restaurants. In the last few years, several cafes have open up just along Harlem’s restaurant row, aka Frederick Douglass Blvd., such as Double Dutch, Silvana, Amaretto Espresso Bar, and Cafe Frederick Harlem Parlor.
Not sure I care for another Starbucks in this area. There are plenty of good coffee options now that exist! Agree or disagree?
Posted in 110th Street, business, Cafe, Cafe Frederick Harlem, Central Park North, Community, Double Dutch Harlem, drinks, food, Frederick Douglass Blvd., Harlem, Harlem bloggers, Harlem blogs, Harlem businesses, Harlem Restaurant Row, Harlem restaurants, HarlemGal, Morningside Park, New York, New York City, NYC, restaurant row, restaurants, Silvana, Things to do in Harlem, Where to dine in Harlem, Where to live in Harlem
Tagged 110th Street and Manhattan Avenue, Amaretto Espresso Bar, Cafe Frederick Harlem Parlor, coffee, double dutch, Harlem, Harlem's Restaurant Row, starbucks
Sunday, June 21 is one busy day in Harlem. Make Music New York takes place throughout the Harlem area as well as NYC KidsFest. NYC KidsFest is scheduled this Sunday from noon to five in Morningside Park.
The event is free and packed with music, theater, dance, storytelling and much more.
Date: Sunday, June 21, 2015 (Rain Date: June 28, 2015)
Time: 12:00 pm- 5:00 pm
Location: Morningside Park—113th Street @ Manhattan Avenue behind St. John the Divine. Closest trains: 1, B or C Exit 110th Street
Headliners of the event include:
AJR – Jam and sing along to the awesome pop sounds of MTV’s AJR.
Galli Theater Presents: Little Red Riding Hood -No need to sit down and be quiet, join the actions! Come on stage and become a part of the play! Interact with the characters, warn Little Red of the Wolf, and engage in a theater experience like no other.
Aubrey’s Show Kids-The talented dancers of Aubrey’s Show Kids hit the stage like lightning with their amazing and entertaining dance moves.
Karen A.’s Zumba Experience-Your kids will not only dance but also exercise as they have a blast rocking out to Karen A’s Zumba. This energetic and passionate professional dancer, Karen A., is also a teacher at the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater.
Magnificent Mommy Dawn Lerner– Newly published by Penguin and author of My Fat Dad, Dawn will teach your children to “decipher the box” in a fun label reading activity and game.
P.S.180 Violin Players– Young and talented musicians who have been training tirelessly to entertain the crowd with a beautiful performance.
Reckless Entertainment Performers-Comprised of three artists of different talents, ranging from percussion to poetry, this ensemble brings together a variety of influences producing something unique, contemporary, and quenching your thirst for something new.
Face Painting by Derek Little– Artist and face painter Derek Little will magically transform your kids face with his artistic imagination.
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