Cultural Center in Long Beach

"Just down from the Brooklyn Bridge on the Manhattan side is a an area that has witnessed a lot of recent change, even by New York’s dizzying standards. In the 17th century this was New York’s original port, where the city’s early economy first flourished and where the city’s clippers docked in the 19th century. The Seaport is a designated historic district, home to some of downtown Manhattan’s oldest buildings in a little cobblestone grid made up of Fulton Street, Front Street and Water Street."

"This museum was one of the places that took a big hit during Hurricane Sandy. But it reopened and is still a great place to learn all about boats, ships and our maritime history, like details about the five historic ships anchored here. It also has family-friendly activities like learning how to use a letterpress."

"It preserves and interprets the origins and growth of New York City as a world port. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and students, and $8 for children (5-12,) and free for under 5."

"Since reopening during the pandemic, the rotating restaurants-in-residence program at Intersect by Lexus unveiled a new first-floor cocktail spot and also recently debuted modern outdoor seating options designed by the Rockwell Group. The latest chef to helm the program’s kitchen is chef David Kinch of Manresa, bringing his acclaimed farm-to-table California cuisine to NYC. Guests can sample his a la carte menu at sleek individual outdoor seating spaces with wooden tables and retractable blinds.How to book: Via website"

"The 3-Michelin starred Manresa by chef David Kinch of California is currently in rotation at the newly opened INTERSECT BY LEXUS in Chelsea. Overseen by Intersect executive chef Nick Martinez, the menu hones in and dazzles chef Kinch’s menu of sea bream sashimi, roasted aged duck, grilled A5 Miyazaki Ribeye, salted butter ice cream and more. The open-format kitchen allows you to watch the chefs gracefully prepare the dishes."

"Once part of a retirement center for sailors, this 83-acre cultural center is now a popular spot to engage with contemporary art and…"

"The old-world architecture of this building is not only a place for worship but also remains a center for cultural activities of all kind. Along with the exotically painted glass windows and beautiful marble work, the building comes out in an Italian Renaissance theme. The Campanile tower stands high to the west of the church itself."

"Sushi Amane first made waves when it debuted in 2017 under command of Shion Uino, who formerly worked at one of the world’s top sushi counters, Tokyo’s Sushi Saito. Recently, new head chef Tomoyuki Hayashi — previously of Sushi Azabu, also on this list — has replaced Uino and rolled out a new omakase priced at $200. The menu is Edomae-style, comprised of all wild-caught seafood, much of which is flown in from Japan and received in daily deliveries."

"This intimate eight seat restaurant had a traditional Japanese sushi restaurant atmosphere,” Suzuki says. He appreciates the consistency here and the traditional Edomae style sushi, similar to his service at Sushi Ginza Onodera. “The flow of omakase is traditional so it’s very familiar and I know what's coming next."

"If you’re into quirky contemporary art, now is a good time to pop over to the New Museum on Bowery between Stanton & Rivington. Otherwise, I recommend the Tenement Museum for a thoughtful look into what life was like for low-income New Yorkers and immigrants in the early 20th century."

"A tribute to the past and a place of hope for the future, the Memorial Plaza which surrounds the Freedom Tower is a really moving place to visit on your trip. While tours of the tower come at a fee, the Memorial Plaza is complementary to explore."