89th And Broke I'm a young professional living in Astoria (formerly of Williamsburg, the UES and Murray Hill - I move a lot!). I'm always looking for something fun to do or the best place to grab a drink and dinner at an affordable price around the city.
Have a suggestion? Email me at Laura AT 89thandbroke DOT com.
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By Laura, on July 23, 2012, 7:34 am
Red Mango has introduced Frozen Coffee Chillers, which are a mix of frozen yogurt, ice and coffee. These are available in coffee, mocha, vanilla and caramel, and for a limited time, the regular size will be just $1. This offer is valid daily until 5 pm and ends July [...]
By Laura, on July 23, 2012, 7:24 am
Just a reminder that Gilt City is offering 40% off your first purchase with the code SUMMER40 through Wednesday, July 25. Â Gilt City is similar to Groupon or Living Social where you can get curated offers at a discount, but I’ve found Gilt City to have more upscale offers – like Beauty & Essex [...]
By Laura, on July 23, 2012, 6:33 am
A wine and cheese pairing for two is just $19 at Milk and Roses in Greenpoint. $22 gets you two appetizers, two regular rolls and two specials rolls at Kosher Sushi NY in Midtown. An Indian dinner for two is $26 – with dessert and wine – at Chote Nawab in Gramercy. $25 [...]
By Laura, on July 20, 2012, 7:04 am
Sometimes readers say that I write about the same neighborhoods repeatedly. Â Well folks, I’ve made it out to Forest Hills.
Earlier this month, my boyfriend and I were invited to try La Vigna, an Italian restaurant out in Forest Hills. Â Since we live in Queens in Astoria, it was about a 15-minute subway ride, [...]
By Laura, on July 20, 2012, 6:13 am
In Park Slope? $15 gets you $30 at La Villa Pizzeria. Like sushi? Get a six-course sushi prix-fixe for two for $35 at Sushi Mambo. $35 gets you four small plates and drinks for two at Gabbana in Corona. Get 4 empanadas, 2 dessert empanadas and two sodas at Empanadas Bar for $12. [...]
By Laura, on July 19, 2012, 7:23 am
If you are near the East Village, swing by Tompkins Square Park every Thursday for a free moving screening. The park opens at 6pm, with the film beginning at sundown. Â For those who don’t know, Tompkins Square Park is between Aves A and B, and stretches from 7th – 10th Streets.
Films for the [...]
By Laura, on July 18, 2012, 7:05 am
Years ago, back in 2009 (yes, I’m dating myself), Caryn wrote about City Shuffle. Â In particular, Caryn had the Diner’s Deck – a deck of 52 cards that were each $10 restaurant gift certificates to 52 different restaurants in the city. Â On each card lists the restaurant’s neighborhood, cuisine, address, and a short review [...]
By Laura, on July 17, 2012, 7:11 am
I’ve been dying to play mini-golf for a while. So when I found myself in the city on Sunday with no plans I suggested to my boyfriend that a mini-golf date was in order.
Since we live in Queens, we decided to check out the mini-golf course in Flushing Meadows. It was right next to Citi Field [...]
By Laura, on July 17, 2012, 6:05 am
Save 40% off your first Gilt City purchase with the code SUMMER40. $25 gets you $50 to Havana Central (multiple locations). Enjoy hookah and drinks for two in Queens at Lava Lounge for $19. Grab two stuffed burgers and two beers for $20 at Amity Hall. In the East Village and like brunch? [...]
By Laura, on July 16, 2012, 7:54 am
Restaurant Week kicks off today and lasts through Friday, August 10. Â If you are new to the city, that means you get a three course meal at lunch for $24.07 or dinner for $35. This deal is not valid on Saturdays, and depending on the restaurant, you may be able to the deal on [...]
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