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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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Deal Alert! Free MetroCard With Your Dunkin Donuts’ Purchase

Guest Post By Caryn Donohue, Gramercy Correspondent

According to NYMag.com’s Grub Street blog, Dunkin Donuts will hand out free MetroCards on Monday morning between 6:30 – 9:30 am at several locations. While this isn’t a free food deal, it’s still a nice perk with your morning coffee. Not sure how much each MetroCard [...]

College Cafeteria Sushi at NYC Prices

Guest Post by Caryn Donohue, Gramercy Correspondent

I know plenty of people will disagree with me, but I went to Haru Sushi in Gramercy Park a few Sunday nights ago and was not impressed.  Granted, I didn’t try a lot on the menu, but besides the edamame, I was quite disappointed in my [...]

Traveling Treats: Primanti Brothers, an Edible Tradition

Guest Post By Caryn Donohue, Gramercy Correspondent

Now Pittsburgh may not be the most “happening” place in the country, but if you ever find yourself in the Steel City you must stop by the famous Primanti Brothers to taste a piece of Pittsburgh history – a sandwich stacked with the meat of your [...]

The (Nan)King of Asian Fusion

Guest Post by Caryn Donohue, Gramercy Correspondent

My Dad, a Long Island native, is a foodie and loves to peruse restaurant reviews and recipes, so he pays attention when the New York Times bothers traveling to Long Island to review new restaurants.  A lover of Asian and spicy foods, this review whet his appetite [...]

Taste of Italy in the UES

Guest Post by Caryn, Gramercy Correspondent

I used to live in the east 60s, and one of my staples was Angels Restaurant on 62nd and 1st. This place has been around forever and is known for its wide assortment of delicious pastas, among other classic Italian dishes. The portions are huge and the prices [...]

Try This Trick: Drinkdeal.com

Guest Post by Caryn, Gramercy Correspondent

In need of a new happy hour spot, but can’t find a good place with cheap drinks? Check out Drink Deal, a Web site dedicated to compiling happy hour specials in Manhattan. You can search for happy hour specials by neighborhood, night, type of special (e.g., wine, [...]

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