New York City
From Reunion Blues Tour Guide
I can't wait to get back to New York City where at least when I walk down the streat, no one ever hesitates to tell me exactly what they think of me.--Ani Difranco
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Venues & Booking
Booking: Todd, 201-653-1703
Booking: 212-258-9800 between 9am-5:30pm
Booking: Brian, info at bowerypresents dot com
Kenny's Castaways
157 Bleecker St
(between Sullivan St & Thompson St)
New York, NY 10012
(212) 979-9762
Booking: Maria Kenny, info at kennyscastaways dot net
Booking: Matt, matt at spsounds dot com
Bars & Nightlife
Sunny's Bar
Jazz and Blues Bar
253 Conover St
(between Beard St & Reed St)
Brooklyn, NY 11231
(718) 625-8211
Owner sunny has a history. local neighborhood bar with good conversation and good company. Say Hi to the long haired guy behind the bar- that's Sunny. His Brooklyn bluegrass/jazz bar is down to earth and real- you won't find any pretentiousness here. You'll have to get here by car since the closes Subway stop is a couple miles away.
Hotels
The New York Palace Hotel
455 Madison Ave
(between 50th St & 51st St)
New York, NY 10022
(212) 888-7000
The New York Palace Hotel is central to all the shopping, restaurants and bar locations. Free wi-fi, access to gym. Elegant and charming with an amazing staff.
Beautiful view of Manhattan. Clean, spacious and gorgeous. Beds are heavenly.
Stuff to Do
You've seen the "secret" recipes for their Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup. You attempted to make it at home and it just wasn't as good. If you're touring in NY, stop by and get the real deal. Check out the all the classic music memorabilia while you're at it and gather the band members in front of their famous guitar wall for a picture!
Add some culture into your life and check out the world renowned New York Metropolitan Museum of Art. This museum houses Historic Art, American Decorative Art, Egyptian Art, and European art. Don't forget the musical instruments exhibit and the exhibit of Arms and Armor. If you swing by on a Friday afternoon, chill out on the balcony and jam with the orchestra. The best parta? You set the price of your admission! And, Friday afternoon, an orchestra plays at the balcony!
Frick Collection
1 E 70th St
(Upper East Side Manhattan, between 5th Ave & Madison Ave)
New York, NY 10021
(212) 288-0700
If you're in the mood for 18th century French art, marvelous bronze sculptures and European artists, check out the Frick Museum. This museum was once home to Henry "The World's Most Hated Man" Frick. Fill out the exit questionnaire and get free postcards to send to all your groupies back home.
Dream come true for sweet-tooths. Almost always crowded with good reason. Every kind of candy that you could possibly imagine.
Dining
"I lived in Manhattan for nine years and while there are zillions of restaurants in the city, now that I am a Pennsylvanian, I tend to return to the ones that make Manhattan feel like home again. Mary Ann's -116 8th Ave, is located in Chelsea and has been around for quite some time. Located near the Atlantic Theater Company (a theater company that I founded with friends from NYU in the 1980's) Mary Ann's was the place for a starving actor like myself to get a great authentic Mexican meal without breaking the bank and without being rushed out the door."
Birdland is classy, dressy and sophisticated. It was named after saxophonist Charlie Parker. Serving southern food and cajun/creole with phenomenal service. Sit back, relax and enjoy the jazz/cabaret shows. A tip from the locals: Fridays are the best nights to visit Birdland.
Located inside the Four Seasons Hotel, L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon is elegant with the highest ceilings you've ever seen. The meals here are a culinary adventure; Best dishes: L'Amadai, Kobe Beef, and Crispy Langoustine Papillote with Basil Pesto. Its a splurge but worth every penny. Don't forget the bread- it was rated the best bread of 2007 by New York Magazine.
Best known for their mac n' cheese. Extensive beerlist. Top off your dinner with the Sweet Potato Pie.
