Arthur Avenue’s Real Little Italy

New York’s Hidden Gem of Authentic Italian Flavor

"Life is a combination of magic and pasta" – Federico Fellini

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Arthur Avenue Retail Market, located in the historic “Little Italy” in the Bronx, The market specializes in Italian foods, bakery items, dry goods, meat and seafood - Shutterstock

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In today’s email:

• Arthur Avenue’s Real Little Italy

• A Visitor’s Guide to Central Park

• Around the Web: Wave Hill House; The Sisyphus Stones;

  NYC Sunset Spots Worth the Climb and a whole lot more…

• From Social Media - The Ultimate New York Travel Guide

• A Bite Out Of the Big Apple - How To Make CORN DOGS

• Curiosity Corner - The "Real" Little Italy- NYC's Best Kept Secret? (Arthur Ave, Bronx)

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Arthur Avenue’s Real Little Italy

Ask any New Yorker about Arthur Avenue in the Bronx and you get either puzzlement or a flood of loving sentiment about the real Little Italy of New York, the best place for bread, pasta, meat, pastries,espresso machines, the only place to buy Italian sausage, and more. The paradox is real: Many New Yorkers never heard of the place, while for others it’s home away from home … although it is often a well-kept secret

Italian deli in specialty market in Little Italy, Arthur Avenue in The Bronx - Shutterstock

A Visitor’s Guide to Central Park

Welcome to Central Park, New York City’s iconic urban oasis! Located in the heart of Manhattan, Central Park is a sprawling green space that offers a retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. 

Whether you’re looking for outdoor activities, cultural attractions or simply a place to relax, Central Park has something for everyone. Let us be your guide to this enchanting park.

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Around The Web

Wave Hill House

The Wave Hill House in the Riverdale section of the Bronx was designated a City landmark in 1966. The neo-Georgian stone mansion is part of a large estate overlooking the Hudson River and is operated as an education-cultural center with an arboretum, greenhouses, art galleries, and more

The Sisyphus Stones

Born in Albania at the meeting of two rivers, Uliks Gryka creates stone sculptures along the Hudson River, known as the Sisyphus Stones. Inspired by mythology and nature, the installations reflect resilience and beauty in the face of impermanence

The Little Red Lighthouse

Manhattan’s only remaining lighthouse acquired its affectionate nickname from Hildegarde H. Swift’s 1942 children’s classic, “The Little Red Lighthouse and the Great Gray Bridge.”

Welcome to Domino Park

Built on the site of the former Domino Sugar Refinery, the park is a tribute to the diversity and resiliency of generations of Domino workers, their families and their neighborhood

The Harlem Meer

The Harlem Meer is a water body in the northeast corner of Central Park—one of the most popular destinations in the area and known for its wealth of activities and scenic beauty

NYC Sunset Spots Worth the Climb

There’s something magical about a New York sunset—when the skyline turns gold, the river glimmers, and the rooftops catch fire in the fading light. Whether you’re standing in a quiet park or peering down from dizzying heights, twilight offers a new perspective on the city.

In this edition, we guide you to five of the best elevated sunset spots across New York City. Each one offers more than just a view—there’s something special to see, nearby sights to explore, and a glow you won’t forget

New York skyline seen from Brooklyn heights promenade - Shutterstock

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From Social Media

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A Bite Out Of the Big Apple

How To Make CORN DOGS

Curiosity Corner

The "Real" Little Italy- NYC's Best Kept Secret? (Arthur Ave, Bronx)

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