1 comments about Impressions of New York: Prints from the New-York Historical Society.

1. Impressions Of New York: Prints From The New York Historical Society serves a dual purpose: it provides a companion to an exhibition celebrating the Historical Society's bicentennial anniversary, gathering a selection of historic images of the city from 1672 to present; and it also serves as a stand-alone volume capturing the images and written stories of the people and places of the city. Each duotone print or illustration is centered on a full page with a facing page describing history and painting origin. An outstanding tribute which works as well alone as with the exhibit.

3 comments about Belly Up to the Bar: Dining at New York City's Top Restaurants without Reservation(s).

1. I thought the concept of this book was brilliant and I wondered if it would live up to my expectations. It did so and more. The author provides an insider's view of what to order and how to order it "at the bar" at the city's great dining spots. Mitchell somehow manages even to convey the ambiance of the places. I can't wait to try all these great places without having to plan ahead!



2. BELLY UP TO THE BAR: DINING WITH NEW YORK CITY'S CELEBRITY CHEFS WITHOUT RESERVATIONS is a guide to getting into the best Manhattan restaurants without reservations, and is a pick for any collection strong in New York travel guides. Each bar receives a 2-page description with all the information on ambiance to number of bar seats to people. From assessments of formality to etiquette and of course food quality, the book assesses only New York's best.



3. Reviewed by Nikki Pringle for Reader Views (7/08)
   
   "Belly Up to the Bar" is a collection of reviews of 101 New York City restaurants that service their full menu at the bar. All restaurants included in the book have a Zagat rating of 23 or higher, and some are Michelin starred as well. While it could take up to a month to get a reservation for a seat in the dining area at most of these establishments, you can walk in off of the street and pull up a stool to the bar without reservations. Restaurants highlighted include well-revered spots like Jean Georges, Gramercy Tavern, wd-50, Babbo, and Veritas.
   
   Each of the 101 establishments in the book list the address, phone number, Zagat rating, Michelin rating (if any), website address and the name of the chef. The author gives wonderful descriptions of the atmosphere at each location, including the crowd that typically frequents the bar (businessmen, vacationers, opera-goers, thirty-something's, couples, older foodies, etc.). The décor of the location is included as well as what to expect when you pull up a seat and ask for a menu, right down to the type of placemat that is laid before you, the bartenders' knowledge of the menu, the bread and butter and how it is served, and if water is provided without asking.
   
   Background information on some of the chef's and the concepts behind their menu design and the set-up of their dining establishments is included. "Belly Up to the Bar" also highlights the beer and wine selections available at each site, and the price ranges that you can expect for your drinks. Quite a few of the appetizers, entrees and desserts available at the restaurants are noted, along with their prices, and the author tells you what she ordered and how it was. Handy indexes are also included for the 101 restaurants included in the guide, broken down by cuisine, location and Michelin star rating.
   
   I would suggest this guide to any New Yorker who appreciates fine dining and doesn't mind the less-formal bar and lounge area as long as the food is just as good as what is served in the dining room. Vacationers planning a trip to New York City will find this guide no less handy than those native to New York, as with so many dining options to choose from, even native New Yorkers probably don't know which spots offer full menu's at the bar for those times when you can't possible wait four weeks for a table. "Belly Up to the Bar" by J.S. Mitchell is a guide that will allow you to walk into the setting with confidence, knowing the crowd to expect, the attire required, the atmosphere, and the certainty that you can pull up a bar stool without reservations for a great meal.

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2 comments about ABC in NYC (All 'Bout Cities).

1. kids who live in nyc (or any big city) don't see too many "cows" to go with their learning of the letter "c." similarly, kids who live in the country or the suburbs don't know much about newsstands or hot dog vendors. this book has really unique, authentic new york city photos for each letter of the alphabet. it's a great way to expand the typical alphabet book genre. i've bought it for three of my friends with young children and they all love it.



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2 comments about Home Plate: The Culinary Road Trip of Cooperstown.

1. The second book is a great book for the visitor to Cooperstown. Filled with information about Coopertown and the surrounding area. The business profiles are informative and well researched. The recipes are great using NY state products. There are great graphics, wonderful quotes and facts.



2. A very well thought out collection of recipes from local businesses and vendors in Cooperstown NY and surrounding areas. They make wonderful gifts for people and I have been complimented on every recipe I got from this book! Great cook book. A +

No comments about Away for the Weekend: New York: Revised and Updated Edition (Away for the Weekend(R)).

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No comments about Touring Gotham's Archaeological Past: 8 Self-Guided Walking Tours through New York City.

No comments about Rand McNally 4th Edition Buffalo/Niagara street guide.

1 comments about Hagstrom New York City 5 Borough Street Atlas (Hagstrom New York City Five Borough Atlas (Laminated)).

1. For those of you with the 2005 Second Digital non-laminated Edition, this is the same thing, only with a different cover, and each page is laminated. If you have the 2005 edition, don't waste your time getting this thing. I don't believe it's Amazon's fault. Hagstrom clearly is an unscrupulous merchant.