The best place to see a dramatic sunset is right by Valentino Pier in my neighborhood of Red Hook, Brooklyn. This was right after a storm. It's wild and brilliant and peaceful all at once.

This little French-Morroccan restaurant is a perfect place for meeting artist friends and, of course, great escargot.

A very interesting selection of books.

Amazing curation by a passionate knowledgeable staff. Art, Design, Photo, Architecture, books etc.

Andrew Tarlow's Diner is a neighborhood institution and pioneer of gratuity-free establishments in Brooklyn. This place serves up breakfast, lunch and dinner in an old converted dining car under the Williamsburg bridge. A seasonal menu of fresh, New American style food that changes daily.