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

I took this image looking straight up at the barrel-vaulted ceiling which is decorated with constellations. The more prominent stars are lit up by LEDs. This space is one of the most magical in the city. According to legend, the sky was intentionally inverted to show how it would appear from God’s point of view from beyond the celestial sphere.

Boutique that is dangerously good and full of gems.

Fun selection of mid century and post modern furniture and design objects.

An institution in Carroll Gardens that never lets you down. Don’t miss the prunes dessert or the wine bar, Franks, next door.