Sculpture by Tom Otterness at the 8th Avenue subway station at 14th street 

This botanical garden is massive. If you like to be surrounded by foliage, bring a picnic on a nice day.

This is a tiny street with a lot of character and can be often missed. I love the little brick houses and coloring of the street.

My friends, Dee & Ricky, recently opened up their own restaurant at the ripe age of 24 in the Clinton Hill neighborhood. I stop in here every now and then for the roti. Also, there's a really cool (Nigeria-owned) sandwich & smoothie spot next door that is not pictured.

At independent record label RVNG’s Commend Records you can shop for vinyl from artists like….along with an eclectic mix of clothing, ceramics, and more.