The Ear Bar has been in New York longer than any of us. In a city of vacuous fleeting trendy bars the Ear Bar (which is really called the Ear Inn but I've never called it that) is the real deal.

Empty, but not abandoned, this cavernous Brooklyn loading dock was once considered the largest individual building in the world.

My first job in the city. The family and friends and raised New York Megan. Also very good coffee. And lovely neighbors.

This is my go-to spot in my neighborhood. The food is fantastic. They have an ever changing selection of beers and the staff is friendly, attentive and down to earth. Love this place.

The amazing sidewalks across the street from the New York Public Library.