Stupendous views of Manhattan and what feels like all of Brooklyn from the only tall-ish building around. And very good beer.

I read that the design of Central Park's curving spaces was a Romantic counter to the geometry of Enlightenment-era gardens. I heard this design was influenced by landscape painting, where its foreground, middleground, and background constantly shift as you walk the paths. I find new pockets and features every time I'm there. One of my favorite spots is with the Central Park Dance Skaters, a group that roller skates in circles all day to vintage electro funk. These characters generously lend you the feeling of being in your own 1980's New York film.

Lunch there before a visit at the MET with a walk in Central Park

One of my favorite shops in NY, very well curated…  clothes, furniture, ceramics, great things.  Constantly showing new pieces.

I buy gigantic dry-aged steaks and 1.5-inch pork chops here. The staff is really friendly and helpful.