"Not your circus, not your monkeys!" . Focus on YOUR monkeys! If someone is rude or does something mean to you, it's THEIR problem, not yours! . Life will be much easier, you'll definitely be happier and will eventually onde attract people in the same good vibe as you. . . . Photo Credit: @lower.east.side_
The biggest business summit in NYC with 10 World Icons on stage!!! . The 1st Synergy Global Forum (@sgforum17) will take place on October 27th and 28th, at The Theater at Madison Square Garden. During the two day forum you will have the opportunity to experience the top thought leaders and influencers from around the globe who will present ideas that can shape the future. . See 10 Global Icons on one stage: acclaimed author Malcolm Gladwell (@malcolmgladwell); publishing titans Arianna Huffington (@ariannahuff) and Steve Forbes (@forbes); economist Nassim Taleb; and tech experts Jimmy Wales (@wikipedia), Guy Kawasaki (@guykawasaki) and Gary Vaynerchuk (@garyvee). and more! . It will be an incredible 2 days of learning, inspiration and networking, with 5,500 participants from all across the world! . Every year, Synergy Global Forum hosts conferences all around the world, offering professionals and entrepreneurs in Europe, Asia and North America the chance to learn, network, share and grow with the brightest minds in myriad fields. . All of our followers, readers and clients have an exclusive 30% DISCOUNT in any ticket tiers through a Special Code: SGF30A!!! . Link in Bio to purchase tickets!
Whatchya doing tonight??? ⚡️🙃 . . . Photo Credit: @lower.east.side_
Sky Studies is a long term project that started with a shot of the moon in the sky of New York City. The world situation right now sets us all up to constantly look down. . Sky Studies is a reminder of what a vast universe we live in and that despite it all, there is a whole lot of reasons to look up and more importantly, gives us reasons to keep moving and why we need to resist. . The first edition of the exhibit is composed of images of what can be found above and right in front us, incredible moon shots, the historical eclipse, a rare image of the sun plus skies with a color palette that will mesmerize you. . The next edition will be composed of images of São Paulo and the third, the city of Ho Chi Minh. . Join the artist, Marina Atallah (@atmarinaa) tonight, September 15th, 6pm - 10pm, at 131 Eldridge Street.
Top 10 places to eat in Crown Heights!!! . The diversity of Crown Heights lends to the neighborhood’s character in many ways: from its street fashion to its colorful storefronts to its art and, perhaps most notably, its plethora of cuisine. . Indeed, when it comes to foodie destinations, you’d be hard fought to find one as agreeable as this Brooklyn neighborhood. . Whether you’ve just got a few bucks or want to indulge your gluttonous side with a multi-course meal, take a look to see the top 10 spots to eat in Crown Heights chosen by Diane Pham, from 6Sqft (@6sqft), exclusively for us! . Link in Bio! . . . Photo Credits: Courtesy of @shalom_serraf_arts and all the Venues
Behind-the-Scenes Secret Tour at the Abandoned Ellis Island Hospital!!!⠀ .⠀ If you’re the adventurous type, love exploring these out of bound spots and is also into a bit of history and secret stories, this is the perfect tour for you!⠀ .⠀ "The abandoned Ellis Island Hospital complex—once the standard for United States medical care (and later transformed to the FBI headquarters when the island served as a detention center)—has been left to decay for nearly 60 years. ⠀ .⠀ Now, we are bringing you behind-the-scenes for an unique exploration of the abandoned facility; on this experience, you’ll visit the contagious disease wards, the autopsy rooms and have exclusive access to places usually closed to the public.⠀ .⠀ While Ellis Island has become one of New York City’s top tourist attractions, drawing over two million visitors per year, the 22-building South Side hospital complex is hidden in plain sight, just to the left of disembarking passengers headed towards the Great Hall. Looking at its desolate, skeletal frame now, it’s difficult to imagine its backstory as one of the largest public health undertakings in American history. Join us for our upcoming hard hat tour, guided by a Save Ellis Island docent, where we’ll uncover its many, buried secrets."⠀ .⠀ So cool, right?⠀ .⠀ Contact us for further information and prices! Tours happen every Saturday!⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ Texts excerpts by our Partner!⠀ Photo: Take by our Founder, Fê
At our first meeting...yes, at the Park! The perks of living in our beautiful New York City!
apArt Private Gallery Presentes: Terebentina by Marcello Serpa (@marcello_serpa)! . We’re very excited to be Sponsors of the 1st NY edition of apArtGallery (@apart.gallery ) , a private and unique art event!!! After all, we’ve always been big fans of the artist: Marcello! . Marcello Serpa was born in 1962 in São Paulo, Brazil, but grew up in Rio de Janeiro.He was “baptized” as an artist though his grandfather’s paintbrushes that were anointed with turpentine throughout his childhood. . Painting took him to Design, and Design led him to Advertising. . After winning countless awards as a Creative Director in Advertising, in 2015 he decided that it was time to return to his brushes and canvas. . After all, it was his soul as a Painter that has always determined his path and life choices. . Marcello is one of the rare cases in which he did not become a Fine Artist after working in Advertising. Instead, he used his exquisite talent as an Artist, within his renowned Advertising career. . A Painter even before leaving him mom’s womb, an Artist since birth, and a human being in essence. . His first individual exhibition will be called “TEREBENTINA” (Turpentine). . . . Photo Credit: Courtesy of Bruno Lemos
Good morning from the colorful Upper West Side!!! . . . Photo Credit: @imxplorer
Show this to a friend that really needs to follow their dreams!!! 💪🏼👊🏼💛⚡️
Meet & Greet with Lady Gaga!!! .⠀ We had 2 of our clients attend a super exclusive Meet & Greet with Lady Gaga during this on-going Joanne Tour that will end only in December!⠀ .⠀ The Meet & Greet took place in at Chicago show and, of course, was a really fantastic experience!⠀ .⠀ Take a look to see how Peg’s and Gene’s (@genepauly) experience was!⠀ .⠀ If you also want to meet Gaga, contact us!!!⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ Photo Credits: Courtesy of Lady Gaga and Gene Pauly.
The biggest business summit in NYC with 10 World Icons on stage!!!⠀ .⠀ The 1st Synergy Global Forum (@sgforum17) will take place on October 27th and 28th, at The Theater at Madison Square Garden. During the two day forum you will have the opportunity to experience the top thought leaders and influencers from around the globe who will present ideas that can shape the future.⠀ .⠀ See 10 Global Icons on one stage: acclaimed author Malcolm Gladwell (@malcolmgladwell); publishing titans Arianna Huffington (@ariannahuff) and Steve Forbes (@forbes); economist Nassim Taleb; and tech experts Jimmy Wales (@wikipedia), Guy Kawasaki (@guykawasaki) and Gary Vaynerchuk (@garyvee). and more!⠀ .⠀ It will be an incredible 2 days of learning, inspiration and networking, with 5,500 participants from all across the world!⠀ .⠀ Every year, Synergy Global Forum hosts conferences all around the world, offering professionals and entrepreneurs in Europe, Asia and North America the chance to learn, network, share and grow with the brightest minds in myriad fields.⠀ .⠀ All of our followers, readers and clients have an exclusive 30% DISCOUNT in any ticket tiers through a Special Code: SGF30A!!!⠀ .⠀ Link in Bio to purchase tickets!
We LOVE you New York!!! 16 years and going strong!!! 💛👊🏼💪🏼🙏 . . . Photo Credit: @wantedvisual
We know that New York is know for the fashion, experiences, landmarks...and also, for food! But, today we're talking about a favorite pick: cupcakes! . We are particularly fond of Red Velvet cupcakes and every time we have a chance to try one at a new place, we jump at the opportunity! . Sweethaus (@sweethaus), in South Williamsburg has always been a place we've wanted to stop by and yesterday, we finally made it! . The place is super charming and the greenish façade is pretty catchy to the eyes! As you walk in, that delicious smell of freshly baked goodies flow in! . There are a few tables near a big window, natural light and a huge bar. The goodies are places inside a big display and we have to confess, we had a hard time to pick something! The all looked amazing!!! . In the back, there is a huge wall with candy jars, for self service! We got a few different options and selected 2 cupcakes: red velvet (as always), and chocolate caramel! . We can't wait to go back! . Location: 135 Metropolitan Avenue
A little bit of Montreal in NYC!⠀ .⠀ The Mile End Delicatessen (@mileenddeli) is a well-known restaurant that opened it’s first store in Boerum Hill, Brooklyn. They do have a second spot in NoHo, Manhattan!⠀ .⠀ Their mission was to "share the classic Jewish comfort food of their childhood. Using their grandmothers’ recipes as a starting point, they updated traditional dishes and elevated them with fresh ingredients and from-scratch cooking techniques.” Yum!!!⠀ .⠀ All their ingredients are carefully source to guarantee the best quality. Plus, they are always sure not to buy anything with antibiotics, hormones and other undesired “stuff”. Definitely our style spot!⠀ .⠀ The place prides itself with a very unique cuisine mixing Jewish tradition with the Canadian style…and the result? Delicious!⠀ .⠀ Some of the dishes you might want to start off by trying are: Smoked Meat Hash - Smoked brisket, potato, caramelized onions, sunny eggs; Mont Royal - Potato latkes, smoked salmon, sour cream, tobiko caviar; the Breakfast Sandwich - Fried eggs, maple bacon, cheddar, rye; Schemer - Cream cheese, tomato, onion, capers; Larry David - Whitefish salad, chive cream cheese, lettuce, coleslaw, cucumber; Hot Dogs in a Blanket - Like your bar mitzvah, but better; Matzo Ball Soup - Chicken broth, poached chicken, carrot, celery, onion, dill and the Falafel Pita - Israeli salad, tahini sauce, pickled turnips, slaw, mint, garlic sauce.⠀ .⠀ The list is endless actually, so be sure to go there, and we are certain…you’ll be back!⠀ .⠀ Locations: 97A Hoyt Street, Brooklyn and 53 Bond Street, Manhattan
Brazil reads Brasil!!!! *Free Event!!!*⠀ .⠀ Evoé (@evoecollective) is an artistic collective created by four Brazilian female artists based in New York City, whose main objective is to promote Brazilian culture abroad through the production of stage readings and the creation of original contents. “We want to showcase the universality of our stories, to bring together national Brazilian productions and the international stage. We feel that New York is lacking a platform through which Brazilian artists can share their experiences with the world,” says Bárbara Eliodorio.⠀ .⠀ Evoé’s first project is a series of stage readings called “Brazil reads Brasil” beginning Fall 2017. The chosen text is “The Seven Kittens”, written by the Brazilian legend, Nelson Rodrigues. The stage reading will happen on September 13th at Punto Space, in Manhattan, and will be directed by Debora Balardini, one of the founders of the group .BR, the only Brazilian theatre in NYC. Laila Garroni explains, “we want to be the a place of connection of Brazilian artists eradicated here. We are not a theatre nor production company, we are here to develop ideas and new projects, finding within our community, artists that share our vision.”⠀ .⠀ “We are living a beautiful wave in which minorities are claiming their right to tell their stories. It was about time women, the black community, and the LGBTQ community had as much visibility. This is the movement we are part of, a movement that wants to nourish and support these voices. We want to showcase our own roots and our birthplace hopefully revealing our culture to the world”, declares Isabella Pinheiro.⠀ .⠀ Date: September 13th⠀ Time: 7pm⠀ Location: Punto Space (@puntospace)- 325 West 38th Street⠀ Price: FREE!⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ Photo Credit: Aline Muller
This is for the stylish guys out there!⠀ .⠀ We love everything about Cotter Barber (@cotterbarber), located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn!⠀ .⠀ Not only they are a fantastic barber shop with extremely talented professionals as part of their team, but they also some of the best coffee in the neighborhood!⠀ .⠀ Their espresso bar is fantastic, with lots of delicious treats to pair with your coffee. If you’re a bit hungry, they have a great selection of sandwiches, cookies and other pastries.⠀ .⠀ They also sell countless goods by local artists like cool "f*ck it” mugs, skin care products by Triumph and Disaster (@triumphanddisaster) and a whole range of other products. Also, they sell small leather goods by Little Ways NY (@littlewaysny) and even roasted coffee to take home!⠀ .⠀ You can book your appointment to guarantee your spot, but they also welcome walk-ins, so don’t feel intimidated to just pass by and check them out! Be sure to try their classic cuts and straight razor shaves!⠀ .⠀ No one can take care of your pup while you go there? Well, they are super pet-friendly, so bring the little ones with you! They’ll definitely be pampered as well.⠀ .⠀ Location: 563 Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn⠀ Hours: 9am - 9pm⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ Photo Credit: Courtesy of Cotter Barber

DINNER UNDER THE BRIDGE

I really can't put into words the breathtaking experience that Komeeda NYC hosted with Chef Shuchi! Thank you for this amazing Indian inspired dinner and do keep us posted on the following dinner. Guys, to receive more information of these privileged events, sign up online at www.komeeda.com...and get ready to feast!

A MUSIC HAVEN IN WILLIAMSBURG

This is surely one of the best places to visit in NY, if you're into great music, a great selection of books and magazines, delicious coffee and drinks, plus...if you're a vinyl lover or collector!

Amidst the many amazing works spread throughout the huge 15,000 warehouse, you'll find from old all-time favorites to upcoming artists and great hits!

 

MEET & GREET WITH... LADY GAGA

I don't know about you guys, but we're obsessed with Lady Gaga! We love her style, her energy, her authentic and disruptive personality! We couldn't be happier to announce that we have VIP Tickets for all the 45+ shows in the Joanne World Tour! You'll be able to meet her, talk, take pictures, see the "behind the scenes" of it all! Contact us!!!

EXPLORING THE BEAUTY OF UPSTATE NY

Our Founder recently interviewed Juliette Hermant, founder of Maison Bergogne - an antique, decor and design service shop in Narrowsburg, NY.

Juliette is a painter, photographer and interior designer that moved in the US from Paris in 2007. Not fulfilled with the City, she moved to Narrowsburg and acquire a beautiful brick 1920's industrial building. Take a look at her great tips for an unforgettable weekend! 

NYC CUSTOMIZED CITY GUIDES

Hey Guys! After receiving numerous requests for customized BTSNYC Guides, here it is! 

If you will visit NYC and would like to request a customized City Guide, please contact us so we can figure out the best tips for you and your friends/family!

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CONCIERGE SERVICES

From simple services like car rentals and car transfers, to customized travel management, private event organization, personal styling and shopping, beauty styling and shopping, art tours, photographer requests and even real estate consultation for apartment purchases or short/long term rentals...we offer it all!

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ABOUT US

"Strengthening the local community and disrupting   the status quo of NY tourism far from the touristy scene!"

Behind the Scenes NYC (BTSNYC) is a collection of tips about New York, far away from the touristy places. After all, the best part of a trip is "UnCovering" the cool, hype spots that only locals know about!

The posts are about the best spots selected by New Yorkers with tips about Gastronomy, Hotels, Culture (Art, Exhibitions), Nightlife (Bars, Clubs, Shows, Private Events), Fashion, Health & Beauty, Innovation & Technology, Trends and secrets of New York for those who are visiting or that live in town!

Photo Credit: Allied Works Architecture

Photo Credit: Allied Works Architecture

SHOPPING & SERVICES

Not much to explain about Shopping, right?

Well, the city is one of the planet's shopping capitals! You can and will find anything and everything you can imagine….and note!…when we say shopping, it is definitely not limited to Fashion, nor limited to ultra high expenditures... It's surely a heavenly kingdom for those eager to shop, shop, shop!

We also offer numerous Offline Services to make your experience as memorable as possible!

Photo Credit: Menglin Huang

Photo Credit: Menglin Huang

CURIOSITIES

Photography! City Secrets! Day Trips! Weekend getaways! Curiosities! Nostalgic Moments! Hidden Spots! Tips for the Cool Kids! Touristy One-Time-Must-See places ! Cool Services!

….plus our "NYC Hush Hush Tips" where we invite renowned people from all over the World to give their NY Secret tips!

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Ludlow Hotel

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Ludlow Hotel

HOTELS & GASTRONOMY

New York City has numerous Hotels (expensive ones, but also the right one for your pocket) and other interesting short term rental options. The State of New York has plenty of fascinating places to visit over long weekends, or even for short day trips.

Plus, NYC is a vivacious and dynamic city that you can actually enjoy the culinary scene with food from any place you can imagine in the World! The food in the State of New York is also delicious with farm to table, organic cuisines!

You'll surely never get bored with what New York has to offer!

ENTERTAINMENT

The Art scene in NY is simply breathtaking! The city offers (daily) an amazing variety of Art works, Installations, Galleries, Shows, Music, Ballet & Dance, countless Museums, etc! Many of them are Free events spread around town...you just have to stay tuned to see what's up next! 

The Business Scene? Well, New York City is one of the most important business capitals in the world, where the most important events, such as seminars, fairs, conferences take place…in every Market and Industry! 

The Nightlife is restless and definitely amusing for the night owls that enjoy a prime party scene, or more underground spots! There are always new places to go and have fun, so you'll definitely be wearing your party shoes...

For those who are more into Fitness & Health, it's not a problem! So are we! New York has countless places to train and sweat it off, eat healthy and experience the benefits of a balanced lifestyle - from new Vegan spots, to hype fitness centers and great beauty products to buy!

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Photo Credit: @thenoelife

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