The blogger behind "Welcome 2 the Bronx" dishes on the REAL Little Italy, why the borough shouldn't be "colonized," and more

… outer boroughs get everpricier and developers attentions turn towards the Bronx Welcome 2 the Bronx has been a … the boroughs underrated food scene and where to look if youre still hoping to find a decentlypriced deal uptown  … … and organizations who have been working for decades to improve our communities and see how you can help … Where are …

By Virginia K. Smith |November 15, 2016 - 9:59AM
Long Island City is a haven for families and "BYOF" bars

… K6 or even teenagers there is no better place to raise your kids in the 21st century than Long Island City The … and so will your kids when youre ready to turn them loose Unlike Manhattan or even Brooklyn both the … in their quality of life and will forgo infrastructure improvements When the city goes to negotiate zoning …

By Virginia K. Smith |January 28, 2016 - 11:59AM
The Bed-Stuy Blog: Why the neighborhood needs better bagels, but will never be "the next Williamsburg"

in terms of diningentertainment … Sadly its difficult to buy in BedStuy these days Brownstones are going for $1 … of money I also buy my wine at Olivino on Tuesdays theres a 10 percent discount if you purchase two or more bottles Bed … want you moving to my neighborhood anyway People assume things about BedStuy without ever coming here They dont know …

By Virginia K. Smith |April 21, 2015 - 11:59AM
Bushwick Daily: locals love free beer and cheap tacos, but don't call them "settlers"

… to get a feel for a place is by reading a neighborhoods blog In our  Confessions of a Neighborhood Blogger  series we spoke to the writers who chronicle the … 12 of the best NYC neighborhoods for recent college grads 2014 edition The 8 best websites for finding a no fee …

By Virginia K. Smith |December 29, 2014 - 9:59AM