Confessions of a Neighborhood Blogger

We love NYC: Bloggers share what they adore about their neighborhoods

… gems that make it the singular place it is We asked some of the citys best chroniclers whator whothey love about where they live and they were alltoohappy to sing … possible way Editors note Theres a post on Tribeca Citizen about why Rogers is a treasure … Erik Torkells Tribeca …

By Virginia K. Smith |February 14, 2017 - 1:59PM

Neighborhood Intel

Neighborhood blogger Katia Kelly says there's plenty to explore in Carroll Gardens, but don't say you "discovered" it

By Virginia K. Smith |December 15, 2016 - 9:59AM

Neighborhood Intel

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

By Virginia K. Smith |November 15, 2016 - 9:59AM

Neighborhood Intel

Ridgewood is in the midst of a boom, but it's most definitely not "the next Bushwick"

By Virginia K. Smith |May 25, 2016 - 1:30PM

Neighborhood Intel

Long Island City is a haven for families and "BYOF" bars

By Virginia K. Smith |January 28, 2016 - 11:59AM

Neighborhood Intel

Hey Ridge: Bay Ridge is only out of the way if you don't live here

… the neighborhood and of course its real estate … What would you tell someone moving into the neighborhood … Bob … The … price as a roundtrip subway fare As for nightlife theres live music but Id try to check out the weekly trivia night …

By Virginia K. Smith |June 30, 2015 - 11:59AM

Neighborhood Intel

The Bed-Stuy Blog: Why the neighborhood needs better bagels, but will never be "the next Williamsburg"

By Virginia K. Smith |April 21, 2015 - 11:59AM

Troubleshooting

Come to the Rockaways for affordable apartments and hyper-local eateries, but beware of free-floating sand

… ups and downs highlighting the neighborhoods long history mapping its manifold bars and everything in between … area and more … What is one of the biggest misconceptions about the Rockaways … Theres a perception that the community … some space and easy access to outdoor activities … What about in terms of diningentertainment … Rockaway is known …

By Virginia K. Smith |March 25, 2015 - 8:59AM