NYC Broadway Week 2016: 2-for-1 Tickets on Sale

Enjoy 2-for-1 tickets to award-winning dramas, hilarious comedies and must-see musicals during NYC Broadway Week. Tickets are limited.

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Hidden Gem in NYC - Romantic Fast Food Court Dinner Date with Amazing View

Hudson Eats at Brookfield Place in Battery Park Lower Manhattan

Truly, New York is not your average city.  Where in the world you can find a food court with great food and amazing view? Hudson Eats, a 30,000 square foot complex on the second floor of Brookfield Place (formerly the World Financial Center) is definitely not your average food court.  Some of the food stalls in the area are Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar, Chop't, Dos Toros Taqueria, Amada tapas, Financier Patisserie, Sprinkles, Black Seed Bagel, Umami Burger, Dig Inn and Skinny Pizza all under one roof?

Finding something new and interesting to do for your date night can be a challenge. It's so easy to get stuck in a rut or to avoid date night altogether because you think you need to spend a fortune to have a good time. This simply isn't true. Follow this plan for your next romantic evening, and both your sweetie and your wallet will thank you! I had a date here early January 2016 and I ordered 2 Umami burgers, a fries and 2 beers for only $48. Not bad at all for a romantic dinner for two. Then we strolled calmly along Hudson River for even more romantic scenery. We sat down in one of the benches and admired the view of New Jersey shore. You can immortalize this moment so feel free play with the dogs of the passers-by. It is time you learn where to take your #MissUniversengBuhayko in New York.

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Hidden Gem in NYC - City Hall Subway Ghost Station

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Hidden Gem in NYC - Whispering Gallery At The Grand Central Station

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Simbang Gabi sa Konsulado 2015

Photo credit Kabayan Restaurant 49-12 Queens Blvd, Queens, NY 11377

Simbang gabi sa konsulado Dec 7th- 15th, 6:30pm weekdays and 3pm weekends at Kalayaan Hall Philippine Center 556 Fifth Ave. New York NY.

What is Simbang Gabi? Simbang Gabi has become one of the most popular traditions in the Philippines during Christmas season. But it is not just a tradition that is celebrated because we need to do so. It is a significant moment not only because it strengthens relationships among family and friends but also because it is the time where our faith is intensified. This is the time where we mostly feel the presence of the Lord because it is the spiritual preparation for Christmas, the birth of Jesus Christ. For Filipino Catholics, Simbang Gabi is above all an expression of their filial devotion to Mary, the Mother of God. For nine consecutive days, they join and accompany her, so to speak, as she awaits the birth of her Son. For this reason, the Masses on these days are celebrated as solemn votive Masses in her honor. It does not matter if one has the stamina to complete the novena or not, what really matters is what is inside the heart. The blessing does not depend on the number of mass attended, but what is important is the disposition of the person who receives the Lord’s blessing.

As we all know, any Filipino event or gathering is not complete without delicious food and Simbang Gabi is not an excuse for a mouth-watering array of Pinoy delicacies to warm the hands and stomachs of churchgoers. The most popular foods during Simbang Gabi are puto bumbong and bibingka. These two Filipino rice cakes are always available during Christmas season. You can get bibingka which is freshly cooked between hot coals. Each bibingka may include a tiny slice of cheese and salted egg. Yum! Puto bumbong is another snack associated with Christmas. It is made of glutinous rice and is steamed in a small bamboo tube. It is purple in color so you won’t have any trouble distinguishing it from other rice cakes. When serving, melted butter is spread on the puto bumbong with freshly grated coconut and brown sugar.

It’s great that Filipinos living in New York are keeping this tradition alive every year. Let’s make Christmas Merry to all! Mabuhay!!!

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Three Reasons to Fall in Love this November

1. Fall foliage - November is as beautiful a month as any. It's only a matter of time before the trees are fully bare, which means plenty of crunchy leaves to step on and endless opportunities for pics of colorful leaf-lined paths. The fact that the weather is getting colder only serves as more of a reason to sip on hot drinks and bundle up in cozy sweaters, and a lot of cuddling.

2. Thanksgiving - What's not to love? Food, family, festivities..

3. December is Right Around the Corner - I know, I know. This is a list of reasons why November rocks, not December. But there's something about November is great because it is festive without being too much. All of that hustle and bustle is just few days ahead, so there is no need to feel like you are running out of time. Take everything in and get excited about the little things, like the very first snowfall of the year, decorate Christmas tree together, go to Xmas bazaars and have apple cider or hot choco or just stroll along Hudson river or in the parks. It's nice to simply relax and enjoy the anticipation together.

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10% Off on Tickets To NYC One World Observatory

The much-anticipated One World Observatory is now open to the public and for many of the people who made the trek to the top, it was a deeply moving experience. Be the first to visit the One World Observatory™ at One World Trade Center in the Northwest corner of the World Trade Center site and is bordered by West Street to the West, Vesey Street to the North and Liberty Street to the South.

Skypod” elevators shoot visitors up 1,250 feet in 60 seconds to reach the observatory housed in the nation's tallest skyscraper. The observatory is located on floors 100, 101 and 102 of One World Trade Center features panoramic views of the city and beyond, along with some fine places to nosh.

Get a sneak peek of One World Observatory and explore three levels filled with innovation and inspiration. Use coupon code C21OWO to get 10% off on selected tickets. Promo ends November 25th 2015. To buy tickets, visit their website https://oneworldobservatory.com.

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