It's all about the little corner downstairs with a great selection of Japanese knives. -Preeti Mistry, Top Chef
Promoters held a series of free concerts here in an attempt to build the island's reputation as a destination for music. Now, they're hosting ticketed concerts. En savoir plus .
Chop't is like Chipotle, but for salads. For newcomers, I recommend the Cobb salad. - Adam Ostrow
Vintage vixens who crave the Mad Men look shop at Decades for one-of-a-kind vintage finds. -Patti Stanger, Millionaire Matchmaker
The brunch menu ventures into playful fare like the most popular dish, "eggs in a nest," two eggs served any style over parmesan toast. The mimosas, bloody Marys and sunflower martinis are also good. En savoir plus .
Great place to get a huge platter of meat. Go on the night of an Argentinean soccer game for a fun crowd. -Eli Kirshtein, Top Chef
This hangout from the impresarios behind the exclusive Rose Bar and Beatrice Inn is becoming a privileged pilgrimage of hip Manhattanites looking for a bite. Wear your best; it's all about the scene.
This VC firm has invested in the likes of Foursquare, Boxee, Disqus and more. Step into @FredWilson's office to see the art painting which his Twitter avatar is based-off. - Vadim Lavrusik En savoir plus .
wkd-only furniture sales: top-quality, never-before-owned stuff for up to 70% off, including one-of-a-kind prototypes & showroom-model couches which're way more plush & cushy than runway-model couches En savoir plus .
Built in 1840, the Mexican-American War Treaty was signed here in 1846. This restaurant is known for its tragic love story of Armando and Inez where it is said they haunt still today.
Wood Ranch Barbeque is the bomb while you're enjoying your BBQ Tri Tip and Peanut Slaw in the Agoura Hills. -Patti Stanger, Millionaire Matchmaker
Welcome to the oldest farmers' market in the US. This is the place to try some scrapple, stock up on apple butter and splurge on a handmade quilt. En savoir plus .
Try the Flatiron Steak Frites entrée ($28), the pastrami Rueben on country white bread ($15), or the BLT Burger with aged cheddar ($16). En savoir plus .
Cheesy now has new meaning w/ this artisanal curd shop slinging local & imported cheese like Pecorino from Black Sheep, which thinks you'll go for this, 'cause this is where it's at. En savoir plus .
Soba noodles are made fresh daily, as is the tofu, using soybeans also grown on the owner's farm, situated outside Montreal. Popular dishes include the soba salad, zaru soba, and salmon teriyaki. En savoir plus .
The greatest men's store in the city, on a great block for shopping. -Andy Cohen, Watch What Happens Live!
In his NY Diet, Jeffrey Steingarten calls Eataly "spectacular" - there are "wonderful, delicious pastas," "wonderful" pizza, not to mention great crudo, breadsticks, and Pat LaFrieda steak. En savoir plus .
The Lobster Duck is the best I've ever had! -Ron Duprat, Top Chef
It's official - housemade artisanal sodas are having a moment. Try one of our favorites here: cucumber mint, which you can also get as a fizzy wine cooler mixed with Grüner Veltliner ($8). En savoir plus .
This one-stop shop is a master mixer of 300-plus trendy brands, from LaRok and Marc Jacobs to Elizabeth & James. Tip: Sign up for their Lust List weekly newsletter and get 15% off your entire purchase
This collection of Asian art includes more than 300 paintings, sculptures & architectural items. Although originally acquired for personal enjoyment, many pieces in this collection are museum quality.
My neighborhood Middle Eastern restaurant. Puffy, just-baked-in-a-brick-oven pita bread with great salads. -Anita Lo, Top Chef
Patrons tend to start out with a plate of slender, sugar-crusted churros with melted dunking chocolate ($10), but diners might do just as well splitting the brioche French toast ($12). En savoir plus .
At the basement of a corner Taio shop lies a seductive laid-back dungeon, where you can lounge and sip on some great margaritas. -Julie Kwon, Launch My Line
Attention, girlie-girls: This store stocks romantic lingerie, lacy separates and handpicked vintage pieces. With prices as sweet, it's no wonder low-key stars like Anne Hathaway make it a must.
You won't find burritos, sour cream or orange cheese on the menu. Instead, try Camaron tacos (grilled shrimp with Mexican slaw, pico de gallo and chipotle salsa, $5 for two) or tamales. En savoir plus .
