Confessions of a Neighborhood Blogger

Neighborhood Intel

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

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

… As the outer boroughs get everpricier and developers attentions turn towards the Bronx Welcome 2 the Bronx has been a welcome reality check … García Conde about the influx of neighborhood newcomers the boroughs underrated food scene and where to look if youre …

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

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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

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

… still plenty of New Yorkers who dont know much about Long Island City beyond that iconic Pepsi sign its waterfront … down gourmet pizza and cheap drinks in the neighborhood … What would you tell someone moving in … LIC is all about … writ larger in LIC Namely the recent emphasis on building affordable housing in NYC means that the existing community …

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

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

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

… down here … What would you tell someone moving in … Any location in Rockaway is walking distance to the ocean andor … venture to the beach itself prepare for sand The wind blows it everywhere and it accumulates in the oddest places … … row These new additions include wine bars Sayras The Rock NYC Rockaways first proper Mexican restaurant Pico RBNY and …

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