Confessions of a Neighborhood Blogger

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

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

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

… in … Carroll Gardens has changed quite a bit since I moved here 31 years ago Back then it was an Italian neighborhood … many of these places are now gone though some are still around like Caputos Bakery Espositos Pork Store and Court … the streets of Carroll Gardens as many expat families move here so that their children can attend the French language …

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

… In spite of its recent boom there are still plenty of New … moving in … LIC is all about convenience and perfect for parents and young families Whether they be newborns toddlers … pizza served onpremises fresh out of the oven When I want a twist to the pizza staple or need to be indoors due …