1. Getting in shape to prepare for summer has kept my mind filled with images of beaches and bikinis. Everyone always makes a New Years resolution to loose weight or get in shape- and I am no different. Since January 1st I have committed to a healthy diet and regular exercise- and I feel great. The magic behind getting back in shape- SOUL CYCLE. The first time I went I was skeptical- Soul Cycle has become the trendy new workout in NYC and prices are $34 per class. Yet, when I came out of the first class I was hooked. The entire Soul Cycle mentality has drawn me in and I am obsessed. After each class I feel like I have experienced a spin class, a night out of dancing, and a therapy session all in one. If you have yet to try out a Soul Cycle class check out https://www.soul-cycle.com to sign up, I promise you won't be disappointed!
2. Enjoy a boozy brunch at one of the many NYC hot spots. Brunch is a New York City weekly phenomenon. And when theres snow outside brunch can turn into a 4-5 hour event. Over the past two months I have been exploring new places in my neighborhood that offer good boozy brunch deals.
-Arte Cafe on 76th and Columbus offers all you can drink for as long as you want for $18. While pricier than some other options, the food was amazing and so were the staff! Nothing is worse than watered down drinks, or rude waitstaff at a boozy brunch. I hate feeling like a restaurant is trying to push you out or move you along as quick as possible during brunch. At Arte Cafe my friends and I enjoyed brunch and catching up for over 4 hours and they never once asked us to leave or cut off our unlimited mimosas.
-Cantina is a new Mexico bar/restaurant/lounge that just opened down the street. I went to check it out for drinks when the brunch menu caught my eye. The next weekend my friend and I decided to try brunch- $20 for an entree and all you can drink mimosas or margaritas! Their take on Mexican breakfast was awesome- we both had the smoked salmon, goat cheese quesadilla and it was incredible!
- Then we have Bistro 1018, a classic favorite of mine. $20 for an entree off the brunch menu and all you can drink- I love this place. A couple friends and I went here for New Years Day brunch and it was perfect- not too crowded, great service, and good food. The staff is used to a young crowd on the weekends and is always ready to fill up that glass!
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| Gina and I catching up at brunch at Arte Cafe! |
3. Hangout at the Standard Beer Garden! I thought it was odd when I had two friends throwing birthday parties at The Standard this month. I always thought of the beer garden as a summer hangout! Nope, it is just as much fun in the winter because the garden is enclosed and has heat lamps throughout. You almost feel like its summer and you are hanging outside at the long picnic benches enjoying a beer. Even though its still snowing outside, the Standard beer garden is a great hangout, with an extra large assortment of beers served in extra large jugs with pretzels- you'll feel like you're back at Oktoberfest!
4. Stay warm at Schoolbreds. It has been one of my favorite bars in the city for years now. The best part is, they have a fireplace in the back of the bar. It gives the bar a wintery feel and draws in crowds on Friday and Saturday nights. If your in the mood for a drinks in a cozy pub, Schoolbreds is the place to be!
5. If all else fails, make the most of this snowy winter. Venture into the cold and take in how pretty the city can be after a snowfall! I walked around Central Park after one of the hundred storms, and it can truly be a beautiful sight- even if your freezing!
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