THE HALF KING Celebrates 10-Year-Reign Over New York City Dining Scene

THE HALF KING CELEBRATES TEN YEAR REIGN OVER NEW YORK

THE CITY’S HIPPEST DINING HOTSPOT

New York’s hip Chelsea eatery, The Half King recently celebrated its 10^th anniversary— guests joined owners, Nanette Burstein (Film Director, Going the Distance), Scott Anderson, (Novelist, Triage and Moonlight Hotel, as well as War Correspondent) and Sebastian Junger (New York Times Best-Selling Author, WAR & Award-Winning Film Producer, RESTREPO), along with Executive Chef Gregory Baumel and Manager Sinead Duell, to fête the urban joint.

Hitting the New York City dining scene with an eclectic menu, relaxed vibe and spirited setting, The Half King celebrated the milestone, opening its doors to friends and family with an anniversary fête, featuring inventive gourmet bites and cocktails, as well as live music from Morning Star, who played a combination of Irish Traditional Music & Songs that brought guests to their feet.

The Half King exudes a rustic and warm environment comprised of a décor, complete with salvaged wood from a 200-year-old barn. The 30-foot bar encircles the space for drinks, while large wooden booths provide the perfect setting for dinner or cocktails. Adding an even more unique touch, every six weeks, a new photojournalist’s artwork adorns the walls, offering eyepieces while dining on plush, comfy couches. This upbeat eatery is conveniently located alongside The High Line’s newest elevator entrance (opening soon) and showcases an ambient Rock n’ Roll atmosphere complete with a large side walk café and a welcoming back garden. Each week, The Half King hosts a reading series in association with publishers such a Doubleday, Harper Collins and Scribner, as well as Esquire, National Geographic, Vanity Fair and Harper’s magazine.

About the Owners: In addition to owning and operating The Half King, Sebastian Junger recently produced the critically-acclaimed documentary, RESTREPO, based on his book, WAR, which reached No. 2 on The New York Times Best-Sellers List and chronicles his fourteen-month journey with the U.S.’s 173^rd Airborne brigade in Afghanistan’s Korengal Valley. Having garnered the Grand Jury Prize for Documentary at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival, RESTREPO was released summer 2010 in twenty-eight theaters by The National Geographic Channel. Sebastian has been featured on such shows as Comedy Central’s The John Stewart Show, CNN’s Anderson Cooper 360° and HBO’s Real Time with Bill Maher. This month, The Half King Co-Owner, Nanette Burstein premiered her directed feature film, Going the Distance, starring Drew Barrymore, Justin Long and Christina Applegate.

The Half King (www.thehalfking.com)

505-507 West 23^rd Street

New York City

The Half King’s Sidewalk Café

The Half King’s Bar

Sebastian Junger, Nanette Burstein, Scott Anderson (R. Cole for Rob Rich)

Gregory Baumel, Sinead Duell (R. Cole for Rob Rich)

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Say Hello to Nolita

Nolita New York City



Nolita is a lovely neighborhood in New York City, which no one seems to know where it is located. It is a tiny area situated between Little Italy, Soho, Noho and the Lower East Side. It gets it's name from North of Little Italy. This small neighborhood does have it's stylish appeal. Nolita is home to many young professionals which are known as "Hip" such as fashion photographers, stylist and many more in the field.






Nolita offers an opportunity for shoppers! It is the home to many ressurection style boutiques that still maintain that twist of sophistication. NYC offers shopping tours to Soho and Nolita read more.
Let's put it this way: "Nolita is one of New York's Most Unique Shopping Districts".












This little neighborhood is also the home to many restaurants and cafes where one can simply enjoy a variety of cuisines. One can stop by Cafe' Habana, where Mexican and Cuban cuisine come together. If your looking for an Italian style pub you might want to hangout at Bread, or if your looking for something sweet or simply want to go for your favorite ice cream then you may want to try Rice to Riches.



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Bella Blu

Bella Blu Restaurant - casual uptown Italian trattoria. Colorful spaces attract local lunchers who wish to enjoy delightful dishes with a moderate price. A tiled wood burning oven brings out the best in their pizzas . Lets not forget the spicy pastas. I would make it simple by ordering their "Spaghetti all Chitarra with fresh tomatoes and basil "a true delight for your palate. They are open for lunch, brunch and dinner.

Located: 967 Lexington Ave ( between 70Th street and 71st street)

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