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Welcome back to New York Locals π
Each week we round up the best of the cityβnew openings, events, and things to doβplus custom maps, and the latest laughs from our iconic @newyorkers column.
ββTOP 5 WEEKEND ACTIVITIESββ
1. This Is Why Norway Does Salmon Better π³π΄
![]() | KABIN in the West Village is serving two exclusive Norwegian salmon dishes through June 26th, and this is your last chance to try them. |
2. The Sweet Spots Locals Actually Go To
![]() | Our go-to lineup of ice cream, frozen yogurt, and dessert spots around the city β bookmark for your next sweet tooth craving. |
3. Proof That Kids' Food Can Be Just As Elevated As Ours
![]() | Founded by Sasha Edelman, Feeding Young Foodies offers gourmet catering for birthdays, showers, and milestones β think botanical focaccia gardens and rainbow pasta, plus cooking classes and family retreats. Serving NYC, Westchester, and beyond. πΈπ |
4. Summer Concerts Don't Have To Break The Bank
![]() | Little Island's outdoor concert series is back with 56 performances, 200+ artists, $25 tickets, and free events all season long.π΅ |
5. Small Business Spotlight:
La Mestiza
![]() | La Mestiza, a Latin American bakery and cafe from Katherine Morales OrdoΓ±ez and Zachary Green, brings the flavors of Kati's Ecuadorian childhood to Brooklyn. A true labor of love, opening this Fall. π€ π 154 Carlton Ave, Fort Greene |
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NYC Cool Jobs πΌ
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@newyorkers Column π€ͺ
Itβs officially Summer in the City, which means NYC has been popping. Here's some moments from the last week that stand out:
Tourists here for the World Cup shared what the craziest thing they've seen in NYC is.
We also asked World Cup tourists to share a fun fact about their country and learned which TV shows taught them about NYC.
NYers shared which borough would win in a basketball tournament.
Knicks fans voiced their support for a Jalen Brunson statue after his Finals MVP performance.
We wanted to find out who the most legendary street baller is in NYC.
We found out NYers plans for the summer.
The NYC Rent Guidelines Board has officially frozen rents on stabilized units, a long-term campaign goal of Mayor Mamdani.
This guy found the newest landmark from the Knicks parade.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are rumored to be hosting their wedding at Madison Square Garden.
The Coney Island Cyclone celebrated its 99th anniversary.
The White Castle in Elmhurst, Queens has closed after 87 years in operation.
There's a petition for the Hudson River to be renamed after Jalen Brunson.
Norwegians took over NYC for their game at MetLife Stadium, bringing the Viking Row to the Subway and to Yoga at Times Square.
Modellβs is attempting an online comeback after the Knicksβ championship run renewed interest in the local sporting goods chain.
The MTA is wrapping Subway cars in World Cup flags to celebrate the tournament.
Josh Hart had a hilarious reaction to Jalen Brusnonβs New York Magazine cover.
Comedians put up fake tech ads across the Subway in parody of commonly seen displays from AI companies.
P.S. Want us to visit your business or event with our famous red microphone? DM @newyorkers.live π€
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