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Around Town - Setting Sail, Speed Dating, Performances, Cocktails, Collabs, Olympics and more...
July 18, 2024, 6:54.40 pm ET

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Photo: South Street Seaport Museum

South Street Seaport Museum announces the July Launch and Learn Sunday Sail, History on the Hudson to take place Sunday July 21, from 4–6pm, aboard the 1885 schooner Pioneer. Stefan Dreisbach-Williams, a historian known for his expertise on New York Harbor will lead the tour will have a focus on canals and sail freight. Tickets range from $20–$50.


Photo: We Met IRL

“We Met IRL,” a local relations group, is hosting a “Meet My Friend” speed dating event at The Tippler, a classic cocktail bar nestled beneath Chelsea Market, on Tuesday, July 30. Tickets are $65 for two people ages 25 – 35.


Photo: FELFEL

FELFEL, a European service that provides a fridge full of goodies from acclaimed chefs in workspaces, is launching in New York City. The FELFEL Smart Fridge grants employees access to a myriad of exclusive, fresh, healthy, and most importantly, sustainable daily made meals and snacks they can enjoy throughout their workday.

On Thursday July 25th starting at 6pm, The Standard Biergarten will pay homage to the Paris Summer Olympics by hosting its very own Bierlympics Games, where teams of four can sign up to compete in a series of games including Beer Pong, Flip Cup, Stein-Holding and more! Prizes for the winning teams include BG tickets and ski-shots.


Photo: Le Jardinier

Le Jardinier is offering a limited time dessert in honor of the Paris Olympics. It’s called La Flamme Fatal, an an eye-catching dessert crafted from Flan, raspberry cream and crunchy wafers created by Executive Chef Salvatore Martone. This special dessert will will be available throughout the duration of the Paris games.


Photo: Isaac Mizrahi

Isaac Mizrahi returns to 54 Below with his band in Isaac Mizrahi: A Brief History, August 28-31. With music ranging from Billie Eilish to Cole Porter, Isaac will leave you with cultural whiplash. Subjects range from social media to politics and a good deal of insider tea. Tickets here


Photos: Savois/TALICUS

ITALICUS & Savoia are taking over Eataly NYC at the SERRA by BIRRERIA rooftop in Flatiron from July-September. Visitors can stop by SERRA to enjoy their new “Choose Your Italian Summer Adventure” program, where local bartenders from various bars, countries and cultures will interpret and put their own spin on the Italian aperitivo concept.


Photo: Marcus Samuelsson/Food Network

Marcus Samuelsson’s Red Rooster is offering Jazzy Sunday, a blend of great food and music, making for a memorable Sunday in the heart of Harlem. The brunch menu features dishes such as Lobster Frites with spiced butter; Bucatini Piccadilly with crab, shrimp, lobster, lemon & fresh herbs; and Steak Frites with chimichurri and BBQ bearnaise sauce.


Photo: Tieghan Gerard

Wölffer Estate Vineyard (139 Sagg Road, Sagaponack) and culinary sensation Tieghan Gerard of Half Baked Harvest are teaming up for an evening of culinary excellence and exquisite wines that capture the essence of The Hamptons. Summer Harvest: Grilling with Roman Meets Half Baked Harvest takes place on July 24th at 6:30 pm. Tickets here


Photo: Porchlight

Union Square Hospitality Group’s Porchlight is launching Summer Camp Porchlight, a seasonal concept featuring crushable cocktails, indulgent snacks, including Corn Fritters, Watermelon & Smoked Feta, and Kitchen Sink Cookies from July 18 to Aug 21. Cocktails include Leave of Absinthe, Plum Tuckered and Moonshine & Melons. Reservations via Resy


Photo: River L. Ramirez

The Whitney will debut MATERIAL (July 19-21), Alex Tatarsky’s new performance commissioned for the 2024 Biennial. Alex Tatarsky’s live performances toe the line between scripted sequences and improvisation through the experience of a trained clown, embracing the art of mockery.


Photo: Rosalie O’Connor

And a free outdoor dance class to celebrate Edges of Ailey, an exhibition opening at the Whitney Museum this fall will take place on Tuesday, July 23, from 5:30–6:30 pm. Dancers of all ages and abilities can get in the groove in Gansevoort Plaza. Learn excerpts from Alvin Ailey's timeless signature masterpiece Revelations and enjoy special giveaways.

Until next time, we'll be seeing you Around Town!


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