Yes you might be tired of all things Macauley Culkin/pizza related, but this one is pretty good. Macauley acted out an almost perfect recreation of the 1981 short film Andy Warhol Eats A Hamburger, except of course with pizza. I’ve [Read more...]
Macauley Culkin parodies ‘Andy Warhol Eats A Hamburger’
December 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Stephen Levin to vote on height of Greenpoint towers tomorrow
December 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment
From the Wall Street Journal:
City Council Member Stephen Levin must decide by the council’s last session of the year Thursday whether to vote against a measure to allow two towers—one 30 stories, one 40 stories—at 77 Commercial St., instead of two 15-story buildings.
The vote by Mr. Levin, who represents the area on the council, will likely be followed by his colleagues.
If allowed to build higher, developers Joseph Chetrit and David Bistricer would be expected to deliver 200 units of affordable housing and money for a long-promised park, softening the impact of thousands of new residents moving to the area. But to some in Greenpoint, voting no represents a rare opportunity to put a brake on the rapid pace of development.
We’re not hopeful that Levin will vote to limit the height of the 77 Commercial Street development. Especially since he voted to approve the Greenpoint Landing project after they threw the community a couple of bones. (Greenpointers suspects a conspiracy.) Very disappointing since a large part of his campaign pitch in Greenpoint was built around his opposition to the towers.
Let him know what you think about 77 Commercial Street: slevin@council.nyc.gov, @StephenLevin33 or call 718-875-5200
Stephen Levin, from his Twitter
Two great bands playing Brooklyn Night Bazaar this weekend
December 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Saturday will be a good time to finish up your holiday shopping. You can reward yourself when you’re done at the Brooklyn Night Bazaar with two really fun bands: So So Glos and California X. The So Sos are a Brooklyn staple and their live shows are always fantastic. California X released their tragically underrated self-titled debut this year and its one of our favorites of 2013. We’re looking forward to catching them live.
So So Glos – Lost Weekend
California X – Spider X
Q-Tip, Tribe & Busta Rhymes mixtape: The Abstract and the Dragon
December 16, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Since we love all things Tribe:
Busta Rhymes and Q-Tip have just released a new collaborative mixtape. It’s called The Abstract & the Dragon, and it features “Thank You”, their recently released single with Kanye West and Lil Wayne. It’s also got guest spots from A Tribe Called Quest, Raekwon, Missy Elliott, Talib Kweli, and others.
Download it here or listen below: [Read more...]
Notes from Macauley Culkin’s pizza themed Velvet Underground cover band’s show
December 14, 2013 By 2 Comments
How did the hipster burn his mouth? He ate the pizza before it was cool.
Last night much hyped/hated on pizza themed cover band The Pizza Underground played the newish South Williamsburg venue Baby’s All Right. Here’s [Read more...]
Holiday Shopping Brooklyn Style: First Ever #EATANDFLEA Brunch Bazaar
December 13, 2013 By 1 Comment
Alkhemi9 at Tutu’s, via @vlaforever
‘Tis the season… for holiday markets to popup all over the city. People line the streets hoping to score local handmade goodies and artisanal wares. Sure these markets are great places to hit with your Xmas checklist, but now, for the fist time ever, Press Vintage brings the flea to you. Introducing the First Annual #EATANDFLEA Brunch Bazaar, a holiday pop-up taking place at Tutu’s and combining all of your favorite weekend activities in one. Eat. Drink. Shop. Be Merry.
Frustrated with the commotion of other holiday fairs, Emma Bracy and Ben Martel, founders of Press Vintage, partnered with Tutu’s to create the first ever #EATANDFLEA Brunch Bazaar: brunch in the front, bazaar-ing in the back, with some special added touches (like sexy live jazz and free Perrier) that will take you out of holiday hell while you get your necessary shopping on.
This one-of-a-kind holiday shopping experience highlights local vendors with fly gifts for all. Between Press Vintage‘s men’s–women’s–unisex offerings and Various Love Affairs‘ handmade designer digs you’ll have your clothing needs covered. Friends think they fancy, huh? Check out the jewelry selection, including Alkhemi9‘s metal masterpieces and the special sneak-peak of jewelry line KRI.MARINO (formerly of Downtown Diaries fame).
#EATANDFLEA taking place at Tutu’s, 25 Bogart Street, noon to 6pm on Saturdays (12/14) and (12/21).
via @pressmatters
Gwynnet St Twitter: “This is some Onion shit” & Carl McCoy responds to accusations
December 13, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Gwynnett St
Following yesterday’s accusations of drug trafficking, this was posted on Gwynnett St’s Twitter:
@PMorris153 @NYDailyNews This is some Onion shit, not true, Carl McCoy is here today and working. none of these accusations are true.
— Gwynnett St (@GwynnettSt) December 12, 2013
Today, Gwynnett St’s Carl McCoy spoke to Eater about the accusations: [Read more...]
Eat To Host Silent Dinner, Now With 100% More Yoga
December 13, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Via Eater/Via Eat’s Facebook
From the “this is why we can’t have nice things in Greenpoint” file.
Eat, the Meserole Ave joint that is most famous for the concept of silent Sunday dinners is, for one night only (we hope) adding what eating in utter quiet has always missed: YOGA.
On Monday, December 16, Eat in Greenpoint will host a special dinner for people that like yoga, vegetarian food, and complete silence. The creators of the Sunday night silent dinners are teaming up with Pop Up Yoga NYC and Imagination Space for the event, which will take place entirely inside the tiny restaurant. [Read more...]
Don’t fret the Sriracha shortage, make your own
December 13, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Nick Ut/AP
The rumors we have been hearing for the past month are true. Los Angeles Times confirms Sriracha shipping is halted for 30 days by state regulators. The city of Irwindale sued Huy Fong Foods, the manufacturer of Sriracha, Chili Garlic and Sambal Oelek, over odors which residents claim cause health issues. Production is stopped to give experts time to identify the cause and solution to the smells.
But have no fear! With Sriracha in limited simply, connoisseurs of the Asian hot sauce can take this opportunity to try a hand at making it themselves. Just fill up an old rooster bottle, and it’s practically the same: [Read more...]
Diarrhea Planet this Saturday at Brooklyn Night Bazaar
December 13, 2013 By 1 Comment
Flier by Perry Shaw
Vendors and patrons beware! Diarrhea Planet — ugh, that really, stupid, dumb name — headlines the Brooklyn Night Bazaar on Saturday.
The six piece band shreds with four guitars and has been known to elicit elbow-busting mosh pits. Interesting entertainment for patrons pursuing through hand crafted jewelry and vintage windbreakers. Despite the juvenile moniker, this punk band from Nashville rocks. Also on the line up: Pulring Hiss, Big Ups and Manors. Do yourself a favor – take a Tums and head over to Banker Street Saturday. You won’t want to miss this show.
