The Vital List: New YorkThursday, October 30, 2008 | |
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HOME cookin’
What: Home is where the heart is…and where you can find the city’s best all-local and sustainable brunch complete with regional wines, beer and spirits. Where: Home, 20 Cornelia St. (212) 243-9579. When: Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Why: They serve up NY’s finest eggs, pancakes and sandwiches, so whether you’re in the mood for sweet or savory, there’s no place like Home. |
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BERRY pretty
What: If your quest for refreshed skin has been fruitless, the new VerryBerry Glo facial uses a mixture of blueberry, bilberry and mulberry to brighten, exfoliate and smooth skin while minimizing fine lines. Where: Townhouse Spa. 39 W. 56th St. When: Daily from 10 AM – 8 PM. To make an appointment call (212) 245-8006. How: $195 for 60 minutes. Why: The facial also includes a seasonal pumpkin enzyme scrub to ensure your skin looks gourd-eous! |
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NO-BUTTS workout
What: Make a commitment to getting in shape by signing up for 12 weeks of the new Elite Urban Warrior Challenge by Health & The City. Through a combination of cardio kickboxing, self-defense, strength training and meditation, you’ll tighten your core and increase flexibility. Where: World Martial Arts Center, 69 W. 14 St. (6th Ave.). When: Saturdays at noon and Mondays at 6:30. How: Email them for details and pay $365 to sign up. Why: Because just being a “weekend warrior” won’t get you into fighting shape for the holidays. |
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EVEN BETTER burger
What: New lunch spot Good Health Burger makes fast-food healthy with their vegan and vegetarian offerings. We’re partial to their Tex-Mex and Black Bean burgers and the egg- and dairy-free desserts. Where: 237 E 53rd St (btw. 2nd & 3rd Ave). (212) 888-8007. When: Weekdays from 11 AM – 10 PM; Saturday 12 – 8 PM; Sunday 12 – 9 PM. Why: Find out if vegans really do have better buns. |
