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#CurrentObsessions: Boris & Horton

4/23/2018

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The Who:
The idea of opening NYC’s first official dog-friendly café was came from Coppy Holzman and Logan Mikhly, both avid dog owners and animal lovers. Coppy is the founder of Charitybuzz, an online auction site, which partners with celebrities and partners around the globe. Apart from that, he is also involved in various other philanthropic endeavors. Before starting Boris & Horton, Logan lived in New Orleans, where she managed operations at a no-kill dog rescue.

But who are Boris and Horton? They are the founders’ rescue dogs, hence the name, and they have become the unofficial mascots of the business.

The What:
Cat cafés have existed in New York for a couple of years now, however, the main difference between the cat cafés and Boris & Horton is that the cats live at the cafés until they are adopted. The dogs who come to Boris & Horton are coming there with their owners. The only exception to this are adoption events, which are held regularly at Boris & Horton as well.

Although dogs are allowed on the patios of many restaurants and cafe’s, the Department of Health does not allow dogs near where food or drinks are prepared. Therefore, Boris & Horton has created two adjacent spaces: one in which owners can purchase food & drink and another where they can enjoy their meal, with their leashed dog next to them. Both spaces have separate entrances and there’s also a walk-up coffee window. A section of the dog-friendly area is dedicated to merchandise, dog treats and toys.

We are excited to stop at Boris & Horton on our special charitable Pup Crawl event this week. This one is sold out, but we plan to announce other dates n the near future. 

The Why:
New Yorkers love their dogs – yet spending time eating and drinking indoors (which is one of our favorite things to do) with dogs wasn’t possible until Boris & Horton opened its doors. The small East Village spot, steps from where we begin our Craft Cocktail tour, features a welcoming design, vegetarian dishes, pastries by Bien Cuit, Balthazar, gluten-free Husk Bakeshop and a selection of craft beer and wine. Their special Boris coffee blend is roasted by City of Saints coffee in Bushwick.

The Where:
Borris & Horton
195 Avenue A
New York, NY 10009
(212) 510-8986
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#MustDo in NYC: April 23-29, 2018

4/22/2018

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A Smoked Meat Competition, Make Your Own Cheese, Night Market Sneak Peek, + Foods of the World

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Cheesemaking 101/ Tuesday, April 24, 2018 from 6-8:30pm
What better place to learn the art of cheese making then on a farm? Queens County Farm Museum hosts a hands-on class to teach you all about your curds and whey. Cheese professional Carol Johnson will lead the class and share recipes. history, and of course, delicious samples. 
Brisket King NYC/ Wednesday, April 25, 2018 from 6-9:30pm
BBQ is as much a New York thing now as it is a southern thing. For the 7th year in a row, pit masters and chefs from places like the UK, Toronto, and of course NYC, come together to compete for the coveted crown that reigns over all the other briskets. Be there to help crown the winner.
Queens Night Market Sneak Peek/ Saturday, April 28, 2018 from 6-11:59pm
The most diverse food market in the city is coming back to Flushing Meadows Park in May but you can get an early preview of it at this special sneak peek. Tickets must be purchased in advance and a percentage goes to charity. Come be a part of the international community and taste some unique dishes that you can only find at a night market like this. 
The World's Fare/ Saturday, April 28 and Sunday, April 29, 2018 from 6-11:59pm
Before or after the Night Market, continue your exploration of diverse cuisine in Queens at this epic event. CitiField is not just home of the Mets, it's also where you will attend this festival and celebration of food and cultures. Over 100 carefully curated vendors will be in attendance along with live music, art installations, and pizza making classes!! 
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#MustDo in NYC: April 16-22, 2018

4/14/2018

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Eat For a Good Cause, Understand Chopsticks, Bring the Heat, Join the Homebrew World

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NYC's Taste of the Nation/ Wednesday, April 18 from 7-9pm
More than 40 chefs and bartenders get together at Brooklyn Expo Center to raise support for No Kid Hungry, a group working to end childhood hunger in America. With a ticket, you get to eat your way through the culinary contributions and partake in special events like a donut derby, rosé garden, and boba bash. 
Why Chopsticks? Their Culture, History and Sphere/ Thursday, April 19 from 6-9pm
The humble chopstick is a mystery to many Americans. Find out its origin and why it replaced other eating utensils around Asia. Professor Q. Edward Wang, the author of a new book, answers questions and talks all things chopsticks at this fascinating book signing and discussion at the Museum of Food and Drink.
The 6th Annual NYC Hot Sauce Expo/ Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22 from 10am-6pm
Prepare your tastebuds and head to this scorching two day annual event. Get plenty of free hot sauce tastings from companies around the world (including the local Cantina Royal), partake in cocktail demos, and  enjoy (or not) the Guinness Book of World Records Reaper Eating Contest.
Homebrew World Book Release Party/ Sunday, April 22 from 12-4pm
The craft brewery scene has been explored pretty intensely, but the homebrew scene usually happens behind closed doors. Writer, tour guide, and beer geek Joshua Bernstein has written a book about the world of homebrew -  meet Josh at Fifth Hammer Brewing for this release party with beer specials and a few homebrewed surprises. 
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#AsktheLocals: Tips for Riding the Subway

4/11/2018

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New Yorkers ride it every single day but many visitors find the subway completely intimidating. The truth is once you get the hang of it, it's easier and quicker than most other forms of transportation in the city. And as you get used to it, you discover some little tips and hacks to make traveling underground a little easier.

Our local guides share for both visitors and locals a few ideas, including special apps, tips on which trains to take, and how to swipe your card properly, to make the subway a complete breeze. Now we just have to hope the MTA actually runs the trains on time. 

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