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NYC RECOMMENDATIONS
West Village Restaurants
Waverly Inn – Classic, iconic American restaurant with timeless comfort dishes and a cozy ambiance for brunch or dinner.
L’Artusi – Italian favorite with excellent pastas, thoughtful wine list, and stylish vibe.
I Sodi – Tuscan Italian gem known for authentic pasta and cozy atmosphere. Lemon pasta!
Don Angie – Modern Italian American with standout pasta and creative flavors. Lasagna!
American Bar – Classic NYC bar with steakhouse-style food and drinks. Martinis!
Little Ruby’s – Casual spot great with kids (4 yo niece-approved).
Pastis – Beloved French bistro with classic bistro fare and a lively mood in Meatpacking District.
Bus Stop Cafe - Love the vibe in here for lunch, or favorite place for a Sunday breakfast.
La Bonbonniere - dive breakfast perfect after a long night out
West Village Coffee Shops
Hungry Llama – Relaxed coffee vibe perfect for working, lots of space. Great breakfast.
The Elk – Quaint coffee shop with bites, coffee, and little trinkets you didn't know you needed.
Buvette – Charming French-style cafe and wine bar ideal for brunch or small plates.
11th Street Cafe - quick coffee stop with amazing gluten free blueberry scones.
Midtown
Hatsuhana – Not a trendy vibe, almost feels like a hole in the wall, but it's well-known and loved sushi spot.
Estiatorio Milos – Elegant Greek seafood and Mediterranean dishes with fresh fish. There is also a Hudson Yards location which has a gorgeous sunset view over the Hudson.
Quality Bistro – Lively vibe with an especially spicy Caesar salad and "bread service".
Liberty Bagels - home of the rainbow bagel but also lots of other great bagels
Favorite Workout Spots
BodyRok – Pilates reformer class that feels classic but is really hard.
Fuze House – Sculpt style classes in a heated room.
Solidcore – Intense ab burn, you can find them within a half mile in any neighborhood.
Barry’s – Classic high-intensity interval workout (multiple NYC locations).





Tuscany, Italy
Chianti
Borgo Vescine
- Castello di Brolio
- truffle hunting
- cooking class
- wine tastings








Capri, Italy
Places:
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Caesar Augustus
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Le Grotelle
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Il Riccio
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La Fontelina
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Villa Margherita
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Quisiana
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Anema e Core
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Monte Salaro hiking trail
Tip: Taking the cable car to the port was very easy and quicker than waiting for a cab when trying to catch the ferry.



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Positano, Italy
Places:
Rada Beach Bistrot
Da Adolfo
Da Vincenzo
Don't Worry Bar
Hotel Sirenuse,
La Sponda
La Tagliata
Other: hiking, boat day, custom sandal making, shopping, ceramics shopping.
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