Wine Shop by Death Ave does tastings every Thursday

Wine Shop by Death Ave is an absolute hidden gem wine shop in the city. Managed by the disarming, approachable, and supremely knowledgeable Manny—I predict that you will walk in here, get a recommendation from Manny given that he’s tried and has opinions on literally everything in the store, and walk out with something you’ve never had before and a little story about the wine for whoever you’re drinking it with.

This place is great for a gift because the wines are quirky and unusual—and Manny will let you walk out with the tags on the wine, which gives a fun little description of what your giftee is about to drink.

Hotel Chelsea might be the coolest

This place very well may be the coolest place on the west side and you don’t have to be staying at the hotel to appreciate that. Where the rich and famous creatives and artists (Bob Dylan, Andy Warhol Patti Smith) used to hang out, the Hotel Chelsea was “reimagined” recently to upgrade the shabby elegance or studied carelessness (the Italians might call it “sprezzatura”) which basically means it looks amazing but kind of accidentally.

A vibe if you want to do anything from sit in the lobby with your laptop (occasionally people-watching) to drinking while feeling like you’re in a movie to impressing someone sitting across from you with your impeccable taste (without trying too hard of course).

Somehow also has a spa with a Swedish sauna, aromatic steam rooms, rain showers (https://hotelchelsea.com/wellness/spa).

Recent transplant from San Francisco looking for recommendations on dry cleaning, shoe repair, dog sitters, and house cleaners.

From a block resident named Audrey:

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Hello Neighbors:

I’ve relocated here from San Francisco and could use some recommendations for the following services:

• Dry Cleaning

• Shoe Repair

• Dog Sitters (when OOT)

• House Cleaners

Thank you for any leads!