Where Did You Get That Wonderful…?

Where Did You Get That Wonderful…?

By Claudie Benjamin The Upper West Side isn’t about wearing 5“ red heels, according to Shi Shi boutique owner Yael Levertov. She’s worked in SoHo and other neighborhoods where that look is more likely. But, enthusiastically ensconced at her...
Partners Embrace Memories

Partners Embrace Memories

By Claudie Benjamin Kim Duncan and Bretton May, owners of Goldenlight Visions at 2543 Broadway, met on the ski slopes of Utah. He was shooting photographs. She was on a ski trip. Like in a New York Times Modern Love story, they kept in touch long...
New Hooves for an Enduring Porterhouse

New Hooves for an Enduring Porterhouse

By Claudie Benjamin Fifth generation butcher Richie Schatz, also known as Schatzie, Schatzie Jr., or Richie, took on the challenge of finding a specialist to repair the larger than life statue fiberglass of a bull that stands in front of Schatzie Meat Market at 2665 A...
Repair and Unusual, Creative Renovation

Repair and Unusual, Creative Renovation

By Claudie Benjamin Ramon Arroyo has been the super of two Upper West Side buildings, 210 West 94th Street and 2568-2574 Broadway at 97th Street for about 30 years.  He’s seen many changes both in the gentrification of the...
Sweet, Healthy and Beachy

Sweet, Healthy and Beachy

By Claudie Benjamin Whether you’re 80 or eight, a sweet every so often (or even daily) is tempting.  Adding a health component such as açaí berries ups the appeal. If you ask Misha Punwani, a member of the family that owns 12 Playa Bowls in...