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 New York is perfect in any season; however there is something very special about winter in the Big Apple when the stores sparkle with spectacularly dressed holiday windows, ice-skating in Rockefeller Center, or taking a carriage ride through Central Park.
In a city of 8+ million people made up of five boroughs: Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island, there is much to experience, and to have a luxurious taste of what it would be like to live n New York, we stayed at The Alex Hotel, (130 suites and 70 rooms) in a well-appointed corner 2-bedroom suite which had a well-stocked kitchen with top of the line amenities, and although we did not do any cooking other than to make tea, it did give us the feeling of life in the Big Apple as "New Yorkers." 
The Alex Hotel
What we especially appreciated about The Alex Hotel besides it's convenient central location in Midtown Manhattan, was the wonderful amenities it provides for its guests including a 24-hour Fitness Center with state of the art equipment, a 24-hour well-equipped Business Center that is like having your personal office, their restaurant, Riingo, which features American and Japanese cuisine where we had an excellent dinner, and an intimate lounge with an innovative cocktail menu, which we also sampled. 
The Alex Hotel Fitness Room
These days, when everyone is feeling a pinch in their wallets, and is looking for little extras, The Alex Hotel and Riingo are striving to make a difference by offering complimentary valet parking (October 2008 - October 2009) for hotel guests staying a minimum of 1-night with check-in after 4:00 pm and checkout before 11:00 am; and the lounge offering special happy hour prices of $5 for a glass of white or red wine or a glass draught beer Monday - Friday from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. 
Riingo Bar
Read other articles on The Alex Hotel and Riingo in the Hotels, Restaurants, and Chefs' Recipes sections. 
The Alex Hotel
205 East 45th Street at Third Avenue
New York, New York, United States
Telephone: +1-212-867-6100
Toll-free: 1-888-765-2370 (United States and Canada)
Fax: +1-212-867-7878
www.TheAlexHotel.com
 The architecture of New York is absolutely stunning, yet my perennial favorite is the iconic Chrysler Building, a gorgeous Art Deco monument built between 1929 and 1930 and stands at an impressive 319 meters (1047 feet). Located at the corner of 42nd and Lexington, the building is pure eye candy with radiating terraced arches, gargoyles, and eagles, and adornments that were modeled after Chrysler hood ornaments and 1929 radiator caps at the corners of the building. Although the building does not have tours, it is definitely worth taking a glance up to admire its beauty.
 The 102-story Empire State Building is another Art Deco architectural landmark built in 1931 and stands 444 meters (1453+ feet) at its pinnacle. Featured prominently in the film romance of all time, An Affair to Remember with Deborah Kerr and Cary Grant (1957), this building still sparks romance. In a romantic mood, Edward and I took a trip to 86th floor of the Empire State Building in the evening for an incredible view of New York where the city sparkled like diamonds below us. Although the wind howled around us, we walked around the four corners of the building to enjoy a spectacular 360-degree view of Manhattan. Before we left, Edward posed by the Christmas tree in the lobby.
The Empire State Building Observatory is open daily from 8:00 am - 2:00 am, with last elevators going up at 1:15 am. The building is fully accessible to the physically and visually challenged. Admission is charged; check their website for packages and special holiday hours. Admission to the Empire State Building Observatory is included in the purchase of the CityPass (www.CityPass.com). 
New York City at night from Empire State Building Observatory
Empire State Building Observatory
Fifth Avenue at 34th Street
New York, New York 10118
Telephone: +1-212-736-3100
Toll free: 1-877-NYC VIEW
Fax: +1-212-947-1360
www.ESBNYC.com One of the easiest ways to maximize your time and dollars in New York is to purchase a CityPass valid for 9 days, which provided us with admission to the Empire State Building Observatory, four museums, and a choice of cruises. For information: visit the CityPass website, www.CityPass.com. 
Tudor City
Taking a stroll by the impressive United Nations located on First Avenue between 42nd - 46th Street) with its flags blowing in the wind, we also stopped to admire Tudor City built in the late 1920s in the Neo-Gothic style, and located from 40th Street to 43rd Street between First and Second Avenues which is an interesting collection of twelve buildings, some are embellished with gargoyles and one is a replica of a castle. Look for the Tudor City sign on top of one of the buildings. 
United Nations
 The New York Public Library, designed in the Beaux-Arts style and completed in 1911, is another landmark that deserves a stop. Be sure to notice the famous Tennessee pink marble lions that guard the library that Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia nicknamed Patience (located on the south side of the steps), and Fortitude, (on the north side of the steps), during the Depression.
During our visit, Edward and I saw two interesting exhibitions: Yaddo Making American Culture (October 24, 2008 - February 15, 2009), and Art Deco Design: Rhythm and Verve (September 12, 2008 - January 11, 2009). As a fan of Art Deco (1919-1939), it was interesting to learn its history, which began as an "international decorative style, not as an artistic movement" yet only became termed Art Deco in 1968, and "evolved from the failure of Art Nouveau." We also took a complimentary tour of the library where a few of the highlights was learning about the library's excellent genealogy section, the Lionel Pincus and Princess Firyal Map Division which houses more than 5,000 maps, cartography, 16th century to present day maps, and is the 10th largest map collection in the Western World, the Jewish division, one of the largest in the area and focuses on all areas of Jewish life, religious and secular, has rare items including beautiful marriage contracts, and even has recipes for bagels. Among the many rare items at the library are the first set of Guttenberg bibles that came to the United States; the "Barcelona letter" from Christopher Columbus which he wrote in 1492 to the King and Queen of Spain telling them of his discovery of the new world; and a copy of Thomas Jefferson's first draft of the Declaration of Independence which is on display every fourth of July. Also of interest, are the third floor reading rooms approximately the size of a football field with the largest ceilings in the United States not supported by columns. The ceilings are painted to resemble the sky, and each one is different. There is something about visiting the library, seeing its architecture, painted ceilings, and the rarified air of books, that is almost magical. The library offers many free programs, classes, and exhibitions, so check their website for more information. The New York Public Library is open daily, Monday from 11:00 am - 6:00 pm; Tuesday and Wednesday from 11:00 am - 7:30 pm; Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, and Sunday from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Complimentary tours are offered Monday - Saturday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm. The New York Public Library
Fifth Avenue between 42nd Street and 40th
New York, New York 10018
Telephone: +1-917-275-6975
www.NYPL.org Another icon of New York is Saint Patrick's Cathedral located on Fifth Avenue between 50th and 51st Streets that is the largest Gothic-style Catholic Church in the United States and opened in 1879. Of particular interest are the organs, painted ceiling, bronze doors, and stained glass windows including the large rose window. Saint Patrick's Cathedral is open daily from 6:30 am - 8:45 pm. Check their website for special programs and music concerts. 
Saint Patrick's Cathedral
Saint Patrick's Cathedral
Fifth Avenue
New York, New York
Telephone: +1-212-753-2261
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www.SaintPatricksCathedral.org Grand Central Terminal, built in the Beaux-Arts style, opened in 1913, and is an impressive landmark located on 42nd Street between Park and Lexington. The exterior features large-scale sculptures of Minerva, Hercules, and Mercury by the John Donnelly Company. Inside be sure to take note of the celestial ceiling which has two flaws, the sky is backwards and the star placement is slightly incorrect, which we learned by taking a free 90-minute tour of Grand Central Terminal offered on Fridays at 12:30 pm. 
Grand Central Terminal
If you visit during the month of December, there is a Holiday Gift Fair and a special presentation of the Grand Central Kaleidoscope Light Show presented by Sharp® daily from 11:00 am - 9:00 pm that is free to the public and begins on each half hour. Grand Central Terminal
87 East 42nd Street
New York, New York
Telephone: +1-212-340-2345
www.GrandCentralTerminal.com  New York is a museum lover's paradise, with museums covering the gamut from fine arts to applied arts. To give you a taste of New York Museums, we began our museum crawl at The Museum of Modern Art, (MoMA), where the contemporary architecture is the perfect showcase for the art. (Photo courtesy of Timothy Hursley)
During our visit we saw the exhibition, Vincent Van Gogh - The Colors of the Night, (through January 5, 2009), which opened with the quote, "It so often seems to me that the night is much more alive and richly colored than the day" - Vincent Van Gogh, September 8, 1888. The exhibit featured some of his most notable works including The Potato Eaters (1885) that also included a letter to his brother Theo with a small sketch of The Potato Eaters; The Cottage (1885) which shows the glow of sunset with a woman entering her thatched roof cottage and a hint of a fire in a window; Landscapes with Wheat Shaves and Rising Moon (1889), The Starry Night over the Rhône (1888) which is pure magic with a couple standing on the shore; and his famous painting, The Starry Night (1889). We also saw the Joan Miró: Painting and Anti-Painting 1927-1937 (through January 12, 2009) exhibition, which is an extensive collection of his works including Painting (Clouds and Birds) 1927; Spanish Dancer I (1928) done on sandpaper, printed paper, nails, conté crayon, and graphite on flocked paper mounted on paperboard; Dutch Interiors and Imaginary Portraits (1928-1929); Collages (1929); Large Paintings (1930); Pastels (134) including The Man with a Pipe, a pastel on flockboard; and much more. The museum is open from 10:30 am - 5:30 pm with extended hours on Friday until 8:00 pm. Admission is charged, Adults $20. Seniors $16 (Ages 65 and older), Students (full time with current ID) $12, Children 16 and under - free (does not apply to groups). On Fridays thanks to Target Free Friday Nights there is free admission from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Admission to the museum is included in the purchase of the CityPass (www.CityPass.com). The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
11 West 53rd Street
New York, New York 10019
Telephone: +1-212-708-9400
www.MOMA.org Located next door to the MoMA is the American Folk Art Museum, which has an interesting collection of 18th -21st century paintings, drawings, sculptures, textiles, and three-dimensional objects. The quilts on display especially caught my eye including an Appliqué Bedcover made in 1853 by Sarah Ann Garges, Doylestown, Pennsylvania to celebrate her engagement to Oliver Perry Shutt, whom she married in 1854. The intricate bedcover done in autumn colors of orange, yellow, and green depicted a farm scene with a farmer pushing a plow, a house, trees, crops, and flowers. Also interesting was the Pointillist Field of Stars Block Quilt (1900-1940, exact date and artist unknown); and the Diamond in the Square Quilt, 1910, which is unique to Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and is an Amish adaptation of a center medallion quilt popular with the English quilt makers. The museum is open Tuesday - Sunday from 10:30 am - 5:30 pm, with extended hours on Friday to 7:30 pm. The museum is closed on Monday. Admission is charged, Adults $9, Seniors and Students $7, and Children under 12 Free. There is free admission on Friday from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm with live music in the atrium. American Folk Art Museum
45 West 53rd Street
New York, New York 10019
Telephone: +1-212-265-1040
Fax: +1-212-265-2350
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www.FolkArtMuseum.org
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum designed by Frank Lloyd Wright is a modern contrast to the city's historical buildings, and reminds me of being inside of a chambered nautilus shell. The architecture spirals down each floor creating a unique experience in which to view the permanent and temporary exhibitions. During our visit Illy, the Italian coffee company, was part of the exhibit (until January 7, 2009) and was offering visitors complimentary cups of espresso and cappuccino to sip while they watched a short film sitting in the comfort of beanbag chairs. 
Guggenheim Museum
We also enjoyed seeing the Vasily Kandinsky (1866 - 1944) Winter Landscape with Church, 1910-1911; Marc Chagall (1887-1985) Portrait of the Artist's Sister 1910; and Franz Marc (1880 -1916) Yellow Cow 1911. The museum is open Saturday - Wednesday from 10:00 am - 5:45 pm, Friday from 10:00 am - 7:45 pm, and is closed on Thursday. Admission is charged, Adults $18, Students and Seniors (65+ years) with valid ID $15, Children under 12 free. On Fridays from 5:45 the museum hosts pay what you wish. Admission to the museum is included in the purchase of the CityPass (www.CityPass.com). The museum is wheelchair accessible with the exception of the high gallery; wheelchairs are available free of charge at the service desk. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
1071 Fifth Avenue (at 89th Street)
New York, New York 10028
Telephone: +1-212-423-3500
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www.Guggenheim.org Located a short stroll from the Guggenheim Museum is the Neue Gallerie - Museum for German and Austrian Art - New York, which is housed in a stunning landmark mansion that was built in 1914 by the same architects who built the New York Public Library. The building is opulent with ornate wrought iron railings, marble floors, and a domed stained glass skylight that showcases the art. During our visit, there was an exhibition of 100 works on paper by Alfred Kubin: Drawings 1897-1909 (until January 26, 2009). We also enjoyed the work by Gustav Klimt including his paintings and sketches; Mantelpiece Clock 1906, Vienna, marquetry of thuja and mother of pearl, brass, onyx, and marble with a celluloid dial; as well the collection of furniture and decorative arts. The museum is open Sunday - Monday from 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Thursday from 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Friday from 11:00 am - 9:00 pm, and Saturday from 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, and is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Admission is charged, Adults $15, Students and Seniors $10, Children under 12 are not admitted, and children 12 - 16 be must accompanied by an adult. The museum offers public tours on Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 pm. Neue Gallerie New York
1048 Fifth Avenue (at 86th Street)
New York, New York 10028
Telephone: +1-212-628-6200
Fax: +1-212-628-8824
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www.NeueGallerie.org Continuing along Fifth Avenue is The Metropolitan Museum of Art, which is another highlight of the New York museums. During our visit there were six exhibitions in addition to their extensive permanent galleries. With so much to see, plan on spending a few hours. A few of the many highlights of our visit included the exhibitions: Art and Love in Renaissance Italy (until February 16, 2009); Beyond Babylon: Art, Trade, and Diplomacy in the Second Millennium B.C. (until March 15, 2009); and the Annual Christmas Tree and Neapolitan Baroque Crèche (until January 6, 2009). 
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
We also enjoyed the collection of musical instruments including a Claviorganum, Laurentius Hauslaib Nuremberg 1598 with its velvet covered ebony cabinet and organ with four ranks of pipes; and an ornate gilded Italian harpsichord 1670. Also of interest were the rooms with furnishings from palaces and the Hôtel de Varengeville, Paris ca. 1740. The museum is open Friday and Saturday from 9:30 am - 9:00 pm, Sunday from 9:30 am - 5:00 pm, Tuesday - Thursday from 11:00 am - 9:00 pm, and is closed on Monday. Admission is charged, Adults $20 suggested, Seniors (65+) $15 suggested, Students $10 suggested, Children under 12 free with an adult, and includes same day admission to the Cloisters Museum and Gardens. Check their website for additional information. Admission to the museum is included in the purchase of the CityPass (www.CityPass.com). Wheelchair accessible by street level at the entrance at Fifth Avenue and 81st Street, and also at the Museum Parking Garage. Wheelchairs are available at the coat check area. 
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 Fifth Avenue (at 82nd Street)
New York, New York 10028
Telephone: +1-212-535-7710
www.MetMuseum.org
Another museum that we also enjoyed visiting is the American Museum of Natural History, where the imagination can roam wild in The Koch Dinosaur Wing, The Milstein Hall of Ocean Life, Hayden Planetarium Space Shows, The IMAX Experience, and much more. The museum is open daily from 10:00 am - 5:45 pm, and is closed on Monday. Admission is charged, Adults $15, Seniors and Students with ID $11, Children under 2-12 $8.50. See their website for complete pricing. Admission to the museum is included in the purchase of the CityPass (www.CityPass.com). The American Museum of Natural History
Central Park West at 79th Street
New York, New York 10024
Telephone: +1-212-769-5100
www.AMNH.org 
Ice-Skaters at Rockefeller Center
We went to Rockefeller Center on Fifth Avenue where ice-skaters glided around the rink with the towering Christmas tree in the background. Although the "Adventure Kids" actively participate in many sports, ice-skating is not something that Edward or I do, however we did enjoy watching the skaters. 
Statue of Liberty at Sunset
There is something spectacular about the New York skyline, and taking a cruise is one of the best ways to fully appreciate the architecture and the grandeur of the city. Although it was a very cold day, the sun was blazing, and we took a 2-hour late afternoon Circle Line Semi-Circle Cruise of New York to see the sights of the city, where we enjoyed an extraordinary sunset as we passed directly in front of the Statue of Liberty who holds a copy of the Declaration of Independence in her left hand and a torch in her right hand. 
New York Skyline
Check their website for prices. A 2-hour Semi-Circle Cruise, or 2-hour Harbor Lights Cruise, or The Beast Speed Boat is included in the purchase of the CityPass (www.CityPass.com). 
Circle Line
Circle Line
Pier 83, West 42nd Street
New York, New York
Telephone: +1-212-563-3200
www.CircleLine42.com The restaurant scene in New York offers a wide selection of culinary options from the Upper East Side to Greenwich Village, and among its many hidden gems is Bruno Jamais Restaurant Club named for its French owner, located in an elegant brownstone on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. The culinary focus is Contemporary French cuisine with Asian elements, and the stylish ambience is pure luxury. 
Bruno Jamais Dining Room
 We had a wonderful dinner at Bruno Jamais Restaurant Club where a few of the highlights that we experienced from Executive Chef Hok Chin menu included Lump Crab Meat Spring Roll; Porcini Mushroom Soup; Squab with Seared Foie Gras; Maine Lobster & Scallops; and Grandmothers Bread Pudding.
The restaurant is open for dinner Monday - Sunday from 6:00 pm until closing time somewhere between 3:00 am - 4:00 am with a late night menu available. On Monday nights, if you are not into watching Monday Night Football on the television, Bruno Jamais Restaurant Club has live music by Soul Solution Ensemble beginning at 8:30 pm where you can dance the night away to Dance, Soul, and R&B music. Read about Bruno Jamais Restaurant Club in the Restaurants section and also in Chefs' Recipes where Chef Hok Chin shares an intriguing taste of Bruno Jamais Restaurant Club.  Bruno Jamais Restaurant Club
24 East 81st Street between Madison and Fifth
New York, New York 10028
Telephone: +1-212-396-3444
www.BrunoJamais.com
Riingo, located at The Alex Hotel in Midtown Manhattan, is another wonderful restaurant, where Executive Chef Jimmy Lappalainen creates American and Japanese cuisine. The restaurant has an intimate lounge with an innovative and extensive cocktail menu, separate sushi bar, and dining room where the décor is contemporary minimalism, with a focus on the culinary presentations. 
Riingo Dining Room
 We had an excellent dinner at Riingo where a few of the highlights included Duck Dumplings with Hot and Sour Fig Consommé, Yellowtail Tuna Tataki, Beer-Braised Short Ribs, Grilled Shrimp with Green Tea Soba, and their signature dessert, Green Tea Donuts filled with lightly sweetened mascarpone cheese and green tea, and accompanied with Green Tea Ice Cream, Fruit Chutney, and Cinnamon Sabayon.
Riingo is open for lunch and dinner daily, the menu changes seasonally, the prix fixe lunch menu changes weekly, and there are special tasting menus throughout the year so there is always something new to experience. Combined with its creative cocktail menu in the lounge, and specially priced wine by the glass and draft beer offered for $5 from Monday - Friday from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Riingo is a definitely worth a visit. Read about Riingo in the Restaurants section and also in Chefs' Recipes where Executive Chef Jimmy Lappalainen shares a few of his recipes including Riingo's signature dessert, and The Alex Hotel in the Hotels and Resorts section. 
Riingo
205 East 45th Street at Third Avenue
New York, New York 10017, United States
Telephone: +1-212-867-4200 (Restaurant)
Fax: +1-212-867-1700
Email:
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www.Riingo.com
The Alex Hotel
Telephone: +1-212-867-6100
Toll-free: 1-888-765-2370 (United States and Canada)
Fax: +1-212-867-7878
www.TheAlexHotel.com
Shopping in New York is a favorite pastime for native New Yorkers as well as tourists, from the prestigious shops lining Fifth Avenue and Madison Avenue where the shop windows beckon with luxurious displays; The Shops at Columbus Circle at the Time Warner Center; Macy's (the world's largest department store) featured in the 1947 Christmas film A Miracle on 34th Street; Lord & Taylor (the oldest upscale department store in the United States), to the boutiques in the East Village. One of Edward's favorite little shopping "secrets" is B&H Photo - Video - Pro Audio, which is the equivalent of a giant candy store for technology driven adults, and whenever we visit I have to keep a close rein on him. 
B&H Photo Video Store
B&H Photo - Video - Pro Audio has been in operation for more than 30 years, the building takes up an entire city block, covers 70,000 square footage over two floors, and offers more than 170,000 items of audio equipment, binoculars and scopes, cameras and photo gear, computers, darkroom supplies, digital photography, film, tapes and media, iPods, home entertainment systems, televisions, lighting and studio supplies, portable equipment, projection and viewing equipment, surveillance equipment, underwater equipment, and video equipment for the consumer as well as for the professional, and it immediately will have your adrenaline running supercharged, as the store truly has something for everyone. 
B&H Photo Video Extensive Camera Department
After having shopped at B&H Photo - Video - Pro Audio on numerous occasions, where the staff is courteous, professional, and knowledgeable about their product lines; the selection is excellent; and the pricing is very competitive, I should note that shopping there could become highly addictive. To make shopping that much more enjoyable, B&H Photo - Video - Pro Audio is offering a special gift with purchase if you print the attached coupon and bring in to the store (Coupon). B&H Photo - Video - Pro Audio is open Sunday from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Thursday from 9:00 am - 7:00 pm; and Friday from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. The store is closed on Saturday. Customer Service by telephone is open Sunday from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Thursday from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm; and Friday from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, and is closed on Saturday. Check the website for holiday hours and closures. 
B&H Photo - Video - Pro Audio
420 Ninth Avenue
New York, New York 10001
Telephone: +1-212-444-6615
Toll free: 1-800-606-6969
Customer Service: 1-800-221-5743, +1-212-239-7765
www.BHPhotoVideo.com
After spending the day out sightseeing and shopping with a chill in the air, there is nothing like a Spa treatment to lift the spirits and rejuvenate the body. We indulged in pampering from Sothys Spa (L'institute Sothys, New York) in the stunning 5,000 square foot tri-level Spa where we received hydrating facials to keep our skin healthy and looking its best, something that is especially necessary in the winter months when the cold temperatures require extra care for the skin. 
Sothys Spa New York
Sothys Spa opened in 2005 and offers a wide range of Spa services including facials, body treatments, waxing, nail treatments, signature makeup services, and a line of products for purchase to continue the Sothys Spa experience at home. Read more about Sothys Spa (The L'institute Sothys, New York) in the Spas section. 
Sothys Spa New York Reception
Sothys Spa (The L'institute Sothys, New York)
37 West 57th Street (between 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue)
New York, New York 10019
Telephone: +1-212-688-9400
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www.SothySpa.com New York offers music lovers many venues, and one of the places on our regular club circuit is The Living Room where we have heard many of our favorite bands play over the years, including Theresa Andersson, Kelly Flint, Chris Bergson, and the Jay Collins Band, as well as having the opportunity to listen to new, and up-and-coming artists. In November, we had the opportunity to hear internationally renowned Swedish singer, songwriter, musician Jade Ell who now resides in Denmark, and the Norwegian diva singer and songwriter Christina Undhjem who performed together during their New York tour. These talented ladies treated New York to a spectacular Scandinavian experience as they sang a few cuts off Jade's CD Methods (of a hostage negotiator), some newly written songs that the two had collaborated on, and Christina also sang a few of her own songs, leaving the audience hoping for a return engagement in the near future. 
Christina Undhjem and Jade Ell at The Living Room New York
The Living Room is open Sunday - Thursday from 6:30 pm - 2:00 am, and Friday and Saturday from 6:30 pm - 4:00 am. Bands start at 7:00 pm, with different bands playing throughout the evening. Must be 21. Check their website for upcoming bands. 
The Living Room
154 Ludlow Street (between Stanton and Rivington)
New York, New York 10002
Telephone: +1-212-533-7235
www.LivingRoomNY.com
 Although winter is a perfect time to visit New York when you can ice skate in Central Park, Rockefeller Center, or Bryant Park; take a romantic horse drawn carriage ride while snuggling under a blanket; stay warm inside while visiting its many museums or shopping; see a Broadway show or experience a New York Jazz club; no matter what time of the year you visit, New York has much to offer.
Read other articles on New York in the Hotels and Resorts, Restaurants, Chefs' Recipes, Spas, and Luxury Products sections. For information and upcoming events taking place in New York, please visit the website: www.NYCVisit.com. 
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