Samuel S. T. Pressman had wanted to build a food garden on the rooftop of his Clinton Hill apartment for years. The artist and sculptor…
As Indoor Bars Remain on Ice, Beverly’s Closes and Others Struggle
Seven years ago, Leah Dixon co-founded a charming dive bar named Beverly’s on the Lower East Side. Featuring a flashy, pink neon sign and artwork…
Can New York’s Dog Walkers Dig Themselves Out of a Hole?
Nicholas Rodriguez was a doorman concierge before starting Doors & Dawgs in 2014. After seeing local dog walkers pick up countless furry clients at his building, Rodriguez decided to start his own business based in Tribeca and Battery Park City.…
These Bikers Wear Masks, and Distribute Them
When Kirsten Midura started Engines for Change in 2019, she was merging her love for motorcycle riding and environmental activism. The nonprofit started off hosting…
Motorcycles Are Suddenly Everywhere, But New Riders Face a Bumpy Road
Steven Radt, the owner of the Ducati Motorcycles flagship in SoHo, was initially worried for his business once Governor Cuomo ordered a statewide pause in…
This Baker Makes Dog Portraits That Your Pup Can Wolf Down
Baking cakes for dogs was not Anna Scala’s initial call into the world of niche desserts. She started with erotic cookies. Her artistic passion drove…