TimeOut

Time Out No. #59 | Thursday 11 March 2021

New Yorkers reflect on their last normal nights one year ago

Believe it or not—almost a year has passed since life changed dramatically in NYC. To reflect on this week’s milestone, we caught up with local chefs, business owners, restaurateurs and more to see what was going through their heads right before lockdown and to find out what they’re up to now.

Three ways to enjoy this weekend’s spring-like weather

Shaye Weaver
Things To Do Editor
@shayeweaver

Domino Park's Reflect installation

Be a part of a vibrant waterfront light show this weekend at a new art installation by Jen Lewin. The interactive work, called Reflect, forms three concentric rings of interactive platforms that respond to visitor’s steps. It's free and open to the public at Domino Park every day from 8am until 10pm.

“Spotlight on Orchids” at the New York Botanical Garden

The annual Orchid Show may not be happening this year, but the New York Botanical Garden still has some gorgeous blooms up its sleeve. Head up this weekend to see a delightful spray of orchids in almost every color imaginable to get your floral fix. With timed ticketing, you'll have more space and time to spend taking it all in.

Dine at one of these outdoor villages

Since the weather is nice, take lunch al fresco. Under a new program from AmEx and Resy, over 30 restaurants now have fun outdoor villages you can dine in. If you need help choosing from the list, Nom Wah Tea Parlor has cute outdoor dining tents that are perfect if you're in the mood for some dim sum.

What's trending

Want to find out more about your landlord?

A new free app is letting New Yorkers share information about their landlords anonymously. Check if yours is on it.

Indoor dining in NYC is expanding to 50%

Restaurants in the city will have their highest capacities since the pandemic began starting later this month. Here's everything you need to know about it.

All aboard the tequila train!

You can now travel through Mexico on an all-you-can-drink tequila train. 2021 tickets are on sale now for those wanting to plan ahead.

A Sonic is coming to Manhattan

America’s Drive-Thru is opening a new location in a very unexpected spot: midtown. Find out how to get your hands on a SuperSonic Cheeseburger.

Your weekend, planned

Meet Sidney the Seal—the New York Aquarium's newest resident. Swing by and say hi or try out one of our 48 other ideas for how to have a great time in NYC this weekend.