Holiday Month: Week 1
And we’re back with a new theme for this month’s Rachel’s Recs. As you might have expected, it’s holiday-themed! I polled you on our Instagram and turns out you want festive drinks, suggestions of where to buy last-minute gifts, non touristy things to do, so I’m going to try and cover as much as I can. This week I’m starting you off with something classic and some food to grab before or after. And don’t forget to submit your NYC requests on Friday in our stories on Instagram!
One of the most classic holiday movies, It’s A Wonderful Life, is playing at IFC Center from December 8th to 25th! If you’ve never seen this movie, let me tell you, seeing it in one of the best theatres in the city is really a treat. I saw it two years ago and loved the entire experience. It’s a great holiday activity in the city that won’t be overrun with a certain type of crowd (ahem, tourists ☺️) Go get your tickets!
Before or after you’ve seen your holiday movie, why not head to one of my favorite pizza spots in the city, John’s. Just a cute four-minute stroll from IFC, it’s the perfect pairing to your NYC evening. The place is no frills and the pizzas are exceptional! Of note, John’s only serves pies, and isn’t that just great? Because it means you get more pizza!
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