Angelica Kitchen Since 1976, this organic vegan restaurant has been pleasing palates with a menu of ecologically grown whole foods. 300 East 12th St., 212.228.2909, www.angelicakitchen.com
Back Forty Open for dinner and weekend brunch, Savoy's little sister offers burgers and other local options in a casual environment. 190 Ave B., 212.388.1990, www.backfortynyc.com
Bar Milano This sleek, marble-walled Gramercy Park restaurant offers a contemporary Milanese menu for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a lively late-night scene. 323 3rd Ave., 212.683.3035
Barbuto Jonathan Waxman's West Village lunch and dinner spot focusing on rustic and comforting Italian-inspired dishes backed by seasonal ingredients. 775 Washington St., 212.924.9700, www.barbutonyc.com
Blue Hill/Blue Hill at Stone Barns Under chef Dan Barber's guidance, these sister restaurants celebrate local, seasonal ingredients, many of which are grown and raised at the Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture, a working farm 30 miles north of the city. 75 Washington Pl., 212.539.1776, www.bluehillnyc.com
Blue Smoke & Jazz Standard This Gramercy Park restaurant offers a selection of regional pit barbecue styles from across the country and jazz played by artists from around the world. 116 East 27th St., 212.447.7733, www.bluesmoke.com
BR Guest restaurants With 17 hospitality-focused restaurants nationwide and more destinations in the works, this dining group is one of the most successful in the country. www.brguestrestaurants.com
Cendrillon Offering out-of-the-ordinary pan-Asian fare for brunch, lunch and dinner, this SoHo restaurant serves Philippine specialties prepared with greenmarket-fresh ingredients. 45 Mercer St., 212.343.9012, www.cendrillon.com
'Cesca This Upper West Sider showcases classical preparations of southern Italian dishes using the finest meats and produce. 164 West 75th St., 212.787.6300, www.cescanyc.com
Commerce A former speakeasy, this West Village restaurant has been restored to include Art Deco details, and features a contemporary American menu. 50 Commerce St., 212.524.2301
Community Food & Juice Locally sourced comfort food is on the menu at this Morningside Heights café serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in an airy space with an eco-minded design. 2893 Broadway, 212.665.2800, www.communityrestaurant.com
Cookshop From lauding its farmers on chalkboards to creating menus that capture the flavors of what's in season, this New American restaurant in Chelsea encourages diners to explore the bounty of local farms via their taste buds. 156 10th Ave., 212.924.4440, www.cookshopny.com
Del Posto Housed in a grand space in Chelsea, this restaurant offers a menu that speaks to the history of Italian cuisine. 85 10th Ave., 212.497.8090, www.delposto.com
Dinosaur BBQ This Manhattan outpost of the Syracuse barbecue joint offers slow-smoked pork, brisket and all the trimmings in Harlem. 636 West 131st St., 212.694.1777, www.dinosaurbarbque.com
Dizzy Club Coca-Cola Jazz at Lincoln Center’s premiere jazz club, showcasing world-class music and a Soul Food-inspired menu that combines bold flavors of the South with New York City flair. Broadway at 60th Street, 5th Floor, 212.258.9595 www.greatperformances.com/cafes/dizzys-club-coca-cola
El Café
The new café at El Museo del Barrio, where diners can experience pan-Latino flavors, has a menu that changes daily, offering an extensive variety of authentic dishes including empanadas, ceviche, tamales, and tacos. 1230 Fifth Avenue, 212.831.7272 www.greatperformances.com/cafes/el-museo-del-barrio
Esca Showcasing Italian coastal cooking, the menu at this Theater District restaurant changes daily, incorporating the best fish available, from the waters of the Mediterranean to the Pacific and off the coast of Long Island. 402 West 43rd St., 212.564.7272, www.ecsa-nyc.com
5Ninth Housed inside a Meatpacking District brownstone, this minimalist-rustic restaurant offers an eclectic, greenmarket driven menu. 59th Ave., 212.929.9460, www.5ninth.com
Five Points This NoHo spot offers seasonal Med-inspired comfort food for brunch, lunch and dinner, in the relaxing dining room or at the bustling bar. 31 Great Jones St., 212.253.5700, www.fivepointsrestaurant.com
Giorgione Restaurant Seafood, pasta and wood-fired pizzas are specialties at this sleek SoHo Italian restaurant with a custom-made fireplace and a full-service oyster bar. 307 Spring St., 212.352.2269, www.giorgionenyc.com
Gotham Bar & Grill Since 1984, this vast dining room has drawn food lovers to taste chef Alfred Portale's lofty New American creations. 12 East 12th St., 212.620.4020, www.gothambarandgrill.com
Gramercy Tavern The stylishly rustic ambience and warm hospitality at this classic American tavern complements the contemporary cuisine, which is influenced by fresh greenmarket ingredients. 42 East 20th St., 212.477.0777, www.gramercytavern.com
The Harrison Bold, seasonally inspired cuisine is the trademark of this Tribeca restaurant offering a menu filled with American and Mediterranean-inspired dishes. 355 Greenwich St., 212.274.9310, www.redcatrestaurants.com
Hearth This int imate restaurant serves Italian-influenced, locally sourced New American cuisine 403 East 12th St., 212.602.1300, www.restauranthearth.com
Hundred Acres This SoHo restaurant specializes in seasonal New American cuisine inside a warm, rustic space with glass doors that open onto the street. 38 MacDougal St., 212.475.7500, www.hundredacresnyc.com
Il Buco Committed to traditional methods and ingredients, this rustic, antiques-filled spot offers Italian specialties for lunch and dinner. 47 Bond St., 212.533.1932, www.ilbuco.com
Inside Park at St. Bart's Fine dining in a landmark church on Park Avenue, with diamond-in-the-rough terrace accommodations from April to October, featuring sustainablility initiatives, and culinary creativity, of chef Matthew Weingarten. Park Ave. and 50th St., 212.593.3333, www.insideparknyc.com
Little Giant With just 35 seats and a tiny open kitchen, this Lower East Side spot pulls its produce and artisanal ingredients from local shops and greenmarkets. 85 Orchard St., 212.226.5047, www.littlegiantnyc.com
Little Owl This diminutive West Village neighborhood restaurant boasts a bold Mediterranean menu, comfort classics and a convivial atmosphere. 90 Bedford St., 212.741.4695 www.thelittleowlnyc.com
Lupa This Roman trattoria in Greenwich Village offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere and quality Italian fare at a moderate price 170 Thompson St., 212.982.5089 www.luparestaurant.com
Mae Mae Café Like a European "enoteca di vino", this warm and intimate Hudson Square Café features fresh, local, homemade dishes and an outstanding selection of wine. A neighborhood gem, it is open for lunch on weekdays and for dinner and live jazz on Wednesdays. 68 Vandam Street, 212.924.5109,
Market Table This new West Village establishment serves local, seasonal American dishes for lunch, dinner and brunch. 54 Carmine St., 212.255.2100, www.markettablenyc.com
Mas To craft its daily changing New American menu, this intimate Greenwich Village restaurant seeks out the freshest local ingredients. 39 Downing St., 212.255.1790, www.masfarmhouse.com
Nick & Toni's Cafe The Manhattan offshoot of the original Hamptons location proffers thin-crust pizza, Italian-style fish and chicken seared in a wood-burning oven. 100 West 67th St., 212.496.4000, www.nickandtoniscafe.com
Prune This tiny East Village space offers imaginative New American preparations for brunch, lunch and dinner. 54 East 1st St., 212.677.6221, www.prunerestaurant.com
Red Cat At Chelsea's neighborhood restaurant, the inviting atmosphere sets the stage for the American-inspired cuisine. 227 10th Ave., 212.242.1122, www.redcatrestaurants.com
Savoy Located inside a SoHo townhouse, this longtime locavore palace offers a serene dining experience and New American fare. 70 Prince St., 212.219.8570, www.savoynyc.com
Sotheby’s Terrace Cafe A tasty oasis nestled in the world-renowned auction house. This bright Upper East Side lunch spot serves fresh sandwiches, salads, sweets, and snacks and offers both indoor seating and a lush outdoor terrace.1334 York Avenue, 212.606.7070, www.greatperformances.com/cafes/sothebys-terrace-cafe
The Spotted Pig Helmed by chef April Bloomfield, this West Village gastropub specializes in seasonal British-Italian fare. 314 West 11th St., 212.620.0393, www.thespottedpig.com
Telepan Chef Bill Telepan punctuates his menu with greenmarket finds and a 700-bottle wine cellar at this New American restaurant near Lincoln Center. 72 West 69th St., 212.580.4300, www.telepan-ny.com
Union Square Cafe Restaurateur Danny Meyer's first establishment, this New American cafe is known for its delicious Italiana accented menu, its comfortable atmosphere and excellent hospitality. 21 East 16th St., 212.243.4020, www.unionsquarecafe.com
COFFEE ROASTERS
Hampton Coffee Company Since 1994, this espresso bar, bakery full-service café hand-roasts estate-grown artisanal coffee daily. Fresh juices, soups and sandwiches, and outdoor seating at both locations. (869 Montauk Hwy., Water Mill, and 194 Mill Rd., Westhampton Beach. Year-round, 6 a.m.–6 p.m. 726.COFE. hamptoncoffeecompany.com.)
Gemma Restaurant This farmhouse trattoria in the Bowery Hotel specializes in Italian dishes and pizzas from a wood-fired oven335 Bowery, 212.505.9100, www.theboweryhotel.com
Astor Center At this trio of downtown classrooms, visiting winemakers, chefs, farmers, authors and travel experts gather to teach and discuss matters of good taste. 399 Lafayette St., 212.674.7501, www.astorcenternyc.com
City Food Tours & Events Offering guided walks of the artisanal foods of the Lower East Side, NoLita and an Upper West Side wine tour, as well as sustainable food coach trips. 212.535.TOUR, www.cityfoodtours.com
Culinary Insiders Be the first to visit New York City’s hottest openings, and take exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of the city’s top dining destinations with this supper club for the food-obsessed. 212.330.9080, www.culinaryinsiders.com
De Gustibus Guest chefs from around the cit y preside over the professional kitchen inside this long-running cooking school housed on Macy’s eighth floor. 151 West 34th St., 212.239.1652, www.degustibusnyc.com
Foods of New York Tours Providing culinary walking tours of New York neighborhoods including Greenwich Village, Chinatown and the Meatpacking District. 212.209.3370, www.foodsofny.com
French Culinary Institute Prepare for an exciting life in the food industry in just six or nine months at this hands-on culinary training ground in New York City. 462 Broadway at Canal St., 888.FCI.CHEF, www.frenchculinary.com
Greenopia Your local guide to green living, with books on Los Angeles, San Francisco and now New York City, listing ecofriendly retailers, services, and organizations. www.greenopia.com
The New School Bringing positive change to the world through its students, this university offers 70 graduate and undergraduate degree programs, including food studies, plus continuing education courses. 66 West 12th St., 212.229.5615, www.newschool.edu
Stone Barns A farm-to-table campus in Westchester devoted to advancing community-based food production with year-round classes, programs and activities for adults, kids and school groups. 914.366.6200, www.stonebarnscenter.org
Astor Wines & Spirits In this 11,000-square-foot NoHo store, connoisseurs and the newly initiated alike can browse bottles of wine, sake and liquors. 399 Lafayette St., 212.674.7500, www.astorwines.com
Columbus Circle Wines & Spirits This third-generation family wine shop focuses on great wine at down-to-earth prices. 1802 Broadway, 212.247.0764, www.columbuscirclewine.com
Italian Wine Merchants Specializing in artisanal and smallbatch wines from Italy, this shop houses an extensive Italian wine collection. 108 East 16th St., 212.473.2323, www.italianwinemerchant.com
Le Dû's Wines Personal service is the trademark of this West Village shop, home to an eclectic mix of wines, spirits and sakes owner Jean-Luc Le Dû has selected from around the world. 600 Washington St., 212.924.6999, www.leduwines.com
Moore Brothers Wine Company With shops in New York and New Jersey, and an extensive blog, featuring small, artisan wine producers from France, Italy, and Germany 33 East 20th St., 212.375.1575 moorebrothersblogs.com
Pasanella & Son This South Street Seaport shop stocks more than 400 wines, plus glassware and accessories, and offers weekly tastings. 115 South St., 212.233.8383, www.pasanellaandson.com
Pour This Upper West Side wine shop groups bottles by style rather than region and its knowledgeable staff advises customers about food pairings. 321 Amsterdam Ave., 212.501.7687, www.pourwines.com
Sea Grape Wine Shop This West Village oenophile favorite features moderately priced, hard-to-find small winery bottlings and popular Thursday night tastings. 512 Hudson St., 212.463.7688, www.seagrapewines.com
Sherry-Lehmann Wine & Spirits In business for more than 70 years, this venerable service-oriented wine shop now occupies a three-f loor, 9,000-sqf space, offering thousands of bottles at a variety of price ranges. 212.838.7500 www.sherry-lehmann.com
67 Wines & Spirits This Lincoln Center-area merchant stocks more than 10,000 wine labels, and its friendly and knowledgeable staff can help you find just the right bottle. 179 Columbus Ave., 212.724.6767, www.67wine.com
WINE TASTING CHARTERS & EVENTS
Classic Harbor Line Unique, professionally led wine tastings for corporate, private, or holiday events aboard the yacht Manhattan. Chelsea Piers, Pier 59, West 18th St. & the Hudson River, 212.627.1825, www.sail-nyc.com
Brotherhood Winery America's oldest winery in the heart of the Hudson Valley offering tours, tastings and a spectacular underground cellar. 845.496.3661, www.brotherhoodwinery.net
Bedell Cellars This North Fork winery produces merlot, Bordeaux-style blends and a special Artist Series; Bedell also grows and produces gewürztraminer, cabernet franc and chardonnay under the Corey Creek Vineyards label. 631.734.7537, www. bedellcellars.com
Channing Daughters This small, artisanal Bridgehampton winery, growing 25 acres of vines, crafts a variety of single- and multiple-varietal wines using a blend of traditional methods and experimentation. 631.537.7224,www.channingdaughters.com
Paumanok Vineyards Founded in 1983, this estate winery produces premium chardonnay, riesling, sauvignon blanc, chenin blanc, merlot, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc and petit verdot. 631.722.8800, www.paumanok.com
Peconic Bay Winery One of the f irst vineyards on the North Fork, Peconic Bay produces hand-harvested, estate-grown wines including cha rdonnay, r ie s l ing and cabernet franc. 631.734.7361, www.peconicbaywinery.com
Raphael Piloted by pioneering Long Island winemaker Richard Olson-Harbich, this Italian-style estate of the Petrocelli Family in Peconic aims to create the region’s finest merlot. 631-765-1100, www.raphaelwine.com
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Bonterra This certified organic winery in Mendocino County, California, produces world-class wines, including sauvignon blanc, chardonnay and cabernet sauvignon. 707.237.3461, www.bonterra.com
Blue Point Brewing Company Using a brick kettle under a direct flame, this Long Island microbrewery crafts a selection of beers including Pale Ale and the seasonal Octoberfest brew. 631.475.6944, www.bluepointbrewing.com
Compass Box Handcrafted, small batch Scotch whiskies in distinctive and original styles with names—the Peat Monster and Hedonism—as memorable as the drink. compassboxwhisky.com
Woodford Reserve An award-winning, small-batch, premium bourbon crafted in the heart of Kentucky’s bluegrass region. www.woodfordreserve.com
Bodum For the design-conscious epicure, Bodum offers its signature streamlined coffeemakers and accessories, kitchen- and tableware. www.bodum.com
Café La Semeuse Starting with a taste test in a Manhattan café over 20 years ago, this special coffee roasted at high altitudes has been quietly surprising and satisfying coffee drinkers with a smooth and full-bodied cup that’s never bitter. 800.242.6333 or www.CafeLaSemeuse.com/ediblenyc
Jack’s Stir Brew Coffee Starting with organic, shade-grown, fair trade beans, these friendly Greenwich Village and South Street Seaport coffee shops use a unique system that stirs the grinds as the coffee brews, producing an exceptionally smooth cup of joe. 212.929.0821, www.jacksstirbrew.com
Porto Rico Importing Co. Established more than 100 years ago, these downtown emporiums offer hundreds of coffees and teas from around the world, including organic and fair trade varieties. 201 Bleecker St., 800.453.5908, www.portorico.com
CHOCOLATE
Vere Chocolate Using sustainably grown, pesticide-free cocoa beans, this Manhattan-based chocolate maker crafts all-natural truffles, caramels, bars and brownies without refined sugar. www.veregoods.com
City Bakery Pretzel croissants, cookies, tarts, hot chocolate and exceptional prepared foods are crafted daily at this Union Square-area institution. 3 West 18th St., 212.366.1414, www.thecitybakery.com
Sullivan St. Bakery Known for its Italian breads handcrafted using a unique slow fermentation method, this bakery offers loaves of pugliese and ciabatta, as well as pizzas and sweet treats. 533 West 47th St., 212.265.5580, www.sullivanstreetbakery.com
BUTCHERS
O. Ottomanelli & Sons This family-run traditional butcher shop in Greenwich Village, offers dry-aged beef, sausage and game. 285 Bleecker St., 212.675.4217, www.ottomanelli.com
8 O’clock Ranch 100 percent grassfed beef and lamb, and pastured pork. Organically and humanely raised near the New York-Canada border. Offering a range of cuts and a CSA. 877-755-1360, www.eightoclockranch.com
Flying Pigs Farm Located in Washington County, this family farm raises rare heritage breeds of pigs and sells pork at greenmarkets, online and at the farm. 518.854.3844, www.flyingpigsfarm.com
GROCERS
Dean & Deluca Since 1977, this SoHo flagship emporium for cooking, eating and entertaining has offered a marketplace of fine foods for the epicure. 560 Broadway at Prince St., 212.226.6800 www.deandeluca.com
Eli’s Manhattan A 20,000-square-foot gourmet market with an on-site restaurant, café and wine shop, this Upper East Side destination carries a wide selection of ingredients, including breads, cheeses, prepared foods and specialty items. 1411 3rd Ave., 212.717.8100, www.elismanhattan.com
Gentile’s Market Counting the mayor among its clientele, this circa-1927 Upper East Side marketplace also offers a deli, catering, fresh produce and a full grocery. 1045 Madison Ave., 212.831.3470.
Whole Foods Market The world’s leading organic and natural foods supermarket, with five locations in New York City. www.wholefoodsmarket.com
Zabar’s This landmark specialty foods emporium has been serving New York City for more than 70 years, offering premium fish, cheeses, coffee, housewares and more. 2245 Broadway, 800.697.6301, www.zabars.com
Russ & Daughters A family operation since 1914, this Lower East Side “appetizing” landmark is beloved for its selection of smoked and cured fish, caviar, bread and sweets like babka and rugelach.179 East Houston, 212.475.4880, www.russanddaughters.com
D. Coluccio and Sons This Italian foods importer in Bay Ridge has everything you could want from the mother country, including combo pastas, olive oil, cheese, cured meats and clientele who haven’t bothered to learn English. 1214-20 60th St., Brooklyn, 718.436.6700.
Di Palo’s Fine Foods Little Italy lives! Fresh ricotta made daily, salumi, olive oil and hundreds of other Italian specialties. 200 Grand St., 212.226.1033
Greenmarkets Serving New York City since 1976, these open-air farmers markets give residents access to local farm-fresh produce, meats, seafood, cheeses, baked goods and more. 212.788.7476, www.cenyc.org/greenmarket
Fulton Stall Market Vendors offer locally grown produce and prepared foods at this fresh food marketplace seven days a week, year-round at the South Street Seaport. www.thenewseaport.com
Maxwells Farm The 45-acre vegetable farm in Changewater, New Jersey, that has become a Greenmarket favorite at Union Square (Mon), Dag Hammarskjöld (47th & 2nd) (Wed) and Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn (Sat). 908.689.5200, Farmax@bellatlantic.net
Katchkie Farm A year-round NOFA-certified farming operation owned by Great Performances. Source and inspiration for fresh vegetables, a line of artisanal products (including Katchkie Ketchup and Thunder Pickles), and the “100 Mile Menu”. 745 Fischer Road, Kinderhook, NY www.katchkiefarm.com
Red Jacket Orchards Located in the Finger Lakes region, this family-run orchard is known for its quality fresh ciders and juices as well as apples, stone fruits, fruit pies and pastries. 315.781.2749, www.redjacketorchards.com
Evans Farmhouse Creamery This certified organic, family-operated upstate creamery produces cream-on-top milk and yogurt from its pasture-fed Jersey cows. 607.334.5339
Murray’s Cheese This Greenwich Village landmark with an outpost in Grand Central offers artisanal cheeses from around the globe, plus tastings, tours of the underground cheese caves, and educational classes. 888.MY.CHEEZ, www.murrayscheese.com
Ronnybrook Farm Dairy This Hudson Valley family farm offers old-fashioned cream-on-top milk, butter, yogurt, cheese and ice cream at its Chelsea Market storefront and beyond. 518.398.8000, www.ronnybrook.com
Saxelby Cheesemongers This Lower East Side shop offers a premium selection of American farmstead cheese, with a focus on artisan cheeses from the American Northeast. Essex Street Market, 212.228.8204, www.saxelbycheese.com
Alto Adige Bordered by mountains, this small region in northern Italy draws on both the Alpine and Mediterranean traditions to craft cured ham and cheeses of exceptional quality. www.speckaltoadigeigp-asiagodop.com
Doughnut Plant Artisanal doughnuts made with seasonal fruits and unique glazes, available at the Lower East Side headquarters and elsewhere. 379 Grand St., 212.505.3700, www.doughnutplant.com
Fizzy Lizzy The Manhattan-based maker of eight, refreshing natural juice spritzers with no added sugar or corn syrup. 800.203.9336, www.fizzylizzy.com
Heritage Foods USA Dedicated to preserving heritage foods and making them available to all Americans by promoting genetic diversity, small family farms and a traceable food supply. 212.980.6603, www.heritagefoodsusa.com
Organic Valley Farmer-owned since 1988, this cooperative of organic family farms now produces dairy, eggs, juice, meat, soy and vegetables. 888.444.6455, www.organicvalley.coop
Widow’s Hole Oyster Co. Located on Peconic Bay on the eastern end of Long Island, Widow’s Hole cultivates and harvests oysters for same-day delivery to New York City. 631.477.3442, www.widowsholeoysters.com
BOOK STORES
Kitchen Arts & Letters The country’s largest food and wine bookstore, it stocks more than 12,000 titles and offers access to out-of-print books to assist food professionals, scholars and the general public. 1435 Lexington Ave, 212.876.5550, www.kitchenartsandletters.com
The Cleaver Company This longtime green caterer produces a wide range of events with menus showcasing the region and the season; visit their Chelsea Market organic eatery. 428 West 16th St., 212.741.6623, www.cleaverco.com
Great Performances Whether orchestrating an intimate 25-person dinner party or a corporate event for 1,000, this caterer for Manhattan's Jazz at Lincoln Center and The Plaza Hotel offers passion and creativity, and their own organic farm in the Hudson Valley. 304 Hudson Street, 212.727.2424, www.greatperformances.com
FOOD BLOGS
Serious Eats An online community focused on food and drink, this blog covers food news, recipes, restaurants and more. www.seriouseats.com
City Harvest Since 1982, the world’s first and New York City’s only food rescue program, whose fleet of trucks and volunteers link the city’s hungry with 20 million pounds of food rescued from restaurants, greenmarkets, farms and grocers each year. 575 Eighth Avenue, 4th Floor, 917.351.8700, www.cityharvest.org
Environmental Defense Fund For more than 40 years, this 500,000-member nonprofit has worked to protect the environmental rights of current and future generations, focusing on clean air and water, healthy food chains, and ecosystem restoration. www.edf.org
Food Bank for New York City Founded in 1983, the Food Bank is one of the largest food banks in the country, helping to provide 250,000 free meals daily for New Yorkers who would otherwise go hungry. 212.566.7855, www.foodbanknyc.org
Heifer International Building stronger communities in the U.S. and worldwide since 1944, Heifer is a humanitarian organization that seeks to end hunger and increase self-reliance using livestock, training and participants’ agreement to pass along their knowledge to other families in need. 800.422.0474, www.heifer.org
Just Food Working to develop a sustainable food system in the New York City area, Just Food builds partnerships between rural family farms, urban gardeners and New York neighborhoods through Community Supported Agriculture and education. 210 East 51st St., 212.645.9880, www.justfood.org
Long Island Wine Council With 40 member wineries, this industry association is dedicated to the promotion and development of Long Island’s premium wine producers. 631.369.5887, www.liwines.com
Pear Bureau Confirmed pear enthusiasts or novices looking to learn more about this delicious, sweet and juicy fruit can find recipes, nutritional information and the history of each variety carefully cultivated in the United States. usapears.com
Pride of NY Promoting the sale of food grown and processed within New York State, from farmstead cheese to maple syrup, from grassfed meats to fresh-made pastas. www.prideofny.com
Slow Food NYC The New York City chapter of Slow Food, an international organization focused on celebrating regional food traditions at a slower pace, is dedicated to a food system that is good, clean and fair. www.slowfood.com
New York Restoration Project Founded by Bette Midler, this nonprofit organization is dedicated to creating and restoring parks and community gardens throughout New York City. 254 West 31st St., 212.333.2552, www.nyrp.org
Uncork New York From Finger Lakes rieslings to Long Island cabernet francs to Hudson Valley dessert wines, the New York Wine and Grape Foundation encourages New Yorkers to drink from their own backyard. www.newyorkwines.org
Karp Resources Designed to help clients grow their food and agriculture businesses, this boutique consulting firm believes that “good food is good business.” 631.765.9406, www.karpresources.com
First Pioneer Farm Credit A full-service financial provider for agriculture businesses, First Pioneer offers mortgages, tax planning, consulting, insurance and more. www.firstpioneer.com
General Growth Properties/Seaport Marketplace On Pier 17, the Seaport Marketplace is a landmark of Lower Manhattan, with historic buildings and a shopping center set on cobblestone streets with a view of sailing ships on the East River. General Growth Properties has proposed a redevelopment plan that will reconnect the Seaport to Lower Manhattan, drawing local residents and visitors alike. www.thenewseaport.com
Lieblein Associates Using a mix of public relations, marketing, branding and events, this full-service communications agency delivers high-impact campaigns with measurable results. 631.447.9600, www.liebleinassociates.com
Pylones Since 1985, makers of gifts that excite, educate, and inspire smiles, from houseware and kitchen to garden and stationary. 69 Spring St., 842 Lexington Ave., 49 Grove St. #2, and Grand Central Terminal Shuttle Passage. www.pylones-usa.com, 212.431.3244
Zipcar The world’s largest car sharing and car club provider with a range of hybrid and standard cars throughout New York City waiting for day trips or weekend getaways. 866.4ZIPCAR, www.zipcar.com
