Back in my retail buying days I spent tons of time in the city, and was always up to date on where to eat and stay. These days, I’m feeling like a bit of a country bumpkin, so I made a few quick trips into the city to see what’s new. If you’re heading in for holiday shopping or museum hopping, here’s a short list of what to eat, where to stay and a few new favorite shops.

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