UWS Trader Joe’s Sets Grand Opening Date

Upper West Siders, rejoice!  It’s only a matter of days until one of the most anticipated openings in recent Upper West Side history.  The Trader Joe’s at 72nd and Broadway will officially open its doors on Monday, September 20th, exactly three weeks from today, giving the neighborhood an excellent new option to fulfill their grocery [...]

Today: UWS Whole Foods’ First Birthday

In some ways, it feels like the Whole Foods Market at Columbus Square (Columbus and 97th) just had its grand opening yesterday.  But it has in fact been a year, and the store plans to celebrate tonight.  Come to the store from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm today to enjoy a complimentary wining and dining, [...]

Upper West Side Openings and Closings

Paige PPD, the high-end jeans store taking the former Godiva Chocolates space on Columbus between 71st and 72nd, is now open.  The jeans run $150 and upward but promise to “lift the derriere, lengthen your legs and slenderize your hips and thighs,” so totally worth it, right?  Also open is a new Greek bakery called [...]

Openings and Closings Roundup

It’s been a big week for Upper West Side openings and closings, so we put together a roundup of the most recent news.
• Trader Joe’s is for-reals.  The grocery store has officially confirmed its upcoming location at 72nd and Broadway as part of 200 West’s residential and retail development, although the rumored September opening date [...]

Tell Us Your UWS Produce Find and Win a Mindful Health Gift Basket

Our friends at the Upper West Side healthy food blog Creative Delites are offering a great contest for produce junkies on the Upper West Side.  Read on to hear the contest details, or check out the contest info at Creative Delites.
With the warm weather on its way, Creative Delites and Mindful Health are teaming up [...]

Late September Opening Anticipated for UWS Trader Joe’s

While details of the upcoming opening of an Upper West Side Trader Joe’s (Broadway at 72nd) have remained highly secretive, our friends at West Side Independent have been digging for info to get some clues into the store’s opening.  After a chat with City Councilwoman Gale Brewer, the initial rumored opening date was August of [...]

Upcoming Whole Foods Columbus Square Events

Whole Foods Columbus Square (Columbus near 97th) has some great free happenings this week… first, stop by the growler station tonight for a free beer tasting.  Shmaltz Brewing Company will be giving out samples of five of their beers while you receive $1 off 64 oz. growler fills for Thursday Happy Hour.  Also happening tonight [...]

Upper West Side Openings Update

Let’s start with an update on one of the most anticipated Upper West Side openings… the Trader Joe’s planned at 72nd and Broadway, while yet to announce an official opening on the Upper West Side, has a date in sight for the completion of renovations, according to West Side Independent.  A chat with City Councilwoman [...]

Starting Next Week: Jazz Legend Winter Series at Whole Foods

The new Whole Foods Market in Columbus Square (Columbus near 97th) has been offering a plethora of free events and specials since its opening, with the store working hard to connect with its community.  One such offering, the Jazz Legend Series, brings the heritage of the neighborhood to Whole Foods by honor the great musicians [...]

Tuesdays in January: Whole Foods Health Tours

Whole Foods Market Columbus Square (Columbus near 97th) is holding a great free tour each Tuesday this month.  Come to the store for a “Health Starts Here” tour and tasting, an insightful series that will give you tips on living and eating natural, nutritious, and nourishing meals.  From Gluten free diets to alternative sweeteners, Ali, [...]