48 Hours in New York City and The Hotel Sofitel New York

At night, the streets of New York really come alive and walking through Manhattan after dinner is one of our favorite things to do in the city. When we left Eataly, we were entertained by hundreds of New Yorkers lining up in the middle of 23rd Street to take pictures of the Manhattan Summer Solstice, often referred to as Manhattanhenge.  This is when the brilliant orange-red setting sun aligns with the streets of New York City, much like Stonehenge in the United Kingdom aligns with the celestial calendar. This particular solstice was even more dramatic as a Super Moon aligned 180 degrees in the other direction. The New York drivers were not as interested in the celestial coincidence as much as those snapping pictures with their smartphones. Of course, we also had to join in on the moment and capture a picture of this rare occurrence.

Pasta, of course, at Eataly - Taken with an iPhone

Pasta, of course, at Eataly – Taken with an iPhone

Manhattanhendge

Manhattanhendge

On this, our second and last evening in New York, we returned to The Sofitel where we relaxed and enjoyed a nightcap at Gaby’s, the hotel’s bar and French inspired restaurant. At the end of a long day, it is a pleasure to return to your hotel room, open the drapes, and admire the bright lights of the big city.

Gaby's Bar

Gaby’s Bar

For such a brief trip, this was a truly memorable one: we dined at the famous culinary destination, The James Beard House; Mr. B relived food memories at some of New York’s well-known restaurants that he frequented when he lived there; we enjoyed lunch at a Daniel Boulud restaurant; visited the September 11 Memorial & Museum; and stayed at the beautiful French inspired Hotel Sofitel New York.  I guess that’s where the expression “New York Minute” comes from.

Times Square - Taken with an iPhone

Times Square – Taken with an iPhone

* These images and the one at the top of the post are courtesy of Hotel Sofitel New York.

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