About this item
A locals' treasure map to the secret spots favored by true New Yorkers.The "must-visit, must-see" travel list given to you by the New Yorker friend you wish you had. Vibrantly illustrated throughout, this practical guide transports readers to discover an insider's view of the Big Apple. The vivid watercolors illustrate destinations of the architectural marvels, cultural hubs, food and drink spots, and music venues that make New York so exciting. Cultural musings, accessible histories, anecdotes, and informative details accompany the illustrations throughout, making this volume as practical as it is beautiful.The book features eleven curated neighborhood destination walks--guiding the reader through the energetic New York streets, passing restaurants and coffee shops, historical sights, museums and galleries, parks, and the kind of authentic and timeless sites that one hopes to find when imagining the city.
About the Author
Jessie Kanelos Weiner is a Franco-American watercolor illustrator (Vogue, The New York Times, WSJ) and Rizzoli author. She is the Rizzoli coauthor of "New York in Stride: An Insider's Walking Guide" (Feb 2020) and the wildly popular "Paris in Stride". She is also the author of "Edible Paradise: A Coloring Book of Seasonal Fruits and Vegetables" (Universe) and a handful of French language cookbooks. She lives in Paris with her photographer husband and baby.
