Avant-Guide New York City : Insiders' Guide to Progressive Culture

Featuring comprehensive, authoritative on new, unique, and fashion-forward hotels, restaurants, shops, and nightlife in America's cultural, culinary, and style capital," Avant-Guide New York City is packed with straightforward reviews from insiders who are not afraid to attack sacred cows or praise a hidden treasure. The guide contains essential background information on the history of the Big Apple and a savvy guide to its richly varied neighborhoods. Written to appeal to seasoned visitors looking for a new approach to their favorite destination, the guide profiles important personalities who drive the cultural scene and offers exciting ideas for visitors with or without children. Cleverly designed with lots of fully plotted, full-color maps, "Avant-Guide New York City offers innovative detachable directories that provide indispensable information in a portable format.