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I love honey and that sounds great too! Union Square! Is the farmers market only on weekends?

For some in the islands, omiyage can be viewed as "somewhat" of a tradition in some households or a family tradition (so to speak). That being said, any suggestions of what edible type of "souvenir or memento" unique to NY that I can bring back to Hawaii. This generally would be for the office and close family members. Just something rather small.

Thanks Kathryn - noted. Momofuku it is!

Your "two cents" worth is a hundred-fold in my eyes! Thanks and will definitely map those eateries. Ginger chicken is my fav so it will be on my list - absolutely. Great suggestion about the non-resv types of restaurants. Awesome! .

You are the greatest! I know I must pick the attractions and already trying to plan a quick itinerary. Will be in NY in three weeks. As far as restaurants, $30 to $40/pp would be good. Our prices can be high here in Hawaii, so I do understand the costs of various restaurants. Being that this is the first time to NY and a quick trip, eateries are something we also aim for while traveling, i.e. anything unique to the city. And, we want to and plan to venture outside of our hotel area. One thing we do plan for is a Broadway play. So any nearby eatery would be great. Attire here in the island (Oahu) is very casual, thus, what would be appropriate attire for a play? I am continuing to seek other discussions posted, but all of your advice posted are just great!!!!!
Thanks so much!

Aloha! Thanks for the feedback. I will take our advice and order tickets on line. Great! This is my first trip to the Big Apple. Perhaps when time is not too pressing, I will be back for a longer visit. Been to the east coast but never to NY. I welcome anymore info! A Hui Hou!

I am from Hawaii and taking a short trip to Manhattan. Won't have much time but besides the usual tourist "must see" attractions, I wanted to catch a Broadway play. Suggestions as to whether it is beneficial to purchase tickets online ahead of time or obtaining tickets when we arrive in NY would not be a problem. I am staying at the Millenium Hotel - any suggestions to great eateries. We love all kinds of food so anything unique to NY would be wonderful. We are anxious to experience the yellow cab rides as well as the subways.

Any info would be awesome