A native New Yorker knows the city differently than those who flock here as adults. There's an innate sense of the city's pace, energy, and treasures flowing through their veins. So it's hardly surprising that Syracuse-born WNBA star and Olympic Gold medalist Breanna "Stewie" Stewart shared her must-visit spots in Manhattan.
The 2016 WNBA draft first pick had some time to scope out the landscape helping lead the New York Liberty to countless victories. Living in Brooklyn, Stewie shares some of her favorite spots - think Gage & Tollner; Prospect Park, and the 1 Hotel - along with some classic, family friendly spots like the Museum of Modern Art and the Brooklyn Art Museum.
Below, get to know Stewie's New York for a slam dunk time in the Big Apple, and make sure to check out more insights from MICHELIN Inspectors, chefs, and celebrities.
What are some of your favorite restaurants in New York?
Tamarind - best Indian restaurant in the city!
Gage & Tollner - inviting ambiance and great oysters!
Red Hook Tavern - great place to go to just get away from the city and enjoy with friends.
Which hotel do you enjoy?
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge - it's just relaxing the moment you walk in, whether you are there for a stay or a day date.
Favorite museums?
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), Brooklyn Art Museum
Favorite place to de-stress?
Aire Ancient Bathhouse- I love the baths and cold plunge, a good way to de-stress on a day off.
Favorite outdoor spaces?
Prospect Park is just massive so the kids can have tons of space to play.
Dumbo is good for some lunch, ice cream or to hop on the ferry.
These are usually our go to parks with the fam.
Address Book
Tamarind
99 Hudson St, New York, NY 10013
Gage & Tollner
372 Fulton St 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Red Hook Tavern
329 Van Brunt St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge (One MICHELIN Key)
60 Furman St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
MoMA
11 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019
Brooklyn Museum
200 Eastern Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11238
AIRE Ancient Baths
88 Franklin St, New York, NY 10013
Prospect Park
Brooklyn, NY
Dumbo
Brooklyn, NY 11201
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