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5 Times Square food spots we LOVE (seriously)
+ A smoothie rave 🥤 & a packing hack to maximize your luggage & hotel space 👀
Ashley & Devin from Better Together Here
September 3rd, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes
Hi there,
“It can destroy an individual, or it can fulfill him, depending a good deal on luck. No one should come to New York to live unless he is willing to be lucky.” -E B White, Here Is New York
In this week’s newsletter:
🎫 Events We Love This Week: September 3-10 - Free concert featuring Broadway stars & an early-morning smoothie rave 😅
🇵🇪 You’ll Have to Check It Out - Authentic Peruvian cuisine in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen
🚦 5 Times Square Restaurants - Arguably the best Cubano sandwiches in Manhattan
Let’s go! 👇
Note: As always, this email was written by an actual human who lives in NYC, not artificial intelligence. 🥸
Events We Love This Week: September 3-10, 2025
In the city this week? Here are some fun events we’re keeping an eye on.
Free Broadway in Battery Park City - September 6 @ 7:30pm
Broadway stars Ana Gasteyer, Darlesia Cearcy, Richard Kind, Ethan Slater, Tamkia Lawrence, Mary Louise Parker, and more bring the bright lights of Broadway to Battery Park City with a one-night-only concert featuring showtunes that celebrate the Big Apple.
Free Rooftop Smoothie Rave - September 7 @ 9am
Just when you thought you’d seen it all, you read the sentence: “The smoothie rave is here”.
Drugstore is throwing a morning rooftop party with smoothies, music, and breakfast vibes. Head to Time Out Market’s iconic Dumbo rooftop as Samantha Ronson takes over the decks with a live DJ set.
Fuel your morning with:
Drugstore smoothies
Warm breakfast burritos
Matcha drinks
Chia pudding
Overnight oats & more
Admission is FREE, but an RSVP is required (capacity is limited).
Food & drinks will be available for purchase on-site. All ages welcome.
Packing for Your NYC Trip? 👇
Traveling to New York requires plenty of schlepping luggage up and down stairs, so a smaller bag is ideal.
Keep your packing organized and compact with packing cubes. Hands down the best upgrade I’ve made to my travels!
You’ll Have to Check It Out - Kausa
Happy hour frozen margarita ($7) with Tajin rim
Kausa in Hell’s Kitchen is a no-frills, welcoming Peruvian restaurant with absolutely phenomenal food.
Our waitress was extremely helpful and guided us to some delicious & authentic Peruvian dishes we’d never tried.. and loved!
Lomo Saltado (front) and Fettuccine a la Huancaina (back)
Plus, their happy hour featured some delicious frozen coconut margaritas. 🍹
We highly recommend the Lomo Saltado & Fettuccine a la Huancaina entrees if you go!
Funky downstairs decor near the bathroom
Additionally, their bathroom area was top-notch. Funky decor, cool murals, and a seating area if you need to wait in line.. a very nice touch. 👌
5 Times Square Restaurants Worth Trying
When it comes to experiencing the vibrant allure of Times Square, there’s more to discover than just the captivating lights, pulsating energy, and general crowds. 😉
This iconic New York City neighborhood also has some fantastic food options. While many are mediocre chains, there are 5 spots we recommend trying! 👇
From savoring authentic Cuban cuisine at Margon to a mouthwatering slice at Joe’s Pizza, these 5 spots get our stamp of approval..
Oh, and we’ll cover one spot you MUST avoid at all costs. 😬
Happy travels,
Ashley & Devin from Better Together Here 🧳
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