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Cinco De Mayo at Harlem Tavern

Looking for something to do in Harlem this Cinco De Mayo?  Check out Harlem Tavern Saturday May 5th for Cinco De Mayo Patio Fest Party!

There will be live music by The Polka Brothers from 4 til 7PM followed by DJ from 8 til 2AM.

This will also mark the official opening of the Beer Garden.  The weather forecast for Saturday looks good… sunny skies and in the 70′s.  Lift a glass in honor of your Mexican Heritage or friends from Mexico and come out and celebrate!

* Cinco De Mayo (fifth of May) a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride.

Bier International – German Beer Week April 23-30th

After speaking with Oujmane Keita, one of the owners of Bier International this past week, he informed us of this weeks upcoming “German Beer Week” Celebrating the 496th Anniversary of the “Reinheitsgebot” German Purity Law. Bier International will be celebrating German Beer Week in New York City, April 23 through the 30th.  Saturday night (April 21st) was packed this past weekend.  I’m sure the crowds will continue in celebrating the 496th Anniversary of the “Reinheitsgebot” German Purity Law this week.

We will keep you posted on what you can look forward to staring tomorrow Monday the 23rd each day of German Beer Week.  See one of our previous reviews of  Bier International.

See you there!

Bier International
2099 Frederick Douglass Blvd (W.113th St)
New York, NY 10026
(212) 280-0944

The Gateway Tower 90% Sold

With rooftop views of Manhattan like this it is easy to understand why the Gateway Tower  is 90 percent sold.  We were recently informed by a Halstead Broker that they are very pleased to announce only 10 percent of the units  remain in the Gateway complex.  Sales are doing very well in this slowly climbing economy.  I am told that affordable housing units were sold in the Gateway as well which is a good thing for the Harlem community at large.

The Gateway also includes retail spaces.  The businesses that have already opened are thriving and soon to open on the 114th Street corner (where the old Society Cafe space was) will be “Frederick Cafe Bistro” by the already very successful owners of Bier International.

Looking forward to following up on the status of Gateway after witnessing a very slow start with this development.  Nice to see things moving along positively for The Gateway Tower at a successful pace.

The 5 and Diamond Oscar Party tonight!!!

Oscar Party at the 5 and Diamond tonight!!!!
Open bar, Games, Trivia, Hors D’ouvres,….And…..
cocktail creations named after every movie nominated for BEST PICTURE:

Why watch it at home when you can enjoy it with friends and Harlem neighbors in a great place like The 5 and Diamond.  See you there!

Gateway To Harlem on NY1 – Frederick Douglass Boulevard

Bier International

Last week NY1 showed an entire segment on the renewed energy on Frederick Douglasss Boulevard between 110th and 124th streets.   Businesses and residents working together to make the strip a destination for all of the neighborhoods shopping needs.  They quote “What you’re now seeing is Frederick Douglass Boulevard is really becoming  sort of the Gateway to Harlem“.  A phrase we developed here at HarlemCondoLife “Your Gateway To Harlem” when we created our site.   They go on to mention some of the businesses on the Boulevard including Bier International, Harlem Flo, Harlem Vintage, MCMB Cleaners, The 5 and Diamond Restaurant, Nectar, Lido Restaurant and Bar all of which we have mentioned and reviewed here at HCL.  They also include short interview clips with owners Jai Jai Greenfield of Harlem Vintage, Louis Gagliano of Harlem Flo, Marcelo Orbe of MCMB Cleaners and Selene Martinez of 5 and Diamond.  Here is a link to the video clip    NY1 video clip.

This area continues to stay in the news and get more recognition.  Congratulations to the businesses mentioned in this report and to all of the businesses on FDB and the surrounding area.

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HARLEM TAVERN SUPER BOWL REDZONE PARTY

If your looking for a good spot to watch the game this Sunday check out Harlem Tavern  SuperBowl Redzone Party 2012.   Indoor and outdoor seating with DJ.  Last call for brunch is 1:30pm.  Doors will reopen for Super Bowl party at 3pm.  First come first served for seating.  Come early!  This is one of the best places to see sporting events in the area so it’s going to be packed.  See you there.

LET’S GO GIANTS!

For more information-
facebook.com/harlemtavern 

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5th on the Park Signs Most Contracts in Harlem in 2011

New York, NY – February 1, 2012 – Halstead Property Development Marketing today announced that 5thon the Park, a new, full-service residential high rise on Upper Fifth Avenue, signed a total of 41 contracts throughout 2011, the most out of any new development property in Harlem.

Halstead Property Development Marketing represented seven of the top 10 new developments with the most contracts signed in Harlem in 2011, including runner-up 88 Morningside with 38; followed by 2280 FDB with 31 and PS90 with 30. Gateway Towers, Windows on 123 and Parkside Flats made up the final three with 17, 13 and 12 signed contracts respectively.

“This data reflects the value many buyers see in 5th on the Park,” said Stephen G. Kliegerman, president of Halstead Property Development Marketing. “With the combination of a first rate sales team and thedevelopment’s intelligent design, luxurious amenities and prime location, we expect to maintain a brisk sales pace in 2012.”

Located at 1485 Fifth Avenue, 5th on the Park is a 28-story shimmering glass tower on the corner of 120th Street directly across from historic Mount Morris Park. The remaining units consist of spacious studios, one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments, many with private outdoor space, ranging in size from 568 to 2,386 square feet and in price from $395,000 to $1,725,000. Immediate occupancy is available for purchasers.

5th on the Park provides residents with the pinnacle of amenities, including a state-of-the art gym and a 55-foot indoor, heated lap pool, which have an adjacent outdoor terrace and sun deck overlooking Central Park and the Manhattan Skyline. For further relaxation and entertainment, there is an additional outdoor common terrace, entertaining areas and resident lounge with catering kitchen, as well as a children’s playroom. The development also provides a 24-hour concierge service, on-site, elevator-accessed valet parking and bicycle storage.

Homes at 5th on the Park combine striking interiors with the finest materials to provide a harmonious living space.  Each pet-friendly residence features five-inch engineered cherry wood floors; 9’ to 10’ 6’’ ceilings; floor-to-ceiling double-paned windows; a washer and dryer in each unit; custom designed closets; and central air conditioning.

Italian designer kitchens are purpose-built for everything from everyday meals to entertaining with style.The chef-inspired spaces feature:  GE Monogram and KitchenAid stainless steel appliances; absolute black granite countertops and flooring; European cherry wood cabinets with frosted glass accents; task lighting; under-counter stainless sinks; sleek Kohler fixtures; bar-style counters; and distinct dining areas. Baths are highlighted by: honed cream-colored marble floors and walls; soaking tubs; and glass-enclosed showers.

The top 10 properties with the most signed contracts in Harlem in 2011 are: 5th on the Park at 1485 Fifth Avenue with 41; 88 Morningside at 88 Morningside Avenue with 38; 2280 FDB at 2280 Frederick Douglass Boulevard with 31; PS90 at 220 West 148th Street with 30; Apex at 2300 Frederick Douglass Boulevard with 23; Pascal at 333 East 109th Street with 22; Embelesar 118 at 152 East 118th Street with 19; Gateway Towers at 2098 Frederick Douglass Boulevard with 17; Windows on 123 at 117 West 123rdStreet with 13; and Parkside Flats at 362 St. Nicholas Avenue with 12 signed contracts.

For floor plans or information regarding listings, please visit: http://www.halsteadpdm.com or http://www.5thonthepark.com/.  To make an appointment, please call: (212) 348-5353

Harlem Savour Of Seafood – Update

We have some updates  about the newest addition in Harlem on Frederick Douglass Boulevard Harlem Savour Of Seafood, Inc.

After speaking with the owner Angela, she informed us that Harlem Savour’s Facebook page, Website, Twitter and ability to text in your order will be up and running shortly.  Their Facebook Page is expected to be up by tomorrow and text-to-order by Friday.

She also informed us that they will have outdoor tables this summer which will be a nice addition for extra seating.  There will be a bar as well and they are in the process of getting their liquor license.

I already like how tech savvy this place is and that you will be able to call or text in your order.

To read our previous review Harlem Savour Of Seafood, Inc.

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Harlem Savour Of Seafood, Inc.
2190 Frederick Douglass Boulevard
New York, NY 10026
(212) 472-8687

NEW RESTAURANT “H” Harlem Savour Of Seafood

For all of you seafood lovers a new addition to Frederick Douglass Boulevard just opened called  Harlem Savour Of Seafood, Inc.  Very reasonably priced with a simple but tasteful selection.

All the dishes are named after the famous Streets of Harlem.  Great idea!  You can order a three Piece Catfish & Grits plate called  ”The Frederick” for $6.50.  They also have two Lobster Tails with your choice of two sides called “116th Street” for $20.00.  That is the most expensive thing on the menu.  I ordered “The St. Nick” which is one chicken breast and grits on the Harlem’s Breakfast section of the menu.  Tasted very good.  There are several tables for eating your lunch/dinner there in the restaurant.  I have a feeling this place will do very well with the take-out and delivery crowd as well.  I’m looking forward to ordering takeout from them again this week.

It is great to have a new Seafood Restaurant here in Harlem on Frederick Douglass Boulevard.  Welcome to the neighborhood.
Stop in and check it out.

(The very nice owner Angela, informed me that she will have a facebook site posted hopefully later tonight or within a couple days.)

MENU – Page 2

Harlem Savour Of Seafood, Inc.

2190 Frederick Douglass Blvd @ 117th St.

(212) 472-8687

UPDATE – Click here Harlem Savour.

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Reminder: Support And Go See Red Tails

Hey Harlemites!

Don’t forget to spread the word and tell your friends to check out Red Tails in theatres this weekend.  The film did great last weekend but this weekend is important too.  Let’s show our support.

For those who don’t yet know, the film is an account of the Tuskegee Airmen, an all-black World War II fighter pilot squad. The squadron, which was sent to North Africa and Italy to escort white bomber pilots, consisted of some of the best fighter pilots in the Air Corps.

Selling Harlem On HGTV’s Hit Show “Selling New York”

How hot is Harlem?

One indication is the number of times it has been featured on Selling New York, one of the best shows on real estate, in our opinion.

Harlem has been featured on three episodes recently:  west, central and east.  The neighborhood looks great, and the units are spectacular.  Two weeks ago they featured the Apex Condominiums which are located above the Aloft Hotel on West 124th Street and Frederick Douglass Boulevard.  The client was so impressed with the neighborhood and the condo that he ended up purchasing an additional unit in the same building.  Last weeks episode included an old church that had been beautifully renovated into a living loft on East 112th Street and 2nd Avenue.  The broker stated that East Harlem is an up and coming neighborhood attracting a lot of Downtowners.  For the Grand Opening and viewing of this property they hired a DJ and The Harlem Gospel Choir performed.

Check it out for yourself, on HGTV.  You can find “Selling New York” on Thursdays at 9:30PM on HGTV channel 64.

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Melba On The Food Network’s Premiere Of “Fat Chef” And Also Appearing On “The View”

Good friend to HarlemCondoLife Melba of Melba’s Restaurant on Frederick Douglass Blvd., will be appearing on Food Network’s premiere episode of “Fat Chef” on Thursday, January 26 at 10pm.  She will also be a guest on The View Thursday, January 26 at 11am.

Congratulations to Melba on all her new recent success.  It could not have happened to a nicer person.

Don’t forget to check out Melba’s Restaurant located at the corner of 114 st. on Frederick Douglass Blvd.  We just had dinner there last week and are in the process of writing a new review for 2012 of Melba’s.

Stay tuned…

New Wine Bar coming soon on Frederick Douglass Blvd.

Looks like a new Wine Bar will be coming to Harlem on Frederick Douglass Boulevard.  Through the grapevine we have been told that the empty retail space between 113th and 114th in the Gateway Towers will soon be home to another Wine Bar.

More news on this as it develops.

And don’t forget two of our other great existing spots on FDB for good wine.. Nectar Wine Bar and 67 Orange.

Big price cuts lead to big sales in Harlem – Especially on “Condo Row”

The Real Deal reports increased activity Harlem at building including The Douglass, Windows on 123, the Livmor and Parc StandardLast.

Price cuts on the units in those buildings have resulted in some units selling for less than $500 per square foot.

Consequently, the 72-unit Livmor, the 28-unit Parc Standard and the 38-unit Douglass, all on Frederick Douglass Boulevard, are sold out.   The 73-unit co-op 88 Morningside is 71 percent sold.  The 86-unit Gateway is 90 percent sold. Windows on 123 is on its second phase of sales.

A few years ago, we coined Frederick Douglass Boulevard from 110 to 125th “Restaurant Row”.  Now we’d like to add “Condo Row”.

via Big price cuts lead to big sales in Harlem | The Real Deal | New York Real Estate News.

NECTAR “An Evening of Exquisite Food & Wine”


By HarlemHouse

You do not want to miss this special event at Nectar Wine Bar Saturday October 22nd.  Join the Nectar team as they turn over the kitchen to Chef Joseph “JJ” Johnson.  Experience why he won Rocco’s Dinner Party with his flair at turning the ordinary into extraordinary.  Guests will be delighted with four pairs of food & wine from Napa’s handcrafted Joseph Carr Winery.  Chef Joseph “JJ” Johnson & Joseph Carr will engage guests with their insights on this autumnal menu of culinary delights.

We are long time fans of both Nectar and Harlem Vintage (see our original review NECTAR) and look forward to enjoying another one of their wine dinners.  The last event I attended was several years ago at Amy Ruth’s Restaurant (upstairs) that HarlemVintage collaborated with Amy Ruth’s and it was delicious!

Nectar Pairing Event – at Nectar Wine Bar 2235 frederick Douglass Blvd #212-961-9622.
Date – Saturday, October 22, 2011
At 6PM there will be a Champagne Reception.  The Pairing Presentation will be at 7PM – 9PM.
Tickets are $50 per person (order online at nectarpairingevent.eventbrite.com)

See you there!
HH

* Deejay Amanda Diva will be spinning at Saturday Spin After Party.

Limited number of seats available  - Get yours today!
For tickets visit eventbrite.com link above.
 
Saturday Spin After Party with 
TV Personality/ Artist / Deejay Amanda Diva 
Open to Public  - free admission
 
For more information contact:
events@nectarwinenyc.com or call 212.866.wine