By Contributing Writer
The hustle and bustle of the holidays are long over, and the warm weather of spring is still at a distance. Yet, February can still be an exciting time to visit the Big Apple. Take your loved one on a
romantic Valentine's Day dinner. Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year in style in Chinatown. Watch purebred dogs compete at the Westminster Kennel Club and Dog Show. Celebrate Groundhog Day with Staten Island Chuck. So, pack some warm clothes, put fresh batteries in your camera and see what
New York has to offer during the month of February.
Valentine's Day Dinner
Valentine, photo by Billy Alexander
New York City, with the sparking lights of Broadway, the horse-drawn carriages and romantic restaurants is a perfect place to take your loved one for a Valentine's Day meal. For a romantic dinner at an affordable price, eat at The Place. This restaurant offers both American and pan-European food. The Blue Hill restaurant serves a "hands free" meal every Valentine's Day. This low-profile, off-beat restaurant uses fresh foods in season in its menu. If you'd like to dine with your loved one in a restaurant that was once a carriage house, eat at One if By Land, Two if By Sea. With cozy fireplaces, live music and dim lighting, it's no wonder that this restaurant is considered one of the most romantic restaurants in New York City.
The Place
310 W. 4th St.
New York, NY 10014
(212) 924-2711
The Blue Hill
75 Washington Pl.
New York, NY 10011
(212) 539-1776
One If By Land, Two If By Sea
17 Barrow St.
New York, NY 10014
(212) 228-0822
Chinese Lunar New Year
The Chinese Lunar New Year can fall anywhere between late January and the middle of February--so check to see if this holiday will coincide with your visit. If so, head to Chinatown to enjoy the festivities. Watch colorful dragons and lions dance down the street in the Dragon Parade. For a real "bang" go to the Firecracker Ceremony. And, of course, don't forget to enjoy some good Chinese food.
Westminster Kennel Club and Annual Dog Show
Head to Madison Square Garden for the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Every February people bring their pooches to this annual show. During the two-day event, 170 breeds and varieties of dogs are judged. The Westminster Club Dog Show was established in 1877 and is dedicated to the sport of purebred dogs. This is a ticketed event.
Madison Square Garden
New York, New York
WestminsterKennelClub.org
Groundhog Day at Staten Island Zoo
Will the groundhog see his shadow? Find out at the Staten Island Zoo. On February 2 at 7:30 a.m. Staten Island Chuck will decide if there will be another six weeks of winter. After the ceremonies, take the kids to eat breakfast with Staten Island Chuck as the guest of honor. There is a fee for the breakfast, but the ceremony is free.
The Staten Island Zoo
614 Broadway
Staten Island, NY 10310
(718) 442 - 3100
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