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Zoe Ruffner's NYC

Go And See

01 November 2022

Left Bank

Left Bank is a little shop in the Village with an amazing collection of rare books. I always go home with something new.

41 Perry St, New York, NY 10014, United States

leftbankbooksny.com

Mercer Street Books

Far less curated (and less expensive), Mercer Street Books is all about the hunt. It's open until 8 pm, so you can stop by on your way to see a film at the Angelika.

206 Mercer St, New York, NY 10012, United States

mercerstreetbooks.com

Odeon

Long live Old New York. Nothing beats their martinis and French fries. Plus, their hostess, Roya, always wears the most incredible vintage outfits.

145 W Broadway, New York, NY 10013, United States

theodeonrestaurant.com

Ted Muehling

Ted Muehling's Tribeca store is like a cabinet of the most beautifully designed curiosities. I wear his earrings every single day (they also make the best present for a very deserving friend) and dream about his famous candlesticks and porcelain creations.

104 Franklin St, New York, NY 10013, USA

tedmuehling.com

John Derian

A shop where you can truly find something for every single person on your list. I've gifted their caviar spoons, hand-blown glass vases, and Astier de Villatte ceramics countless times.

6 E 2nd St, New York, NY 10003, United States

johnderian.com

Sara

Sara has been open on the Upper East Side since 1989. I love their collection of Japanese vases and trays.

950 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10021, United States

saranyc.com

Jin Soon

The best place to get a mani pedi. I always bring my own Chanel polish.

37 Walker Street New York, NY 10013

jinsoon.com

I Sodi

A very special restaurant for perfect pasta plates.

105 Christopher St, New York, NY 10014, United States

isodinyc.com

Zitomer

The holy grail for barrettes, headbands, velvet scrunchies, and all of your other beauty needs.

969 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10021, United States

zitomer.com

King

King is one of my favorite restaurants and where I've chosen to celebrate many birthdays. Don't sleep on their chocolate cake!

18 King St, New York, NY 10014, United States

kingrestaurant.nyc

Shibui Spa

Shibui Spa is the ultimate treat. Arrive well before your appointment to take advantage of their Japanese-inspired pool, one of the most serene settings in all of Manhattan.

377 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10013, United States

thegreenwichhotel.com

Omen

A Soho institution. Nothing beats their udon noodles, sashimi plates, polka dot napkins, and Patti Smith sightings.

113 Thompson St, New York, NY 10012, United States

omen-azen.com