Once upon a time, Brooklyn provided a large share of the nation's beer thanks to a cadre of breweries launched by German immigrants. After Prohibition and waves of intense competition, the brewing culture declined, and by 1976, all of the borough's 45 breweries had decamped.
With a reputation as one of the best foodie neighborhoods in the city, not to mention a rich cultural heritage and lengthy roster of nightlife destinations, Harlem is the ideal neighborhood for playing tourist in your own city. That is, if you're not already one of the 120,000 or so lucky residents ....
Long admired for its hyper-convenient proximity to Manhattan, Jersey City has rightly earned accolades for its own attractions as well. Residents love the city's historic and artsy vibe, but "The Sixth Borough" has an interesting shopping scene as well. Stores here offer a welcome relief from New Yo....