Laissa & Jordan Ellis
Things To Do
Spice Thai
We had our first date here and clearly had an amazing time and we hope you do too!
Domino Park
We defined our relationship here. This used to be a short walk from Jordan's first NYC apartment and has a stunning view of the New York City skyline
Flushing Meadows Corona Park
This is where Jordan and Lai said goodbye before being long distance for 8 months. It's an absolute hidden gem of a park that's worth a visit !
Enoteca Maria
There are very few reasons I'd recommend anyone to go to Staten Island (no offense!) but this restaurant is some of the best Italian food in NY. On top of that they have grandmothers represented across different nationalities cook dishes from their country and they call this "Nonnas of the World." Jordan and Lai shared many special moments in this hidden gem.
Little Island
A great view of the city with lots of events happening during the summer. Tip: combine this with a full blown tour of the meatpacking district by going to the Whitney for art and the iconic Highline for an experience of walking around New York from above.
Minton's Playhouse
Enjoy dinner and jazz at the iconic Minton's in Harlem. Don't go to Harlem without stopping by the Apollo or trying a NY classic chopped cheese from a bodega.
Dekalb Market Hall
This is a Brooklyn food hall with lots of classics but also serving up some newcomers in the NYC food scene, perfect to get a little bit of everything!
High Tide
Check out this waterside bar in DUMBO for a spectacular view of the city ! Next take a short walk over to Dumbo Ferry Market to check out local vendors, take your classic Brooklyn Bridge pics, get a lobster roll at Luke's, check out Brooklyn Ice Cream factory, or head over to Time Out Market (don't forget to check out the cannoli bar there if you go).
Chinatown
New York has many Chinatowns however the main one is in Manhattan and here is list of stops to create your own food tour: Golden Diner (Asian fusion diner food), House of Joy (dim-sum), Chinatown Ice Cream Factory (unique ice-cream flavors), Hay Hay Roasted or New Kim Tuong (roast pork & roast duck), Wah Fung (classic roast duck/pork), Shu Jiao Fuzhou (peanut noodles and dumplings), Deluxe Green Bao (hot and spicy wontons), Mei Lai Wah (pork buns), Super Taste (dumplings), Spongies (sponge cake), Potluck Club (modern take on Cantonese food),
