THE POWELLTON, 229 West 97th Street, 3JK - Upper West Side, New YorkSpace. Light. Value. Have it all at the Powellton! This spacious 2-bedroom 2-bathroom apartment with bonus office/flex room is the best value on the Upper West Side. There is no need to compromise on your wish list with this special home. This well-proportioned apartment features an eat-in-kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops and a pass-through to the living room. The cheerful, south-facing living room gets excellent light and looks out across 97th Street. Both bedrooms are generous in size and are located at the other end of the apartment, making them quiet and private. There are 2 full bathrooms, both with windows as well as a bonus room that makes an ideal office. You even have your own washer and dryer.

The Powellton is a pre-war co-op built in 1899 and has restored and renovated its hallways and striking lobby back to their Turn-of-the-Century Grandeur. A Full time doorman, bike room, central laundry room, private storage, live in Super and very low maintenance makes this the best deal on the Upper West side. Pets are welcome!

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194 Riverside Drive, 6A - Upper West Side, New YorkDESIGNER 3-BEDROOM ON RIVERSIDE DRIVE!
Don't miss out on this special 3-bedroom (convertible 4-bedroom) 2-bathroom apartment in mint condition with bright, tree-top views onto West 92nd Street. Every detail of this stylish, yet practical home has been carefully considered by renowned designers, Julie Schaffer of Salles Schaffer Architecture and Elizabeth Conn of Elizabeth Conn Design. Contemporary lighting and a playful use of color complement the prewar details that have been carefully preserved throughout. Hardwood floors with inlaid wood ribbon borders, a lovely original fireplace mantel with glazed terra-cotta tiles and the gentle curve of the exterior wall give the living room an old world elegance while custom built-ins add practical storage and a contemporary flair.

As featured in Elle Decor magazine, the windowed chef's kitchen features beautiful walnut cabinetry, Corian countertops, and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances including a Wolf 6-burner range, Miele dishwasher, SubZero refrigerator and Meile washer/dryer. A cheerful banquette seating area is the perfect spot for casual dining. There are two fully renovated, windowed bathrooms. One bathroom features gorgeous marble floor and wall tiles, a beautifully crafted custom vanity in walnut and marble and a standing shower. The other full bathroom is appointed with a bathtub with rain shower showerhead, subway tiles and Toto toilet. The spacious and serene master bedroom offers a view of the river looking northwest, excellent light and plentiful storage. There are two other bedrooms both designed to maximize storage and a multi-purpose room currently outfitted with a murphy bed that could also be used as a formal dining room, den or a fourth bedroom.

Built at the turn-of-the-century by renowned architect and longtime Upper West Side resident, Ralph Townsend, 194 Riverside Drive is a stunning apartment building designed in the Neo-Renaissance style, setting itself apart from the neighboring buildings with its curvaceous façade of bay windows, classically inspired entrance with polished granite columns and charming lion head relief sculptures on either side of the main entrance. The beautiful lobby features an elegant barrel vault with decorative coffered ceilings as well as original stained glass. The building boasts a 24-hour doorman, landscaped roof deck, playroom, private storage, bike room, and excellent live-in Super. According to local legend, architect Ralph Townsend lived on a boat offshore in the Hudson Rivers while constructing the building. Today, the location on Riverside Drive just across from Riverside Park is one of the biggest draws to residents. Pets are welcome!

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239 Central Park West, 3E - Upper West Side, New YorkMake this grand Classic Six on Central Park West your new home! Enjoy gracious living in this lovely apartment in excellent condition with bright treetop views onto quiet West 84th Street. A formal entry gallery with beautiful herringbone floors ushers you toward the elegant formal dining room with chair rail and picture moldings, herringbone floors and high beamed ceilings. This spacious room could be repurposed as a third bedroom or is large enough for use as both a dining and a sitting area. The windowed, eat-in kitchen was created by combining the original kitchen and maid's room, making a spacious, modern kitchen with recessed lighting, excellent storage, beautiful Carrera marble countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Just off the kitchen, the original butler's pantry has been converted into an office and casual sitting area. There is also a powder room with a Bosch washer and dryer.

The sophisticated, over-sized living room features a wood-burning fireplace with original carved mantel, one of the lovely period details you'll find throughout the home. Built-in bookcases flank the fireplace and serene tree top views make the room cozy and inviting. Both bedrooms are generous in size and the master bedroom is a corner room with dual exposures, and features a walk-in closet and updated en-suite bathroom. The second full bathroom is also renovated with a standing shower.

239 Central Park West is a pristine, white glove cooperative built in 1925 in the Neo-Renaissance style. It showcases a beautiful façade and lobby and features a 24-hour doorman, elevator operator, gym, and privately owned storage units. Pet friendly.

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Chicken dinner and apartment #6A at 194 Riverside drive~

194 Riverside Drive, 6A - Upper West Side, New York

DESIGNER 3-BEDROOM ON RIVERSIDE DRIVE!
Don't miss out on this special 3-bedroom (convertible 4-bedroom) 2-bathroom apartment in mint condition with bright, tree-top views onto West 92nd Street. Every detail of this stylish, yet practical home has been carefully considered by renowned designers, Julie Schaffer of Salles Schaffer Architecture and Elizabeth Conn of Elizabeth Conn Design. Contemporary lighting and a playful use of color complement the prewar details that have been carefully preserved throughout. Hardwood floors with inlaid wood ribbon borders, a lovely original fireplace mantel with glazed terra-cotta tiles and the gentle curve of the exterior wall give the living room an old world elegance while custom built-ins add practical storage and a contemporary flair.

As featured in Elle Decor magazine, the windowed chef's kitchen features beautiful walnut cabinetry, Corian countertops, and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances including a Wolf 6-burner range, Miele dishwasher, SubZero refrigerator and Meile washer/dryer. A cheerful banquette seating area is the perfect spot for casual dining. There are two fully renovated, windowed bathrooms. One bathroom features gorgeous marble floor and wall tiles, a beautifully crafted custom vanity in walnut and marble and a standing shower. The other full bathroom is appointed with a bathtub with rain shower showerhead, subway tiles and Toto toilet. The spacious and serene master bedroom offers a view of the river looking northwest, excellent light and plentiful storage. There are two other bedrooms both designed to maximize storage and a multi-purpose room currently outfitted with a murphy bed that could also be used as a formal dining room, den or a fourth bedroom.

Built at the turn-of-the-century by renowned architect and longtime Upper West Side resident, Ralph Townsend, 194 Riverside Drive is a stunning apartment building designed in the Neo-Renaissance style, setting itself apart from the neighboring buildings with its curvaceous façade of bay windows, classically inspired entrance with polished granite columns and charming lion head relief sculptures on either side of the main entrance. The beautiful lobby features an elegant barrel vault with decorative coffered ceilings as well as original stained glass. The building boasts a 24-hour doorman, landscaped roof deck, playroom, private storage, bike room, and excellent live-in Super. According to local legend, architect Ralph Townsend lived on a boat offshore in the Hudson Rivers while constructing the building. Today, the location on Riverside Drive just across from Riverside Park is one of the biggest draws to residents. Pets are welcome!

This listing courtesy of Douglas Elliman

In this case, Mark Bittman's Bouillabaisse from The New York Times fits the bill. It's delicious and I highly recommend this dish for the ones you love this Valentine's Day.

Ingredients

• Good olive oil, as needed
• 4 to 8 thick slices good bread
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, trimmed and chopped
• 1 carrot, trimmed and chopped
• 1 medium new potato, peeled and chopped
• 1 small bulb fennel, trimmed and chopped
• ¼ teaspoon saffron, optional
• 3 cups lobster or fish stock
• 2 cups chopped tomatoes, with their juice (canned are O.K.) 
• Salt and pepper
• 1 to 1 ½ pounds chopped boneless fish and shellfish, preferably a variety
• 8 littleneck clams
• 8 mussels
• 2 sea scallops
• 2 tablespoons Pernod or other pastis, optional 
• Chopped fennel fronds, for garnish 
• Chopped basil or parsley, for garnish 
• Rouille, optional

Method

• Heat oven to 400 degrees; brush bread liberally with olive oil, and bake on a sheet, turning once, until golden and crisp, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
• Add enough olive oil to a Dutch oven, deep skillet or shallow pot to make a thick layer (don't skimp) on the bottom. In it, cook onion, garlic, celery, carrot, potato, fennel and saffron until glossy. Add stock and tomato and bring to a moderate boil; cook until thick and stewy rather than soupy. Season to taste; it should be so delicious that you don’t even care whether you add fish.
• Lower heat to a simmer, and, as you add fish, adjust heat so that the liquid continues to bubble gently. Add fish in order of how long they will take to cook. Monkfish, striped bass and squid are fish that might require more than a few minutes, so add them first. About five minutes later add clams and mussels, holding back any fish that has been cooked or will cook in a flash. When mollusks open, add remaining fish. Cut scallops into quarters and place in the bottom of 4 bowls.
• Add pastis if you're using it; taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle hot soup and fish over the scallops, distributing clams and mussels evenly. Garnish and serve with croutons and rouille, if you're using.

Tip: To make rouille, add 1/2 cup finely minced roasted, peeled and seeded red bell pepper, 2 cloves finely minced garlic and cayenne to taste to either homemade or store-bought mayonnaise.

We asked our beer expert and proprietor of St. Gambrinus Beer Shoppe in Brooklyn, Heather Burns, what we should pair with our bouillabaisse. Heather explained that the perfect pairing for such a naturally flavorful seafood stew should complement and not overpower or compete with the flavors. A light, crisp pilsner would be a perfect, refreshing beer to enjoy.  She recommends the Von Trapp Bohemian Pils, a Czech-style Pilsner made in Stowe, VT and named after the Von Trapp family chronicled in one of her favorite childhood films, The Sound of Music. It’s everything you want in a pilsner: light-bodied, perfect for everyday drinking with the traditional German hops and comforting “biscuity” malts- a real crowd pleaser! 

If you find yourself in Brooklyn, stop in and say hello to Heather at St. Gambrinus Beer Shoppe!

Move right into this truly lovely apartment that has been painstakingly renovated, creating a gorgeous, spacious and welcoming space you will love coming home to. Apartment 6BC is the seamless combination of two units, creating an expansive home currently configured with 2 spacious bedrooms and a sweet nursery. There is also sufficient space to accommodate 3 full bedrooms if desired (see additional floorplan as example). The beautifully designed custom, windowed kitchen features a SubZero refrigerator and wine cooler, Wolf range and microwave and Miele dishwasher. Quartz counters, plentiful white cabinetry and a deep farmhouse sink make the kitchen as gorgeous as it is practical.

The elegant, flowing layout features a full-sized formal dining room off of the kitchen and continues seamless into the sunny, south-facing living room. The serene, king-sized master bedroom features double exposures, a walk-in closet and stunning ensuite bathroom with brass Kohler fixtures. The second bedroom with double closets is nearly as large as the master and also features a renovated ensuite bathroom with cast iron tub, pale blue subway tiles and all new polished nickel Kohler fixtures. A charming, windowed bonus room is currently used as a nursery but could make an equally perfect office or other flexible room. Prewar details abound with high beamed ceilings, gorgeous hardwood floors with inlaid wood borders, original moldings and gracious proportions.

123 West 93rd Street is a well-maintained, boutique cooperative with part-time doorman from 7am-1am, live-in Super, and gym, play room, central laundry, storage and bike room. Residents love living moments from Central Park, neighborhood restaurants and amenities including Trader Joe's as well as easy access to public transportation. Pets are welcome!

Ingredients:

• ¼ c. flour
• ¼ tsp. freshly ground pepper
• 1 lb. beef stewing meat, trimmed and cut into inch cubes
• 2 T. vegetable oil
• 1 c. red wine
• 3 ½ c. beef broth (homemade if you've got it!)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp. herbs de Provence
• 1 medium onion, peeled and diced
• 5 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch rounds
• 2 large baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
• 2 tsp. salt

Method:

1. Combine the flour and pepper in a bowl, add the beef and toss to coat well. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large pot. Add the beef a few pieces at a time; do not overcrowd. Cook, turning the pieces until beef is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch; add more oil as needed between batches.
2. Remove the beef from the pot and add the red wine. Cook over medium-high heat, scraping the pan with a wooden spoon to loosen any browned bits. Add the beef, beef broth, bay leaves, and herbs de Provence. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a slow simmer.
3. Cover and cook, skimming broth from time to time, if needed, until the beef is tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Add the onions and carrots and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Add the potatoes and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes more.
4. Salt and pepper to taste.

I recommend serving this with a crusty loaf of bread and red wine.

Enjoy!