Experience New York City the local way with this insiders guide Home to soaring skyscrapers, world-renowned parks and a foodie scene like no other, this rapturous city is a cultural colossus. But its not all about the Empire State Building and the Met Museum. Beyond the well-trodden sights theres a secret side of the city - and who better to guide you to it than the locals? This insiders guide is packed with recommendations from New Yorkers in the know, helping you to discover all their favourite hangout spots and hidden haunts. Canoe along Brooklyns Gowanus Canal, browse long-standing record stores in the East Village and while away an evening at an Upper East Side wine bar. Whether youre a New Yorker looking to uncover your citys secrets or a traveller seeking an authentic experience beyond the tourist track, this stylish guide makes sure you experience the real side of New York City.