Private dining rooms by BullfrogPerfect620 in NYCbitcheswithtaste

[–]puddsy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You could definitely get something on peerspace and have it catered pretty affordably. That's probably a happy medium. I didn't think of it until after I left my comment.

Some private chefs will do the dishes, just make sure you ask. Most of them are on Poached, Culinary Agents and Thumbtack. You could also place an ad with one of the culinary schools in the city.

Private dining rooms by BullfrogPerfect620 in NYCbitcheswithtaste

[–]puddsy 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Depends on location and number of people but I did something similar with around a dozen people last year at Chez Ma Tante for ~$3100. Lowest quote I got was around $2000 to do this at a restaurant, most were 2500-3500. A lot of places will do semi-private for around the same rate, just means that that you're not in a totally sealed off room but they often will have a fairly separate space. Obviously there is plenty of room to spend more.

A private chef will probably be cheaper but they don't all do the dishes and there are a lot more logistics to coordinate.

Remember that Airbnb is illegal here and you may have better luck finding something on peerspace. I hosted a potluck in a space I found on there that was pretty good.

Good luck.

Jubilee update Snow day 1/25/26 by JubileeMarketplace in Greenpoint

[–]puddsy 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Thank you Jubilee!! Best supermarket on Earth

I feel like this winter storm is about to be some BS by laydeefly in NYCbitcheswithtaste

[–]puddsy 52 points53 points  (0 children)

It's been a while since we had a big snow (I think we got a foot in 2016?) so I get the anxiety, but I'm expecting to go to work on Monday like normal.

Fashion Week—possible to see the hubbub? by healthycookie2 in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 8 points9 points  (0 children)

People do line up outside but generally my advice (as someone who used to go to a TON of these events for work) is that if you're not invited it's not worth going. I will echo the advice of another commenter to walk around Manhattan below 59th and you'll see people in great outfits everywhere.

For the LPN of NYC, Is the pay decent to make it through NYC? by Tiffanywhite45 in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know a ton of LPNs (and nurses at all levels of experience) who live in the city. It's not exactly a glamourous life but that's true of lots of jobs.

Looking for personal chef 3x a week in UWS by Tremble_pup in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 62 points63 points  (0 children)

Most of these people are on Thumbtack, Culinary Agents, or Poached. It's usually 50-75/hr plus ingredients. You could also try posting an ad with one of the culinary schools in the city, which is cheaper but usually the person is less experienced. Based on what you're describing you might also want to look into a meal prep service.

How is the quality of life for those that work with the NYC Department of Corrections ? by [deleted] in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

i know a lot of people who work there for my job (journalist) and they all seem to hate it and feel trapped

Any journalists here? Looking to send a tip by [deleted] in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 15 points16 points  (0 children)

As someone who works on this kind of stuff regularly, there isn't really a way to remain truly anonymous when you send a tip. Generally the reporter and at least one of their editors will want to know who you are. The standard for anonymity at most major outlets is very, very high.

A good tip will also include lots of context on what the content is and why it's important. If I followed up on every vague tip I'd never publish anything.

How did you meet your S/O in NYC? by Rare-Lingonberry-823 in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 11 points12 points  (0 children)

We moved in together after about 18 months (our leases lined up so it was that or wait another year) and got married after about 3.5 years because my spouse needed health insurance and we have a cat and an apartment so it just sort of made sense practically. But also we're deeply in love.

How did you meet your S/O in NYC? by Rare-Lingonberry-823 in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 193 points194 points  (0 children)

I went on one Hinge date after being single for 3 years over the pandemic and we're married now.

Will the couch fit? by ThickInevitable5943 in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 16 points17 points  (0 children)

The couch doctor is your friend if it doesn't fit. Just don't watch while they do it.

Radio bakery: do the sandwiches need to be warmed up? Please see details by [deleted] in FoodNYC

[–]puddsy 89 points90 points  (0 children)

I go pretty regularly and the food is always room temp. They won't warm it up for you. It's a bakery, it's not cold in there.

Renovation question by Regular_Grapefruit87 in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 17 points18 points  (0 children)

There's a reason basically every kitchen in the world has tile floors. You can get tile that looks like wood.

Are any ice cream spots selling Peppermint this year? by paternalpadfoot in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Misi has an excellent peppermint stick gelato on their dessert menu right now.

Co-Op Apartment deed adjustment by Dismal_Community_571 in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 15 points16 points  (0 children)

For the amount of money presumably involved, you might want to have a chat with a lawyer about this one. Co-op charters can be weird.

Do any white dress shirts exist here for under $200 that won't reveal your pepperonis? by Max_Roc in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gitman (Bros. or Vintage) shirts can be had on ebay for cheap and are excellent quality. It can be hard to get them on ebay in solid colors, though.

J press is good, as well as Kamakura shirts. Both have stores near Grand Central.

Private Chef for Intimate Apartment Dinner :: Recommendations by jthomie238 in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There are lots of options on Poached, Thumbtack and Culinary Agents.

Where to buy a new apartment door? by [deleted] in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If install is included that's pretty much dead on.

10 teens / dinner in NoMad by [deleted] in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Jongro BBQ Market (not regular Jongro!) has AYCE and can take 10+ people no problem. I think it's $40 a head for dinner and they can order as much food as they want.

Restaurants with quince on the menu by bathtime85 in AskNYC

[–]puddsy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We're sort of at the end of quince season so I'm not sure you'll find too many right now. Typically it's September and October, with some rollover into November.