Insider Tips On NYC Little Italy: Arthur Ave
January 2018: The First Online Beauty Magazine
This article provides a glimpse of some of the wonderful places to visit on Arthur Avenue. The author describes her first trip to the area including some of her favorite spots, such as Arthur Avenue Market, Madonia Brothers Bakery, Mike’s Deli, Dominic’s and more. She also gives great tips for people visiting the neighborhood for the first time, including the best ways to get to Arthur Avenue. Read about more great places to visit in the neighborhood.
NYC street to be renamed after heroic soldier who died in massive Bronx blaze
January 22, 2018: Historic Districts Council
In the wake of the Prospect Avenue fire that took 13 victims, more than $300,000 has been raised to aid the families affected. The money was raised in partnership with Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Catholic Charities, and the Belmont Business Improvement District. Councilman Ritchie Torres detailed plans to honor a street in the borough for the heroic Army private who died saving lives in the inferno. Emmanuel Mensah raced in and out of the burning building at least three times bringing others to safety. Mensah’s father, Kwabena Mensah, states ‘its means a lot” and “he is a hero.” Read more, NYC street to be renamed after heroic soldier who died in massive Bronx blaze.
Introducing the 2018 Six to Celebrate!
January 16, 2018: Historic Districts Council
The Historic Districts Council has selected the Belmont BID as an organization to work with for its 2018 Six to Celebrate program! Together we will work on capturing the essence of the neighborhood. We will undertake a series of oral histories with key constituents and develop an official tour of the area, as we want to ensure our rich history is not forgotten. Read more, Introducing the 2018 Six to Celebrate!.
Broadway’s A Bronx Tale to donate to help families affected by December 28th Bronx Fire
January 11, 2018: A Bronx Tale
The Belmont BID is happy to share that the producers of Broadway’s hit musical, A Bronx Tale, will make a donation of $4.00 for every ticket sold to performances from January 16 through January 21 through The Child Reach Foundation to help families affected by the fire that burned the apartment building located on Prospect Avenue on December 28th. The full press release can be read here, Broadway’s A Bronx Tale to donate to help families affected by December 28th Bronx Fire.
Eating Your Way Around The Bronx’s Little Italy
January 2, 2018: Culture With Travel
At the turn of the 20th Century, a wave of Italian immigrants began moving to what is now known as “The Little Italy of the Bronx.” The majority of businesses in the area are considered local institutions, as most have been in the same families for generations. Many of the restaurants buy from the local specialty shops which adds to the authenticity of the neighborhood. At Antonio’s Trattoria you can order Borgatti’s ravioli. Other recommendations include the red velvet cake from Artuso Pastry and the arancini from Michaelangelo’s. Read more, Eating Your Way Around The Bronx’s Little Italy.
Getaways TV Show
January, 2018: Getaways TV Show
Getaways TV show came all the way from Ireland to visit Bronx Little Italy! They learned about why our neighborhood is considered the “real” Little Italy and watched mozzarella be made at Mike’s Deli. Watch the show with the password: getaways Watch here, Getaways TV Show.