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Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop in New York City

Pop Up Girls

Aug 10, 20233 min read

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop in New York City

New York City, the birthplace of hip-hop, is celebrating the monumental 50th anniversary of Hip Hop.

10 Businesses You Didn't Know Are AAPI-Owned in NYC

Sidney Marie

May 27, 20222 min read

10 Businesses You Didn't Know Are AAPI-Owned in NYC

How many of these AAPI-Owned businesses in NYC have you heard of? AAPI month may be coming to an end but your support for AAPI-Owned...

Pop Into Candytopia: A Review of the Reopened Experience

Sidney Marie

May 5, 20222 min read

Pop Into Candytopia: A Review of the Reopened Experience

Everything you need to know before purchasing tickets to this sweet experience in NYC.

Best Hot Pot Spots in NYC according to YOU!

Sidney Marie

Apr 13, 20221 min read

Best Hot Pot Spots in NYC according to YOU!

We asked for your favorite hot pot in NYC and the responses did not disappoint!

Best Ramen Spots in NYC according to YOU!

Sidney Marie

Apr 13, 20221 min read

Best Ramen Spots in NYC according to YOU!

On IG we asked you what are the best ramen spots in NYC and this is what you had to say...

Rise of the Claw Games: 3 Claw Game Cafes in Flushing

Sidney Marie

Apr 13, 20222 min read

Rise of the Claw Games: 3 Claw Game Cafes in Flushing

It seemed like all at once Flushing was flowing with cutely designed arcades with one focus: claw games.

Top Places to Enjoy Your Birthday in Brooklyn with the Besties

Sidney Marie

Apr 13, 20222 min read

Top Places to Enjoy Your Birthday in Brooklyn with the Besties

These three places are all tried and tested by the Pop Up Girls team and certified to be a fun time with your group of besties.

4 Under $50 Summertime Swims in the City: Private Pools in NYC

Monique Vassell

Jul 13, 20211 min read

4 Under $50 Summertime Swims in the City: Private Pools in NYC

Get your cooling-fix without breaking the bank at these private pools in NYC.

Monique Vassell

Jun 7, 20211 min read

Top 5 Insta-Worthy Spots in Long Island

These Insta-Worthy Spots in Long Island will make you feel like you're in another country!

Exploring the Enchanting Big Apple: A Guide to the Prettiest Places in Upstate NY

Monique Vassell

Jun 7, 20212 min read

Exploring the Enchanting Big Apple: A Guide to the Prettiest Places in Upstate NY

Take a day trip out of the city and to the prettiest places in Upstate NY.

Big Screen Under the City Lights: Exploring Drive-Ins & Outdoor Movies in NYC

Monique Vassell

Jun 7, 20212 min read

Big Screen Under the City Lights: Exploring Drive-Ins & Outdoor Movies in NYC

Drive-Ins and outdoor movies in NYC are making a comeback, here's where to get in on the cinematic action.

Coleen Efondo

Dec 30, 20203 min read

Holiday-Approved Desserts to Try in NYC

'Tis the season for dashingly delightful desserts. Whether you're holiday shopping or ice skating your way through the city this list...

NYC Vegan Eats For Every Stage of Dating

Monique Vassell

Dec 13, 20202 min read

NYC Vegan Eats For Every Stage of Dating

Newly dating a vegan? These are the NYC vegan eats to add to your date night.

Winter Themed Restaurants & Bars to Visit This Week

Monique Vassell

Dec 8, 20201 min read

Winter Themed Restaurants & Bars to Visit This Week

These weatherproof winter wonderlands are serving up sweet #holidayvibes that will make you want to meet someone under the mistletoe.

Where to get your Ice Princess Vibes on in NYC: Top NYC Ice Rinks

Monique Vassell

Nov 28, 20202 min read

Where to get your Ice Princess Vibes on in NYC: Top NYC Ice Rinks

Go skating on ice in NYC rinks that are really nice.

8 Restaurants treating us on Turkey Day for under $100

Monique Vassell

Nov 25, 20202 min read

8 Restaurants treating us on Turkey Day for under $100

Not willing to risk it for the buttered biscuit? Here are 6 restaurants to get your Thanksgiving dinner from.

Monique Vassell

Nov 18, 20201 min read

The Pinkest Places in NYC

Paint you feed pink with Ig-Worthy snaps at these pink NYC hot spots.

6 NY Holiday Traditions That Prove the Holidays Aren't Cancelled

Monique Vassell

Nov 17, 20203 min read

6 NY Holiday Traditions That Prove the Holidays Aren't Cancelled

The Holiday Season (Read: tree lighting, ice skating and more) is NOT cancelled! The holiday season in New York is a warm joyous...

7 New York City Experiences Perfect for Weekend Fun

Coleen Efondo

Nov 11, 20202 min read

7 New York City Experiences Perfect for Weekend Fun

Looking for a memorable day? These 7 uniquely themed venues are all fun interactive experiences you'll never forget.

Mapping a path to social wellness in America's most populous city

Monique Vassell

Sep 21, 20202 min read

Mapping a path to social wellness in America's most populous city

Cat Lantigua, a community architect has been a consistent advocate of using the internet for good. What started as a 4 person meet up in...