Tuesday, March 18, 2025

{Travel} Harlem Night, Dinner, Jazz Show At Harlem Flop House & Aussie Brunch

We had tickets to a jazz show in Harlem and decided to make a night of it in the city.
 Here's my 'fit' before we left for the train. I love this sweater vest from Primark but hardly ever wear it. I also had my new Cosco (Anthro dupe) pants on.
We had a complimentary night at Hilton that had to be redeemed before it expired so it was perfect timing.  We stayed at the Hilton Midtown and stopped in at the executive lounge after we checked in.
I love an exec lounge perk!
We left a little early so we could look around Harlem as this was our first time there.
We both felt like it looked like NYC in the movies.
It was beautiful.
We met up with City Girl #2 at Angel of Harlem. I chose it for it's proximity to the music venue and I loved the name.
It definitely lived up to the reviews as a party place and felt like we were walking into a club.  It was taking extra long for our table to be available so the manager gave us some mimosas.
We finally got our table and the food came out quickly. I had the pecan crusted salmon.
Some rest room art.


I'm glad we got to experience it.
It was a 5 minute walk to the venue and it was in this gorgeous, historic brownstone, The Harlem Flophouse.
I couldn't wait to get a look at the interior.  It's been restored by the owner and is a hotel and event space.
This was the cozy check-in area.
The musicians were warming up in the living room and were able to chat and mingle with the guests.  They were from a local NYC music school and from different parts of the world.
I had to use the bathroom and was able to view some of the guest rooms upstairs.
It felt like we were watching a performance in someone's living room--and we were!
I don't know much about jazz but the musicians were talented and it was interesting to hear their stories.
A lil' mirror selfie before we left.
The next morning we had brunch plans with both girls.
It was a beautiful morning in NYC and we had a nice walk to the restaurant. I love when it's quiet like that on Sunday mornings.
We had a yummy brunch at Isla & Co. but did not try the kangaroo skewers.

It was great to have a little family time before heading home!

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12 comments:

Julie's Creative Lifestyle said...

I love your outfits and I think my daughter has that same vest from Primark. The Primark stores in London and Scotland are so much nicer than the ones here. What a wonderful experience visiting Harlem and then going to the jazz show. I don't think I've been to Harlem but it sounds like a nice place to visit.

mireille said...

What a fun time! We are heading to NY this summer and will spend most of our time on Long Island but plan to spend a day in the city. The boys haven't been since they were little, and the 2 youngest never have been. Love the typical NY brownstones like in the movies!
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csuhpat1 said...

WOW, what a great and perfect night. So very cool.

Maria Rineer said...

What a great time in the city! The pictures do make Harlem look picturesque/movieesque. That venue looks amazing and how wonderful to hear world class music and get to spend time with your daughters, too. Swooning over the salmon dish- YUM!

Andrea Nine said...

Well, how much fun was that! I think that salmon looks mighty good as well!

Laura B said...

This looks like so much fun! The venue was so intimate and cozy. I bet it was fabulous to be so close to the music. I love your Primark vest!

Joanne said...

That sounds like such a fun overnight trip!

Doused in Pink | Chicago Style Blog said...

What a fun trip! The venue looks so cool! What an intimate place to see live music!

Jill - Doused in Pink

Jeanie said...

This is so fabulous! I've not been to NYC in years and seeing all your photos makes me wish I could go tomorrow. How wonderful to have family time, wonderful music in such a beautiful venue and that fantastic looking salmon! The house is beautiful -- what a great place for a concert. Loving this post and that you had such fun!

Carla from The River said...

LOVE IT ALL.. I always appreciate that you share your trips with us. And your family.
xx oo
Carla

gluten Free A_Z Blog said...

As many times as I've been to NYC and it's been a lot considering we live an hour and half away and my son lived in the city- I've never been to Harlem. Love your post and adding Harlem to my "to see" list.

Tamar SB said...

What a fun time!! Love your outfits.

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