Lifestyle & Culture

Happy Diwali, Brooklyn! Here's How to Celebrate

The holiday, which celebrates the Hindu New Year and the triumph of good over evil, falls on Nov. 12, 2023.

Nov 12, 2023 10:47 AM Read more >

Brooklyn is Getting a New Professional Soccer Team — Here's What You Need to Know

Brooklyn Football Club will make its USL League-One debut in 2025.

Nov 12, 2023 8:07 AM Read more >

Greenpoint's Restaurant Yuu Receives the Borough’s Only New Michelin Star

Cafe Mars in Carroll Gardens received Michelin's special 2023 Service Award.

Nov 11, 2023 10:29 AM Read more >

Flatbush and Ditmas Park Will Soon Have Citi Bikes

Lyft will more than double the number of e-bikes and create a pathway to electrify stations.

Nov 11, 2023 9:42 AM Read more >

At Park Slope's Lore, Find Inviting Food With a Global Influence And an 'Indian Tweak'

Chef-owner Jay Kumar ran a successful restaurant in Basel, Switzerland before coming to Brooklyn for love

Nov 10, 2023 12:25 PM Read more >

Brook-Lens: Photos of The NYC Marathon Through BK

The New York City Marathon is a remarkable event that inspires us to believe in our potential, celebrate our diversity, and unite in the pursuit of greatness.

Nov 6, 2023 1:13 PM Read more >

NYC Marathon To Offer More Technological Experience This Year

This year's race will feature NYC Marathon app enhancements, earpiece radios, live mobile feeds and more.

Oct 29, 2023 6:46 AM Read more >

Photos: Life in Sunset Park

A slice of life from one of Brooklyn’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Oct 25, 2023 2:15 PM Read more >

Dromedary Doughnuts in Bushwick Now Doubles as a Smokey Speak-Easy

At this new speak-easy in Bushwick, get a doughnut and a cocktail next to a smoke-blowing purple rhinoceros.

Oct 19, 2023 12:00 PM Read more >

New Eccentric Thai Restaurant UnTable Tests Spice Tolerance in Carroll Gardens

Carroll Gardens’ spiciest new restaurant is going into its second month strong and just added signature cocktails.

Oct 18, 2023 2:20 PM Read more >