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Located in New York City’s founding neighborhood, Pier 17 is drenched in history. A stone’s throw from the Financial District and The World Trade Center, the area has more recently been synonymous with Wall Street workers and tourists visiting the 9/11 Memorial. But this summer changes all that with the re-launch of Pier 17 at the Seaport District NYC. Home to the Seaport Museum and the city’s largest concentration of restored maritime buildings, Pier 17 is being reclaimed for New Yorkers via dynamic food, drink, art, architecture, retail, and entertainment concepts that foster community and engage the city’s denizens, year-round. Pier 17 and the surrounding Seaport District comes out of its tourist trap shadows as its new tenants incorporate the neighborhood’s rich past, while embracing its future as a port of discovery. For history buffs, Pier 17 is one of the most interesting places in NYC. The economic growth of New York in the first half of the 19th century was driven by the Port of New York’s position as an import–export exchange and cargo center for emerging American and global markets. The Seaport and Pier 17 became a gateway for international shipping, maritime activities and the wholesale fish trade. South Street was known as the “Street of Ships” and the Wavertree, which is docked alongside Pier 17 to this day, arrived in New York City in 1895 en route to Calcutta with jute cargo aboard. The ship was acquired by the South Street Seaport Museum in 1968 and went through a 16-month, $13 million restoration. “These are the kinds of ships that built New York,” says Jonathan Boulware, executive director of the South Street Seaport Museum. A hub of commercial virtue (the finance, sea trade and printing press businesses were all located in this dense port) and accompanying vice (the area is home to some of the city’s oldest drinking dens, which played host to all manner of illicit activities back in the day), the Seaport was the first 24-hour district in New York, hence the phrase “the city that never sleeps”.

In 1992, New York Offstage began, when founder, Bev Sambrotto, left her role as Assistant Director of Visitor Services at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Her tenure at Lincoln Center gave her invaluable experience as a producer of refined cultural events. This experience included talent recruitment and coordination with world-class talent from Lincoln Center’s companies, cutting edge event planning and production for Fortune 500 corporations, and creative, interactive program content for patrons, and international travel and luxury group clients. New York Offstage flourished as the industry leader in these immersive, behind-the-scenes experiences showcasing New York’s cultural world. As the company grew it was evident that its services and business model could be copied in other leading cultural destinations and in 2007 the brand was renamed The Offstage Group. Until 2012 The Offstage Group served groups of all sizes. The company had weathered several economic downturns and as a safeguard changed its business model to include memorable experiences for individual travelers. Your VIP Pass was born!

A Premier USA DMC Partner At Insider Experience, we create seamless, unforgettable events with exclusive access to premium venues, world-class entertainment, and VIP sporting experiences. With over 20 years of expertise, we handle every detail behind the scenes, ensuring a flawless, five-star experience. Planners value our quick response times, all-inclusive budget turnarounds, strong industry relationships, and operational precision. We operate across the U.S. in key destinations such as Hawaii, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Orange County, Las Vegas, New York, Chicago and Miami. Our global offices enable us to efficiently serve both U.S. and international clients across multiple time zones. Let’s craft something extraordinary together—contact us today!

I'm a NYC-based magician and mentalist specializing in corporate events, conferences, galas, holiday parties, and product launches. I do close-up magic, stage shows, or both, depending on what your event calls for. What planners tell me they notice most: I fit. I mingle with guests the way a good colleague would, pull them into the experience, and leave the room buzzing. No awkward "gather around" moments. No one sitting on the sidelines on their phones. Past clients include Snapchat, Spotify, Newsweek, Infosys, Credit Industriel et Commercial, Meta, Warner Bros. Discovery, Asana, plus others you're definitely familiar with. "You mingle with the staff so seamlessly. Everyone loves interacting with you and being part of the magic." -- Mary G., Chief Human Resources Officer, Credit Industriel et Commercial "He blew people's minds and added a lot of value to the night." -- Shelby T., Senior Event Producer, Newsweek Based in Brooklyn, available nationwide.

Café Chelsea is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Located at the corner of Main & Church, Fogo de Chão is located in the storied Bank of New York building, which is listed in the US National Register of Historic Places. Only a 10-minute walk to the White Plains Metro Train Station and Trans Center, our third New York location features an expansive dining room with soaring wine displays, a white Carrara marble Market Table, and an open kitchen window that showcases our Brazilian-trained gaucho chefs expertly fire-roasting each cut we serve. The White Plains location is furnished with a contemporary lounge-seating experience that elevates any occasion or gathering in our Bar Fogo and private dining room spaces.

Located on Old Country Road just east of Meadowbrook State Parkway, Fogo de Chão is minutes away from luxury retail shopping at Roosevelt Field in Garden City. Upon arrival to our first Long Island location, guests are welcomed into an expansive dining room with soaring wine displays, a white Carrara marble Market Table and an open kitchen with views of the churrasqueria grill so visitors can watch our gaucho chefs practice the centuries-old cooking technique of churrasco. Guests can relax in the re-imagined bar space furnished with luxurious lounge seating and contemporary Brazilian design or host a group celebration in one of our elegant private dining rooms.

Celebrating 61 years of excellence, we’ve successfully produced thousands of events of all sizes across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico—and we’re equipped with the capabilities to deliver exceptional events worldwide. Our mission is to build strong, lasting relationships with every client we serve. Our team is carefully hand-picked for their talent, dedication, and professionalism. With a client retention rate of over 99%, we are proud to consistently exceed expectations and deliver seamless, memorable events every time.

Renwick Hospitality Group is a New York City based owner-operations leader. With a keen focus on innovation in food & beverage, Renwick Hospitality Group helms its outlets with unparalled passion and precision. Exceptional talent and curated experiences propel the customer-oriented ethos embodied within. Highly sought after by hoteliers and companies alike, Renwick Hospitality Group provides the insight and practical executions necessary to achieve success in all realms of hospitality and beyond.

We provide shared ride shuttles, private cars, SUVs, vans, and group charters for travel to airports, cruise terminals, hotels, events, and major transit hubs across New York City.