The daughter of art collectors Farouk and Aliya Khan loves New York City in winter
Why is New York your favourite city destination in the winter?
I love how different being in a city is in the cold; wrapping up warm, sipping on hot drinks and the holiday spirit in the air everywhere! I’ve always felt New York has the best of everything I love: from amazing art shows to great food, and is a great city to walk through. Last winter the Whitney Museum staged a retrospective of one of my favourite artists, Jasper Johns, and so in my mind New York was where I wanted to spend my winter break!
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What are the must-do activities in winter?
Have a look at what’s on at their world-class museums—MoMA, Guggenheim, the Whitney Museum, the Met—and also the schedule at Lincoln Centre. I love catching a play or ballet with friends and New York always has great options for both. Have a walk along the High Line and enjoy views of the city and beyond!
To get into a festive spirit, go skating at Rockefeller Centre and check out the Christmas Lights at Dyker Heights, Brooklyn!
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Which is your favourite restaurant?
Lobster frites at Pastis after visually feasting on great art at the Whitney Museum is a favourite activity. Art and dining go hand in hand for me, both being genuine pleasures in life. A real treat was to be invited to dine at The Century Association, one of the most exclusive private members’ clubs in New York. It was delightful to wander through the Palazzo-style building, which is on the National Register of Historic Places as a true New York landmark, and learn more about American art history.
My two favourite cuisines in America are Italian and Mexican. I love Via Carota for Italian while my secret taco spot is La Superior in Brooklyn. I was introduced to Miss Lily’s Caribbean restaurant this trip and it immediately made my go-to list.
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