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Antonina Pattiz

About Antonina

Antonina Pattiz is the founder of New York Dearest and a longtime NYC resident. She has spent years exploring every corner of the city, creating detailed guides for visitors and locals alike. Her recommendations are based entirely on firsthand experience, with a focus on helping readers make the most of their time in New York City.

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29 FESTIVE Things to Do for Christmas in NYC (2025 Guide)

By Antonina | Updated: March 20, 2026 | 44 Comments

There’s a moment every December when the city shifts. The lights go up on Fifth Avenue, the air smells like roasted chestnuts and cold pavement, and suddenly even the most jaded New Yorkers are walking a little slower to take…

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11 Best Children’s Museums in New York City (Fun & Educational)

By Antonina | Updated: September 10, 2025 | Leave a Comment

Have some kiddos you need to entertain? Check out these kid-friendly museums in New York City. They’re the best museums for kids in NYC.

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13 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Guide (2026 Guide)

By Antonina | Updated: August 5, 2025 | 17 Comments

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is an annual tradition that reaches beyond New York City (more than 45 million people tune in to see it on the TV). Heralding the start of the holiday season, experiencing the parade firsthand is…

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15 Festive New York City Christmas Activities for Kids

By Antonina | Updated: July 27, 2025 | Leave a Comment

Visiting New York City during the holidays with kids will leave you with a lifetime of cherished memories. Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, Christmas in NYC with kids never gets old. But let’s get real, adequate planning…

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Ice Skating in Central Park (Everything You Need to Know)

By Antonina | Updated: June 30, 2025 | Leave a Comment

Ice skating in Central Park is a blissful, memorable experience regardless of The city skyline serves as a magnificent backdrop to a cherished holiday tradition unlike any other. Thankfully, the rink is open for five months, so there’s plenty of…

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What to Wear in New York City in the Winter (2026 Guide)

By Antonina | Updated: June 30, 2025 | 24 Comments

It’s no secret that winters in New York City can be “a bit much,” so in an effort to make things easy on you, I’ve created a fool-proof NYC winter packing list from a local’s perspective. As a local, I’ve…

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