One of our favorite artists (and UF contributor) Maya Hayuk brightens the Bowery and beyond, globetrotting to places like Belgium, Mexico, Rio and then some- leaving behind her calling card of psychedelic, colorful expanses.

We love Dimes. One of the few places in the city capable of transporting one to the sunlight and nutrient-rich, yet delicious food generally relegated to the California coast- this LES/Chinatown restaurant is striking a chord with many. The place is born from great stock- co-owners Sabrina De Sousa and Alissa Wagner met at the beloved nearby cafe Lovely Day, with combined experience including Natural Gourmet Institute and Northern Spy Food Co.