Swathi Reddy

Read the latest articles by Swathi Reddy at Thrillist

Contributor

New York

Lifestyle

Upstate New York and New England in general are known for their top tier slopes, amenities, and lodgings—so whether you’re a budding newbie or avid enthusiast, rest assured that there’s a picturesque winter landscape nearby to your liking that’s prime for snow-capped getaways.

The Best Ski Resorts Within 5 Hours of NYC

Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

Best Restaurants & Bars - Places to Eat & Drink - Thrillist

Indians may be known the world over for their vibrant and colorfully chaotic culture of celebration, but here’s the clincher: They do next to nothing without a glorious, dizzying array of feast-worthy food to tie it all together.

The 15 Best Indian Restaurants in NYC

Louis Vaccaro/Shutterstock

Travel

Explore adventure guides and design a custom itinerary for the destination of your choice in and around the city.

Best Travel Guides, Cool Hotels and Interesting Events - Thrillist

For many New Yorkers, the concept of “the suburbs” sounds like the unromantic antithesis of NYC itself—an environment that some New York transplants grew up in and readily abandoned for a shot at big city life.

10 NYC Suburbs Perfect for a Day Trip or Weekend Getaway

Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden

When Earth Day first debuted on April 22, 1970, NYC’s then-mayor had already established the first civic-based Environmental Protection Administration in 1968.

How to Combat Climate Change in NYC

Shop Women-Led

In honor of Women’s History Month, Thrillist is spotlighting women-owned and led restaurants and businesses across America, from must-try food trucks to bookstores, city guides, and more.

Shop Women-Led: Support Female-Led Businesses & Restaurants

Photo courtesy of Makina

Zacapa_Rum_811433_Feb22

Being a food entrepreneur in NYC has always been a true labor of love—because it means tolerating tiny kitchens, frustrating bureaucracies and of late, pandemic-era closings.

7 Women-Owned Businesses You Need to Know in NYC

DoorDash_Sep21

Thrillist x DoorDash Present: Made In Harlem

Photo by Cole Saladino for Thrillist

DoorDash_671478_Jul21

When Maymuuna Birjeeb opened her Harlem-based restaurant Safari over six years ago, she had little notion it was once the site of a social haven—a lively spot to enjoy a cup of tea or have a smoke—in the 1950s for fellow Somali immigrants in NYC.

Safari in Harlem Is NYC’s Premiere Destination for Somali Food and Culture

Thrillist Block Party: Harlem

When Dawn Demry conceived of The Little Hot Dog Wagon four years ago, she had just lost her job, gone through a health scare, and had no idea how to start a business.

Harlem’s The Little Hot Dog Wagon Is on Its Way to Becoming a Household Name

Drink

While New Yorkers are always ready to enjoy a great glass of wine, it’s doubtful many of us know just how impressive the state of winemaking is here.

12 Incredible Wineries to Visit Near NYC

The Great Escape

We’re creating a modern guidebook for connecting to nature, inviting people from all walks of life and of all experience levels to join us on the trails

Thrillist Presents 'The Great Escape' Guides to the Outdoors

Zack Frank/Shutterstock

REIGreatOutdoors_May21

With New York City practically reopened (we can hardly believe it either), it may seem counterintuitive to give you reasons to get away from the emerging hustle.

The 16 Most Incredible Hikes in Upstate New York

Photo courtesy of Airbnb

From sunset cocktails on rooftop bars to aimless strolls through waterfront parks, springtime in NYC usually evokes plenty of outdoor spontaneity after months of winter hibernation.

Escape From NYC: Head to These 12 Upstate Airbnbs This Spring

Atlanta

Women's History Month

<p>Thrillist is celebrating Women's History Month with a collection of profiles and features on women-owned businesses around the U.S.</p>


Women’s History Month: Profiling Women-Owned Businesses Around the U.S.

Design by Maitane Romagosa

Growing up on her family farm in Iran, chef Forough Vakili didn’t realize there was any other way to eat besides using what’s around you.

From Iran to Le Cordon Bleu, This Atlanta Chef Brings Her Passion Project to Buckhead

GRACE HAN

Located on the New Jersey side of the George Washington Bridge, there are many reasons to visit the unassuming suburb of Fort Lee, New Jersey: It was once known as the film capital of the world, has a 33-acre park with cliffside hikes, and more recently, a simple crossing over the Hudson River offers New Yorkers some of the best Korean food around outside of Manhattan and Flushing.

Swathi Reddy

Latest Posts From Swathi

The Best Ski Resorts Within 5 Hours of NYC

Alongside skiing and snowboarding, enjoy snow tubing, indoor water parks, and top-tier dining at all-encompassing destinations.

The 15 Best Indian Restaurants in NYC

Feast on the dazzling diversity of India’s culinary reach for Diwali and beyond.

10 NYC Suburbs Perfect for a Day Trip or Weekend Getaway

Explore the museums, global cuisine, and stunning architecture that make these out-of-town destinations worth a drive.

How to Combat Climate Change in NYC

Volunteer opportunities and climate-focused cultural events across all five boroughs for Earth Day and beyond.

7 Women-Owned Businesses You Need to Know in NYC

From Brooklyn- and Queens-based restaurants to pop-ups, food trucks, and supper clubs, these entrepreneurs are changing the game.

Safari in Harlem Is NYC’s Premiere Destination for Somali Food and Culture

Translating into “journey,” it’s widely regarded as the only Somali restaurant in town.

Harlem’s The Little Hot Dog Wagon Is on Its Way to Becoming a Household Name

Dawn Demry’s signature kraut is set to take on the world.

12 Incredible Wineries to Visit Near NYC

Take a road trip through the Empire State’s very own wine country.

The 16 Most Incredible Hikes in Upstate New York

Spectacular scenic trails with views of natural wonders await you.

Escape From NYC: Head to These 12 Upstate Airbnbs This Spring

Garden picnics, lakeside swims, and scenic trails await.

From Iran to Le Cordon Bleu, This Atlanta Chef Brings Her Passion Project to Buckhead

Chef Forough Vakili to open Le Bon Nosh this spring.

The Best Korean BBQ in NYC May Actually Be in New Jersey

And that’s just one of the reasons to drive to Fort Lee, New Jersey.