controlled nature

Bryant Park is one of my favorite spots. The amount of cafe tables and chairs they provide for sitting, people watching, noshing, etc., is amazing! And there is plenty to eat within the park grounds if you didn't bring your own snack (but don't worry, Crumbs is just across the street too...) There are a couple of stands for iced coffee and sandwiches ('wichcraft), a lovely outdoor cafe to have wine and giant breadsticks (BP Grill & Cafe) and even an upscale restaurant. And an outdoor free film series on Monday nights. While you are waiting for the film to start, check out the outdoor reading room!! This is my kind of getting away from it all, and as far 'back to nature' as I generally like to go.