The Bronx has its own Little Italy where visitors enjoy a feast of colorful food markets overflowing with salamis and sausages, homemade mozzarella, pastries and breads, a rainbow of olives, fresh fruits and vegetables, and palaces of pasta.

Off the borough's northeast shore, City Island looks and feels like a New England fishing village with an abundance of boat yards, sail makers, antiques shops, art galleries, and seafood restaurants. And across the way is Orchard Beach, a ribbon of white sand on the shore of Long Island Sound.

For great dining, enjoy a romantic night out at The Riverdale Garden featuring delicious seasonal cuisine in a casual and elegant atmosphere, including al fresco dining in their flower garden terrace. Or visit The Fiddler's Elbow, a traditional pub a few miles from the Throgs Neck Bridge. Diners can watch all major sporting events and even wager on simulcast televised thoroughbred and harness racing. There is a large deck and ample parking.

In the heart of the borough and minutes from Yankee Stadium is Giovanni’s, a restaurant and bar that attracts a professional crowd with live jazz, lobster ravioli, gourmet pizza, and valet parking. Not to be overlooked are the restaurants and bars in and around Inwood. A mix of cool and fancy like trendy Bocaditos and the Irish sports bar Tubby Hook Tavern, just to name a few. And don’t miss Arthur Avenue for European food and wine, including Italian and Mediterranean specialties.