My kids gave me a book called 1000 Time Out Things to do in New York, and every now and then I'm going to try some things out and let you know how it went. Yesterday I went into SOHO to "Get a cheap Manhattan manicure (item #719)." After emerging from the subway, I walked three blocks to the address, 458 W. Broadway. There was no sign whatsoever pointing to the salon other than the name taped to the address plate. It took me a while to find it in-between all the other shops with storefronts and fancy signage.
As I was standing there wondering how I was supposed to get in the locked door, someone came up and was buzzed in, so I followed him. The narrow stairwell lead to the third floor salon. Here is what the front door looked like:
But sure enough, there was a lot of nail painting going on. I would have had my fingernails polished there, but I had already had them done by a salon on the street nearby for $12 after I thought I'd never find this place. Soooo, I got a pedicure. Tee hee.
By the way, have I written about manicures here? While you're getting your nails done, someone slips up behind you and begins rubbing your shoulders! OMG! It's heavenly. This woman began my massage gratis for 2 minutes, then asked if I wanted to continue for 10-15 minutes. How could I say no? Why would I say no? $15 for 15 minutes. Yep, I'll buy that.
