I visit family in New York every Christmas Day and follow up with a day after Christmas family visit to the city.
For a change of pace , we went uptown instead of the usual midtown adventure.
We had a great time and it was a perfect change of scenery. It was less touristy and we plan to go again on our own.
We missed the bus and upon arriving at the tour company at 9:30 a staff member took us to the church via subway. She gave us some Information about Harlem on the train ride, which I appreciated since we were late.
The church was beautiful. I loved it and the choir was amazing. It was an added bonus that the choir were volunteers of a treatment program. I was happy to be part of the audience and hear their testimonies.
Sylvia’s was tasty soul food. My only complaint was the seating at the restaurant was cramped , but that is my only bad comment about the trip - so overall a great time.
Réponse de l'hôte
Dec 2018
Dear Leah M,
Thank you very much for your kind and honest words.
We are glad that we were able to take you to Harlem by subway so that you could still experience Harlem, the choir and restaurant despite having missed the tour.
Sylvia's is very popular with locals and visitors and during the holiday season, it attracts many more folks but their seating areas follow fire safety code.
We are thankful to have been a part of your after Christmas city adventure.
Wishing you a happy and Healthy 2019!
Sincerely,
Erika Elisabeth
Harlem Spirituals /New York VIsions
Maven American Journeys