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ADVERTISEMENT The Gold Coast’s Premier Jose Fajardo Jr. heated up the promenade with his orchestra at this year’s Salsa Night. and even workout gear you need. “We’re so close to Manhattan, we get city shoppers and celebs who have come to expect our up-to-the-minute merchandise and super personal customer service,” says Grace Guido, co-owner of Ambience Boutique. If health and wellness is important to you, Can Do Fitness, a state-ofthe-art facility, offers various classes led by experienced instructors. Your workouts will get a major upgrade with their spectacular city views! Right down the block is the Vitamin Shoppe offering you the widest Photos: Joe Epstein Photography “Ready? Let’s Go.” is the City Place mantra. And no wonder – you can find a plethora of fashion, food and fabulous events happening there throughout the year. Located in Edgewater on the Hudson River, City Place offers its visitors a unique, outdoor experience. Nothing compares to power shopping with a little fresh air in-between stops. On any given day, many take advantage of the center’s proximity to the water and take a leisurely walk along the riverfront. Baby strollers, best friends, fitness fans and animal lovers alike can be seen enjoying this upbeat destination. Who knew you could find the stunning Saint Laurent bag you’ve been eyeing or sip a glass of rare Cabernet right on River Road. With 26 retailers, seven eateries, a waterside hotel and more, this contemporary center truly has something for everyone. “I love shopping at City Place,” says Carla Marie, Z100 morning personality, “because it’s super convenient. You don’t have the mall hustle and bustle but you have everything you need. It’s got great eateries too. And of course no sales tax on clothes!” You’ll find the latest fashion trends, footwear and designer merchandise at retailers like the award-winning Ambience Boutique or the newly expanded Metromix and score top men’s and women’s labels at Mercat Boutique. Everyday classics are found at The Gap, Banana Republic and LOFT. With the holidays approaching, no need to hassle with the highways – Anthropologie and Pier 1 both offer unique gifts and can help get your home ready for entertaining. And yes, there’s a Victoria’s Secret right on the property for all of the special loungewear, intimate apparel RETAILERS AEROSOLES, ALAIN & CO. JEWELERS, AMBIENCE BOUTIQUE, ANTHROPOLOGIE, ATHLETIC SHOP @ CANDO, BANANA REPUBLIC, BATH & BODY WORKS, C A N D O F I T N E S S , C A R T E R ’ S , C H A R M I N G C H A R L I E , C H I CO ’ S C I T Y P L AC E CO N V E N I E N C E , 1 8 | 8 M E N ’ S SA LO N , E X P R E S S , G A P, G U E SS , L E N S C R A F T E R S , LO F T, M E R C AT B O U T I Q U E , M E R C AT O U T D O O R , M E T R O M I X , P I E R 1 I M P O R T S , U LTA , V E R I ZO N W I R E L E S S V I C TO R I A’ S S E C R E T, T H E V I TA M I N S H O P P E , EATERIES BAREBURGER, BAUMGART’S CAFE, CHIPOTLE, FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSE, GREEK TAVERNA, HAAGEN DAZS, THE ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE, PANERA BREAD W 2