The nominations are in and it's time to cast your votes for the best of New York City in the 2012 About.com Manhattan Readers' Choice Awards.
This year, we carefully selected 10 award categories for Manhattan. We opted for categories that make a big difference in your life in New York City -- but that haven't already been done to death by other awards programs.
The About.com 2012 Readers' Choice Awards will showcase the best products, features, and services in multiple categories, from technology to hobbies to parenting.
You'll be able to vote from February 22 through March 21. Winners will be announced on March 30, 2012.
There's no prize -- just the bragging rights that come with getting recognized by the readers of About.com, a leading website owned by The New York Times Company.
This year, we carefully selected 10 award categories for Manhattan. We opted for categories that make a big difference in your life in New York City -- but that haven't already been done to death by other awards programs.
The About.com 2012 Readers' Choice Awards will showcase the best products, features, and services in multiple categories, from technology to hobbies to parenting.
You'll be able to vote from February 22 through March 21. Winners will be announced on March 30, 2012.
There's no prize -- just the bragging rights that come with getting recognized by the readers of About.com, a leading website owned by The New York Times Company.
1. Best New York City Food Truck
You can't walk a block without seeing a food truck in New York City. But which is the best food truck, the food truck worth stalking on Twitter and waiting in line in the rain?
2. Best Dessert in Manhattan
New York City is home to some of the best desserts in the world. Which is the ultimate sweet treat in all of Manhattan? Vote for your favorite cookie, cake, pie, pastry, ice cream, or other decadent Manhattan dessert.
3. Best New York City App
Need something in New York City? There's definitely an app for that. We are looking for the Best New York City App -- the mobile app that makes New York life easier and more fun for you. Our finalists include apps devoted to getting around New York, finding food, exploring NYC art and culture, and more.
4. Best Manhattan Gym
New Yorkers are passionate about their gyms. We received lots of enthusiastic nominations for About.com Best Manhattan Gym in 2011 so we brought the category back for 2012. Which gym deserves the Best Manhattan Gym Award for 2012?
5. Best Manhattan Yoga Class
On any given day, there are hundreds of yoga classes in New York City. But which are the best yoga classes in Manhattan? Show some love for the best yoga studio in Manhattan.
6. Best Manhattan Fitness Class
To stay fit in New York, you can choose from a wide variety of fitness classes. New York has everything from spin to sculpting to Cross-Fit to Zumba. But which is the best fitness class in Manhattan? Which class makes you sweat, gets results, and keeps you coming back for more?
7. Best Manhattan Dog Run
New Yorkers love their dogs -- and they love their dog runs. Which Manhattan dog run deserves the title of Best Manhattan Dog Run? Fido and Fluffy can't vote, so it's up to you to choose the most deserving dog run.
8. Best Manhattan Hair Color
Which Manhattan salon offers the best permanent hair color and/or highlights? Help your favorite colorist get some official recognition -- and help some fellow New Yorkers avoid the pain of a bad dye job.
9. Best Manhattan Salon for Curly Hair
I have naturally curly hair and it's not easy to find salons that specialize in cutting and styling curly locks. Stylists who claimed to be curly hair experts have butchered my locks. The best way to find a great new salon is from recommendations from other curly-haired New Yorkers. Which Manhattan salon is the best when it comes to curly styles?
10. Best Manhattan Salon for Black Hair
Styling black and African-American hair requires special knowledge and expertise. Which Manhattan salon is the best when it comes to black hair styles, natural black hair, and black hair extensions and weaves? Vote for your favorite as the Best Manhattan Salon for Black Hair.
