The 5 Best Things To Do In NYC Tonight, October 23

Tonight in New York City: Find out how chefs and designers work together to put together the perfect dining experience, enjoy a whiskey tasting, or learn about the graffiti artist era of 1970s NYC. By Carly Petrone.

MOCAEATS: The Sweet Saga

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It's hard to pass Ferrara Bakery & Café in Little Italy and Chinatown Ice Cream Factory in Chinatown and not stop in for some stracciatella gelato and black sesame ice cream (respectively). Tonight, Christina Seid (Chinatown Ice Cream Factory) and Ernest Lepore (Ferrara Bakery & Café) will give you the scoop on how each of their concoctions infuse a classic American dessert with their own blend of culture, tradition, and heritage. Make sure to stick around for the dessert tasting immediately following tonight's program. Event begins at 7 p.m. and tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for MOCA members/seniors/students.

Training Days by Henry Chalfant & Sacha Jenkins

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Meet photographer Henry Chalfant and former graffiti writer turned journalist Sacha Jenkins tonight at powerHouse Bookstore. Together, they're celebrating the launch of their new book entitled Training Days: The Subway Artists Then and Now. This collection includes first-person accounts from the graffiti artists whose creative genius fueled the movement from its beginnings in late '70s NYC. Learn more tonight starting at 7 p.m. Please RSVP here.

The Art of Dining: How Master Chefs and Designers Collaborate

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Ever wondered what really goes into the design of a restaurant? Tonight, distinguished chefs Daniel Boulud and Lydia Shire join famed hospitality designer Adam D. Tihany for a conversation about the ways in which design has helped elevate dining to an art. Michael Boodro, editor in chief of ELLE DÉCOR, will moderate tonight's event. Find out about the innovations that will not only shape restaurant design but the way we eat in the future. Event begins at 6:30 p.m. and admission is free.

Heather Greene presents Whisk(e)y Distilled: A Populist Guide to the Water of Life

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Heather Greene knows a thing or two about whiskey. As the current Director of the Whiskey School at the Flatiron Room in Manhattan, she can certainly sniff a good shot of whiskey from across the room. Tonight, learn about her new book, Whisk(e)y Distilled and enjoy a tasting of a few of her favorites. Get your book signed and find out what type of whiskey you might like tonight, starting at 7:30 p.m.

30th Annual Benefit for Can Do Multiple Sclerosis

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If you want to put your money towards a good cause, buy a ticket for tonight's Can Do Multiple Sclerosis Annual Autumn Benefit. Singer-songwriter David Osmond will be honored for his work in the MS community. Tonight's evening includes a cocktail reception, three-course dinner, awards celebration, a silent auction, as well as a live performance by Osmond. Individual tickets are $350, VIP tickets are $500 (includes meet and greet with David Osmond). Cocktail hour starts at 7 p.m. (6 p.m. for VIPs) and dress code is black tie optional.

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Carly Petrone is a freelance writer living in New York City.