Winter survival guide

Cold comfort, delivered»
You don’t need canned beans and propane lamps—assemble your own NYC indoor survival kit with surprising deliveries and unusual home services.

The best urban campout spots»
Just because you're a lazy bum doesn't mean you have to be one at home. Besides, Crate and Barrel has better furniture than you do. We dispatched our most slothful staffers to suss out the city's best spots for loitering.

There she blows»
This isn’t the Windy City, so what’s with the freaking gales?

The outsiders»
You think you have it bad in that stuffy cubicle? We asked New Yorkers who work outside how they cope with the cold.

The insiders»
We forced one freelancer to stay home for five days. How long will it take her to go stir-crazy?

Snowed in»
Need to make a cozy night in the chilly city? Our critics suggest books, music and bars that make for great company.

Bars with fireplaces»