From the moment it opened, we (and everybody else) loved the High Line–a park space born of a 1930s elevated railway. They recently opened part two, doubling the park’s length, and I can’t believe how long it has taken us to head over and see the second segment. But Saturday, after a full day in the classroom, Ashley and I made it over for dinner and a stroll: we started at The Lot, an outdoor public plaza beneath the High Line serving beer from Colicchio & Sons and food from rotating trucks.
Maybe it was a Saturday Night effect, but The Lot was a major scene. Ashley said we were probably five years too old, four years too married, and eight months too pregnant to really fit in–but we did our best. We decided to try the dumplings based on the short wait-time and were most impressed with the chicken and basil ones–the peanut dipping sauce was great. The line for the Kimchi taco truck was insane, but luckily we ran into some friends who had been waiting in line and who let us add-on to their order. Personally, I’d take Korean double-fried chicken or Bbq over the tacos, but it was a cool concept.
After dinner we walked through Rainbow City–a temporary art installation–for some dessert before heading up to the High Line.
And just as we got up there, the sun dipped below the cloud layer and the pathway was illuminated in light! 
The High Line is an amazing public space; we loved the new section. The second part is particularly narrow, and so it was packed! The night we walked it, the crowd seemed to be flowing opposite us, thankfully.
But overall, we agreed that it’s incredible to see the public so excited about a new green space and fascinating to watch the park’s effect on the neighborhood. There is something wonderful about how this revamped industrial railway and its surrounding (ugly) rooftops somehow look more perfect when you’re seeing them in the context of reimagined, landscaped pathways–filled with beautiful people and golden light.
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So jealous all I did this weekend was work
P.S. We are giving away 2 books from Studio Violet
These images are so amazing!! I really want to bring my 6yo to see this this year.. So gorgeous. You also piqued my interest.. kimchi taco truck? I'm so there!
And wow, doesn't Ashley look incredible too.
you guys got some great shots as usual. the hubby and i were near the highline this weekend and i wanted to see part 2 as well. but we had our pup with us.. no dogs allowed on the highline. which makes sense. dog poop may or may not ruin the ambience.
Great Photos! I just love the high line. I can't wait to get back to NY to see the new part. I wish Toronto would do this with the Gardner Expressway.
Lovely guys
Nice shots of the highline, I havent been yet this summer. Looks like I need to make a visit again. Did you by any chance hear from a lady from Untitled? She really liked your pics 
GORG!!! I can't wait for my next trip back to NYC to go visit!
Thanks, all! (And thanks for making my day, Chantale. Sweet!)
Nicole–that's awesome! Haven't heard from anyone, but how nice!
Maybe a dog run section is next, Rebecca?
the highline (part one) is one of my favorite place in NYC! I hope to see the part 2 one day! Ashley is gorgeous
Haha- I always feel too old and too married.
These photos are beautiful. They capture the essence of High Line so well.
thank you for this post on the highline part 2. i love that it's been expanded. truly one of my favorite places ever. hope to be back soon. love your photo's!!! xo
Beautiful photos! I was there on Saturday too but I left earlier so missed that stunning light. Ashley looks so lovely!
Such a cool park! There's something similar in Paris, actually….
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I read about this place in National Geographic a while back and was floored and what a cool idea it was. Yay for re-using a space instead of tearing it down!
we are FINALLY catching on in dallas and getting a food truck oasis very soon, yay! i'm looking forward to little adventures like this
and wow that green space is just amazing, and it must be so great to see so many people taking advantage of the beautiful space 
Love the photos! I can't wait to see the new section of the High Line when I get back to New York- its one of my favorite spaces in the city, for sure.
Haha, we were there on Saturday too, but a bit earlier. We also got the dumplings due to the shorter line
But we also managed to get an ice-cream sandwich from Coolhaus!
Great food, funny writing, inspiring pictures and one of my favourite cities in the world. You guys just won out on this post!
I wanna go there! Love the belly shot, pretty picture!
I am totally captivated by this space.
Mark and I took the kids there a few weeks ago right before Part 2 opened. We all had a great time and are heading back to see the rest soon!
I also wrote about Part 1 and will continue with Part 2 as soon as we go. How can you not want to share it?!
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You got some great shots and you look amazing! I'm keeping up with you over at Baby Mine.
Jill
That has to be the prettiest pic of the marquee for Scores ever! Yay for the highline!
Wow, it looks fantastic! Makes me wish I'd live in a more urban environment and go people-watching instead of bird-watching
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this looks like so much fun…i love your photographs
Great photos, you really capture the energy of a gorgeous day. Plus that art installation looks pretty sweet!
i've only been to nyc once, but when i was there, (in december of 2009) we checked out the highline. it looks absolutely gorgeous in the summer.
Such a fantastic post and wonderful shots too. I know that NYC struggle of too many people, and too many waits…but through your photos the entire event looks beyond magical. cheers!
When i see pictures like that, i REALLY miss NY…
Wow! Great pictures (especially the pregnant one which you will be so glad you have!). I'm in California and make sure I go to the High Line whenever I'm visiting my daughter. I just love how it changes with the seasons. I was there in June. How much it has changed! Thanks for keeping it alive for me.