Rockefeller Center has officially flipped the switch to “festive,” which means the rink is spinning , the tree will soon be glowing and the most charming little holiday hideaways in midtown are open for business. Yes, the Après Skate Chalets —those wood-trimmed, twinkly mini-lounges perched above the ice—are back and they remain one of the most delightfully extra ways to do the holidays in New York.

Presented by Balsam Hill, each chalet is private, heated and trimmed like a tiny alpine living room, complete with that postcard-perfect view of the rink and the Christmas Tree. They fit up to six people each, making them ideal for families, friend groups or anyone looking to impress a date with a 40-minute burst of seasonal magic.

But the real holiday flex? Chalet guests can order foo

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