From burgers, to pizza, to falafel, to deli, to sushi, to ramen, and everything in between. The culture and diversity of Manhattan can be reflected in the many restaurants found throughout this island borough. If you come to Manhattan, make sure you come with a hearty appetite!
In one corner, hailing from the corner of 2nd avenue and 1st street on the Lower East Side of NYC, just a short walk from Katz’s Deli and the Landmark Sunshine Cinema on Houston Street, is the Blue Ribbon Fried Chicken. In the other corner, hailing from the corner of 25th Street and Broadway in the Flatiron district, just a stone’s throw from the iconic...
The stars are out. The curtain is about to draw. The orchestra has fine-tuned their instruments. The mincing and fopping is about to commence up in the box seats. It’s showtime at Lincoln Center in New York City. There is nothing more exquisite or, dare I say, romantic, than a night at the Metropolitan Opera House. Remember that scene in Moonstruck where...
Back in the day, the neighborhood butcher was a honorable profession. Dozens and dozens of customers would line up around the place and out the door for the finest cuts of meat done with an expert cleaver. Granted, I may not be from the “good ol’ days”, but at the risk of waxing nostalgic, I kinda miss the days when butchers wore suits, shined...
Hamburgers and Fries are a classic, unbeatable combo. And in New York City, this delicious duo goes way beyond just fast food; it has taken on a gourmet twist that appeals to those who mistakenly write off burgers as de-classe. Noveau restaurants from Manhattan to Queens serve up burgers with a melange of toppings, cooked to order, and have reinvented the way the...
When it comes to decadent foods that tickle our taste buds, it is hard to beat Belgium. This tiny European country known for amazing architecture, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Flemish giants, and Tintin is a haven for the finest chocolates, crispest fries, bubbliest beer, and waffles that could put any diner in America to shame! But you don’t have to fly thousands...
Remember being a kid? Remember getting up at around 6 am or 7 am on Saturday and sitting through at least 4 hours of cartoons? How about gorging on the sweetest cereal this side of Willy Wonka’s breakfast nook? Or how about tuning into your favorite primetime shows while heating up a TV dinner? Well, in New York City, one such place that offers up your...
Many eateries in New York City have come and gone over the years. Luckily, though, some have stood the test of time and have become staples of the Big Apple. One place in particular sits in a cozy corner of Little Italy at the corner of Grand Street and Mulberry Street. A place chock full of hot coffee, cool desserts, and full tummies! For more than 120 years...
Fans of this blog probably already know how much I love the land down under. From the people, the animals, the sports fans, and the food, I am very fond of Australia. And lately, I’ve noticed how New York City has been embracing the flavors and tastes of this exotic land. From the meat pies at the Tuck Shop in lower Manhattan, to the dishes and vibe at The...
DOUGHNUT PLANT LOWER EAST SIDE 379 Grand Street, between Essex and Norfolk Hours: Every day 6:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. Cash only Phone: +1-212-505-3700 CHELSEA HOTEL 220 West 23rd Street, btwn 7th & 8th Aves. Hours: Monday-Friday: 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. Credit cards accepted Phone: +1-212-505-3700 Tucked away on a busy street...
I have found a beautiful oasis in the heart of midtown Manhattan. A place that makes me feel homesick for my other favorite place on Earth. No, not Disney World or Cedar Point. A place where kangaroos are on money, rugby fans revel, and coffee is served strong with a cube of lamington. A place where there’s a Safeway on the corner and a Woolworth’s...