New York, New York, a wonderful town! The Bronx is up, and the Battery’s down! The people ride in a hole in the ground! Where else can you do a half-a-million things all at a quarter to three? A concrete jungle where dreams are made of. Song references aside, this American city has it all, and then some…
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...
“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year…” Say what you will about the commercialization of Christmas. One trip to New York City in the month of December is all it takes to wash away such feelings of cynicism and contempt. Granted, the average tourist might not come out of the many upscale boutiques and shops with an armful of goods, but...
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...
Once upon a time, long before Los Angeles became the capital of the entertainment industry. Long before Hollywood was a big movie-making, money making juggernaut. Long before LA was synonymous with paparazzi, Kardashians, and country clubs. There was a time when the motion picture industry was in its infancy, and was fast on its way to becoming a growing...
Argentina is a great country! It is the land of tango, gauchos, Evita, and some of the best soccer stars in the world. But in addition, it is a nation that knows a thing or twelve about how to cook up a fine cut of steak. And sausage. And intestines. You heard me! But of course, not everyone can take a trip south of the equator to taste this mythical meat. If...
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...
In the middle of Manhattan, just a short walk from Herald Square and Penn Station is the Haier Building. Formerly the headquarters of the Greenwich Savings Bank in New York, the Haier Building is one of New York City’s lesser known structures, but it is one of the more elegant in its design and history. Originally, the Greenwich Savings Bank, which was based...