Rather than therapeutically writing about the inevitable “post Christmas blues,” which undoubtedly will befall many an individual in just a week or so from today, I’ve decided to revel in the beauty of the season by creating a “best of” list for this Christmas. If you’re looking for a new cookie, a new Xmas CD, [...]
Archive for the ‘New York City’ Category
Christmastime is here…A “best of” for Christmas, 2010
Posted in Arts, Beauty, Christmas, Food & wine, holidays, Home decor, music, New York City on December 20, 2010 | 1 Comment »
You cannot go wrong with Gramercy Tavern!
Posted in Dining out, Food & wine, New York City, Uncategorized on November 9, 2010 | 1 Comment »
The Gramercy Tavern, on E. 20th St, is my new favorite NYC spot for food/wine. J & I went last night for a somewhat last-minute Monday evening rendez-vous, and we had an absolutely incredible meal complete with amazing wine, impeccable service, and stunning decor. This is THE place to go in NYC, in my book. [...]
The Quest for a Great Meal Out: Frustrations and Revelations with Restaurants (it’s more complicated than one might think…)
Posted in Asheville restaurants, cooking, Dining out, Food & wine, New York City, Travel on September 25, 2010 | 2 Comments »
Last night my husband and I decided to have our long-awaited date night at a cute tapas bar on the upper west side, which will remain nameless, but I have indeed been there before — twice, in fact — and was reasonably pleased both times — enough to go back. I’ll keep this as succinct [...]
I miss Jason and his cooking…but never fear! I have the Philabaum lemons!
Posted in Food & wine, music, New York City, Shearwater, Tori Amos on March 22, 2010 | 1 Comment »
My mom has always said that when my dad traveled, she would resort to really, really simple eating — like, cereal for dinner. While I relate to that approach to “single/alone” dining, I really do enjoy making quality meals for myself that do indeed take some preparation, & some- albeit simple- planning. My husband is [...]
My favorite NYC food/wine spots: wine bars!!!!
Posted in Food & wine, New York City on November 21, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
People are always quick to say that New York City has amazing food available at every turn. Part of me agrees, and part of me feels that you really do have to know where to go. Like any city, NYC certainly has its share of mediocre restaurants/bars/cafes, etc. So I think trial-and-error, being somewhat adventurous, [...]
