If you’re thinking about visiting the Big Apple, your timing couldn’t be better when it comes to relatively inexpensive outdoor dining options. I use the term “dining” loosely here, for I am talking about the growing New York City food truck scene. Spring and summer are fantastic times to walk New York City’s neighborhoods and…
Tag: New York City
Garden Delights and Donut Hopping
Yes, snow covered the Big Apple yesterday, but according to the Gregorian calendar, the spring equinox is just 96 hours away. You could spend spring time in Paris or spring break in the Caribbean or you could enjoy spring springing forth here where I call home. There’s plenty to do, more food trucks and ice…
Butterflies in the Snow
Perhaps my Snow Belt roots drove me outside last Saturday when New York City was quilted by a few soft inches of fluffy snow. “Snow storm” is an understatement regardless of what the weather channel would have you believe. Less than three inches fell, but Mayor Bloomberg had the salt trucks ready. I hauled the…
Flavonoid Overload
What could bring me to my knees begging for raw vegetables? The New York Chocolate Show, one the most decadent experiences I’ve had in New York City, and I’ve dined at Daniel–that was decadent! Never have I had a weekday morning rife with sexual innuendo, alcohol and sugar all before noon. The New York Chocolate…
Downtown, Uptown and All Around
I spent a hot, sticky day in Manhattan yesterday covering a lot of ground, both above sea level and below. The adventures began with a 55 mph drive south on the Henry Hudson Highway in my 2002 beat up Honda Accord. During the ride in, I notice the Hudson River looks steamy. When you can’t…