August 2, 2022
A trip starts with a trek to the airport. A subway to a train to a shuttle… Leaving at sunset for bedtime in the sky I am a nerd for these musical roads. This one is easier than the one in New Mexico as its grooves take up the entire Read more…
February 18, 2016
Ravi DeRossi’s Mother of Pearl has gone vegan. But chances were I would have loved to visit Mother of Pearl either way. The union of nostalgic, color and kitsch, I love a tiki bar. Below is my investigative photoshoot for a special event I am planning. But being pretty detail-orientated, I had some wardrobe recon Read more…
February 22, 2014
Family Recipe on Manhattan’s Lower East Side has a satisfying assortment of vegan options, clearly marked as us vegans love. The Electrician and I shared a delectable meal after a horrendous drive into the city. As you may be able to tell from the “ambiance” lighting (a blogger’s pet peeve), Family Read more…
April 7, 2012
CandyPenny and I finally got around to hitting Dirt Candy in Manhattan’s East Village. With tough weekends under our belt, we needed some delectable eats during our debrief. Unfortunately we didn’t realize that the ambiance of this tiny, loud, upscale restaurant off East 9th street would have us yelling across the Read more…
February 1, 2009
It was a mild and beautiful Sunday for the Lunar New Year Parade & Festival in Chinatown. What a glorious afternoon! The confetti storms against the crisp blue sky were beautifully surreal and color, dance and cheer party-popped through the streets to frighten the evil spirits that may impede on Read more…