Category Archives: Travel

Think Globally Travel Locally

Posted on August 3, 2014 by Fenster

Fenster writes: It is possible in some of our larger cities to approximate international travel without the need to purchase expensive (and environmentally unfriendly!) airline tickets. And I am not talking Disney-style simulacra, but more of the real thing, or … Continue reading →

Posted in The Good Life, Travel | Tagged Flushing, Ironbound | 9 Comments

NYC Notes, Part 3: The Cloisters at Fort Tryon Park

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Blowhard, Esq.

Blowhard, Esq. writes: One of my favorite places during my New York City trip last month was The Cloisters, a medieval art museum run by the The Met located in northern Manhattan. Nestled in a sprawling park that abuts Washington Heights … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, History, Photography, Travel | Tagged Fort Tryon Park, medieval art, medieval history, New York City, The Cloisters | 4 Comments

Eddie’s Tea Chronicles: The Russian Tea Room

Posted on July 14, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: Well naturally, one can’t go to this legendary New York restaurant with “tea” in its very name and not order tea, right? The Russian method of brewing and serving tea is a bit different to what we’re … Continue reading →

Posted in Food and health, The Good Life, Travel | Tagged eddies tea chronicles, russian tea room | 4 Comments

NYC Notes, Part 2: Eating and Drinking

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Blowhard, Esq.

Blowhard, Esq. writes: In part 1 of my NYC series I ventured some thoughts and impressions on the city in general, but now let’s talk about something important. Herewith I offer a rundown of some of the more notable meals and … Continue reading →

Posted in Food and health, Photography, The Good Life, Travel | Tagged bacon, bars, cocktails, German food, Indian food, Italian food, Jewish delis, locavore food, New York City, pizza, ramen, street food | 15 Comments

NYC Notes, June 2014

Posted on June 18, 2014 by Blowhard, Esq.

Blowhard, Esq. writes: I recently returned from a 10-day vacation to New York City. Here are some pics and observations from my trip. WARNING: I’ve lived in (suburban) Los Angeles my entire life and spent all of 18-20 days total in … Continue reading →

Posted in Personal reflections, Photography, The Good Life, Travel | Tagged New York City | 23 Comments

Meat Du Jour

Posted on June 18, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: The chateaubriand for two at Keens Steakhouse in New York City. Worth every cent of its princely price tag of $108. The three sauce boats in the background contain béarnaise, mushroom, and red wine sauces, all delicious … Continue reading →

Posted in Food and health, The Good Life, Travel | Tagged Keens, New York City, steak, steakhouses | 5 Comments

Some Snaps I Took in Atlanta

Posted on May 31, 2014 by Fabrizio del Wrongo

Fabrizio del Wrongo writes: I was in Atlanta recently for work. Thought I’d share some photos I took. This ferris wheel was right outside the hotel at which I stayed. I guess urban ferris wheels are a thing now? If … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, Media, Personal reflections, Photography, Television, Travel | Tagged Atlanta, CNN, creepshots, malls, Peachtree Street | 15 Comments

The Burgers of America

Posted on May 22, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: Vegetarians, look away. Here’s a list of the best hamburgers in the USA, state-by-state. They run the gamut from gourmet delicacies to fast-food to pub food. Toppings range from the common (cheese, pickles, bacon) to the outrageous … Continue reading →

Posted in Food and health, The Good Life, Travel | Tagged hamburgers, ho sauce | 16 Comments

The Last Honest Meal

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: If you’re the type of diner who judges restaurants by hygiene and cleanliness, this sign in the window of Dinastia China might give you pause. That is, of course, the New York City Health Department Sanitation Inspection … Continue reading →

Posted in Food and health, Personal reflections, Travel | Tagged chinese food, chino latino, dinastia, latin food, New York City, restaurants | 7 Comments

Pizza, Five Ways

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: The best pizza in the world, as everybody knows, no longer exists. It is the pizza of your childhood*. That first magical bite sets the flavor, which you spend the rest of your life attempting to recapture. … Continue reading →