Tag Archives: New York City

Architecture Du Jour

Posted on July 9, 2014 by Blowhard, Esq.

Blowhard, Esq. writes: Somewhere on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Click on the image to enlarge.

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Architecture Du Jour

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Blowhard, Esq.

Blowhard, Esq. writes: Somewhere on Broadway in Manhattan. Click on the image to enlarge.

Posted in Architecture | Tagged New York City, traditionalism | 6 Comments

Changing Mores and Expectations: Bras in Public

Posted on July 2, 2014 by Paleo Retiree

Paleo Retiree writes: The heat and humidity have finally settled over New York City, and with the onset of sultry weather the city’s women have been stripping down to skimpy hot-weather wear. Early summer here is always a fun season for girl-watching, bemusement and wondering what it’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Trends, Women men and fashion | Tagged bras, creepshots, lingerie, New York City, trends, underwear | 22 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

Retro Pleasures: A Shave and a Haircut

Posted on June 23, 2014 by Paleo Retiree

Paleo Retiree writes: Thank god the era of the men’s hair stylist is over. Hair stylists, eh? Fussiness, “styling products,” girly smells … It seemed like part of the worldwide conspiracy to make men as vain, as vapid and as anxiety-ridden … Continue reading →

Posted in The Good Life | Tagged barbershops, California, New York City, nyc, retro pleasures | 26 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

Architecture Du Jour

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Paleo Retiree

Paleo Retiree writes: A jumbled view from NYC’s Washington Square Park looking north — partly because we here at UR have a profound and principled objection to the tendency of so much of the architecture press to discuss buildings as … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture | Tagged architecture, Christopher Gray, Harvey Wiley Corbett, Hugh Ferriss, New York City | 1 Comment

Movie Still Du Jour

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Blowhard, Esq.

Blowhard, Esq. writes: Diane Keaton, Woody Allen, and the Queensboro Bridge in Allen’s MANHATTAN (1979), shot by Gordon Willis, who died yesterday. Click on the image to enlarge.

Posted in Movies | Tagged Diane Keaton, Gordon Willis, New York City, Queensboro Bridge, Woody Allen | 1 Comment

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 →