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Breakfast at Tiffany’s
Stepping into Audrey Hepburn’s shoes would not be an easy task, but when you pair this with being upstaged by a cat as well as a veteran actor from Cheers, you would definitely need at least one of those martinis … Continue reading
United Enemies
The Public Art Fund has done it again with a magnificent exhibition of artwork at the southeast entrance to Central Park. German sculptor Thomas Schutte has created two pairs of intriguing characters that are at the same time regal, political, … Continue reading
Accommodation & Airbnb
Finding the right place to stay when you come to New York for the first time is a big challenge. There are many options available in both the style and location of accommodation and while the success of your choice … Continue reading
Do you want pastrami with that?
A good pastrami sandwich has long been the calling card of a number of famous Jewish delis in New York City. Katz is probably the most well known, 2nd Avenue Deli is displaced but dependable, and Eisenberg’s, my unchallenged favorite … Continue reading
Essex Street Markets
After the extraordinary inspirational performance of the Stockholm Philharmonic at Carnegie Hall last week, I thought I should have a look at some Nordic nosh. Maybe the secret of the joyful dancing conductor was in the food he ate. So … Continue reading
Cheesy language
Slooshing through the snow on our bikes last weekend, Sean and I slid to a stop at the Bedford Cheese shop in Grammercy Park. At first glance it looked like a premium gourmet deli, and once inside, the sight of … Continue reading
Viva Carnegie
There is a reason Carnegie Hall is one of the great artistic destinations of the world. Even though I considered myself very fortunate to have tickets for the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra last night, I could never have expected to … Continue reading
Breads Bakery
After today I can relax. The quest to find great coffee in NYC has been met. Australians can come to Manhattan without fear – you will not only not be flat-white deprived, but you will have the culinary advantage that … Continue reading
Black History Month
Gordon Parks is a hero to many people, not just because of his amazing artistry with photography, film, music and writing, but also for the example he set by tapping into his genius and owning his place in the world. … Continue reading
Well heeled and Havaianas
Our neighbours upped the ante. It is common practice to leave your wet boots outside your apartment door rather than drip them inside on wintry days. So there can be an interesting assortment of foot wear and umbrellas along the … Continue reading
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