Welcome to my blog about everything New York City. I blog about nice restaurants I visit, cozy cafes, and the occasional night out. On the blog, I'll be sharing all my favorite spots, so consider this your invitation to wander, wonder, and fall in love with the city that never sleeps.
I love Tim Ho Wan, so when I heard they had opened a restaurant in East Village, I was genuinely excited. Tim Ho Wan started in Hong Kong as a …
Breakfast at Barney Greengrass is a true classic. The place has been on the Upper West Side for almost 100 years, and everything from the atmosphere to the menu is …
Sweet Graffiti opened earlier this year and quickly turned into one of those spots everyone seems to be talking about, especially after their Dubai Chocolate Bar went viral. The dessert …
Koreatown in New York is small, but there is a lot happening on those few blocks around West 32nd Street. Most people come for the food, but the area is …
Steve and I were back in Chinatown on yet another food adventure, and the plan was simple. We were going to find a place for Peking duck. Big Wong supposedly …
There was a time when Gospel Brunch was at the top of every New York visitor’s to-do list, but in recent years, it seems to have slipped off the radar. …
Rib no. 7 is now permanently closed and a new restaurant claaed JuDam is opening. It was Friday night in New York City, and we didn’t have a reservation. I …
Steve and I were out for an evening walk in Central Park when we suddenly spotted a raccoon emerging from the bushes a bit further up the path with her …
Halloween in New York City is something special. The city goes all in with spooky decorations, elaborate costumes, and themed parties everywhere. But the biggest and most iconic of them …
Instead of taking the easy route and picking up a pumpkin at Whole Foods, Steve and I decided to make an outing of it. We got in the car and …
On one of our food adventures in Chinatown, we passed by Hay Hay Roasted. It looked so good that even though we were already full, we decided to go in. …
Before Din Tai Fung came to town, Joe’s Shanghai was where you went when the soup dumpling craving hit. The original Chinatown location was on Pell Street, but in late …
I love tteokbokki, so when I was invited to check out Dookki’s new spot in Koreatown, of course I said yes. Dookki is a Korean chain specializing in tteokbokki, those …
A couple of weeks ago, Steve and I stopped by the bar at Loews Regency on Park Avenue. I had been invited to try their non-alcoholic cocktails, but due to …
Getting around New York City can feel overwhelming at first. The city is huge, the pace is fast, and the traffic can be painfully slow. Choosing the right way to …
It’s Restaurant Week in New York City again, which reminded me that I never got around to writing about my visit to Tha Phraya during last summer’s Restaurant Week. Tha …
Steve and I had originally planned to have dinner at Hangawi, but it was restaurant week, and we hadn’t made a reservation. The staff told us the wait would be …
Food halls and markets are now a solid part of the food scene in New York, and one of the best ways to sample just how much the city has …
It had been way too long since I last saw Ehsan, so I sent him a quick message on WhatsApp to see how he was doing. He replied that he …
When Steve and I had just started dating, we went out for pizza in New York City. I grabbed a slice, moved it over to my plate, and reached for …
New York is loud, fast, and intense—but there are places where you can get a break from all of it. The city has a solid lineup of yoga and meditation …
Steve and I stopped by Atoboy, which has been one of my longtime NYC favorites, though it had been quite some time since my last visit. Back then, it felt …
I have been meaning to take the tram to Roosevelt Island for years, but it wasn’t until this summer that I finally made it happen. There always seems to be …
If you’re a Sex and the City fan like me, you know that New York City is just as central to the story as Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha.The city …
When I go to Fort Lee to meet up with Ale, I almost always take the little bus from the George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal. Ale calls it The Mexican …
Steve and I were on a day trip to Coney Island, and on the way from the subway station down to the beach and the amusement park, we passed the …
New York might be one of the most expensive cities in the world to visit, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend money every time you leave the hotel. …
Right in the heart of Koreatown, inside the bustling Food Gallery 32, you’ll find Luka’s Joy, a brand-new slider shop with big plans. Food Gallery 32 is a lively Korean …
Pizza in New York is more than just fast food. It’s tradition, culture, and a slice of daily life. It’s something you grab on your lunch break, on your way …
New York is one of the best cities in the world for eating out. You’ll find food from just about every corner of the globe, and whether you’re into casual …
Earlier this week, I met up with April for dinner at Lemongrass. Right before we were supposed to meet, the skies opened up and it started pouring. I made the …
Every Friday, Whole Foods has a special oyster deal, $12 for 12 oysters for Prime members. You can mix and match, try different kinds, and at most stores they’ll shuck …
French Restaurant Week in New York City is back, and if you’re a fan of French food (who isn’t?), this is the time to eat your way through the city’s …
Le Petit Village is a cozy French restaurant tucked away in a charming old building in West Village. You’ll find outdoor tables lining the sidewalk, perfect for a summer evening, …
The first time I tried soufflé pancakes was in Tokyo back in 2017. It was the hot new thing at the time, and I was convinced those jiggly clouds of …
There was rain in the air and the kind of heavy clouds that seem to hang just a little too low, as Steve and I made our way to Washington …