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.
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 …
The Upper West Side is full of cute little gems, and one of them is La Farine, a French cafe and patisserie that effortlessly transforms from a bustling daytime coffee-and-croissant …
It was a dark and rainy night, and Steve and I were in the mood for some serious comfort food. We ended up at NR on the Upper East Side. …
When it comes to ice cream, soft serve, and gelato, New York City is at the very forefront. We’re talking fish-shaped ice cream cones, mochi toppings, and mind-blowing flavor combinations, …
One night, before heading to a Broadway show, Steve and I stopped by See No Evil, a tiny pizza restaurant tucked away below street level, inside the 50th Street subway …
I was invited to the Grand Opening of the Ess-a-Bagel FiDi location as a guest. All opinions are my own (and Steve’s, for this particular post) If you ever wondered …
Last weekend, the weather was absolutely amazing in New York City, so we ended up going for a picnic in Central Park both Friday and Saturday. When you’re planning a …
Dirt Candy is one of the most interesting vegetarian restaurants I’ve been to. The food isn’t just plant-based—it’s beautiful, creative, and genuinely delicious. I had been for brunch back when …
For years, I’ve been complaining about the lack of good Danish casual restaurants in NYC. Yes, there are a few places serving Nordic food, but they tend to lean more …
(Disclaimer: I was invited to try some of the desserts at Matcha Cafe Maiko, but as always, opinions are my own.) Matcha Cafe Maiko is a cafe chain specializing in …
Disclaimer: I was invited to try Kajiken in New York City, but as always, all opinions in this post are my own. If you love ramen but haven’t tried abura …
Ras Plant Based is an Ethiopian restaurant in West Village, serving plant-based dishes rooted in traditional flavors with a modern twist. We started with the Injera Nachos—crispy injera chips topped …