Category Archives: New York

Speakeasy 518, Albany

Look for the red lamp and ring the bell. While the circumstances may have changed since the 1920s, human nature hasn’t. Everyone likes to be in on a little secret, such as the Speakeasy 518 [42 Howard St, Albany, NY … Continue reading

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Lark and Lily, Albany

I love Center Square and strolling down Lark Street, but when it comes to dining…I wouldn’t sort so many of the restaurants in this part of town into the romantic category. Not too long ago the wine bar on the … Continue reading

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St. Stephen’s Church Labyrinth, Schenectady

There is a beautiful stone labyrinth in a quiet church square. Driving down a sleepy residential road I barely expected my destination to appear, but there was St. Stephen’s Church [1229 Baker Ave, Schenectady, NY 12309]. The courtyard is quite … Continue reading

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Mohawk River State Park, Niskayuna

Always looking for a new place to explore, my radius has increased tenfold. It isn’t so often I discover a new space right in my backyard. Mohawk River State Park [The end of Whitmyer Rd, Niskayuna NY] is secreted away … Continue reading

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Barhopping in Williamsburg, Brooklyn

The Ides at Wythe Hotel, 80 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11249 You’ll feel quite fancy heading up the elevator to the swank rooftop lounge, but don’t fret – this place is very relaxed. There is an indoor bar and a … Continue reading

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Pulaski Bridge, from Brooklyn to Queens

If you’re visiting a bridge in Brooklyn, Pulaski probably isn’t the first one that will pop into your head. However, if you’ve already been to the Brooklyn Bridge and you’re seeking a new structure, you might be surprised at what … Continue reading

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Brooklyn Art Library

One part art supplies store, one part gallery, one part library – all parts absolutely awesome. I had no idea how enthralled I would become with the Brooklyn Art Library [28 Frost St, Brooklyn, NY 11211] in Williamsburg when my … Continue reading

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Ample Hills Creamery, Brooklyn

When I’m drooling while watching the Food Network on TV I always get overly excited to see restaurants that are nearby featured. One episode showcased the top five ice creams in America and I could barely contain myself when I … Continue reading

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Morbid Anatomy Museum, Brooklyn

Do you find that you are intrigued by the obscure? Enjoy walking the line between strange and beautiful? Does the dark idea of death visit your dreams? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, you should … Continue reading

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Brunching in Brooklyn at Five Leaves

If you want to brunch like a king, get your fancy bottom to Greenpoint. In warmer months you’ll probably think, is that bus stop? There is almost always a buzz of a crowd around the corner restaurant Five Leaves [18 … Continue reading

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