It’s interesting to see how ramen has become really popular in New York City the past few years. When some asian friends of mine came to visit the city, they were excited to try the ramen here, which is weird because you know, you would think they would go to Japan for the best ramen […]
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Breakfast at Locanda VerdeI am a huge fan of brunch. And breakfast. So I’ve had my fair share of brunch and breakfast in New York, and I believe the best place for this meal in terms of food quality in the city right now in Locanda Verde. This italian restaurant is hidden in Tribeca, just a block away […]
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Puerto Rico: First ThoughtsIn Spring 2012, I flew down to Puerto Rico for Spring Break. And while most people planned to get hammered every single night and spend their days recuperating by the pool of a resort, me and my three friends wanted to actually explore Puerto Rico. We rented a car for the week and got a […]
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NYC: The Layover EditionWhat should you do if you are in New York City for just a day? Using Anthony Bourdain’s concept in his new travel series “The Layover”, I am going to share with you what I would do if I was in the city for just one day. *For full review of the restaurants, click on […]
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Aria Wine BarAlmost perfect. Those were the words that went through my head as I shared a bunch of tapas with my friends and sipped on my delicious wine. Aria was introduced to me by my friend Gillian. It is a wine bar located in the west village, not too far from the Christopher Street station. Everything […]
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NYC: My 3 Favorite Winter Hiding SpotsWinter in New York can be harsh, especially when the wind chills start kicking in. And even though I would prefer staying at home sipping on my vino, I will make an exception for some places. 1) Dunkin Donut WTF?! Yes, I said it. Dunkin Donut… That generic store located at almost every corner in […]
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NYC: Christmas with Chris BottiRed wine. Dark Chocolate. Roast Chicken. Snow. Ice Skating. Hot Chocolate. Presents. Cards. Santa. Love Actually. The ingredients that make the perfect Christmas. Ok fine. And Baby Jesus. The cherry on top though, is spending Christmas listening to Chris Botti and his friends. Every year, during the christmas holidays all the way till new year, […]
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Chicago: Foie Gras & Hot DogIt’s just hot dogs. Isn’t it a little lame to be waiting in line 30 mins before the store even opens? For hot dogs?! Well when Anthony Bourdain puts this cute little store in the middle of no where in Chicago on his list of one of the 13 places to eat at before you […]
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Chicago: Dear Rick BaylessDear Rick Bayless, I write to you today to tell you of my interest in being your disciple. Will you please take me in and teach me the ways of Mexican cooking? I visited Xoco early in the morning for breakfast. I kept my stomach empty and woke up really early so that I could […]
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Chicago: Swedish BreakfastDid I mention how loud Chicago is? The CTA trains are so ridiculously loud, I feel like my ears have been permanently damaged further (from New York’s MTA subways) just from being here for a week. Not to mention the parking garage sirens. Those things are freaking obnoxious. Even more obnoxious than our fire truck. […]
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