Monthly Archives: January 2011

Strolling through the park on Sundays is a regular pleasure. Lots of snow and snowmen today, and the hawk was hanging out too. Continue reading →

Since it was such an epic meal and Mike actually had a real camera at Monday’s dinner, it’s worth another post. All the good photos below are his. First off, who’s Dario Cecchini? I never heard of him until Mike told me, but, when I learned a lege… Continue reading →

An overabundance of food and a crazy ass, over-the-top show. I couldn’t document the choice parts, and I can’t even begin to describe it. It was fun and worth doing once. In terms of food, the lamb chops and the chicken kebabs were the highlights. Continue reading →

Will post more details and hopefully some photos by @mikeodea on Wednesday. For now, here’s some Florentine roast beef and the candelabra on our table. Continue reading →

I’ve been repeatedly impressed by the quality of the public art projects shown at Madison Square Park. Some of my favorites have been Roxy Paine’s silver trees, Rafael Lozano-Hemmer’s illuminated heartbeats, and Antony Gormley’s figures in silent … Continue reading →

I’ve never liked plantains, but that’s changed after being introduced to tostones by my friend Elizabeth. Essentially they’re green, unripe, plantains that have been sliced and fried twice, usually served as an appetizer or side dish. Yet another … Continue reading →

But there were plenty of cool bikes to see. Continue reading →

Sometimes you go out to the distant Brooklyn warehouse party and it’s a total bust. Tonight was one of the nights that makes it all worth it. Prince Terrence, a DJ I’ve never heard of before, spun an amazing set of utterly danceable tunes. Keep a … Continue reading →

The first time I came to Moto, some 10 years ago, I literally shouted out with joy when I tried the eggs stuffed with tuna and anchovies. Such a rich, resplendent flavor. They still delight, and it’s been too long. Continue reading →