Watching the Sunset from Manhattan’s Little Island
On an excursion to Manhattan’s Little Island, I got to enjoy the sunset over New Jersey while walking through the gardens.
New York City
Overindulgence at PastryTown Beer Festival in Brooklyn
Enjoying more than a few beers at the Pastrytown beer festival in Brooklyn. Most of the beers available were strong and based on pastry flavors.
Tasty Evening at the Indie Spirits Expo
An evening of sampling liquors — whiskies, gins, and mezcals — from around the world at the Indie Spirits Expo at the Penn Club in New York City.
The Necessity of Subways
There’s a reason I tend to travel to cities instead of more rural destinations. While I enjoy nature and all that it offers, I need to use subways. It’s a necessity if I want to avoid driving.
Where Do You Want to Live?
Twitter user @PekingMike reminded me of an interesting sign I saw back in 2007 in Tianjin, China. Back in 2011, he co-wrote an article for Bloomberg about a ridiculous real estate project in the city that was to be a replica of Manhattan. Like many real estate developments in China today, it’s mostly an empty …
Is Japan Really Weird?
Japan has a reputation for being a bit…well, weird. There are plenty of stories that have been passed around over the years about unusual fashions, foods, products, and even sex. But, is Japan really that unusual? Over the years, I have encountered plenty of weirdness around the US. If anything, people in the US like …
End of Summer on the High Line
To start my Labor Day weekend, I headed for a late afternoon walk on the High Line in New York. Since it opened shortly after I returned to the US in 2009, the High Line park has become my favorite spot in Manhattan–and I’m not the only person in the area who thinks it’s the …
At the Ball Game After 20 Years
A few weeks ago, a friend posted on Facebook that he and his relatives couldn’t use their season tickets for a Yankees game and were looking for someone to take all three seats. I got my brother and friend to go along–my friend and I had been talking about going to a Yankees game for …
Sex in the Museum
A tour of New York’s Museum of Sex, which is quite possibly the least sexy museum I’ve ever visited.
New York at Night
A view of New York at night from the balcony at the Andaz Hotel during a No Kid Hungry event at the Manhattan Cocktail Classic.
Industry Invitational Highlights 2013
Highlights from the 2013 Industry Invitational at the Manhattan Cocktail Classic held at the Andaz Hotel. Tasting new spirits and unique cocktails.
Train Travel Adventures
I’ve taken quite a few trains around the world. Unfortunately, trains in the US lag behind those of other countries in terms of convenience and cost.
Oktoberfest in Chelsea
Thanks to a deal from Thrillist, my friends and I attended an Oktoberfest event at La.venue near Chelsea a few weekends ago (this post was delayed because of the hurricane and other things). I showed up a bit earlier than my friends and ended up standing in line longer than expected as the event started …
Surviving Hurricane Sandy in Jersey City
How I survived Hurricane Sandy and the aftermath of the damage in Jersey City, New Jersey.
In the Summer Streets
August 4th marked the beginning of New York City’s summer streets. Every Saturday during August, the city closes the streets between Foley Square by the Brooklyn Bridge and Park Ave. and 72nd St., which runs right into Central Park. Last year was my first time taking part in the ride, just shortly after purchasing my …