As our current COVID-19 surge continues to worsen, it's interesting to see the different mitigation strategies begin to pop up. To date, most government-level actions are focused on masking. But, New York City is taking a firm stance on things. Taking a page from France's playbook, NYC is to require proof of vaccination for indoor dining. … [Read more...] about NYC to Require Proof of Vaccination for Indoor Dining
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Papaya King + Alaska Air EWR-SEA
Our last day in New York was a mad rush. There was much we wanted to do, but little time to do it all. So, after our early morning visit to Momofuku Milk Bar, we headed to Papaya King. … [Read more...] about Papaya King + Alaska Air EWR-SEA
Review: New York Sweets & Treats
Most of our Big Apple Adventure was free of junk food. Usually its because by the time we ate our amazing meals, we were too full or busy to get more food. But, during our final two days in The City, we made it a point to check out some New York Sweets. … [Read more...] about Review: New York Sweets & Treats
Review: Le Bernardin, a 3-Star Experience
Our trip to the Big Apple was all about the food for me. By this time, we've already had some GREAT meals at places like Noreetuh, Marea, and Sushi Nakazawa. But dinner at Le Bernardin was definitely the highlight of the trip for me. … [Read more...] about Review: Le Bernardin, a 3-Star Experience
Review: Chelsea Market New York
Our sixth day in The City was our final full day in New York. So this day would be about getting as much done as we could. And to start things off, we headed to Chelsea Market New York. … [Read more...] about Review: Chelsea Market New York
Review: My Belly’s Playlist (Renaissance Midtown Room Service)
I really try not to eat within the hotel at which I'm staying. Usually, but not always, hotel food isn't all that great. Even if it is good, it is often fairly generic. Room service is even worst, and also incredibly expensive. But sometimes, you just can't help it. And this time, a case of the late-night munchies caused me to try the Renaissance Midtown Room Service. … [Read more...] about Review: My Belly’s Playlist (Renaissance Midtown Room Service)
Review: Mentoku Ramen (New York)
Before we left Hawaii for New York, I learned of an interesting ramen shop thanks to Sun Noodle. It's name is Mentoku Ramen, and they're located in New York's theater district. Their claim to fame? Whipped cream ramen. … [Read more...] about Review: Mentoku Ramen (New York)
Big Apple Day 5: Artichoke Pizza & American Museum of Natural History
On our fifth day in The City, we spent the first half of the day down at the World Trade Center. From there, however, we decided to head back uptown to grab a bite to eat and use another CityPass pass. No, we didn't go to someplace fancy for lunch like we did on Day 2. Instead, we searched out some New York utility pizza a bunch of friends had mentioned to us: Artichoke … [Read more...] about Big Apple Day 5: Artichoke Pizza & American Museum of Natural History
Review: Ivan Ramen New York (Flagship Restaurant)
For those of you that don't know him, Ivan Orkin isn't your usual ramen master. A "Jewish kid from Long Island," Ivan is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. He learned how to make, and became famous for his Jewish influenced ramen in Japan. Fast forward a few years, and a couple Tokyo ramen shops later, Ivan returned to New York and opened his first U.S. shop, … [Read more...] about Review: Ivan Ramen New York (Flagship Restaurant)
Shake Shack New York: My Favorite Burger Joint
Who makes the best burger is a very touchy subject. I'd argue that discussions surrounding the subject matter can be even more intense than those concerning politics. And we all know how intense those discussions are now in the U.S. But, like many of that can appreciate a good burger, I keep a mental list of my favorites. Actually, I keep two mental lists, since it isn't … [Read more...] about Shake Shack New York: My Favorite Burger Joint