Ah, the Dominican Republic. This wonderful island filled with bustling cities, laid back beach towns, and of course, beaches. If you’re planning your first trip there or just need some guidance, look no further! I love reading packing lists, and especially posts about ‘what’s in my bag!’ so wanted to share my tried and true… Read More Things I Always Pack for the Dominican Republic – and What I’d Never Bring
The last month of the year is always a bit hectic, but was also filled with lots of family, food and fun city happenings. Restaurants Some new highlights this month around the city. Cafe Ollin (East Harlem) – Our new favorite Mexican place in the neighborhood! This low-key and low-priced eatery is welcoming and delicious.… Read More Lens on December 2018
It was a busy month at work for me, but I still managed to enjoy lots of food, fun and even a trip out of the city (in addition to a family-filled Thanksgiving!) Restaurants A smattering of different cuisines this month, yum! Up Thai (Upper East Side) – delicious food in a nicely decorated setting… Read More Lens on November 2018
The fall seems to be a busy time for me at work – by the time I come home, I don’t want to get back on the computer to work on writing a blog post, hence this post about October midway through November! But this morning, I’m up early and here I am, writing away.… Read More Lens on October 2018
After many weeks of unbearably hot NYC weather in September complete with grime, sweat, and too-cool subways, it’s finally fall and boy does it feel like it. I’ve stocked up on pumpkin-flavored goodies from Trader Joe’s and have broken into my stash of cool-weather clothes that have been sitting for months in their plastic storage… Read More Lens on September 2018
With this month coming to a close, I feel the wings of fall beating around the corner! Fortunately it is still blazing hot so I don’t think summer is going to let go without a fight. This month felt busy and quiet at the same time. I was so glad to have a long holiday… Read More Lens on August 2018
I am a proud New Yorker, having lived here on and off (mostly on) since 2012. Ever since I was in high school, I wanted to live in Manhattan, and made countless trips on the Metro North to explore and get to know the city. I’ve lived in 4 neighborhoods, 2 boroughs, and am solidly… Read More Unique New York: My NY in 25
