A significant amount of emotion can come into play for anyone when they are traveling. It can hit you when you least expect it, and it’s these sorts of moments that carries with you for the rest of your life. The city of Providence, Rhode Island changed my world long before I started traveling to it for journalism purposes, and it took me almost fifteen years after I made my first trip there to truly realize the impact this area has had on my personal world. [Read more…] about Travel Idea: How the City of Providence, Rhode Island Changed My Life
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7 Fabulous Spots to Hit Up in and Around NYC for Labor Day Weekend!
Labor Day weekend has arrived… unless you unfortunately have to work today (womp womp). Thousands of Manhattanites tend to depart The Big Apple during this time as it officially marks the end of summer and they would prefer to be elsewhere than here. Why not stick around though and see what some fabulous spots have in store for the extended time off? [Read more…] about 7 Fabulous Spots to Hit Up in and Around NYC for Labor Day Weekend!
Mile End Deli in NoHo Packs so Much Flavor in Everything You Eat
The NYC institutions known as delicatessens (or delis, for sure) are becoming a rare breed nowadays. Several legendary locations in our area are closing or have closed to make way for something trendy and boring. One particular spot: Mile End Deli in NoHo, is a hopeful example that spots like these can not only stay open but thrive in this economy as everything I sank my mouth into when I visited was out of this world delicious. [Read more…] about Mile End Deli in NoHo Packs so Much Flavor in Everything You Eat
Randall’s Barbecue Gets Comfortable with its Neighbors in the Lower East Side
Entering Randall’s Barbecue for its press preview last week felt like walking into a cool, older family friend’s refinished basement from the ‘70s—if that friend also happened to be extremely skilled at smoking meat. New arrivals were greeted with wine and mixed drinks (I grabbed The Randall, a mescal, lime, and birch beer mix with Randall’s rib rub covering the rim) to carry through the congenial bustle of strangers grabbing ribs off each other’s plates and pointing out especially tasty dishes to try (as it turns out, all of them). [Read more…] about Randall’s Barbecue Gets Comfortable with its Neighbors in the Lower East Side
Yum, Yummy, Yummier: Celebrate National Waffle Day at Clinton Hall!
Friday, August 24th is officially National Waffle Day! Locally-loved brewpub, Clinton Hall, known for their creative comfort food and photo worthy creations, is celebrating this delicious holiday with their fan favorite over-the-top WTF Waffles. [Read more…] about Yum, Yummy, Yummier: Celebrate National Waffle Day at Clinton Hall!
Travel Idea: 5 Great Reasons to Visit New Haven, Connecticut
New Haven, Connecticut is a fabulous place for Manhattanites to visit this summer and beyond. From the sandy beaches to the delicious cuisine and imaginative art, this area provides so many reasons to visit that it’s hard to think of just one! So we came up with five great ones that will hopefully get you thinking about heading up there shortly. [Read more…] about Travel Idea: 5 Great Reasons to Visit New Haven, Connecticut
Checking In? Here’s Why Grand Hyatt New York is a Great Place to Stay
Grand Central is easily one of the most visited parts of New York City. This hustling and bustling area is constantly swarmed with tons of people who want to take in all the beauty and architecture that surrounds it. So why not stay at a place located right in the middle of all the action? The Grand Hyatt New York, located on E. 42nd Street between Park and Lexington Avenue, should be that one place you check into for all the action in this fun part of town. [Read more…] about Checking In? Here’s Why Grand Hyatt New York is a Great Place to Stay
Come Celebrate Restaurant Week with Left Bank in the West Village
If you’re a food lover and live in New York City then this must be your favorite time of year… Restaurant Week! This is the best time to restaurant hop to some of your favorite eateries or try some new ones that are on your dining bucket list. One in particular that is a must-try happens to be Left Bank, located in the West Village. [Read more…] about Come Celebrate Restaurant Week with Left Bank in the West Village
Raise New York in Kips Bay is Delicious Food with a Purpose
Trendy sports bar Raise New York, located in Kips Bay at 3rd avenue between 29th and 30th street, has some great for you to devour, a fun atmosphere and something truly sweet that will give you a heartwarming reason to go there outside of a usual restaurant trip. [Read more…] about Raise New York in Kips Bay is Delicious Food with a Purpose
What a Workout! Introducing Crunch Fitness’ New SweatShed
For the past few months, I’ve been seeing signs for “The SweatShed” at Crunch Fitness with an invitation to sign up for their classes there. I will admit, I was curious, but I figured I’d started a new workout routine and I was doing well with that, and things were fine. [Read more…] about What a Workout! Introducing Crunch Fitness’ New SweatShed