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Le Parisien in Manhattan

A dinner to celebrate an important birthday. Here’s Boo, with wine. The restaurant, Le Parisien, is a favorite of Boo’s. Classic French food and a lively atmosphere. Sorry, no food photos this time around. But it was delicious! Happy birthday […]

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Lunch and Window Shopping in Warwick

After our visit to Emmerich Tree Farm to cut down our tree, we poked around Warwick for a little while, and had a bite to eat. Here’s a cute coffee shop and cafe called Caffe a la Mode: Was thinking […]

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Dinner and a Show

Sam and I went to see “A Christmas Carol” on Broadway (two thumbs up!). But first, a little dinner at Saju Bistro. My great new look: readers over glasses. Should have got progressives. A burger for her: Bouillabaisse for me. […]

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The Modern in Manhattan

A lovely lunch at The Modern. Yes, cocktails at lunch. This is the Empire Sour with Empire Rye Blend, Lemon, Egg White, Finger Lakes Cabernet Franc. Belgian Endive Salad with Meyer Lemon and Spiced Candied Peanuts. Charred Avocado Peekytoe Crab […]

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A Visit to MoMA

With Sarah, a visit to see the new MoMa, which underwent renovations for a big expansion. Some people crawling on the floor for this exhibition in the second floor space: Starry Night, of course. Some Picasso. A new one for […]

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Eugene’s Diner in Port Chester

David DiBari, my friend and one of the most innovative and creative chefs in Westchester, earned a coveted Bib Gourmand from the first Michelin Guide to cover Westchester for Eugene’s Diner. (He earned one for another Westchester restaurant, too: The […]

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Bar Louis in Milford

We brunched at a fine little restaurant in the basement of the Hotel Fauchere in Milford, Pennsylvania. The hotel, as the photos on the walls in the stairwells attest, has has many famous guests and visitors. Back in the 1840s, […]

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An Afternoon in Narrowsburg

After a delicious lunch at The Heron, we retrieved Lewis from the car and did a little walking and window shopping in Narrowsburg. It’s a teeny little town right on the Delaware River. There are a number of sophisticated shops […]

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The Heron in Narrowsburg

Pimento cheese. Buttermilk fried chicken. And yet, a classic Reuben! The Heron, an adorable little restaurant in an adorable little town, brings together Southern and classic cuisine, and does so with a creative, farm-to-table bent. Shirley Temples are served in […]

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Hudson House in Nyack

A delightful meal at HH in Nyack. Here’s my squad: A lovely gnudi with short rib. Delicious! Mushroom soup. Also lovely. And an enormous pork chop, which we shared. All super. The 411 on Hudson House. Related posts: Easter Brunch […]

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Big Apple Circus

The family enjoyed, for the second time, a fantastic performance of the Big Apple Circus. The acts really are jaw-dropping. The VIP lounge is worth it. A nice place to relax before and between acts. Drinks, too! So cool! Afterwards, […]

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Nyack’s Halloween Parade

Just a few photos, this year, of one of the annual events that make living here so much fun. Related posts: Halloween Parade Nyack Halloween Parade Our Little Monkey Heads to the Halloween Parade Halloween Parade in Nyack

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Trunk or Treat

Trunk or treat at Upper Nyack Elementary. Sam is a cat! Related posts: Trunk or Treat! Trunk or Treat Trick or Treat! Happy Hallowen! Trick or Treat!

garden, shopping

The Farm Gets a New Chair

Greg has been thinking about this Loll Adirondack chair for a while, and one came up at the most recent employee sale. It’s a nice addition to the patio! Related posts: Stargazing at the Farm The Farm Gets New Chairs […]

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Oysters at Saltaire

Honestly. This used to be a food blog. Now it’s just a diary. So here are some oysters I had at Saltaire on Sept. 20, 2019. OK? That’s it. Related posts: Maine Oysters and PEI Mussels at Flex Mussels on […]

Work

Yankees v. Angels

A fun outing with work friends, visiting from Virginia. Typical journalists: everyone is on a phone. Yankee Stadium. Candace with the big finger! Josh, Hollis and Amalie. Ed, Marible, Dave, Elyse, Candace, Alesha and Dan. Fun times! Related posts: Craft […]

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Tarry Lodge in Port Chester

Tarry Lodge in Port Chester, one of the best Italian restaurants around, is closing for renovations. So we had to get over there for a meal before it closed. So glad we did. Carbonara was so rich and delicious. A […]

travel

Amagansett: Saturday at the Beach

A rainy day. So we set about a puzzle, go out to lunch, have cocktails and, in the end, go crazy with a Dance Party USA. That’s how you do rainy at the beach. Blue margaritas. This was a lobster […]

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Amagansett: Sunday at the Beach

Just a few photos of the gorgeous beach day we had Sunday at Ocean Colony. So happy! Good morning! The convenient unit we had over the summer, right by the beach.a All the essentials: Euchre, a puzzle, Scrabble and Vrac. […]

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Amagansett: A Girls’ Weekend

A weekend at the beach with the girls. We get started with a trip out along the LIE, and end with wine on the beach. Ya-PHANK? The Deuce. A nice unit! The beach. The girls! Cocktailing. Sunset. Too many phones. […]

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Ladies Night at Oratamin

It was an early night for me this year, but another great set-up for one of my favorite nights of summer. Related posts: Ladies Night at Oratamin Ladies Night at Oratamin Friday Night at the Farm: Frittata, Blue on Blue […]

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Flora Bar in Manhattan

One of our favorite spots on the Upper East. Seriously, Flora Bar does not disappoint. Foie gras terrine. Just divine. The purple endive salad. It’s a classic, already, and is lovely. Tuna, with, I believe (it’s been a while) Romesco […]

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Brunch at Hudson House

A nice walk with Lewis downtown, with a stop for brunch at HH! Crabcake: Cobb salad: And a burger, of course. Fun drawing, too. Related posts: Dinner at Hudson House in Nyack To Hudson House, for Happy Hour Sunday Brunch […]

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Dinner at Oratamin

A day of fun in the sun. On our way to O Club! Relaxing by the pool. Dinner with Joe and Suzie! Grilled swordfish! Related posts: Oratamin Supper Oratamin Winter Social Ladies Night at Oratamin Oratamin Winter Social

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Holy Roller in Austin

Laid-back vibe, 70s decor, great food. What’s not to like? Oh, and add the fact that the restaurant is run by women, and you’ve got yourself a real winner. On the website, they say they are “inspired by the spirit […]

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Easy Tiger in Austin

We lunched at adorable cafe-bakery-coffee-craft beer combo, complete with a beer garden and games, like foozball and Uno. Hello, cousins! Fabulous bratwurst with homemade sauerkraut. Delicious. Sam had — wait for it — a pretzel. At least she was finally […]

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Budha in Rye Brook

After a long day of meetings, a fun time with work friends. The first time I’ve been to the hibachi side of Buddha. It’s quite a show! Related posts: Fortina in Rye Brook The Les Paul Trio at The Iridium […]