When in New York City, the artistically-inclined is obliged to make an appearance at The Museum of Modern Art. Once the hunger for aesthetics is satisfied, however, even the most earnest of devotees will find themselves too tired to walk anywhere for lunch. Across the street, Il Gattopardo beckons. One needs but to cross 54th [...]
The once-sleepy fishing village of Jose Ignacio, Uruguay has transformed itself into the hottest beach-chic destination in Latin America. The jet-set come from the world over, to see and be seen. With its more mature, flashier older sister, Punta del Este, looking more and more like Miami these days, wealthy Uruguayans, Argentines and Brazilians have [...]
There is a perfect little espresso bar in midtown Manhattan, right on 6th Avenue just below Central Park – one of those New York gems that hide in plain sight. Its name is Zibetto and it is pristine. Spanning a single, long lane of shop, with gleaming marble countertops on either side. One below a [...]
From time to time your Correspondent needs to visit Los Angeles. It’s an easy trip with generally pleasant weather and lots of places to see and be seen…. it’s all so glossy. Not so easy, in your Correspondent’s opinion, is to find a place with some soul, much less one that puts some soul into [...]
Your Correspondent is proud to say that he was born in New York City. But to leave it at that would be misleading. For although he was born in Manhattan, he is, in truth, a might-as-well-be stranger to the city, having been whisked away from the island at the tender age of five, and relocated [...]
Eating at a resort can be lovely. Eating greasy Mexican food at a resort for 5 days straight is less than thrilling. When in Cabo, hop in your rental car (or a well-directed taxi) and head to Flora’s Farms & Field Kitchen for breakfast, lunch, or dinner (or all three). The drive is somewhat convoluted [...]
Your Correspondent has provided many a coveted recommendation to clarify the somewhat byzantine London bar and restaurant scene and bring your attention to the crème de la crème. Your Correspondent might provide one or two more reviews for you but, really, what’s the point? He may have more suggestions than you have time in London. [...]
It’s rewarding to see good things happening to good people, particularly when these good people prevail in spite of harsh conditions. The harsh conditions for Charles Draghi and Joan Johnson, co-owners in the role of chef and hostess respectively of Erbaluce, located in Boston’s Bay Village neighborhood, were among the worst for businesses in general [...]
Pizza is a staple so ubiquitous it should never ever be made a destination unto itself. At least in this Correspondent’s mind. Therefore, the idea of venturing to a pizzeria should never be condoned, never mind encouraged. These beliefs notwithstanding, in the nary space of one month, I found myself at Pulino’s Bar & Pizzeria [...]
SPQR is well-known for its hearty Italian dinner menu. Few, however, know about its equally-satisfying brunch offerings. The restaurant is small, but exudes sophistication with its sleek minimalist décor. On a nice day, you can dine curbside and get in some good Pac Heights people-watching. The indoor tables and bar set-up are otherwise equally inviting [...]
