Food
Momofuku Noodle Bar – The Original
Restauranteur David Chang may have a restaurant empire now, but there is little substitution for this OG ramen shop with the best pork buns around.
Travel
Summer in the City
When the sun reigns supreme In the city of king beings The streets come alive With workers out by five Outdoor dining and drinking Whether on rooftops or streets, as if time is a fleeting It’s rosé all day From Saturday to Sunday, that’s all you may say From Read more
Essays My Writing
Urban Male – Creams and Colognes
As an urban male, you have to look good. If you are a guy who lives, works, and plays in a city, you need to take care of yourself. Otherwise, nobody will take you seriously, whether that’s at the office, at a bar or restaurant, or most importantly – at Read more
Book Reviews My Writing
My First Audiobook – Manhattan Beach
I have forever been a hard copy reader. Most of the news I consume is from paper newspapers. Rarely will I read an iBook or any other electronic novel. I disdain reading documents on the computer at work and instead print out anything longer than a few paragraphs. Many of Read more
Food
NYC Cold Weather Ramen – Ivan Ramen
You have probably seen him on Netflix’s Chef’s Table. Ivan Ramen lived up to the hype in the bitter cold that has plagued New York City and much of the northeast during the past few months. When Chef’s Table showcased this restaurant in my home city, it was a no Read more
Travel
Ten Must Do Winter Activities in Manhattan
While some may not equate cold weather with liveliness and vitality, Manhattan arguably springs to life most during the winter holiday season. There are a number of festive activities to enjoy across the five boroughs, but below are some of the best. Merry Christmas! Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree A New Read more
Essays My Writing
Michelangelo at the Met
From now until February 12, 2018, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City is showcasing a fascinating exhibit on Michelangelo. The exhibit highlights his mastery of drawing, design, sculptures, painting, and architecture. The stencil drawings were some of my favorite. Note his deep understanding of the human body. Read more
Essays My Writing
2015: The Year of the Goose
Canada Goose. If you have not heard of this company, well, you should have because 2015 is the year of the goose. Yes, Kate Upton adorned one of their coats back in February 2013, but this year it will go full mainstream. Already considered a cult by some, especially those in Read more
Essays My Writing
A Tale of Two Avenues
The rain came down in droves. I took a right from 38th street onto Park Avenue, one of the most spectacular streets I have ever seen in my life. Grander in my opinion than many other famous stretches of road, including France’s beloved Champs-Elysees. The old Pan Am building, currently known Read more