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Greeks in Manhattan

By on May 15, 2019 in New York Travel with 0 Comments
Greeks in Manhattan

“I find the family the most mysterious and fascinating institution in the world.” – Amos Oz When one of my nieces, Elpida and her boyfriend, Ody, visited the United States from Athens, Greece, we hoped to connect while they were in New York City. Luckily, we happened to be there at the same time. We […]

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Good Eats in Koreatown, New York City

By on February 3, 2018 in Dining, New York Travel with 1 Comment
Good Eats in Koreatown, New York City

“One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.” When I traveled to Vietnam, one of my flights was on a Korean airline, which served Korean food. I had never really eaten Korean food before, and airplane food is usually lacking. However, the spices they served us burst with flavor, […]

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24 Hours in New York City

By on November 24, 2017 in New York Travel with 3 Comments
24 Hours in New York City

“One belongs to New York instantly; one belongs to it as much in five minutes as in five days.” – Tom Wolfe When my sister, Dina, and niece, Joanna, visited from Greece, I asked if they wanted to go to New York City. Of course, they did. I used points to book a Hilton property close to […]

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NY: Le Jardin Du Roi, a Clinton Favorite

By on July 28, 2014 in Dining, New York Travel with 7 Comments
NY: Le Jardin Du Roi, a Clinton Favorite

“A recipe has no soul. You as the cook must bring soul to the recipe.” – Thomas Keller After my training in New York City, I ventured to the suburbs to visit my friend, Erin, and her family. One night, Erin and I hit a French restaurant in a neighboring town, Chappaqua. The Clintons often frequent the place […]

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NYC: 9/11 Memorial… Never Forget

By on July 21, 2014 in New York Travel with 16 Comments
NYC: 9/11 Memorial… Never Forget

“After the 9/11 apocalypse happened in New York City, people, particularly New Yorkers, who breathed in the ash, or saw the results of that, have a tendency to keep seeing echoes and having flashbacks to it.” – Stephen King Reflection Where were you on September 11th? What daggers shot through your body when you saw […]

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NYC: The Sketchy Subway

By on June 16, 2014 in New York Travel with 7 Comments
NYC: The Sketchy Subway

“No place epitomizes the American experience and the American spirit more than New York City.” – Michael Bloomberg I love New York City. The vibe. The people. They are passionate and driven. They are intelligent and educated, making stimulating conversation abundant. They can be kind, aloof, or crazy, but they are honest. I have often […]

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NYC: Eataly, an Italian Dream

By on June 15, 2014 in Dining, New York Travel with 8 Comments
NYC: Eataly, an Italian Dream

“I love places that have an incredible history. I love the Italian way of life, I love the food, I love the people, I love the attitudes of Italians.” – Sir Elton John When I was a junior at Syracuse University, I spent a semester abroad in Florence, Italy. I loved everything about the experience […]

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NYC: Fun Times at Whiskey Park

By on June 10, 2014 in New York Travel with 7 Comments
NYC: Fun Times at Whiskey Park

“A friend is someone who gives you total freedom to be yourself.” – Jim Morrison After I finished an amazing dinner at Asiate, my friend, Liz, met me at the Mandarin Oriental. Liz and I became friends my freshman year of college at Syracuse University. Although our paths had not crossed physically over the last few decades, […]

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NYC: Asiate, a Restaurant with a Spectacular View

By on June 8, 2014 in Dining, New York Travel with 12 Comments
NYC: Asiate, a Restaurant with a Spectacular View

“The city seen for the first time, in its first wild promise of all the mystery and beauty in the world.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald In April, my friend, Leann, sent me an article, 35 Most Amazing Restaurants With A View. I love to travel, and every single place on the list looked absolutely amazing. Of […]

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NYC: Inside Park at St. Bart’s

By on May 26, 2014 in Dining, New York Travel with 9 Comments
NYC: Inside Park at St. Bart’s

“For me, New York is comfortable, not strange.” – Karl Lagerfeld I love to travel. I love to explore. I fly alone a lot, but oftentimes I meet up with friends and family. I enjoy experiencing new places by myself, as well as with others. I am comfortable in my own skin. However, we all […]

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