I was Scolded by a Celebrity Nun (and Brought Home Delicious Cheese)
I’m not sure I’ve ever been more mortified than that time I was scolded by nun. I didn’t mean to enter the monastic enclosure (not that I even knew what …
N. America
Cherry Blossoms at Peak Bloom in Washington DC
I am absolutely fascinated by cherry blossoms, those pink-white flowers from the Japanese cherry tree (also called Sakura). For one, I love everything from Japan, one of my favorite countries …
Memories from Miami Weekends: Sunshine and Cuban Sandwiches
Every time I go to Miami, I mean to find a souvenir. But when I visit this tropical city, its white sand beaches, crimson sunsets and electric vibe all seduce …
My Hoboken: Finding Sinatra and the last of Italian American Culture
Sinatra’s Hoboken, My Hoboken Cynics be damned, I love the music of Frank Sinatra. Play me a song and I’ll start swaying, lost in Sinatra’s world of eternal optimism, where …
My Favorite NYC Bagels (and Why You Shouldn’t Fall for the Birthday Cake Bagel)
New York City bagels– sure you’ve heard that they’re “the best” and may have even planned to try one on your visit to the city. But really, how good are …
Sugar Hill Market: Harlem’s Best Artisan Market, a Photo Tour
With so many great flea and artisan markets in New York City, it can be hard to decide which one to browse on a lazy Sunday. For a more intimate …