The Elephant in the Room is a delightful new children’s picture book from New York City author and illustrator Anon. A. Mister. Standing on its own, The Elephant in the Room is an engaging children’s book, complete with a kid-friendly storyline and positive message. But The Elephant in the Room is so much more than […]
As we are coming off quarantine in New York City, I will be writing a series of posts focusing on exploring my home city (and finding local souvenirs of course!) To feel like you are on vacation right in the heart of Manhattan, you only need to hop a quick tram ride to Roosevelt Island. […]
Babka, I hear, has made a comeback, splattered all over Instagram with modern versions and recipes incorporating this traditional dessert. For those unfamiliar with this sweet treat, babka is a cross between a cake and a bread, with chocolate or cinnamon infused between flaky layers. As a staple at New York’s traditional Jewish bakeries, it […]
If you’ve been following my souvenir posts, you’ll know that most of my favorite New York City souvenirs are edible. Fortunately, several of my go-to spots are right in my neighborhood on the Upper East Side (check out William Greenberg, Two Little Red Hens and Pastrami Queen). Today I’m adding another to the list, Orwasher’s […]
Mother of Junk may not be Brooklyn’s best curated thrift shop or even the best priced. But if you’re looking for a fun, jumbled thrift shop to sift through, with plenty of offbeat items and WTF moments, then Mother Junk is for you. Mannequins held together with duct tape? Creepy dolls piled high? A wall […]
We recently visited Beacon, New York, on a day trip from New York City– in January, on a chilly winter day. Despite the cold, it was an amazing day, filled with art, chocolate and beer, with some aimless wandering thrown in. We explored local shops, snacked on blowtorched s’mores, and walked spirals through massive sculptures […]
