Recently having had to cancel a much-anticipated trip to the New Orleans Jazz Festival, I was feeling a little bummed out. I had just envisioned myself, a nice bourbon on the rocks in hand, eyes closed, nodding along to the sweet sounds of the saxophones and trumpets, as the music flowed into my ears and through my brain, right down […]

Even though spring has just arrived, the annual SummerStage concert series has New Yorkers counting down till opening night. Celebrating the 30th anniversary, SummerStage has offered free concerts throughout all five boroughs with internationally known musicians. In honor of the milestone, this year’s series will be longer, starting on May 18th and running through October 4th, and will have over […]

Lounging and strolling through Central Park is a spring and summertime favorite pastime, but oftentimes you don’t want to settle down with a street dog. Keep your refreshing day going strong with a tasty reprieve inside Villagio on the Park. The spacious restaurant overlooks the park, with full-length window doors that open out onto the sidewalk, giving diners fresh air […]

The solstice this year fell on June 21st and I had the pleasure of attending a performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream in Central Park. What better way to spend the solstice in New York City? A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare is presented by the award-winning Boomerang Theatre Company and Artistic Director Tim Errickson.  It will have a […]

If you were blessed like I am, then you have a sister who is also great friend. And I believe a little friendly competition is healthy for a good friendship. My sister and I have a secret war on who would make a better New York City tour guide, with all our knowledge of restaurants, places to shop, and tourist attractions. And […]