There's a small farmers market a few blocks from the Gotham Den...I'm getting so spoiled with fresh peaches, Jersey tomatoes, New York blueberries, Read More
The living room – lower east side
Met an Aussie last week. She invited me to come to her first NYC performance which happened to be at the Googies Lounge above the Living Room, Read More
My reward for walking
Well after walking 80 blocks I was certainly deserving of a treat, so I stopped in a small bistro and had one of my favorite meals! A glass of Gruet Read More
Cathedral of Saint John the Divine
I'm referencing my book,The Best Things to do in New York City - 1001 Ideas, and found a gem right in my backyard. Well kinda...only 40 blocks to and Read More
recession?
Popped into the Apple store today. Another luxury...about a 15 minute walk from the Gotham Den. (Rumors have it that one is coming soon to the Upper Read More
music and lightning bugs in Central Park
My last venue of the evening takes me to SummerStage in Central Park. Internationally acclaimed for presenting world-renowned and emerging talent from Read More
The Paris Theatre
The first of the post-war movie houses constructed in Manhattan, the Paris Theatre opened in 1948 and is directly across from the Plaza Hotel and Read More
Fred Astaire West Side Studio
I had the wonderful opportunity to attend an event with my neighbor showcasing my landlord's dancing ability! And boy, can he dance! He's involved Read More
Diversity in the city
I love the diversity in this city. The photos speak for themselves. Read More
Afternoon pick-me-up
Hey, what better way to gain a little energy for the remainder of the day! An expresso and glass of Prosecco in the Village area! Life is good. Read More
More visitors to the Gotham Den!
Recall the wedding that I recently attended? Well the newlyweds made their way to the Gotham Den! I'm having to make room in my closet for all of Read More
Little Russia
Hop on the subway and within an hour you can be at the beach! Not your typical beach, but a community that has probably one of the largest Russian Read More












