Harvesting Honey in New York City

One beekeeper told me the hive they were harvesting from would yield about 40 pounds of honey!  And that is after leaving more than half of the honey in the hives for the bees to and continue to add to for their winter stores.

Antigone in Harlem

CTH’s offering of ANTIGONE is inspired by the Paul Roche adaptation which accomplishes a fidelity to the original while giving CTH the flexibility to showcase ancient ideas that have taken center stage in the current climate: order, law, justice and marginalized voices confronting power and patriarchy. 

Fishing Tournament in Prospect Park

Announcing Panfish Pandemonium!!!  On August 4th, 2018 there will be a panfishing tournament help in Prospect Park in Brooklyn.  Registration starts at 1pm and the fishing competition runs from 2-6pm.  Entry fee is $5 and all skill levels are welcome.  

Things To Do In Domino Park

Domino Park, the former sugar factory has a new life as a stellar waterfront park that is perfect for individuals and families.

The park is located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn and is close to D.U.M.B.O.  So, what can you do in this park?

Sourdough Flatbread Pizza with Fresh Garden Sage

It’s possible to live in fast paced New York City but still have a taste of the slow life.  Two ways to do this are gardening and baking.  Both require time and patience but the rewards are worth the effort.  

Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough French Toast

Making sourdough bread in my apartment has become a weekly Sunday activity. I currently have a 2 year old wild yeast starter and a recipe I am comfortable using.

One Sunday I wanted to slightly change the game plan and make french toast using my sourdough. But what sounded even better was a cinnamon raisin sourdough that I would then turn into french toast.  Sounded like a winner…..and it was.

Should I Visit New York City in the Summer?

In one word; absolutely!  While New York City summers can be hot, humid and smelly (I am really selling you on this right now) there is a range of activities and you have the opportunity to take advantage of the long days to explore so many new neighborhoods.