5 Summer Must-Read Books

Now that summer has officially arrived and you’re ready to hit the beach with a good book, we bring you a list of five must-reads curated and described by Andrew Unger and Sophie Stewart of Book Court in Brooklyn.

Girl from “Down Under” Bringing Her Creative Talents to the Big Apple

By Nick Christophers To be born with a talent is one thing but to take it to the next level is another. Australian born, Melinda McCarthy has done that and more. Ever since being a small child she was always in the middle of a mini-project of her […]

Bicoastal Performer Building on Every Milestone

By Nick Christophers Sometimes you have to keep plugging away until your big break comes crashing in. This is exactly what Maryland native and current Los Angeles resident Lisa Panagos did. Lisa, coming from a multi-ethnic family (Greek / French) took a little from each of her parents and […]

Quality Cup of Coffee in Harlem

By Seth Fera-Schanes I have said it before and I will say it again; Harlem is happening.  If you are in the neighborhood and looking to get a little work done, grab some food or relax with a delicious cup of coffee then stop by Astor Row Cafe. […]

Goat Sloppy Joes With Hawaiian Sweet Rolls

I had been thinking about Sloppy Joes (which happens sometimes… or it might be milk shakes, fish tacos, or other food items that I just get a craving for.)

Not only did I want a Sloppy Joe, I wanted a Goat Sloppy Joe.  So what did I do?  I headed down to the Union Square Greenmarket on a Saturday and found the exact ingredient I was seeking.

Fashion In A Way We Have Never Seen It: Trashion Fashion

By Nick Christophers In every one of us there is an artist with a wild idea to explore. One such individual developed her idea into an interesting theme. Amy Merli brought together what would become known as “Trashion Fashion,” a different way of looking at trash. It may sound odd […]

George Washington’s New York: 5 Revolutionary Sites in Colonial New York

By Elissa Gilbert New York does a great celebration—think ticker-tape parades down Broadway for our winning sports teams. The Canyon of Heroes in lower Manhattan has been the scene of parades since just after the American Revolution. One of the first events celebrated downtown was Evacuation Day, when […]

Ramp Fritters and Pan Fried Rainbow Trout

By Seth Fera-Schanes Tis the season: Spring that is and fresh ingredients are in full supply.  Everything from pheasant, turkey and goose eggs at the local farmers markets to fresh NYC honey (yes, there are apiaries in the city!) It is also the much anticipated start to ramp […]

Absinthe Drink

By Seth Fera-Schanes Description: This drink arrives just in time for the Spring.  Add some fresh mint leaves from the garden and enjoy with a couple of your friends.  Enjoy! Cocktail by KJ Wiliiam’s, Head Bartender, Flatiron Lounge, NYC. Ingredients: 2 oz – Plymouth gin 3/4 oz – […]