Currently installed at Chelsea Market-a dense array of Christmas lights.
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sweet creation: very berry cherry ice cream
Second ice cream made was a berry mix ice cream. Yum yum.
Ingredients: heavy cream, whole milk, cherries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, vanilla, sugar
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sweet creation: red bean ice cream
First attempt at making red bean ice cream was a success! Just got an ice cream maker and ready to create some delicious frosty treats. One of my next goals will be lychee ice cream. Can't wait!
Ingredients: heavy cream, whole milk, cooked Asian red beans, vanilla, sugar
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metropol parasol_j mayer h
Latticed, timber canopy as part of the Redevelopment of the Plaza de la Encarnacíon in Seville, Spain. Houses farmer's market, bars & restaurants, archaeological museum, etc.
So many of my loves in one: Spain, public spaces, timber construction...
(images from dezeen)
lychee bubble tea
I think I've just found my dream drink. Lychee bubble tea made with fresh lychee fruit mixed in all about. They did not skimp at all!! Not just flavored juice with tapioca balls! Too bad I can only find this in Sacramento, CA. NYC get going on this!
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red rabbit
One pill makes you larger, one pill makes you small...
One large red rabbit installation suspended in the new Terminal B at the Sacramento Airport. Can I take it home with me? Love the facets.
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sparkly roots
If only all roots sparkled like these!
This art piece reminds me of the one suspended above the Grand Central Market entry. This one lives in the new Terminal B at the Sacramento Airport.
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stairway to...
So yellow! Stumbled upon this at Van Alen Books when walking around the city.
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waffles & dinges
An oh so delicious snack from the Waffles and Dinges food carts around the city. As seen on Bobby Flay's Throwdown on the Food Network as well.
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cheese blintzes_sarabeth's
Recently tried brunch at Sarabeth's in the Upper West Side and it was spectacular. Passed by this place many times, but never took the time to stop. It is well worth several return visits. I had the cheese blintzes which were little pillows of sweet goodness topped with I want to say sour cream and apple sauce with strawberries. I fell in love with their homemade English muffins. It's a must try. Not your ordinary Thomas' English muffin style everyone serves! Comes with their signature preserves.
Sarabeth's - West 423 Amsterdam Ave New York, NY 10024
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la frileuse
"Winter" by Jean-Antoine Houdin. Bronze Cast.
On show at the Met.
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figurengruppe
"Figurengruppe" (Group of Figures) by German artist Katharina Fritsch on display in the MOMA garden now.
9 life-size sculptures including St. Michael, a Madonna, a giant, a set skeleton feet bones, angel, and a snake
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wine & roses
Tried this place out last week. Relaxing way to pass the time during a lazy afternoon. Outdoor space and beautiful weather was definitely a plus.
Wine & Roses 286 Columbus Ave New York, NY 10023
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mermaid inn
Mermaid Inn is the best! $1 oysters during Happy Hour is the best treat with a glass of wine and some fries. Just tried their Lobster Mac & Cheese tonight. Seafood and comfort food hit the spot tonight. They have a couple locations around Manhattan and the happy hour special is everyday from 5pm-7pm.
Also love the Fortune Teller Miracle Fish you get with your check! Haven't see one in ages.
Mermaid Inn 568 Amsterdam Ave New York, NY 10024
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echo_jaume plensa
"Echo" by Jaume Plensa in Madison Square Park. Sculpture of a girl's head. No your eyes are not playing tricks on you. The image is not distorted. Very cool sculpture.
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the shack
Fair shake & shack burger via shake shack. It makes my tummy happy & makes laundry go by much faster :).
fountain
Fountain @ Lincoln Center. Cool and refreshing to lie next to it this last saturday. Beautiful weekend...
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a salt & battery: fish & chips
I love love love fish and chips. Finally stopped in and ate at this tasty place I always pass by when i'm in the area. Love the name - "A Salt & Battery". Tried the Sea Bass and Sole (with chips of course!). Everything was delish and perfect! I will definitely be going back. If you love fish and chips, check this place out. Fun sightings: Ballot from Bobby's Flay's Throwdown on the Food Network on the wall and a poster for deep fried Cadbury Eggs for Easter weekend. (Melissa, you are probably the only one I know who might be willing to try those deep friend Cadbury eggs. I know how much you love Cadbury eggs!!)
A Salt & Battery
112 Greenwich Ave (between 12th St & Jane St) New York, NY 10011 (212) 691-2713(images by: vivien chin)
subway view: poetry
Seen while getting off on the uptown platform on the NQRW.
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penthouse theatre view: glowing esb
The view behind me as I watched the play, The Boys in the Band, whose stage was built in a penthouse loft located in Chelsea. Beautiful night!
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