Archive for July, 2012

Jul
31
2012

Employees Only (West Village)

  A couple of Saturdays ago, Traci and I went to Employees Only to catch up over dinner and drinks. I suggested the restaurant because I was in the mood for tasty cocktails, a nice meal and the option... Read more
Jul
25
2012

Jane Restaurant (Village)

  On Sunday, I met Arienne and Michelle for what was supposed to be a 1:15 brunch at Jane Restaurant in the Village. There was a wait outside so we didn’t get seated until about 1:45. This was my... Read more
Jul
21
2012

On Center Court

  “Nike or Adidas?” “What happened to Lulu Lemon?” “They don’t have deep enough pockets. It’s either Nike or Adidas.” “I want Lulu Lemon.” My brother rolled his eyes. “What’s your second choice?” “You have to be reasonable, baby... Read more
Jul
20
2012

Candle 79 (Upper East Side)

  Karen W. was in town for work this week. We met up last night for dinner. It had been almost seven years since Karen and I last saw each other. She was single and living in Boston. She... Read more
Jul
14
2012

Cesca (Upper West Side)

  Cesca is a great restaurant in my neighborhood that I’ve gone to several times. It has a large dining room in the back, but I prefer the lounge area. It’s a great place to have dinner by yourself... Read more
Jul
14
2012

From Iran to America (non-fiction)

  I fell in love with America when I was seven. That’s when my cousins went to New Jersey for the summer and came back with all these cool treats. There was bubble gum, candy that popped in your... Read more
Jul
13
2012

Ca Va Todd English (Theater District)

  I hadn’t seen Rich since Halloween which was before he and Julie got pregnant. I also wanted him and Traci to meet. They work in the same field and who knows what collaborative opportunities may come up in... Read more
Jul
07
2012

Cook Out NYC (Governor’s Island)

  I was so excited to win two VIP tickets to Cook Out NYC from a Twitter contest Devour NYC hosted last week. I got to choose whether I wanted to go on Saturday or Sunday. I consulted Michelle, who was... Read more
Jul
06
2012

The Leap

  Tan was savoring her smoked octopus, dipping each bite in the rich date and green olive puree. “That must be some tasty dish,” the man two seats away from her commented in a British accent. Tan looked over,... Read more
Jul
06
2012

Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill (Columbus Circle)

  Michelle, Traci and I were craving a low key sushi dinner last Saturday so we met at Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill. The restaurant is inside the 6 Columbus Hotel. There is  a spacious bar area in... Read more