I practically grew to be an American in New York. Summers at Crown Heights, a Chassidic Day camp followed by many years of living in an infested room with cockroaches and then in cramped basement apartments while I attended high school. When I arrived in Brooklyn, just after my 19th Birthday, I was familiar with the area like the back of my hands. It was. both my past and my fresh start Once you are out of foster care. You can expect to be stronger and more resilient in the city, even as you try to live.
After trying for a while to establish myself as an automotive professional, I finally met my wonderful wife. Jodyann Morgan.
Our goal was to build our dream home in the Midwest and buy a house. When we left Brooklyn, we had almost nothing — a car packed with suitcases, boxes and a plastic container with our adopted tortoise. My trusty baby blue, which I used to be a travel columnist Monos suitcases We were accompanied by invitations and had access to a lot more than we could have imagined.
Our time spent in Manhattan was filled with the best of Manhattan’s finer amenities. We had a wonderful time. The past is not what this story is about. I could go on forever about the wonderful life that we experienced while there. It is possible to experience all the glamour, glitz, and excitement that NYC offers at any size.
Conrad New York Midtown is where I stayed
New Yorkers tend to avoid Midtown, but tourists are drawn to this brightly lit and chaotic area. You can stay in Midtown if you prefer. the Conrad This hotel is a luxurious and elegant home-base. The hotel is a glamorous place to be, made even more special by the outstanding customer service provided by all of the staff.
Our suite was large by NYC hotel standards. The entryway had the most massive gold-trimmed mirror that I’ve seen in any hotel room. Although the large windows allow for lots of natural sunlight into the room, the view from the windows is limited to the windows next door. The bed is made of crisp white linens and you can adjust the temperature with the controllable air conditioner. The best part is the amazing water pressure! The room is a great place to relax between adventure.
Quick Tip You can also stay downtown at Conard if Midtown is not your thing.
Benjamin Steakhouse Prime: Where to Eat
The Benjamin Steakhouse The old-school elegance is evident throughout the restaurant. Two former employees of Peter Luger named Benjamin founded the steakhouse. The restaurant is expectedly dim, luxurious and noisy. traditional steakhouse. A spacious dining area with high ceilings and white linen is the place to be. The tables are surrounded by armless, comfortable chairs. You can also enjoy the outdoor terrace.
The kitchen is also run by former 20-year Peter Luger veteran chef Arturo McLeod, who shines in areas where Peter Luger doesn’t quite excel (like sides and apps and seasoning…).
With this, we started our meal. oysters and lump crabIt came with all the trimmings. They were beautifully presented and delicious. Following it, we had steak for 2 perfect medium-rare, dry-aged porterhouse with a beautiful crust — pre-cut for easy eating. The asparagus was pan-fried, which is the way we prefer.
Also, there was a gooey, cheesy macaroni and cheese. They serve food family-style, and will refill your bowl as soon you are done. It was all perfect.
Vestry
Seafood My favorite fish has been salmon for decades. Fried, raw, grilled, baked — pretty much anything that has fish is my jam. You can also enjoy a delicious meal. Vestry It is an excellent place for all types of seafood. The selections they offer are vibrant, full of flavour and simply delicious.
It has been awarded a Michelin star. This is a great honor.
With floor to ceiling windows, the dining room has simple decor. It features round wooden tablecloths with elegant tableware and candles. This room is lively yet luxurious.
Vestry, Jodyann Morgan – Small plates
Begin your meal with a crusty piece of hot bread. miso butter They melt on contact. There are bites on the menu, including small and large plates as well as dessert.
A bigeye tuna tartare served with a fish-shaped potato chips creates an amazing presentation. textural experience. This was served along with other bites like a shitake handroll, koshi rice wrapped in a wasabi leaf and a shitake handroll.
Vestry also offers other options than the traditional menu. caviar service, which is simple — highlighting the flavor bomb that each little caviar pearl is — and served with crème fraîche and potato blini. Small plates we tried included a melt-in-your-mouth Cchūtoro with yuzu, fresh wasabi and watermelon radish.
Vestry has desserts of a high standard, which is something that not all great restaurants can boast. You should definitely order the chocolate tart made with passionfruit and cacao nibs.
Our main course featured the only meat on the menu, wagyu beef with Trumpet Royale mushrooms, potato purée and a miso-mustard, which was just as expertly prepared as the rest of the menu.
Vestry, unlike other restaurants that offer desserts of comparable quality, is a great place to have them. Make sure to save room for dessert! chocolate tart With cacao nibs and passionfruit.
Yoon Haeundae Galbi
Korean barbecue restaurant Yoon Haeundae Galbi Bobby Yoon founded the restaurant. He is the great-grandson of the Korean chef, who invented the Haeundae Cut to tenderize meat. This technique can be found on the all-grilled short ribs. They used to cook meat on charcoal at his grandfather’s Korean restaurant. NYC regulations do not allow this so a gas grill is used.
The website says that their NYC restaurant is “a contemporary recreation” of Busan’s restaurant. Yoon Haeundae Galbi’s traditional roots are still intact.
The restaurant — with its wood- and stone-accented walls and high ceilings — is visually stunning.
The prime meat package included two types of short ribs and brisket, as well as a dry-aged, aged ribeye. banchanSide dishes that can be enjoyed with your meat. We watched as the meat was carefully cooked on the table, to ensure that it didn’t get overcooked or mistreated. The feast was completed with grilled meat and potato noodles, which were cooked over the fire with some leftover fat and a bit of broth. Dessert was a refreshing Asian pear sorbet with cinnamon date punch — the perfect light end to a sensational meal.
Pure Grit BBQ
Pure Grit, a fast-casual eatery that offers barbecue and other cuisines is the perfect place to grab a quick meal. The newly opened restaurant is located just blocks away from Madison Square Park, just outside Baruch College. It offers a complete vegan menu and gluten-free options.
It’s not me vegan While I have my own ideas of great barbecue and may not be the most knowledgeable, I was able to fall in love their “chicken sandwich”, made with Daring plant based chicken. It is served open-faced with a side salad. crunchy corn-based waffle. This was served with pickled red onions, pickle slices, and coleslaw before being topped off with hot maple syrup. ranch dressing.
Things to Do: Burlesque Show By Company XIV
Do you feel smug and spoiled? Buy tickets Company XIV’s burlesque show. This venue, with its incense-scented scent and dimly lit interior, is in Brooklyn’s Bushwick neighbourhood. It is easy to reach by train from all areas of the city. You’ll be greeted by members of the company in full costume, so once you walk through the door, it feels like you’ve been transported to another — more sensual and mysterious — world.
It lasted two hours with many intermissions. Over that time, a carefully-constructed story was told through jaw-dropping aerial acts and different styles of dance. You won’t soon forget this immersive experience.
The Squish Factor: Morgan and me found that the couch, intended for two people, was too small to comfortably fit us both (Morgan is a US size 18, while I’m a 24-ish). It was possible to work it out, although it was uncomfortable.
Ephemeral tattoo
If you aren’t already a fan of tattoos, getting one can make a huge difference in your life. It is possible to get a tattoo at Ephemeral TattooThanks to an ink that creates very temporary, yet real tattoos, which can disappear in 9 to 15 months, this decision was easy. So I had quite a few tattoos. I decided to have one of my favorite tattoos: a dolphin leaping above my belly button.
Getting a tattoo at Ephemeral (Jodyann Morgan)Although tattooing is almost the same process, traditional shading is not an option. Ephemeral instead uses a dotting method to achieve a shading effect. It was a wonderful experience and I will definitely be back to get a traditional tattoo. If you want a temporary tattoo while you are in New York City, you should sign up for the waiting list early to ensure you don’t miss a slot.
The Squish Factor I can assure you, if you are worried about getting your belly tattoo. Nearly painless was the tattooing process. My arms, shoulder, and shin were all tattooed. My “fat stomach” tattoo was one of the most painless and easy tattoos I have ever received.
Adriana Hollow Tattoo
Adriana Hollow Tattoo offers highly accurate, vivid color work and detailed tattoos. Adriana Hollow Tattoo has been my tattoo artist for more than 6 years. She is the one responsible for my large forearm tattoo.
Adriana, a queer tattoo artist, is an active ally for fat people. It is her passion to help others feel beautiful, and give them back their bodies after trauma. This is why scar covers are a favorite pastime. Adriana is very busy because her work is loved. Book an appointment if you are interested. follow her on Instagram For notifications about when her books will open, usually in March or September.
The Squish Factor Adriana gets tattooed in a studio which requires her to walk up the steps. This studio isn’t accessible for you? Contact her to find out if she has another option available.
Greenwich Village Food Tour
Do you mind if I confess something to get my foodie card revoked. It’s not something I like. pizzaThere are very few exceptions to this rule. While taking the test, I discovered one exception. Greenwich Village Food Tour From The Tour Guys. The Tour Guys made it simple. Bleecker Street Pizza That was just perfect. This is why I love food tours.
You’ll get more than pizza on this tour. A naan taco (or taco) will be served, stuffed with any protein you choose. paneer tikka masala Salmon pakora and lamb curry. It’s possible to customize your macaroni, cheese, and other foods. cannoli. Tour guides combine the food of the day and the history of the area, stopping at stops to tell the stories of other places. This tour is more relaxed than others and covers a shorter distance.
