If global travel doesn’t fit into your busy schedule these days, then take a few hours and head to the New Theater in Midtown to see Around the World in 80 Days. This play by Mark Brown is based on the 1873 classic novel by Jules Verne and directed by Rachel Klein. Five actors masterfully […]
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Sweet Greek Treats
Summer has begun (well, unofficially) and the warm weather evokes images of cool, silky ice cream and al fresco dining. Two places where I treated myself to dessert recently are Anopoli Ice Cream Parlor and Omonia Café. They may be polar opposites in terms of ambiance, but they share the common thread of great atmosphere […]
Brooklyn Summer Blast Off
For the past few years, we’ve opted to avoid the traffic and hassle of travel plans that go along with Memorial Day weekend and, instead, have chosen to stay local. We’ve found it’s a great weekend to explore the city on a slower pace, walk in to restaurants without reservations and explore uncharted territory with […]
Moms’ Ultimate Night Out 2013 Buzz
We had a fabulous time at the 4th annual Moms’ Ultimate Night Out – The Mommybites Summit 2013! Held at the iconic New Yorker Hotel, we sold out the day before with 400 registered moms, had over 80 vendors, delicious food, wine, an incredible keynote, prizes and fun. We had dozens of bloggers and media […]
See ‘Listen To Your Mother’ in NYC!
If you’ve ever been told to listen to your mother, now you have the perfect opportunity. The national reading series phenomenon “Listen To Your Mother” comes to New York City on Mother’s Day, Sunday May 12 at the Peter Norton Symphony Space. Showcasing moving, socially relevant and humorous stories about a range of modern mothering […]
A New Take on Old-World Italian Favorites
Traditional meets contemporary Italian cuisine at Fabbrica restaurant and bar in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Chef, Simone Bonelli, pairs his love for traditional Italian food with his passion for cooking and turns out contemporary cuisine that is worthy of Roman deities. The name, Fabbrica, means “factory” in Italian and pays tribute to Williamsburg’s history of being an […]
Wanda’s Monster, The Musical
This past weekend, my daughter and I headed to Theater 3 near Times Square to see Wanda’s Monster The Musical, based on Eileen Spinelli’s 2002 book. With music and lyrics by one of our favorites, Laurie Berkner, the show begins with Wanda’s hip Granny singing some catchy songs that have the audience wiggling excitedly in […]
Little Dancers Making a Big Difference
This past weekend my daughter hosted her very first fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House of NY. Her interest in the House began when she participated in the Fun Run in Kindergarten and she became committed, after having had the opportunity to tour the House. Her goal is to raise $12,775. This will cover a […]
Back and Forth Through Time on the Lower East Side
This past weekend, we headed down to the Lower East Side for an afternoon filled with history, fun and a deliciously messy meal! Our adventure began at the Tenement Museum on Orchard Street. This historical treasure trove of Old New York can only be enjoyed by guided tour. We chose the one most geared for […]
German Comfort Food
It may not seem like the typical St. Patrick’s Day dinner, but Schnitzel Haus German restaurant turned out to be just what I was craving. It was a typical St. Patrick’s Day this year – chilly – and a quiet one in Bay Ridge. The parade was held a week later, on an equally cold […]