cute pet portraits and random cute plates

christmas lights

wagyu sando takeout (grab and go)

From the web: Filipino-Thai-accented SE Asian fare & specialty drinks served in modern, stylish digs with a patio.

From the web: Posh offshoot of the famous Parisian tearoom offering classic French pastries, and snacks.

From the web: Japanese-based retailer known for its collection of Asian books & magazines.

skating rink, hot chocolate, little stores

From the web: Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.

From the web: Late-keeping restaurant offering traditional Korean specialties & booze in smart surroundings.

Brunch with Nadine

From the web: Indoor marketplace renowned for its wide range of grocers (fish, produce, etc.), shops & eateries.

From the web: Historic Greenwich Village concrete-&-green park known for its stately arch & prime people watching.

From the web: Eatery by chef-brothers from Thailand for shareable Thai seafood plates with cocktails.

COVID PCR Test

From the web: Elegant in-store venue with a retro vibe serving organic coffee, baked goods & light breakfast fare.

From the web: Simple Italian outpost serving salads & homestyle pastas along with an extensive wine list.

From the web: Theatrical evocation of Paris featuring bistro food & high-energy atmospherics from a chic crowd.

lit up trees at night and decorations!

From the web: Longtime upscale bridal boutique and star of its own TV show, Say Yes to the Dress.

From the web: Fresh produce & locally sourced meats lead the list of ingredients at this popular American spot.

From the web: Tom Colicchio—backed bakery/cafe offering cakes, brownies & cookies, plus sweet & savory pastries.

From the web: A multi-level store highlighting unique, direct-to-consumer brands in wellness, home & design.

From the web: Historic, leafy park hosting a farmer's market plus live music & other eclectic events.

From the web: This smaller, historic urban greenspace features trees, walking paths, statues & a fountain.

From the web: Square pies named for streets in the neighborhood nourish & amuse at this NoLita pizzeria.

From the web: Coffee bar chain offering house-roasted direct-trade coffee, along with brewing gear & whole beans

line of lighted trees at the entrance for the holidays!

From the web: Easygoing hangout offering brunch staples, sandwiches & açaí bowls, plus coffee, cocktails & wine.

From the web: Set atop rail yards, Hudson Yards is altering the Hudson River skyline with its rising skyscrapers. Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards, a mega-mall, features restaurants from star chefs, such as David Chang and José Andrés, and is home to the city’s first Neiman Marcus. The towering sculpture, New York's Staircase (aka Vessel) and The Shed, an innovative visual and performing arts center, also command attention.

From the web: Popular park 30 feet above street level on an old rail line, with river & city views.

From the web: Rustic storefront showcasing classic French & American baked goods, plus soups, sandwiches & salads.

Dinner with Nadine

From the web: Intimate, by-appointment-only bridal salon featuring elegant designer wedding & evening gowns.

From the web: Quaint coffee bar popular for latte art and seasonal drinks, also offers pastries and sandwiches.

From the web: Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.

Lunch with Felicia

From the web: Tiny boutique in stylish digs offering rings, bracelets & other designer trinkets & unique gifts.

From the web: Stylish secondhand clothing store offering retro apparel & accessories for men & women.

From the web: Relaxed waterside restaurant specializing in oysters, frozen cocktails & locally sourced pub grub.

Dinner with Ksenia

ordered karaage and dan dan noodles

From the web: Fair-trade organic coffee, sandwiches & baked goods served in a laid-back setting.

ordered maitake mushroom ramen and family ramen (porchetta) and tuna yangpa che

in the edward hopper nighthawk painting building

walk along the water front (jersey city) and see the piers (swings on piers, tennis courts, basketball courts)west

lightshow on the building at night