The Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings show at the Egg on Saturday was the final event of last weekend's grueling social schedule - and what a way to wrap things up! Again, I can claim only a cursory familiarity (thanks to WEXT, 97.7) with Jones and her music, but I do know that she … Continue reading Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings
Category: Albany
Cross country skiing at Capital Hills
I'm hesitating a little about writing this piece...you see, I am concerned about my little piece of heaven being overrun by enthusiastic but challenged skiers, thus making my own forays less idyllic. I'm basically a sharer, though, so here is a little secret for you: the best free, winter outdoor activity in the city of … Continue reading Cross country skiing at Capital Hills
Wine Fest
I can't imagine a better Friday in Albany than the one I had last week. It began with yoga @5:45 (yes, that is a.m.), lasted approximately 20 hours, and, start to finish, it was awesome. Photos below are from the 2nd Annual Albany Chefs' Wine and Dine for the Arts, which was held downtown at … Continue reading Wine Fest
(Post)Holiday Party at Cafe Capriccio
You remember how I said I was more than ready for the holidays to be over so I could have a little time to detox? Well, it hasn't occurred yet. Perhaps post-MLK weekend I will have an opportunity to dry out a bit, but the weekend after that is the Michael Franti show...I just don't see … Continue reading (Post)Holiday Party at Cafe Capriccio
Breakfast @Quintessence
looking a little skepticalYou know the phrase "there's no such thing as a free lunch?" Well, I couldn't buy breakfast in this town on New Year's Eve morning. Our original plan was to walk around the corner and get some grub at the Wine n Diner, but, alas, they weren't open when we approached their door … Continue reading Breakfast @Quintessence
Mulligatawny Soup
a little mortar and pestle action - coriander seedsI've got a thing for Mulligatawny Soup. With my first pregnancy, it was my number one craving, and just like the pregnancy stretch marks, it's never gone away. A perfect meal is an order of garlic nan and a steaming bowl of soup - usually from Shalimar. There's … Continue reading Mulligatawny Soup
My favorite Lark Street event – The Santa Speedo sprint.
I've loved Lark Street ever since I moved to Albany 20+ years ago. When I was first visited the area and found myself having brunch at the Beverwyck, I knew that Center Square was where I wanted to be and concentrated my housing search in that neighborhood. I like the architecture, the shops and restaurants, the … Continue reading My favorite Lark Street event – The Santa Speedo sprint.
