I have a confession - I almost always forget to attend First Friday. It isn't that I'm uninterested or lacking in a calendar, it's just that by Friday evening I usually feel a little brain dead and, if I go directly home after work, often, I don't leave again. I had, however, received an email … Continue reading First Friday
Category: Recommendations
Falvo’s Meats
If neither time nor money were obstacles, there are a few things I would do differently in terms of indulgence. I would insist upon having fresh flowers in my home - always. Nothing fancy, not necessarily a fresh bouquet every day, but I would like there to be flowers in my dining room, bedroom and … Continue reading Falvo’s Meats
For sale: lifestyle complete with living space
You'll never imagine what's in here! photo: Skip Dickstein, Times-UnionMy friend, Will and his partner, Raj, are moving on to a new domestic project, which means their current home is newly on the market. They've received quite a bit of media attention, with articles in both the Times Union and posted on All Over Albany, relating to … Continue reading For sale: lifestyle complete with living space
Delso House White – Summer 2011
I am a huge fan of Empire Wine and Liquor in the Northway Mall. I like the owners, I appreciate their marketing, which is frequent without being irritating, and I value their customer service which always saves me time. They do this Ship 4 Free thing which is an offering of 4 bottles of wine, shipped … Continue reading Delso House White – Summer 2011
Champagne (and pork belly!) on the Park
pork belly - not everything needs tulips to be beautiful! Last Thursday was the annual Lark Street BID fundraiser, Champagne on the Park. Of all the Tulip Fest weekend events, this one is my favorite. Tulips, champagne, food, smartly dressed people...what's not to like? The weather mostly cooperated and I took a ton of … Continue reading Champagne (and pork belly!) on the Park
Pizza @Cafe Capriccio
Pizza a la CapriccioLooks like there may be a new contender in AOA's Tournament of Pizza. Friday night Yasmine, Will and I ventured to Capriccio for a late night, grown-up dinner and were the lucky recipients of Franco's beautiful circle of love. The pizza Margherita was delicious! Six slices of crisp crust, fresh, flavorful sauce, and generous mozzarella … Continue reading Pizza @Cafe Capriccio
Food Porn – California style
Traveling with an almost-twelve-year-old has many advantages when it comes to dining, or should I say, eating. For instance, breakfast is really easy - bagels for him and yogurt, fruit and granola for me. Simple, easy to find and substantial enough to hold us over until later in the day. Another great thing about traveling … Continue reading Food Porn – California style