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Fun fact- May 1st
Basically a two-in-one holiday: 1. May Day as an ancient celebration of spring mainly on the northern hemisphere 2. International Workers Day or Labor Day with roots in the Labor movement and its efforts to improve working conditions observed in over 160 countries. Not in the US though, where Labor Day is in September (chosen…
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Lunchtime
When your lunch didn’t satisfy you, you can always dream about pizza 🍕 I’ve had a few New York style pizza slices since I moved here, but this one is memorable – not just because it was my first one, but also since it’s been the most delicious so far! But what is this famous…
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Chinatown
First stroll through Manhattan’s buzzing Chinatown which is so much bigger and more densely populated than the one in San Francisco. The sidewalks are packed with souvenir stores, grocers and vendors selling everything from tea to herbs and spices. Home to the cities largest Asian community, it offers a variety of Asian delicacies sold through…
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Über den Wolken
Apologies to my German speaking friends who probably have a really persistent ear worm now 😉 But I think this is the perfect description of this amazing view from the 101st floor which I enjoyed the other night during dinner. You can even see the Statue of Liberty in the background 🗽
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❤️ NY
Day 14 in the city and so far it’s been great! So, as of now, I’m in agreement with Einstein 😉 Especially now that it’s starting to get warmer, the sun’s coming out and the blue skis is peaking through the high rises… It’s so much fun wondering around and discovering all there is to…
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When food feels like home
What a surprise: I found a place that serves German Döner Kebab! I haven’t had one of those German /Turkish delicacies in ages so it was a no-brainer to go and check it out as soon as possible! Full of flavour, the toasted pita bread was filled with properly grilled meat (not the classic lamb,…
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Paradoxical advertisement
I wonder if the cab driver knows which adverts he’s displaying on the roof of his car?! I mean he basically promotes the biggest competition for taxis and promotes the ride sharing services that tend to be cheaper, more convenient and have significantly increased in popularity over the last years… PS: it wasn’t a crash,…
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A walk in the park
After such a busy week I was craving some nature and thought the best way to spend a relaxed sunday morning is by getting a coffee and walking through Central Park. It was great seeing the trees blossom, the birds singing and the squirrels digging around. It’s so fascinating that this huge, loud and busy…
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Japan Fes.
En route to the union square farmers market I stumbled upon an instance of the Japan food festival. Apparently the world’s largest one that happens over 30 times a year! I learned that it’s quite common that food festivals here have many dates and change their location throughout the city. So I had an onigri…
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Hamburger America
Apparently a well known place for a traditional American hamburger and I have to say, the burger was surprisingly good! Even though it lacked a bit of finesse in my view, the meat was juicy, the fries crunchy and the wine chilled and delicious even when drunk out of a plastic cup 😀 Great start…
Josephine in New York City
Me. In New York City. With excellent food and lots of fun!
Josephine in New York City 