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Thankful
Today is Thanksgiving—a day that’s all about gathering with family and friends, sharing a meal, and reflecting on what we’re thankful for. Traditionally, the holiday centered around giving thanks for the harvest, but over time, it’s grown to celebrate gratitude in many forms. The classic Thanksgiving table is often filled with turkey, mashed potatoes, roasted…
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Capital of Influence
Living in a city overrun with influencers, content creators, and wannabe starlets, I wasn’t surprised to pass by a TikTok-sponsored workshop in Chelsea’s art district. The scene? Merch everywhere, people promoting themselves, and ring lights capturing the action. Did I go in? Absolutely not. Watching from the outside was entertainment enough. Living here often feels…
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Throwback
On a gloomy day like today, with rain pouring and clouds hanging low, it’s hard not to think back to earlier this year, when I lived in sunny California. Palm trees lined the streets, and stepping outside didn’t feel like such a battle with the weather. I know, California’s dealing with its own share of…
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Next-level Marketing
Say what you will about luxury brands, but they certainly know how to make a statement with their marketing. Take the flagship Louis Vuitton store in Manhattan, for example. Covering the building in ugly scaffolding? Absolutely not! The solution? A creative cover-up mimicking the design of their iconic trunks. I caught a glimpse of it…
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What a week!
With my broken toe keeping me stuck at home, I spent most of the week juggling year-end work chaos and watching the unbelievable election results in the US and the political situation in Germany take unexpected turns. It wasn’t exactly the most calming week, but I think we all need to remind ourselves—especially in times…
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Emergency
Last Saturday night brought an experience I’d happily have skipped… a late-night ER trip for a broken toe. Surprisingly, it was a very calm, positive experience—every nurse and doctor I met was kind and professional, and I was in and out in just three hours. The scene, though, was a bit different from what you…
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Día de los Muertos
Whilst everyone was going crazy for Halloween the last days, I’m more drawn to the traditions of Día de los Muertos 💀 Celebrated on November 1 and 2 in Mexico, this holiday is all about honoring ancestors, family members, and friends who have passed. It’s believed that during these days, the souls of the departed…
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Recycling done right
It’s encouraging to see a concept work in practice. From what I’ve noticed in my building and at work, recycling doesn’t always get much attention, with people often unsure of where each item belongs. So, spotting neatly tied recycling bags on the street the other day gave me a little hope—maybe with a bit more…
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World pasta day
Did you know yesterday (Oct 25) was World Pasta Day? I had no idea either. One of the perks of living in this city is the regular pop-ups and promotional booths handing out little freebies (or reminding you it’s time to celebrate something). On my way to work, I passed by one giving out free…
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Sake tasting
This weekend, I attended a great event: a sake tasting and learning session. It was held at Kura Brewery, tucked away in Brooklyn’s Industry City, a dynamic new development area. It was a truly fun—and tasty—experience that brought me one step closer to genuinely enjoying sake. Just a short time ago, I wouldn’t have imagined…
Josephine in New York City
Me. In New York City. With excellent food and lots of fun!
Josephine in New York City 