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Sunday was such a gorgeous day that I decided to go to the Brooklyn Botanical gardens to take pictures of the cherry blossoms. Unfortunately, parking is always an issue in that area, so I rerouted my GPS and headed to one of the coolest neighborhoods in Brooklyn. Bushwick. Pop Up shop in the house of Yes Street scenes You have to look everywhere, some times … Continue reading Brooklyn ! is it cool or what ?
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Looking for a new place to eat in Bayside? This is It. A New Italian restaurant opened at 41st Avenue between Bell Boulevard and 214th Place on Nov. 18. David Arias the owner and a prominent Manhattan executive chef also double as its chef. It is exactly what this area needed, a great place with a great bar, I was privileged to taste their brunch … Continue reading Valdari restaurant. Bayside Queens
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After a five-hour drive from New York, we finally reached the outer regions of Salem. As I mentioned previously, getting there at the last minute would make it impossible to find any accommodations in Salem. After checking into the hotel and getting ready with our costumes, we called uber who charged 35.00 to take us downtown Salem from Revere. we got there a bit late … Continue reading What keeps you awake at night? Haunted Happenings Salem.
After going to the New York Times travel show this year, and sitting through the Cuba Forum, the only thing that had changed, is the spot that you tick on your affidavit. I found at the show that many people wanted to go, but still had doubts, whether it was legal or not. Well to put your mind at ease , Yes you can still … Continue reading My heart is in Havana Oh La la.g. —
While all of us are flying here and there trying to figure out where to go on vacation. Canada just across the border and 6 hours by car from NYC, is a place that is safe and fun, another 1 1/2 hours and you are in Montreal . I know it’s not the first place people think about, when planning a vacation. I am guilty … Continue reading Montreal, under pressure xxlll festival. It’s a hoot.
A historic hotel which stands on top of a hill on the Malecon , overlooking the harbor of Havana. Build in 1930, the Hotel Nacional De Cuba not only hosted International super stars, but also some of the biggest world leader. Their history with the mafia is well known. This was a big important venue for the crime families. Mobsters, like Lucky Luciano , Meyer … Continue reading Havana Cuba,Hotel Nacional
Reservation required, This restaurant was highly recommended by the concierge at the Hotel Nacional . We were not disappointed. The food was fabulous. I was told that this restaurant was opened by Ivan Chef Justo ( Castro’s personal chef). Very nice ambiance , service when we went , was a bit slow, but not too bad. The decoration is very original. the table are set … Continue reading Al Carbon, best lechon in Havana
I finally made it to Cuba ,for a 5 days ( Long labor day week end) . It was on my bucket list. The arrival at the airport was a bit chaotic , and trying to find out how to exchange the money was confusing . They have money exchange ATM’s where you insert your passport and you get cash. Who knew !! Lol. Be aware … Continue reading Cuba, Time worn and indefinably magical.
Looking for a wonderful Haitian/Cajun restaurant with amazing food ?., One just opened a few weeks ago and a wonderful surprise awaits you . Meli Melo located at 153 Dubois avenue in Valley stream is such a place, Relaxing ambiance , great and timely service. The space is beautifully done and the music nice and “Melo” . Transport yourself to New Orleans and Haiti ,with … Continue reading Meli Melo , Haitian , Cajun restaurant.
Do You want to travel to Cuba ? .Can you still travel to Cuba sin problema? Si Si Si !!! last year it was the all the rage , until the rules changed :(. Well I will be going this Year. My dream of visiting Cuba has not changed , but how do you go about doing it ? No more Canada runs, which … Continue reading Cuba , can you still go? a definite YES !! It’s legal and safe .
