Tag Archives: New York City

The 9/11 Memorial in New York City

Posted on March 3, 2012 by Robert Kavalek

One of the highlights of my visit to New York City last week was spending a few hours at the 9/11 Memorial with my good friend Cathy. The memorial opened last year on the 10th anniversary of those tragic events … Continue reading →

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Staropramen, Svickova & Slivovitz at Koliba – a Czech Restaurant in New York City

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Robert Kavalek

Every now and then I crave Czech food. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that my paternal grandmother used to cook it for my sister and me when we were younger. I loved visiting my grandparents in … Continue reading →

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A few Autumn Days in New York City

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Robert Kavalek

Earlier this month, I spent a few days “relaxing” in New York City.  I needed a break from DC as well as from studying (I am pursuing a Masters of Arts in Counseling Psychology). I’ve been to New York City … Continue reading →

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Italian Goodies at Tarallucci e Vino – New York City

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Robert Kavalek

I like to patronize a restaurant where the owners believe that food comes first, not the customer.  This is why I am a big fan of Tarallucci e Vino. When I go to New York City, I always have either … Continue reading →

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The High Line – Gorgeous, Elevated Park in New York City

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Robert Kavalek

Update: The second extension of the High Line opened in June 2011.  Now you can enjoy this park from the Meatpacking District all the way up to 30th street. The High Line is one of the more unusual parks in … Continue reading →

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Ace Hotel, New York City

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Robert Kavalek

While I have always wanted to stay at the Ace Hotel, I didn’t plan on doing so this week while visiting friends in New York City.  My plan was to stay with a friend whom I met in NY last … Continue reading →

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“Stieglitz, Steichen, Strand” at the MET in NYC

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Robert Kavalek

As it rained heavily in New York City yesterday, I decided to check out the “Stieglitz, Strand, Steichen” exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) in NYC. As luck would have it, a guided tour began just a few … Continue reading →

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Japanese Wagashi in New York City

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Robert Kavalek

Whenever I saunter off to New York City I must visit Minamoto Kitchoan – a Japanese store near Rockefeller Center that sells at least 50 differnt kinds of Wagashi or Japanese sweets.  As you may have heard, the Japanese consume … Continue reading →

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The Breslin – a British style Gastropub in New York City

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Robert Kavalek

You may have heard that “gastropubs” are starting to take off in the USA.  This evening, I had dinner at The Breslin, a British gastropub located in the ultra cool but low-key, Ace Hotel in the Garment District of Manhattan. … Continue reading →

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My Top 7 Favorite Spas and Baths

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Robert Kavalek

The following is a list of my favorite spas and baths.   Chile: Termas Geometricas –  Hot springs complex in souther Chile.  Click here to read more about my experience at this place. Istanbul: Cagaloglu Hammam – an old, Ottoman … Continue reading →

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