Today I’m not in New York. Yesterday I was and it was fabulous, although drenched with thoughts of departure. What a five-day séjour I had and I’m envious of Jordana’s frequent bounce from here to there as her second home.
This morning I rode my bicycle to work like I do every day and I thought, New York, I miss you.
Statue of Liberty’s gown card by Keith Marsh available here
I know I’ve posted a lot about NYC in recent weeks but I spent a good chunk of my Christmas holidays there and I’m eager to share some of the photos that I took. For today’s Friday Five I’m happy to share with you some of the very pretty houses I came across when my family and I hit the ‘burbs. (Yes, that’s right, we escaped Manhattan for a morning to explore the surrounding neighbourhoods.)
Photos by Jordana.
Eataly New York: We sell what we cook. We cook what we sell.
After several years of planning, Oscar Farinetti, Mario Batali, and Lidia and Joe Bastianich partnered together to open Eataly in Manhattan in August 2010. Eataly is a space to shop for, to eat and to learn about delicious Italian food. According to the Eataly manifesto, food unites us all, brings us all together, and the source of the greatest joy is what happens around the dinner table. Indeed.
If you have already paid a visit to this immense food emporium, then you will have wandered around in amazement. Only steps from the Flatiron building, Eataly is an incredible source of authentic Italian food products and it encourages a very lively atmosphere (kind of reminds me of loud family dinners, actually). Although I found many of the products to be over-priced, Eataly remains one of the few places, if not the only one, to carry such a variety of true Italian eats!
Today I am sharing with you five photos from Eataly that my mom and I took on one of our most recent visits to NYC. For us, and hopefully for you, these photos are great reminders of Italy.
aqua minerale naturale (water)
Orzata was always a summer treat when I was a kid. It has a very distinct sweet taste.
Bialetti. No other espresso maker will do.
Mmm…chocolate torrone. The best ever.
How lucky are those New Yorkers who get to experience Eataly on a regular basis?
Photos by Jordana and FG. Pasta photo courtesy of Eataly.
Forged Artistry, based in New York, makes hand-crafted iron gates, railings, doors, etc. in styles ranging from neo-classic to realist. The Forged Artistry portfolio is chock-full of beautiful iron work. I am happy to feature some of their work in white spaces here.
All images courtesy of Forged Artistry.
Warby Parker is my new love interest. I’m proud to tell everyone!
Warby Parker logo
While in New York last month I visited the Warby Parker studio, tried on many fabulous pairs of eyeglasses, and placed an order for two pairs. Within two weeks they arrived and are now sitting pretty on my face.
I purchased the Thompson in Crystal Matte (below) and the Striped Tortoise Zaggs. I feel so hip!
Thompson in Crystal Matte, Warby Parker
Not only are the frames fabulously chic, but the price is unbeatable. I have a very strong prescription and always hate forking over hundreds of dollars for stylish frames. At Warby Parker high-quality frames and lenses are completely affordable (I spent just over $100 for each pair of eyeglasses and I have a very very high prescription). Want more good news? For every pair you buy, Warby Parker gives a pair to someone in need. Incredible, right?
If you’re unable to get to Warby Parker in person in San Francisco or New York City, not to worry. You can use the website’s virtual try-on feature or take advantage of the home-try on option (WP currently only ships to the US).
I can’t say enough about my Warby Parker experience. From the moment I walked into the bright, white, spacious New York office to to the day I received my new specs, I have been impressed with the work ethic, the quality and the attention to service and detail from this company. I’m definitely looking forward to more visits and more purchases in the future (hopefully a red pair will be in stock soon hint hint).
p.s. I’m still thinking about the orange Coltons but I’m still hesitant to introduce orange into my life. Thoughts?
Photos courtesy of Warby Parker.