Entering Jazz at Lincoln Center on a beautiful early autumn morning, it was easy to feel that the room was abuzz with anticipation of what would be talked about at the Municipal Art Society’s annual Summit for New York City. With prominent thought and design leaders preparing to speak, there were no doubts that New… Continue reading The MAS Summit: Development, Density and Diversity for the Future of NYC
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Election Fever in New York
With the first three of four presidential debates now behind us, and the fourth due to take place today (October 22), the race for the White House is getting hotter, and candidates and their supporters on both sides are looking forward to November 6 – the date of the election. The U.S. Presidential debates have… Continue reading Election Fever in New York
Halloween in NYC – Pumpkins, Parades, and Pranks
Halloween in the US is an unavoidable holiday. You will find yourself celebrating it regardless of your actual interest in the holiday, costumes, horror movies, or sweet treats. Halloween in America is everywhere from advertisements to neighborhood decorations and will, quite literally, knock on your door. The culture of Halloween is extremely evident around the… Continue reading Halloween in NYC – Pumpkins, Parades, and Pranks
The Iran Job: A One-of-a-Kind International New York Project
With the US presidential election heating up and foreign policies in the Middle East taking center stage at the presidential debates, relations between Iran, Israel, and the US remain as fraught as ever. Iran and other Muslim countries are being portrayed in Western media as dangerous, repressive, and potentially violent – but how far do… Continue reading The Iran Job: A One-of-a-Kind International New York Project
Entrepreneur Portrait: Lolo Manso – Socarrat Paella Bar
“I am passionate about food; it is one of the most gratifying pleasures in life. To me, eating is like a ritual; an expression of one’s soul.”You don’t have to talk to Chef Jesus “Lolo” Manso for long before you realize that food is his passion; a passion that he has taken very seriously and… Continue reading Entrepreneur Portrait: Lolo Manso – Socarrat Paella Bar
The World in NYC: Russia
We have tasted their food, enjoyed their movies, and appreciated their art but the mystery remains, where in New York City do the Russians live? The Russian immigration wave to New York City stretches back to the 1800s but the big surge of modern day Russians in the United States is identified after the Soviet… Continue reading The World in NYC: Russia
Dining out in NYC
While New York City is known for many things, perhaps most notable is the amazing food and incredible restaurant scene found in any neighborhood. One can find a huge variety of cuisine in New York City, from fine French dining to your local Indian spot – but though you may find familiar food, the experience… Continue reading Dining out in NYC
Sick and Confused? The Basics of the US Medical System
Some aspects of moving to a new country are easier to understand than others. While you may be able to understand the subway system and how to find some of your favorite foods from back home, other aspects don’t rely on intuition. One area of living that is different in almost every country is healthcare… Continue reading Sick and Confused? The Basics of the US Medical System
Living Green in NYC
New Yorkers drive less, live in smaller apartments, use less space, and overall have a smaller ecological footprint that most other Americans. Most New Yorkers don’t own a car but rely on public transportation, many of us shop at the local farmer’s market, and visit parks – yet we can still do so much more… Continue reading Living Green in NYC
A Guide to US Holidays
What’s more fun than working in NYC? Not working in NYC, of course. Especially nice are those days off work when you get to relax, perhaps get away, and get out of the office without any need for an excuse. But which days exactly will you be able to take off? In the US, certain… Continue reading A Guide to US Holidays