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Longing for Firenze (Florence, Italy) or a Spot in Campagna (countryside)

By Claudie Benjamin Firenze (Florence) is one of the most iconic of Italy’s many romantic destinations. Can you imagine how very wonderful it would be to sit at a wine bar in a popular bordered piazza (square) in town or in...

Creative Drinks and Neighborhood Vibe

West 72nd Street

By Claudie Benjamin Living, working and going to college in Manhattan has to have had its challenges for Amber Zachweieja after she first left Long Island and arrived in the city. But she’s been making this all happen and having fun too. ...

86th Street and the Life of Adventure

9th Ave. Elevated, Cultural Immigrant Initiative

By Claudie Benjamin Karem and Kenyi Sun were high school sweethearts in Lima, Peru. Their North American adventure began when Kenyi‘s father came to New York about 20 years ago. He was successful in becoming part of the management of a limo...

Champagne is in Order!

9th Ave. Elevated, Cultural Immigrant Initiative

By Claudie Benjamin There’s big news from Flowers on the Park, an eye-catching presence as you proceed toward Central Park from Columbus Avenue on the south side of 86th Street. Champagne is in order. Responding to the latest trend among Upper West...

Unstoppable Bike Mechanics