My experience with Mercat is what hipsters call "amazeballs".
I hope I'm not dishonouring the restaurant by calling it that but it's still a meal that I'm remembering days after I've left the city. It was divine, it was delish, it was amazeballs!…More »
Categories:
Wine Bars,
Tapas Bars
Neighbourhood: Lower East Side
I've read that Ten Bells is hard to find but luckily, I had a local who guided us there. We made it in good time because we were able to snag two seats at the bar before a wave of new patrons strolled in and occupied the space for a while.
Arriving…More »
Categories:
Bars,
Florists,
Music Venues
Neighbourhood: Flatbush
I met up with former Yelp Toronto Elite Susan C. over drinks while I was in town. She and I, along with some of her Yelp Brooklyn Elite friends spent time catching up. Sycamore's laid back atmosphere enabled us to feel relaxed and quite at home.
…More »
Categories:
Mexican,
Food Stands
Neighbourhood: Williamsburg - North Side
When I left my Brooklyn accommodations, I stopped here for some good street food that NYC is famous for.
Their simple menu includes chicken, beef, pork and fish tacos; I ordered a chicken taco, which was amazing. For $3.50, you can't go wrong with a…More »
Category:
Photography Stores & Services
Neighbourhoods: SoHo, TriBeCa
I'M A POLAROID LOVER 4 LIFE!
I was very happy when I heard the Netherland-based company, the Impossible Project, started to remanufacture Polaroid film and thus, saved it from extinction.
Since then, the team has opened up a few stores around the…More »
Category:
Bars
Neighbourhoods: East Village, Alphabet City
After surviving turbulence on the plane, long lines up at customs and getting confused as to which train I needed to get on the NYC Metro line, I needed a drink. Getting lost in the East Village I found this place by accident. The quiet atmosphere…More »
Categories:
Vegetarian,
Vegan
Neighbourhood: East Village
What a lovely café in the East Village!
This place has a huge breakfast list that includes omelettes and bagels. Lots of bagels! All items are vegan and vegetarian friendly, and the food was quick, freshly made, and served by the nicest people.
I…More »
Categories:
British,
Pubs,
Gastropubs
Neighbourhoods: Williamsburg - South Side, South Williamsburg
I was actually looking for another bar but decided to stop here instead. The dark wood and art appealed to me including the quiet atmosphere.
It was still early in the evening when I arrived but I didn't mind it. I kind of wanted a place that was…More »
You're one of the most iconic and celebrated structures in New York City.
You are listed on most people's travel itinerary and beloved by locals.
You're so popular.
You offer one of the best views of an impressive skyline.
You're dirt cheap to get to…More »
Category:
Burgers
Neighbourhoods: Greenwich Village, Union Square
We didn't spend too much time here. Our group of eight had to rush to get to our venue on time but we needed food first. It was 11pm and our original destination stopped serving food, so we decided to come here instead.
All of the burgers are huge.…More »
Category:
Hotels
Neighbourhood: Lower East Side
When my free accommodations fell through thanks to a psychotic house pet, I needed to find a hotel fast. I made frantic phone calls in the middle of the night to various hotels until I found one that fit my price and timeline.
The Gem is a hotel that…More »
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: Lower East Side
My hotel was located right next door. So when I decided to turn right one day instead of left, I discovered this place.
I've heard of knishes but never had one. With a dinner plans set in a few hours, I figured a knish would be enough to tie me over.…More »
I had time to kill before my flight home so I decided to hang out in Alphabet City a little longer. After walking around, TSP was my pit spot for a while.
I walked in and around the park: I watched the dogs play in the Big Dog Run; I walked past the…More »
I love the name. Who wouldn't? It's a charming little eatery that was nice and quiet on a Friday morning. I can only imagine how busy it is on the weekend; no doubt it must be very popular.
The unfortunate thing is I wasn't able to try their famous…More »
Categories:
Dim Sum,
Food Stands
Neighbourhood: Flatiron
If I had to redo the experience, I wouldn't bother coming here.
It was mid-afternoon, I had been exploring all day and needed something in stomach and Rickshaw's was close by. Instead of good fast food, I got a mediocre meal. It wasn't the worst meal…More »
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Toronto, ON
Yelping SinceNovember 2008
Things I Lovemusic, writing, photography, traveling, singing
My HometownToronto, ON, Canada
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...Playing with my new iPhone or singing
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadJust Kids by Patti Smith
My First ConcertThe Black Crowes @ G. Ross Lord Park, North York, 1990
My Favourite MovieY Tu Mama Tambien, Big Trouble in Little China, Amelie
My Last Meal On EarthSaag paneer, lemon linguine, lemon meringue
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