There are so many brands I like! I will try really hard to narrow it down to my top 12 =). I know it’s usually top 10, but that’s virtually impossible for me. I rated them based on aesthetics and functionality regardless of whether they are considered a premier or designer handbag. Storage potential is …
Nathalie Lecroc
I am so excited to be participating in Nathalie Lecroc‘s project! I can’t wait until her book (tentatively entitled Petite Anthologie de Sacs et Sacs à Main) is published! I just received a JPG from Miss Lecroc of the watercolor painting of my handbag and contents. I can’t wait to get it framed! I have …
Park Avalon Restaurant
Our beloved Park Avalon has been gone for quite some time now. I’m so sad =((. Everything about the restaurant was perfect! This was the place of my first date with my hubby… a chilly October night in 2001. The bar was surrounded by festive jack-o-lanterns and hurricane candles. Our last visit was September 2004 …
Animal Cops & Dog Trainers
I’m so glad that there are animal cops working hard to promote and preserve humane treatment of animals. Over this past weekend I’ve seen some horrible featured stories. I’m also enraged by the selfish pet collectors who are oblivious to the wretched environments they are keeping their pets in. One collector had 250+ cats in …
Arnold’s Drive In
We come here frequently on Friday nights (outdoors dining of course when Stella is with us). I almost always order their calamari salad with balsamic vinaigrette, chili, and soda float. Sometimes I have their baby-back ribs. Everything is so yummy! I have never been disappointed by the quality of their food. Think Arnold’s Drive-In from …
Opus 465 Restaurant
Opus 465 is probably my favorite restaurant in Westchester so far. I love the food and ambiance! There’s a relaxed atmosphere. Reminds me a little of The King’s Arms Tavern in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia (another awesome dining experience). I love cozy places… While I’m on the subject of Colonial Williamsburg, I think it’s a wonderful …
Crabtree’s Kittle House Restaurant & Inn
A few years ago, we dined at Crabtree’s Kittle House Restaurant & Inn for the first time around Thanksgiving or Christmas (not sure which one). We had a nice dinner. A staff returned my “doggie bag” in the shape of a tinfoil swan… oh, the little things that delight me =)… We subsequently re-visited for …
Takayama Japanese Restaurant
Really consistently great japanese cuisine. We’ve dined here at least twice, but I mostly order take-out since Andrew rarely has the urge to eat japanese food. I usually request their beef udon in vegetable soap, ebi mostly sometimes amaebi, avocado cucumber rolls, and abalone rolls (if they’re luckily available). I’ve gotten too used to their …
Grappolo Locanda Restaurant
I’ve only dined here once and had a very nice birthday dinner in 2006. It was slightly expensive but well worth it. I have to give it another chance, especially since I was very preoccupied that evening with getting back home earlier to complete a graduate assignment for my Leadership & Strategies course =P. This …
Le Jardin du Roi Restaurant
I’ve dined here several times and have never been disappointed. I think next time I should sit outside for weekend brunch since I’ve only had dinners here. The staff is always very pleasant and helpful. The food of course, impeccable. I’ve always thought of this restaurant as having a dark and romantic evening ambiance. Le …
