Category Archives: Travel

Fishin’

Posted on July 8, 2011 by

One of my favorite summer activities is fishing. The refreshing sea air. The sun glistening off the water. The struggle with a catch and anticipation to see its size. Fresh sashimi for lunch. A grilled fish dinner that night. One of my great memories … Continue reading →

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Ice Cream (Gelato)

Posted on July 1, 2011 by

Do you consider ice cream a summer treat? Not me. For me, it’s a basic food group. I know some of you feel the same way. Admit it! I have been with at least one of you when we tasted every straciatella gelato … Continue reading →

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Beaches

Posted on June 23, 2011 by

My wife and I love the beach. A beach somewhere has been at the center of many special memories. Here are some of my favorites. Tell us about some of yours. The Hamptons: We have a house in Bridgehampton that we love … Continue reading →

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Casual Hamptons Restaurants

Posted on June 16, 2011 by

Summertime means casual. For me, some of the best places to eat in the Hamptons are the most casual. Here are some of my favorites: Candy Kitchen, corner of Main (Route 27) and School Streets, Bridgehampton, old-fashioned luncheonette, a long-standing … Continue reading →

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Peeing on Buses and Trains

Posted on June 13, 2011 by

Warning! Mom, you won’t like this one! Most men cannot resist the challenge of trying to hit the target when peeing on a moving bus or train. It must be the same impulse that gives rise to the popularity of … Continue reading →

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Hamptons Restaurants

Posted on June 5, 2011 by

Ready for summer? Here are my favorite upscale restaurants in the Hamptons: The Palm, 94 Main St, East Hampton: My favorite, a Hamptons tradition managed forever by Tomas Romano, world’s best veal parmigiana, share a side of half and half fried … Continue reading →

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Boca Raton Restaurants

Posted on May 30, 2011 by

Here are some of my favorite restaurants in Boca Raton (with a heavy Italian-Jewish bias): Flakowitz Bagel Inn, 1999 N. Federal Hwy: Huge breakfast portions, free marble cake, service for masochists; Toojay’s, Polo Shops, Regency Court or Glades Plaza: New … Continue reading →

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