Category Archives: Travel

Chocolate

Posted on July 20, 2011 by fast eddie

About a week after posting about my favorite ice cream, I received a delivery of incredibly good ice cream from a reader who felt that a mere comment would not adequately express the emotion he felt for his local creamery. It was a … Continue reading →

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Sunset Bitch

Posted on July 13, 2011 by fast eddie

Sunset Beach is the epitome of the worst aspects of summer in the Hamptons, arrogant, obnoxious and devoid of even the minimum standard for service. And it isn’t even in the Hamptons. It’s in Shelter Island, so you have to make … Continue reading →

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Fishin’

Posted on July 8, 2011 by fast eddie

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 fast eddie

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 fast eddie

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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