19 Friday Aug 2011
Posted in Maritime, New York City, Photography, Travel
Here’s a few photos I took with my iPhone 4 from Tuesday’s Hidden Harbor Tour. TGIF!!!
Shipyards on the Kill Van Kull, Photo by Joseph Broda
The Bayonne Bridge at Sunset, Photo by Joseph Broda
Lady Liberty, Photo by Joseph Broda
18 Thursday Aug 2011
Posted in Quotes
There is no such thing as finding one’s purpose. It’s about creating the conditions where your purpose can find you. It’s not about asking what is the meaning of life, but rather asking what your life means.
— Dawna Markova
17 Wednesday Aug 2011
Yet again, social media inspires today’s post. My friend Don Seckler posted a photo of this Dark Devil’s Food Cake on Facebook today, and April Kabbash “liked” and commented on Don’s post with details about Sweetapolita… the source of this truly AMAZING CAKE! It’s a work of art. (MORE)
Dark Devil's Food Cake (a variation by Sweetapolita), Photo: Sweetapolita.com
"For the Love of Fondant Asparagus (and 8-Layer Cakes)", Photo: Sweetapolita.com
A half-eaten slice... Photo: Sweetapolita.com
16 Tuesday Aug 2011
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boat tours, Harbor of New York and New Jersey, Hidden Harbor Tours, OpenHouseNewYork, Working Harbor Committee
I’m going on a Hidden Harbor Tour tonight and I’m excited! I’ll board the Zephyr at Pier 16 in lower Manhattan at 6:15pm and explore the Brooklyn waterfront down to Sunset Park, over to Kill Van Kull and Howland Hook, back to Military Ocean and Global Marine Terminals and finally, past the Statue of Liberty on a two hour tour. FUN! This particular tour is sponsored by OpenHouseNewYork (OHNY) and the Working Harbor Committee. Exploring New York Harbor by boat is an interesting experience as well as a pleasant and relaxing way to spend an afternoon or evening. NOTE: tours often sell out quickly so plan ahead. (MORE INFO)
View of Verazano Narrows Bridge from a Tour Boat, Photo (c) Bernie Ente
Fireboat Display in Front of Brooklyn Bridge, Photo (c) Bernie Ente
Bayonne Bridge at Sunset, Photo (c) Bernie Ente
15 Monday Aug 2011
Posted in Quotes
Well done is better than well said.
— Benjamin Franklin
14 Sunday Aug 2011
Posted in Art, Illustration
I’m a long-time fan of Russian-born Peter Oumanski‘s delightful illustrations and video animations. His growing client list includes Maxim, Fast Company, Billboard, Los Angeles Times, New Jersey Monthly and MTV… just to name a few! Peter lives in Fair Lawn, New Jersey with his wife Marina.
"Classical and New Tech", Billboard Magazine. Illustration: Peter Oumanski
"Ultimate Beach Guide 2011", New Jersey Monthly. Illustration: Peter Oumanski
"Vendy Awards", Fast Company. Illustration: Peter Oumanski
"blahblah" video animation by Peter Oumanski
13 Saturday Aug 2011
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It takes courage for people to listen to their own goodness and act on it.
— Pablo Casals
12 Friday Aug 2011
I grew up in Michigan and I still remember and love the taste of fresh Michigan sweet corn. However, having lived in the Garden State for the past twenty years or so, I’ve come to appreciate and look forward to Jersey-fresh corn every summer. Simply boiled in a pot of hot water with husks removed, or soaked in water and then grilled with husks intact, there’s nothing better than fresh corn on the cob slathered in butter and seasoned with salt and pepper. Here’s a recipe I discovered by Steven Raichlen for Mexican Grilled Corn. It’s a new take on corn on the cob that’s very easy to make and super delicious! You don’t even need a charcoal grill… I make it on a grill pan on my electric stove. (VIDEO)
Mexican Grilled Corn
Peel back the corn husks (like peeling a banana) and tie with butcher's string before grilling on a charcoal grill or a grill pan on the stove top.
Primal Grill's and Barbecue University's Steven Raichlen
11 Thursday Aug 2011
Gardens are a work of art. We’re at the midpoint of summer now, my favorite season. Last week, I visited The New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx for the first time. I can’t wait to visit this artful garden again in the fall (my second favorite season). One of the current exhibitions is Spanish Paradise: Gardens of the Alhambra and runs through August 21. It’s beautiful.
Daylily Walk, "Marse Connell", The New York Botanical Garden
A midsummer's view in a 50-acre tract of uncut forest that once covered New York City, The New York Botanical Garden
10 Wednesday Aug 2011
Posted in Typography
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I saw this on a friend’s Facebook page this morning and had to share it. I like the typography, too! Enough said.
LIFE... this is IT. Share it... Live it. Posted by Monty Winters on Facebook and shared by Aimee Leinhardt.
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