Architectural icons of New York’s 42nd Street
42nd Street in Midtown Manhattan is home to some of New York's best known buildings. Anita and I recently spent three hours exploring the...
Jim & Lala Howard—master potters, a joyous life
Wherever I travel, I enjoy visiting historic artists' homes and studios. While in New York last summer, I had a opportunity to go one...
New York memories of seafood and small plates
During last summer’s stay in New York, I satisfied a toothsome nostalgia for some foods that is sometimes hard to come by in Switzerland....
The World Trade Center Memorial one year on
One year ago, the World Trade Center Memorial opened, ten years to the day after destruction of the twin towers in the terrorist attacks...
Summer in New York City
This was a summer to remember. After a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan, I have been fortunate to realize a long-held dream: to...
Rubin Museum exhibits Indian art
The Rubin Museum of Art in Chelsea is a human-scale, tastefully designed display and performance venue. The re-purposed retail space (previously a Barney’s department...
Dinner in Vietnam with the ‘Mayor of Chinatown’
I love Vietnamese food. Especially in the southern part of Vietnam, the ingredients scream 'fresh!' in voices of many colors. Considered by many to...
The Noguchi Museum—a New York City oasis
The abstract sculpture of Isamu Noguchi graces public spaces around the world, but the museum he designed to showcase his best works occupies a...
Photo: Street scribe quotes Jan Morris on the subject of New York
A street artist in New York chalked this quote from Jan Morris onto the pavement in Washington Square Park...a sentiment I share!
Photo: NYC fresh markets are bursting with local flavors
The produce market at Grand Central Station is a feast for the eyes, as well as the palate. Commuters can take their pick of...