Manhattan High Line Over the Hudson

I did a lot of walking this past week through NYC's streets, parks and stores. On our way to Chelsea for late afternoon snack on Sunday we discovered the new High Line Walkway which opened this year after five years of construction. It's elevated railroad line from the 1930s that has been transformed into an urban walkway garden. The walk is very enjoyable. It's not as green as walk through Central Park but it offers an amazing view of the Hudson River.

HanGawi A Vegetarian Shrine

One of the restaurants we tried during my recent trip to NYC was HanGawi in K-Town. This is the first vegetarian Korean restaurant that I've been to. I usually think of Korean BBQ and drool when anyone mentions going out for Korean food so I was a little disappointed to hear, on our way to lunch, that it was a vegetarian restaurant. I was deliciously surprised to find everything we tried also drool worthy good. My favorite dishes was the fragrant bamboo rice, which takes awhile to cook so order it early. I was also delighted by the ambiance. HanGawi's space is very balanced and "zen-like." The only thing that was a bit off is that we had to take our shoes off when we entered the restaurant. I didn't have a problem with this until I had to go to the restroom. I walked down to the restroom barefoot and right outside the door the only option was to wear a communal slipper. The thought of how many other people wore the slippers before me put a bad taste in my mouth.

Who Knew Apothecary Is So Good

My friend took me on a quiet Monday night in NYC in search of a neighborhood bar in China Town. After walking through many empty streets, we stopped in front of some run down building in a desolate back street where she said she wanted to pick up some "dumplings." When we walked in I was surprised to find a hidden lounge inside decorated like an old pharmacy. I really enjoyed the night as it started with complimentary drinks and a live band. If you go to Apotheke, be sure to try the "Deal Closer," and pay attention to the ice. This place is all about the details.

Fall Walk in Central Park

The Passenger Seat Office

Flipping through the SkyMall magazine on a recent flight, I came across some interesting business travel products. For a little less than 400 bucks you could purchase the Passenger Seat office. It comes with a file cabinet, fax/printer holder and other equipment that allows you to work from your car. I can't wait until they launch the toilet office because really taking 15 minutes away from work to go to the bathroom is a big waste.