tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5187350458436338582024-02-06T20:54:57.186-08:00The Roaming ReporterThe Roaming Reporter is the number one source for the 411 in arts, culture, food, music and theatre in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Bronx and Staten Island.
Shuga Henry, the Roaming Reporter, journey's through the fantastic boroughs of New York reporting on the amazing happenings.The Roaming Reporterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05097424281497669050noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-518735045843633858.post-84277793838629902472015-01-27T10:00:00.000-08:002015-01-26T11:00:35.747-08:00I'm Hungry! Best Food Delivery in Queens <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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So the New York Tri-State area has been hit with another snowstorm. Uggg. Well, what can you do. It's winter time in New York. The temperature is in the low teens, the snow is high and slippery, the wind chill is blistering and frigid. It's a total headache. After a long day of travels, you're finally home, hungry and not in the mood for pizza or Chinese food. So what is one to do? Well I have complied a list of the <i>Best Food Delivery </i>restaurants in the five boroughs. Now, I have not ordered from all these establishments myself. However, the fabulous people on <a href="http://www.yelp.com/" target="_blank">Yelp.com</a> and <a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/" target="_blank">UrbanSpoon.com</a> have provided some excellent useful reviews. <span class="highlight2">When we can't go to the best, we want the best to come us! </span>So happy ordering and <span class="fn">bon appétit! </span></h4>
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1. <a href="http://www.henricas.com/site/" target="_blank"> Henricas Restaurant </a> - Caribbean/ Chinese - Rosedale</h3>
<i>I ordered food from this restaurant for first time today and it was
De-Lish! I learned of Henricas from a review on Yelp and I am glad I
listened. I ordered from the lunch menu and the food arrived in 30
minutes as stated by the phone operator. I was timing it. lol. I
ordered the Jerk Chicken Pasta Alfredo and Brown Stewed Salmon. <br /><br />The
Jerk Chicken Pasta was truly a sensational ride of flavor. It had just
the right amount of jerk spices. The sauce was rich and creamy with a
great mix of chicken, pasta and crunchy bell peppers. The Brown Stewed Salmon was ok. However,
its counterparts of rice and peas with mixed vegetable were very
delightful. Both meals were generous portions and came with
complementary slices of Red Velvet cake. I was quite surprised and excited when the cake slid out of the bag. The cake was light and moist
with a fluffy cream cheese frosting. It was simply superb! <br /><br />I truly enjoyed the food and look forward to ordering from Henricas in the future.</i><br />
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2. <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/tandoori-hut-richmond-hill#query:delivery%20restaurant" target="_blank">Tandoori Hut</a> - Indian Food - Ozone Park</h3>
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<i>" One of my fav delivery spots in the restaurant wasteland that is Richmond Hill/Ozone Park.<br /><br />Their
chicken tikka masala is the best in the area: sharable portion of
chicken in a puddle of super delicious sauce. I also love their aloo
gobi and szechaun cauliflower (Indian/Chinese fusion is awesome!)<br /><br />Service is wonderful, the owner is kind and attentive, I definitely order from here at least once a week."</i> <a href="http://www.yelp.com/user_details_review_search?userid=MypOSyVruGtBmDAT7FicRQ&q=Tandoori+Hut" target="_blank">Read more</a> <br />
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3. <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/village-grill-forest-hills-2#query:delivery%20restaurant" target="_blank">Village Grill</a> - Greek American, Richmond Hill</h3>
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"<i>Solid local Greek place in FH. Delivery is usually fast and the food is
yummy. But eating the food fresh out of the kitchen at the restaurant
is so much better. They really use fresh, quality ingredients and you
can tell from the first bite. Also, their service is very very friendly
and efficient." <a href="http://www.yelp.com/user_details_review_search?userid=__y1QHnPBvMmB-OmzWBKtQ&q=Village+Grill" target="_blank">Read more</a></i><br />
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4. <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/bella-caracas-cafe-middle-village#query:delivery%20restaurant" target="_blank">Bella Caracas Cafe </a>- Venezuelan, Middle Village **<i>This place is Delicious!**</i></h3>
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<i>"So happy that Middle Village finally has a Latin <span class="highlighted">restaurant</span> option! Overall, great service and excellent food! I would eat here again or order <span class="highlighted">delivery</span> without a doubt! <br /><br />We
had the special for the night, the Carne Salteado, and two arepas: the
Vuelvo a la Vida (seafood mix) and the Falcon (Venezuelan cheese,
avocado, sweet plantain). Everything was great - the Falcon is
outstanding. We also tried the Tostoncitos as an appetizer which came
with a delicious sauce and the Coconut Milkshake.<br /><br />The flan is made on the premises and is delicious as well! "</i> <a href="http://www.yelp.com/user_details_review_search?userid=ItMidBAFw1di3LRR7Pk03A&q=Bella+Caracas+Cafe+" target="_blank">Read more</a><br />
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5. <a href="http://www.cjcafenyc.com/" target="_blank">CJ's Cafe - Sandwiches, Fresh Meadows</a></h3>
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"<span style="font-weight: normal;"><i>This is by far one of the best sandwich places I ever ate from. I never
went in their restaurant but I ordered numerous times from seamless.
Delivery is on point and the sandwiches are wrapped neatly and the
prices are actually a bit high for me. But I think it's worth it. They
make delicious spreads for their sandwiches and they have different
types of breads to choose from. This place is also like a convenience
store you can buy snacks if you want. I ordered from their breakfast
menu and its great. I ordered chicken fingers, cheese fries, and sweet
potato fries for my daughter. But one of the few things I think their
not good at making is the sweet potato fries but everything else is
great. I love their smoothies also!!!! I'm so grateful that they are one
of the choices I have on seamless."</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><i>Amazing frozen vanilla latte! Obsessed! & really great pressed
turkey, cheddar, bacon, cranberry spread sandwich. Tried the recommended
chicken avocado sandwich but it was just alright. Tasty hearty soups as
well! Try the Italian wedding soup (hard to find!)" <a href="http://www.yelp.com/user_details_review_search?userid=mBmcgODZQRawdXvXDOT_AA&q=+CJ%27s+Cafe+" target="_blank">Read more</a></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>6. <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/sushi-akio-forest-hills#query:delivery%20restaurant" target="_blank"> Sushi Akio </a></b> - Japanese, Sushi Bar - Forest Hills</span></h3>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><i>"SO GOOD!! This review is based solely on their food. I've ordered
delivery from here twice but I've never actually been to the restaurant.<br /><br />The
ginger salad, miso soup, gyoza and rolls are delicious. Everything is
so fresh. You can actually taste the difference because of the
freshness.<br /><br />I need to actually go by and dine in sometime soon. 100% recommended for delicious <span class="highlighted">sushi</span>." <a href="http://www.yelp.com/user_details_review_search?userid=p2IMGRgOJaMYlqMzumGCFA&q=+Sushi+Akio+" target="_blank">Read more</a></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>7. <a href="http://seoulfusionastoria.com/" target="_blank"> Seoul Fusion Eatery </a>- Koren, Astoria </b></span></h3>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><i>"It's a relief to finally see a Korean place in Astoria. The place is run
by a kind family, and dishes made by none other than grandma. Some of
the staff doesn't speak Korean, but grandma and definitely son does. So
don't fret, the food is made by Korean people!<br /><br />I lived in Korea
for 3 years so my standards of Korean food are high. Some of the dishes
are good (i.e. the odeng soup), but some are just whatever (the kimbap).
My biggest pet peeve is that none of the dishes were made with sesame
leaf (a staple in Korean food). Also, the food is good, but not
FANTASTIC, meaning there needs to be an extra kick of gochujang or
something added. However, if you're just looking for a local Korean fix,
the <span class="highlighted">eatery</span> is good enough.<br /><br />The kimchi is pretty on point. Even in Korea, cheap restaurants won't serve kimchi like this place. <br /><br />Delivery is a plus too, as very few Korean places will deliver."</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><i> </i><b>8. <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/mister-chicken-to-go-woodside?q=delivery+restaurant" target="_blank">Mister Chicken To Go </a>- Fried Chicken, Woodside</b></span></h3>
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<i>"Wow I'm very impressed. I ordered here for <span class="highlighted">delivery</span>
last week and it was great. I had low expectations but when the food
arrived it was amazing. I got chicken fingers deliciously seasoned and
tender. I had fried chicken as well it was still crispy when I ate it
which is hard to find when you order for <span class="highlighted">delivery</span>. The Mac and cheese and roasted beets again very impressed and I'm rarely impressed with <span class="highlighted">restaurant</span> Mac and cheese. I will order again! Love it!" <a href="http://www.yelp.com/user_details_review_search?userid=PhbrNuQrI14x6uk2YkdPFA&q=+Mister+Chicken+To+Go++" target="_blank">Read more</a></i><br />
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9. <a href="http://www.burger-club.com/" target="_blank"> Burger Club </a>- Burgers, Astoria</h3>
"<i>I've partaken in Burger Club's offerings twice (once <span class="highlighted">delivery</span> and once in the <span class="highlighted">restaurant</span>), and I've been a fan both times. I'll definitely be back / ordering again!<br /><br />FOOD:
their burgers are simply TASTY. Cooked well, with a quality bun, and
they do all the toppings (or specialty burgers) really well. They cater
to your requests, and the outcome is an awesome burger. If you're like
me and good with a plain old fashioned cheeseburger, the base burger
starts at $7.75 and then whatever additional charge for the cheese of
your choice. Me likey. Also, the house fries are delicious. What really
got me about Burger Club, and convinced me to come in, was that when I
ordered from Seamless, it was both fast and the bun was not at all soggy
(as often happens with <span class="highlighted">delivery</span>). Color me impressed.<br /><br />SERVICE: as I said, the <span class="highlighted">delivery</span>
was fast, and the service we received on Tuesday night was great.
Server was nice and attentive, and they didn't seem to mind while I
waited for about 20 minutes for the person I was meeting to show up
(train delays).<br /><br />Overall, definitely a place I could see myself becoming a regular at. Backward sign and all.<a href="http://www.yelp.com/user_details_review_search?userid=OjOgQY9xG4OpkTzknWh8zQ&q=burger+club" target="_blank">Read more</a></i><br />
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10. <i> <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/new-shanghai-restaurant-kew-gardens#query:delivery%20restaurant" target="_blank"> New Shanghai Restaurant </a></i>- Chinese, Japanese - Kew Gardens</h3>
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2-3 times a week !!! We typically order their Sushi Regular, Sushi
Deluxe, Chicken Katsu dinner or eel rolls and combos.... ALL of them are
very good. I guess we consistently order from here because of their
service and quick delivery. The lady answering the phone is super nice
and already knows what i want just by calling in !" <a href="http://www.yelp.com/user_details_review_search?userid=q0J8mI80VvVGXn4GKjvQ-A&q=+New+Shanghai+Restaurant+" target="_blank">Read more</a></i></span><br />
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The Roaming Reporterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05097424281497669050noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-518735045843633858.post-47330843537035690932015-01-03T12:16:00.000-08:002015-01-26T10:57:29.938-08:00Top Yummy Left-Over Treat Ideas<h3>
The holiday season has ended, sadly. The presents have been opened, the family and friends have returned home, and although the fridge is slightly empty, there are still remnants of the holiday season lingering around the kitchen. Left over eggnog, half used cookie batter perhaps. What is one to do? That's when creativity comes into effect! So before the New Year's gym resolution goes into full effect, try out these yummy left-over treat ideas for the final holiday hurrah!</h3>
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My cousins and I tried this recipe this holiday season. There was left over holiday cookie batter in the fridge. So instead of deciding the freeze the batter, we wanted to experiment. Oh what a tasty experiment it was.<br />
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To prepare this cookie we used short bread batter, chocolate chip cookie batter and a <i>mini Reese's Peanut Butter Cup</i>.<br />
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To make you need:<br />
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<li>Mini cupcake pan</li>
<li>Short Bread cookie batter prepared ( or the batter of your choice)</li>
<li>Chocolate chip cookie batter prepared ( or the batter of your choice)</li>
<li><i>Mini Reese's Peanut Butter cup (</i> or another candy bar of your choice)</li>
<li>Mini cupcake wrappers</li>
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1. Pre-heat oven to 350<br />
2. Place the mini cupcake wrapper in the cupcake tin<br />
3. Use a teaspoon to scoop in shortbread in the mini cupcake wrapper as the first layer.<br />
4. Place the mini <i>Reese's Peanut Butter</i> cup in the center.<br />
5. Scoop in the final layer of chocolate chip cookie batter.<br />
6. Bake in oven for 12 - 15 minutes of until golden brown.<br />
7. Cool for 5 min and enjoy the ultimate treat.<br />
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This is also great as gift for the last minute folks you forgot to add to your Christmas list. It can be a New Year gift. <br />
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2. <u>Eggnog Pancake</u></h4>
I love to prepare this meal every year. I love eggnog! So I make sure there is left - over so I can enjoy eggnog inspired delights during the month of January. Eggnog pancake is easy and quick to prepare. You use the same ingredients as you would to prepare normal pancakes. However, instead of milk, you would add eggnog to the batter. I like to include a little cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla to the batter to really turn up the eggnog flavor of the pancake.<br />
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3. <u>Eggnog Hot Chocolate</u></h4>
Hot chocolate is the official drink of the winder season. This sweet treat warms the body and comforts the soul. I look forward to hot chocolate during the winter months. I especially look forward to combining it with eggnog for the holidays. I will admit, this year I cheated and purchase a cup at <i>Second Cup </i>in Toronto, ON. I heard how yummy the eggnog hot chocolate was there, so I had to indulge. I had the <i>Eggnog Vanilla Bean Hot Chocolate. </i>It was delightful. It also came in an <i>Eggnog White Chocolate </i>option. If ever in the Greater Toronto area during the holiday season, you must have a cup. If decide to prepare this yummy drink at home, simply replace the milk with eggnog.<br />
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4. <u>Chocolate Liquor </u></h4>
This last treat is not a left-over idea. However, it was so yummy I had to share. I came across this jewel during my stay in Brampton, Ontario. This is <i>Chocolate Strawberry Wine</i>. Now, at first I was a little reluctant to try this libation. I was sure it would taste like chocolate covered cherries, which I am not a big fan of. However, after being tempted and encouraged by the lovely workers at <i>LCBO (</i>the liquor wholesale market in Toronto), I decided to give it a try. It was simply a delight. It had a smooth taste with the right blend of chocolate and strawberry. It is a great complement with dinner or sweet ending with a nice dessert.<br />
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<br />The Roaming Reporterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05097424281497669050noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-518735045843633858.post-24618876653929329872014-06-10T05:49:00.000-07:002014-06-10T05:49:15.839-07:00My Sweet Jamaican Adventure - Hip Stip, Montego Bay<h2>
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My recent roaming adventure lead me to the beautiful island of Jamaica.
Being a native of the island, I always jump at the opportunity to return to and
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Jamaica is divided into 14 parishes - <b>Cornwall County </b>: Hanover, Saint Elizabeth, Saint James, Trelawny, Westmoreland; <b>Middlesex County: </b>Clarendon, Manchester, Saint Ann, Saint Catherine, Saint Mary; <b>Surrey County: </b>Kingston
Parish, Portland, Saint Andrew, Saint Thomas. On this trip I was able
explore 4 parishes, Saint James, Trelawny, Manchester and Kingston
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My adventure began in Montego Bay, St James.
Montego Bay is the capital of the parish of Saint James. It is the
second largest city in Jamaica and the fourth largest by population
after Kingston, Spanish Town and Portmore. Montego Bay is a popular
tourist area. I stayed on the <i>Hip Strip </i>located along Gloucester Ave. The <i>Hip Strip </i>is a long road with hotels, beaches, shops and attractions.<br />
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Some of the <i>Hip Strip </i>attractions include <a href="https://www.margaritavillecaribbean.com/welcome_montegobay.html" target="_blank">Margaritaville ,</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AcropolisJa" target="_blank">Acropolis Gaming & Entertainment Centre</a> , Doctors Cave Beach and local free beaches. <br />
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Going to the beach is a must in Jamaica. The clear blue waters and beautiful sun rays make for a perfect day everyday in Jamaica. </div>
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Margaritaville was a delicious, exciting and entertaining experience. Now, normally when I return to my island I prefer to eat native foods. However, this time my pallet craved something different. I explored the tempting menu and was truly pleased. Each dish was prepared exquisitely. Although the entrees were familiar, each was prepared with Jamaican spices and flavors which created a unique twist.<br />
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<i>Jimmy's Jammin' Jambalya</i> was an extraordinary dish loaded with plump shrimp, chicken and succulent Jamaican andouille sausage simmered in a spicy (Jamaican styled) Cajun broth. Served on a fluffy bed of white rice. De-Lish!<br />
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The <i>Combo Platter</i> was one of my favorites. This beautiful dish was comprised of half a rack of finger-licking baby back ribs, zesty blackened chicken and crispy, deep fried with rich flavor, coconut shrimp served with golden french fries. The dish came with two dipping sauces, tangy bbq and a spicy pepper sauce. <br />
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The <i>Cheeseburger in Paradise </i>was exactly as described. I was definitely in paradise indulging in this scrumptious cheeseburger. It was a basic cheeseburger that I opted to have with crumbles of bleu cheese on top. What made the dish more delightful and fun was the guitar shaped platter it was served on. How cute and clever!<br />
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The <i>Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwich</i> was a marinated chicken breast topped with smoke applewood bacon, Swiss cheese, creamy avocado ( known as pear in Jamaica), lettuce and tomato presented in between a soft pretzel bum. I love the concept of pretzel and bread combined. Delicious! <br />
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This mamma jamma of a burger was a piece of beefy heaven. <i>The Bacon, Onion, Bleu cheese burger known as the B.O.B</i> was a juicy full-flavored burger layered with smoked applewood bacon, onion rings, drizzled bleu cheese dressing, lettuce, tomatoes and topped with Gorgonzola cheese crumbles served on a buttery brioche bun. I know...that was a mouthful. A big savory, finger-licking mouthful!<br />
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The <i>Jolly Man</i> is a fruity concoction busting with awesome flavor. It was a great companion to the delicious burgers. <br />
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<i>Bananarama </i>was a scrumptious delectable dessert. It is stamped as the <i>Caribbean Favorite </i>so it a must have when you visit Maragritaville. This glorious dessert was made with a perfectly ripe banana rolled inside a tortilla shell, fried crisp, topped with luscious chocolate sauce and served with a scoop of rich vanilla bean ice cream. Added as an extra special tasty treat were the freshly made banana chips and whip cream that garnished the dessert. Simply irresistible!<br />
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After a extraordinary meal, the fun adventures can begin. Margaritaville has a wild 120ft water slide that winds its way from the rooftop terrace and shoots you out into the beautiful Caribbean sea below. In addition there are two giant water trampolines and a huge water slide. </div>
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After an action packed fun filled day, Margaritaville offer dynamic nightlife. At night the restaurant is transformed into Club Ville and it totally comes alive. Nightlife includes a great mixture of tourist and locals. The deejays spin a great mix of reggae, dancehall, hip-hop and dance music. </div>
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So the next time you're in Jamaica make sure you stop by and visit the <i>Hip Strip. </i>Great adventures await you that will be flavorful and joyous for the soul.<br />
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Oscar week is here! Get ready for glitz, glamour, red carpet, and movies, movies, movies! The 2014, 86th Annual Academy Awards airs live from the Hollywood's Dolby Theatre on Sunday, March 2, at 7
p.m. EST. The Academy Awards or the Oscars is the
peak of the awards season. I can not wait to see the performances, hear
the fabulous jokes from this year awesome host <i>Ellen DeGeneres. </i> If you have not yet watched all of the movies on the Best Picture list, don't fret. There is still time. So, here is the Roaming Reporter to save the day. Below is a list of this years Best Picture nominees. <br />
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<i>Great movie. Awesome team of actors. Jennifer Lawrence was hilarious. This is my pick for Best Picture.</i></h4>
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<i>Excellent movie. Great acting by Tom Hanks and Barkhad Abdi. This
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<i><b>Excellent acting by Matthew Mcconaughey, Jared Leto</b> and <b>Jennifer Garner.</b></i><br />
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<i>Sandra Bullock and George Clooney did and excellent carrying the move. The computer graphics were phenomenal. I really feel </i><i><span class="st">Alfonso Cuarón has a chance at <b>Best Director.</b></span> </i></h4>
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<i>Very interesting. I love the way it was filmed. This is on my "hurry up and watch list"</i></h4>
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<i> (I have been following this film since it's debut at the Telluride
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received such artistic acclaim before its wide release. I am also very
excited for Lupita Nyong's</i> <b><i>Supporting Actress </i></b><i>nomination. This s her first film in America. Yay Lupita! Congrats to </i><i>Chiwetel Ejiofor. He is an awesome actor. I am glad he is finally getting due recognition. The cinematography and sound design was excellent. However, I don't think it will take home Best Picture. </i></h4>
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<i>Wonderful film. Great directing and acting. It was humor and drama all rolled up into one. Congrats to </i><i><b>Leonardo DiCaprio</b><i><b> </b>for his <b>Best Actor </b>nomination.
I really hope he wins this year. There are many great contenders in
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<b>BEST DIRECTOR</b><br />
Alfonso Cuarón, <i>Gravity</i><br />
Steve McQueen, <i>12 Years a Slave</i><br />
Alexander Payne, <i>Nebraska</i><br />
David O. Russell, <i>American Hustle</i><br />
Martin Scorsese, <i>The Wolf of Wall Street</i><br />
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Christian Bale, <i>American Hustle</i><br />
Bruce Dern, <i>Nebraska</i><br />
Leonardo DiCaprio, <i>The Wolf of Wall Street</i><br />
Chiwetel Ejiofor, <i>12 Years a Slave</i><br />
Matthew McConaughey, <i>Dallas Buyers Club</i><br />
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<b>BEST ACTRESS</b><br />
Amy Adams, <i>American Hustle</i><br />
Cate Blanchett, <i>Blue Jasmine</i><br />
Sandra Bullock, <i>Gravity</i><br />
Judi Dench, <i>Philomena</i><br />
Meryl Streep, <i>August: Osage County</i><br />
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<b>BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR</b><br />
Barkhad Abdi, <i>Captain Phillips</i><br />
Bradley Cooper, <i>American Hustle</i><br />
Michael Fassbender, <i>12 Years a Slave</i><br />
Jonah Hill, <i>The Wolf of Wall Street</i><br />
Jared Leto, <i>Dallas Buyers Club</i><br />
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Sally Hawkins, <i>Blue Jasmine</i><br />
Jennifer Lawrence, <i>American Hustle</i><br />
Lupita Nyong'o, <i>12 Years a Slave</i><br />
Julia Roberts, <i>August: Osage County</i><br />
June Squibb, <i>Nebraska</i><br />
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<b>BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY</b><br />
David O. Russell and Eric Warren Singer, <i>American Hustle</i><br />
Woody Allen, <i>Blue Jasmine</i><br />
Craig Borten and Melisa Wallack, <i>Dallas Buyers Club</i><br />
Spike Jonze, <i>Her</i><br />
Bob Nelson, <i>Nebraska</i><br />
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Richard Linklater, Julie Delpy and Ethan Hawke, <i>Before Midnight</i><br />
Billy Ray, <i>Captain Philips</i><br />
Steve Coogan and Jeff Pope, <i>Philomena</i><br />
John Ridley, <i>12 Years a Slave</i><br />
Terence Winter, <i>The Wolf of Wall Street</i><br />
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<b>BEST ANIMATED FEATURE</b><i><br />The Croods<br /> Despicable Me 2<br />Ernest</i> & <i>Celestine</i><b><i><br /> </i></b><i>Frozen<br />The Wind Rises</i><i><br /></i>
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<b>BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM</b><i><br />The Broken Circle Breakdown</i> (Belgium)<i><br /> The Great Beauty </i>(Italy)<i><br /> The Hunt </i>(Denmark)<i><br />The Missing Picture </i>(Cambodia)<i><br />Omar </i>(Palestine)<br />
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<b>BEST DOCUMENTARY – FEATURE</b><i><br />The Act of Killing<br />Cutie and the Boxer<br />Dirty Wars<br />The Square<br />20 Feet From Stardom</i><br />
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"Alone Not Alone," <i>Alone Yet Not Alone</i><br />
"Let It Go," <i>Frozen</i><br />
"The Moon Song," <i>Her</i><br />
"Ordinary Love," <i>Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom</i><br />
<i>"Happy," <i>Despicable Me 2 ( <b>Congrats to Pharrell Williams on this nomination. I'm so happy!)</b></i></i><br />
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Philippe Le Sourd, <i>The Grandmaster</i><br />
Emmanuel Lubezki, <i>Gravity</i><br />
Bruno Delbonnel, <i>Inside Llewyn Davis</i><br />
Phedon Papamichael, <i>Nebraska</i><br />
Roger A. Deakins, <i>Prisoners</i><br />
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Michael Wilkinson, <i>American Hustle</i><br />
William Chang Suk Ping, <i>The Grandmaster</i><br />
Catherine Martin, <i>The Great Gatsby</i><br />
Michael O'Connor, <i>The Invisible Woman</i><br />
Patricia Norris, <i>12 Years a Slave</i><br />
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<b>BEST DOCUMENTARY – SHORT SUBJECT</b><i><br />CaveDigger<br />Facing Fear<br />Karama Has No Walls<br />The Lady in Number 6: Music Saved My Life<br />Prison Terminal: The Last Days of Private Jack Hall</i><br />
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Jay Cassidy, Crispin Struthers and Alan Baumgarten, <i>American Hustle</i><br />
Christopher Rouse, <i>Captain Phillips</i><br />
John Mac McMurphy and Martin Pensa, <i>Dallas Buyers Club</i><br />
Alfonso Cuarón and Mark Sanger, <i>Gravity</i><br />
Joe Walker, <i>12 Years a Slave</i><br />
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Adruitha Lee and Robin Mathew, <i>Dallas Buyers Club</i><br />
Stephen Prouty, <i>Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa</i><br />
Joel Harlow and Gloria Pasqua-Casny, <i>The Lone Ranger </i><br />
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John Williams, <i>The Book Thief</i><br />
Steven Price, <i>Gravity</i><br />
William Butler and Owen Pallett, <i>Her</i><br />
Alexandre Desplat, <i>Philomena</i><br />
Thomas Newman, <i>Saving Mr. Banks</i><br />
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Judy Becker (Production Design) and Heather Loeffler (Set Decoration), <i>American Hustle</i><br />
Andy Nicholson (Production Design); Rosie Goodwin and Joanne Woollard (Set Decoration), <i>Gravity</i><br />
Catherine Martin (Production Design) and Beverley Dunn (Set Decoration), <i>The Great Gatsby</i><br />
K.K. Barrett (Production Design) and Gene Serdena (Set Decoration), <i>Her</i><br />
Adam Stockhausen (Production Design) and Alice Baker (Set Decoration), <i>12 Years a Slave</i><br />
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<b>BEST SHORT FILM – ANIMATED</b><i><br />Feral<br />Get a Horse!<br />Mr. Hublot<br />Possessions<br />Room on the Broom</i><br />
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Steve Boeddeker and Richard Hymns, <i>All Is Lost</i><br />
Oliver Tarney, <i>Captain Phillips</i><br />
Glenn Freemantle, <i>Gravity</i><br />
Brent Burge, <i>The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug</i><br />
Wylie Stateman, <i>Lone Survivor</i><br />
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Chris Burdon, Mark Taylor, Mike Prestwood Smith and Chris Munro, <i>Captain Phillips</i><br />
"Gravity" Skip Lievsay, Niv Adiri, Christopher Benstead and Chris Munro, <i>Gravity</i><br />
Christopher Boyes, Michael Hedges, Michael Semanick and Tony Johnson, <i>The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug</i><br />
Skip Lievsay, Greg Orloff and Peter F. Kurland, <i>Inside Llewyn Davis</i><br />
Andy Koyama, Beau Borders and David Brownlow, <i>Lone Survivor</i><br />
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Tim Webber, Chris Lawrence, Dave Shirk and Neil Corbould, <i>Gravity</i><br />
Joe Letteri, Eric Saindon, David Clayton and Eric Reynolds, <i>The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug</i><br />
Christopher Townsend, Guy Williams, Erik Nash and Dan Sudick, <i>Iron Man 3</i><br />
Tim Alexander, Gary Brozenich, Edson Williams and John Frazier, <i>The Lone Ranger</i><br />
Roger Guyett, Patrick Tubach, Ben Grossmann and Burt Dalton, <i>Star Trek Into Darkness</i><br />
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to learn the final results. Also, you can visit the official <a href="http://oscar.go.com/" target="_blank">Oscar</a> <i> </i>websites to print a ballot for your Oscar viewing party and learn more about the spectacular nominees. Cheers and I'll see you on "red carpet." <br />
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So the day has finally come! The 2014, 86th Annual Academy Awards nomination list was announced this morning live from the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills, Calif. The Academy Awards or the Oscars is the peak of the awards season. I can not wait to see the performances, hear the fabulous jokes from this year awesome host <i>Ellen DeGeneres, ( </i>who I recently learned is from Metairie, Louisiana. Shout out to my Louisiana homegirl) and ofcourse the sensational fashion pieces that will glide down the red carpet. It will be all the rave. The Oscars will broadcast live from Hollywood's Dolby Theatre on Sunday, March 2, at 7 p.m. EST. True, this is not the usual local Roaming Reporter article. However, this is entertainment and who doesn't love entertainment. Now, to the list of this year's nominees:<br />
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<strong>BEST ACTOR</strong><br />Christian Bale, <em>American Hustle</em><br />Bruce Dern, <em>Nebraska</em><br />Leonardo DiCaprio, <em>The Wolf of Wall Street</em><br />Chiwetel Ejiofor, <em>12 Years a Slave</em><br />Matthew McConaughey, <em>Dallas Buyers Club</em><br />
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<strong>BEST ACTRESS</strong><br />Amy Adams, <em>American Hustle</em><br />Cate Blanchett, <em>Blue Jasmine</em><br />Sandra Bullock, <em>Gravity</em><br />Judi Dench, <em>Philomena</em><br />Meryl Streep, <em>August: Osage County</em><br />
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<strong>BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS</strong><br />Sally Hawkins, <em>Blue Jasmine</em><br />Jennifer Lawrence, <em>American Hustle</em><br /> Lupita Nyong'o, <em>12 Years a Slave</em><br /> Julia Roberts, <em>August: Osage County</em><br /> June Squibb, <em>Nebraska</em><br />
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<strong>BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY</strong><br /> David O. Russell and Eric Warren Singer, <em>American Hustle</em><br />Woody Allen, <em>Blue Jasmine</em><br />Craig Borten and Melisa Wallack, <em>Dallas Buyers Club</em><em></em><br />Spike Jonze, <em>Her</em><br />Bob Nelson, <em>Nebraska</em><br />
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<strong>BEST ADAPTED SCREENPLAY</strong><br />Richard Linklater, Julie Delpy and Ethan Hawke, <em>Before Midnight</em><br />Billy Ray, <em>Captain Philips</em><br />Steve Coogan and Jeff Pope, <em>Philomena</em><strong></strong><br />John Ridley, <em>12 Years a Slave</em><strong></strong><br />Terence Winter, <em>The Wolf of Wall Street</em><br />
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<strong>BEST ANIMATED FEATURE</strong><em><br />The Croods<br /> Despicable Me 2<br />Ernest</em> & <em>Celestine</em><strong><em><br /> </em></strong><em>Frozen<br />The Wind Rises</em><em><br /></em>
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<strong>BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM</strong><em><br />The Broken Circle Breakdown</em> (Belgium)<em><br /> The Great Beauty </em>(Italy)<em><br /> The Hunt </em>(Denmark)<em><br />The Missing Picture </em>(Cambodia)<em><br />Omar </em>(Palestine)<br />
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<em>"Happy," <em>Despicable Me 2 ( <b>Congrats to Pharrell Williams on this nomination. I'm so happy!)</b></em></em><br />
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<strong>BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY</strong><br />Philippe Le Sourd, <em>The Grandmaster</em><br />Emmanuel Lubezki, <em>Gravity</em><br />Bruno Delbonnel, <em>Inside Llewyn Davis</em><br />Phedon Papamichael, <em>Nebraska</em><br />Roger A. Deakins, <em>Prisoners</em><br />
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<strong>BEST DOCUMENTARY – SHORT SUBJECT</strong><em><br />CaveDigger<br />Facing Fear<br />Karama Has No Walls<br />The Lady in Number 6: Music Saved My Life<br />Prison Terminal: The Last Days of Private Jack Hall</em><br />
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There you have it, the full 2014 list of hopefuls. It's going to be exciting to learn the final results. So, if you haven't seen any of the incredible films on the list, you still have a few weeks to catch up before the grand event. Also, you can visit the official <a href="http://oscar.go.com/" target="_blank">Oscar</a> <em> </em>websites to print a ballot and learn more about the spectacular nominees. Cheers and I'll see you on "red carpet." <br />
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<em> </em>The Roaming Reporterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05097424281497669050noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-518735045843633858.post-46857588630605203102014-01-04T17:56:00.002-08:002014-01-05T13:23:21.792-08:00Top 5 Yummy Eggnog Left Over Recipes <h4>
Sadly the holidays are over and you may have a few containers of eggnog remaining. Now, because everyone is preparing to begin "the New Year diet" you think to yourself, "what am I do with all the nog?" Well don't you fret. The Roaming Reporter has some suggestions. As I roamed around through holidays meeting people and asking "what do you do with left over eggnog," I have finally complied some answers. Enjoy and let me know your eggnog recipe success stories. Cheers! <a class="g-profile" href="http://plus.google.com/102164774142105223682" target="_blank">+Shuga Henry</a> </h4>
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The winter season is the perfect time for hot chocolate. A little eggnog adds a creative awesome twist. The recipe is super easy and it's delicious!<br />
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I tried this recipe on New Years and the results were quite scrumptious. This is a great companion to the eggnog hot chocolate. Yum!<br />
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<li><b> </b>1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature<br />2 to 2-1/2 cups confectioner's sugar<br />3 tablespoons low-fat eggnog<br />1/2 tablespoon rum<br />1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg<br /><span style="font-family: Georgia;">ground cinnamon and cinnamon sticks for garnish, if desired </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: Georgia;">1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line 12 cupcake cups with liners. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia;">2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and nutmeg. </span><span style="font-family: Georgia;">3. In a separate bowl, combine the rum, eggnog, vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar and vanilla extract together. </span><span style="font-family: Georgia;">4. Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and beat just to combine. </span><span style="font-family: Georgia;">5. </span><span style="font-family: Georgia;">Fill the cupcake liners. Fill about 2/3 of the way if you want flat cupcakes and 3/4 of the way if you want rounded tops. <br />6.
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;"><span style="font-family: Georgia;">This recipe is my favorite. I prepared this for my family on Christmas Eve and it was an excellent hit. This is a quick easy recipe. All I did was replace the milk with eggnog, added vanilla and freshly grated nutmeg. The nutmeg really give it that extra kick.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;"><span style="font-family: Georgia;"> <u>2. Eggnog Jello Shots</u></span></span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;"><span style="font-family: Georgia;">I discovered this recipe on EisforEat.com. Jaymee Sire submitted this delightful drink. I prepared this the day after New Years and it really was a festive party in a cup. Thanks Jaymee for helping me keep the good times rolling. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia;"><span style="font-family: Georgia;"> <a class="g-profile" href="http://plus.google.com/111280317853689346536" target="_blank">+Jaymee Sire</a> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;"><span style="font-family: Georgia;">I love ice-cream and I love eggnog. This recipe combines that best of both world. This is my number one favorite recipe I enjoying making during the holidays. Recently, someone shared a twist on the traditional idea with eggnog <i>brownie chunk ice-cream. </i>I tried this new twist and I was in heaven. The marriage of eggnog and chocolate into creamy ice-cream was dreamy. Thanks <a class="g-profile" href="http://plus.google.com/110138085643543280151" target="_blank">+shawn syphus</a> for the decadent holiday treat.</span></span><br />
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My trip to Canada concluded with dinner at <i>Harlem Restaurant </i>in downtown Toronto<i>.</i> I tell you, this was the best food I tasted during my trip. I dinned at the <i>67 Richmond St. E</i> location of the restaurant. As soon as I walked through the door I feel in love with this eatery. <a class="g-profile" href="https://plus.google.com/105262712137657815302" target="_blank">+Harlem Restaurant</a> serves Southern Caribbean cuisine. Now, being a gal of the south and Jamaica W.I., I had to authenticate this concoction of flavor.</h4>
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I entered the establishment as was mesmerized by the charming hanging red curtain and phonograph that lead to the main dining area. I parted the curtains and was instantly drawn in by the welcoming embrace of the eclectic environment. The warm red covered walls, the intimate space, the beautiful assortment of color infused original paintings, created a soulful inviting atmosphere. I loved the artsy feel of the interior. The owner did an excellent job capturing the art inspired Harlem Renaissance aspect of Harlem, NY.<br />
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I had the delightful impromptu opportunity to sit down and chat with owner and chef Carl Cassell.<br />
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<b>Shuga: What is the inspiration behind <i>Harlem Restaurant?</i></b><br />
<b>Cassell:<i> </i></b><i>Harlem</i> is the evolution of another restaurant I owned named <i>Irie. Harlem </i>is more inclusive of the entire diaspora. At <i>Harlem</i> we can provide an inclusive menu of Southern and Caribbean style of cooking. The people from the south cook food similar to the way we [Caribbean people] do. Like collard greens which would be our [Jamaicans] version of callaloo.<br />
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<b>Shuga: How long has <i>Harlem</i> been in existence?</b><br />
<b>Cassell: </b>We have been opened for 7 years.<b> </b> <br />
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<b>Shuga: Why did you choose <i>Harlem</i> as the name of restaurant?</b><br />
<b>Cassell: </b>Harlem is instantly recognizable. I wanted to evoke a response in people that they'll never forget it. Positive or negative, I wanted it to leave "you" with an impression. That's what I wanted to do, "kick the door open."<br />
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<b>Shuga: What is the inspiration behind the decor?</b><br />
<b>Cassell: </b>The decor is inspired by the 1920's. The original name was <i>Harlem 1920</i>. As you come through the door you will see the phonograph. It's kind of a 1920's art deco feel. The deep red....gives it a bold feel. <br />
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<b>Shuga: I understand you have weekly live entertainment.</b><br />
<b>Cassell: </b>Yes. That was kind of our mantra. That's what created <i>Harlem</i> in a sense.<b> </b>When I had <i>Irie, </i>which has been converted into a <i>Harlem </i>as well, it kind of became the place to meet people. I've been in the city [Toronto] for a while and half of my friends are artists, actors, musicians and <i>Irie </i>became like an impromptu music venue. So when this place [<i>Harle</i>m] opened the idea was to create an artistic space which we provide with a stage upstairs.<br />
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<i>Harlem Restaurant </i>has two floors, both of which feature dining rooms with candlelit tables. The top floor has a stage where weekly entertainment is presented.<br />
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After my Q&A, it was time to taste the delicious food. The menu was mounted on a vinyl record which a found to be quite clever. It really tied into the rustic chic theme. There were so many lip-smacking choices. I had a difficult time
choosing. Thankfully Carl Cassell provided some excellent suggestions, and oh was it extraordinary roller coaster ride for my taste buds.<br />
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I went with a group of friends so I was able to sample a few dishes. I started with a <i>Miles Davis </i>cocktail which was a mix of Jamaican Overproof Rum, Peach Schnapps, mango, passion fruit juice and lemon. Cassell said that was a signature drink for <i>Harlem. </i>It tasted smooth and was mixed just right. Next I sampled the <i>Harlem Kool-Aide. </i>This drink was made with Triple Sec, Melon Liquor and cranberry juice. It tasted tangy and sweet with just the right amount of alcohol. It was simply superb.</div>
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We started by sharing a plate of <i>Catfish Lafayette </i>, which was breaded deep fried morsels of catfish served with a sweet chilli mayonnaise sauce for dipping. The breading was seasoned well and the catfish was light and flaky. The dipping sauce added an extra kick. However, I also found the catfish quite scrumptious on its own. </div>
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The baked <i>Mac-n-Cheese</i> sprinkled with Parmesan cheese was hearty, creamy and satisfying . </div>
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<i>Blackened Salmon</i> is a creole inspired dish-- salmon topped with a seafood étoufee sauce, served with mixed greens and coconut rice and peas. The interesting part of this dish was the mixed greens which was collard greens infused with carrots and celery. I have never had collard greens prepared in such a manner. I found it quite pleasing.<br />
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The BBQ Jerk sauce really made the dish. The sauce was sweet with a hint of spice. I loved it so much I asked for a small container to carry home.<br />
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Rice is a very important componet to the Caribbean dish. This rice was fluffy and light with a pleasant hint of coconut flavor. It came very close to the sweetness of my mother's cooking.<br />
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The signature dish of <i>Harlem </i>is <i>Chicken and Waffles.</i> First, the presentation of the dish was the best I have ever seen. I have been to many restaurants that serve this dish and <i>Harlem's </i>presentation is the most attractive. I love that the chicken came with three dipping sauces - sweet and sour, maple syrup, and scotch-bonet-corriander-lime gravy. The chicken was exquisitely prepared --juicy, tender meat, covered in a thick, crispy batter. One bite and I feel under it's sinfully delicious spell. The waffles were fluffy with a tasty buttermilk flavor.<br />
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My meal concluded with a signature slice of <i>Mango chiffon cheese cake. </i>The delectable dessert was velvety light and heavenly extraordinary.<br />
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The dinner was accompanied by a comedy show presented by one of Toronto's top comedians <a class="g-profile" href="https://plus.google.com/111105224680743530336" target="_blank">+Quinn Martin</a>. He was very entertaining and a great complement to a satisfying evening.<br />
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Overall, my experience at <i>Harlem Restaurant </i>was filled with appetizing foods, gracious portion sizes, friendly service and excellent entertainment. The restaurant provided a great taste of the traditional South with new twists of flavors. I truly had a marvelous time and look forward to returning in the future. So, next time your in Toronto, stop on by <i>Harlem Restaurant </i>for a roller coaster ride your taste-buds will never forget. <a href="http://www.harlemrestaurant.com/#eat-together" target="_blank">Harlem Restaurant -East</a><br />
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My roaming adventures in Canada has been quite festive. Coming from New York I thought I knew what cold was. To my surprise, I did not really understand real cold weather until I visited Canada. Never the less, I quickly learned the proper dress code and all was good. So, I have complied a list of the Best Top 5 things you must eat when traveling to Toronto. Enjoy!</h4>
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<u>5. Fanzorelli's Restaurant & Wine Bar</u></h2>
<b><i>Fanzorelli's</i> </b>is a wonderful Italian restaurant located in the downtown area of Brampton, Ontario. The interior is quaint and romantic with beautiful paintings of Italian scenery on the walls. The delicious smells of the Italian flavors envelops you as soon as you walk through the door. My cousin Keesha, a native of Canada told me she has been dining at <b><i>Fanzorelli's</i></b> for 12 years. Her most favorite dish that she has been ordering for 12 years is<b><i> </i></b><i>Farfelle</i><b><i>,</i></b> which is fresh roasted peppers pureed in a cream sauce with diced grilled chicken presented on a mountain of bow tie pasta. Keesha also stated that in all the years she has been visiting there, the staff has always been very welcoming and friendly. The owner, Mr Anthony is always there to greet the patrons with a warm smile. <i><b>Fanzorelli's </b></i>offers great food, large scrumptious portions, flavorful mixed drinks, delectable desserts and excellent customer for a reasonable price. <a href="http://www.fanzorellis.ca/index.html" target="_blank">http://www.fanzorellis.ca/index.html</a><br />
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<b><i>Ketchup Chips</i></b> is a must have in Canada. It is a staple well-loved snack that can only be found in Canada. I first learned of <b><i>Ketchup Chips </i></b>in the early 90's from my Canadian cousins. At the time, Herr's was the distributor of the chip. When the flavour was introduced in the early-1980s by Herr’s, the recipe
was changed three times before everyone was satisfied. The chip has been
consistently sold and adored ever since. The chips are potato chips, that are treated
with a ketchup-based powder that turns them red and adds the flavor of
ketchup. Most recently, Lay's has started producing <i><b>Ketchup Chips. </b></i>However, I don't feel the company has captured the original taste of the beloved chip. This version tasted more like salt and vinegar chips. You can hardly taste the signature ketchup taste. So on your visit to Canada look for <b><i>Herr's or Hostess Ketchup Chips</i> </b>and get the authentic flavour of this tasty treat. <a href="http://www.herrs.com/products/chips/ketchup.html" target="_blank">http://www.herrs.com/products/chips/ketchup.html</a><br />
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As I journeyed around town, I kept seeing ads for something called <i>Poutine. </i>This dish was being offered at many establishments even McDonald's so I had to get the full scoop on this foreign dish. I learned from the locals that <i><b>poutine</b></i> is a common Canadian dish originated from Quebec in the late 1950's. The word <i>poutine </i>is the meaning "fries with cheese and gravy." <i>Poutine</i> is made with French fries and topped with a light brown gravy-like sauce and fresh cheese curds. The French fries are of medium thickness then fried so that the inside stays soft while the outside is deliciously crunchy.</div>
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This fast food dish can be found all across Canada and also in some places in northern United States. It was suggested that I visit a restaurant called <b><i>Poutine ( <a href="http://www.poutinedaretobefresh.ca/" target="_blank">http://www.poutinedaretobefresh.ca/) </a></i></b>in downtown Brampton, Ontario for my first sample of this exotic dish. I must say that the <b><i>poutine </i></b>was delicious. The fries tasted crunchy and fresh. I learned from the owner that the fries are freshly cut and fried everyday. The gravy had a traditional gravy taste with a hit of other spices that the owner explained was their secret sauce. Well, whatever the secret it, it's delicious. I had the classic <b><i>poutine</i></b><i>. </i>The menu also showcased <b> <i>loaded poutine</i>, </b><i><b>Philly Cheese Steak poutine, chili-cheese supreme, vegetarian</b> </i>and much more.<i> </i></div>
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<b><u>2. The Burger's Priest</u></b></h2>
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I learned of <b><i>The Burger's Priest </i></b>from another local referral. Amongst the many burger joints in Toronto, <i><b>The Burger's Priest</b></i><b> </b>reigns supreme. I was told that this establishment was featured on Toronto's <b><i>Burger Wars </i></b>as the best chow in town. <i><b>The Burger's Priest, </b></i>which is a classic American cheeseburger joint<i><b> </b></i>is the brain child of owner/chef <b>Shant Mardirosian. </b>After graduating seminary school, Mardirosian realized being a priest wasn't the future for him. So he took his love of hamburgers and being a good Christian and created the Burger's Priest. (<i>Read more of Shant Mardirosian's Burger story <a href="http://www.yongestreetmedia.ca/features/burgerspriest040312.aspx" target="_blank">http://www.yongestreetmedia.ca/features/burgerspriest040312.aspx</a></i> )<b>. </b>Since opening its first shop at Queen and Coxwell in June 2010, the
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I had the California Classic. I was told that is was one of the most popular. I really enjoyed this burger. The meat was tender, seasoned well and very juicy. The manger told me the beef is always fresh and I could taste the freshness in the burger. A custom blend of ultra premium beef is ground multiple times a day on premise. The meat was sandwiched between a lightly buttered and grilled fluffy bun. The meat was coated with priest sauce, a slice of melted cheese, caramelized onions with lettuce and tomato - amazing. I mean the burger literally melted in mouth. My side of fries were divine. The crisp and awesome flavor was heavenly. The manager told me the French fries are first blanched and then fried to lock in the flavor. Overall, the <i>Burger's Priest </i>was a sinfully indulgent time. The lines can get a little lengthy. However, it's well worth the wait. <a href="http://www.theburgerspriest.com/menu/" target="_blank">http://www.theburgerspriest.com/menu/</a><br />
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My most finger- licking discovery was <b><i>Harlem Restaurant </i></b>located in downtown Toronto. <i>Harlem Restaurant </i>serves a fusion of Southern Caribbean cuisine. From the moment I walked into the establishment, I feel in-love. There were so many lip-smacking choices, I had a difficult time choosing. Thankfully, owner/ chef Carl Cassell suggested I try the signature dish of <b><i>Chicken and Waffles</i></b>. And oh was it extraordinary roller coaster ride for my taste buds. <i>Read full review <a href="http://shugatheroamingreporter.blogspot.com/2014/01/toronto-feature-review-harlem-restaurant.html" target="_blank">Harlem Restaurant Review</a></i><br />
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My roaming adventures have taken me to the province Ontario, Canada. I always enjoy coming to Canada. I love the wide open spaces, clean air, clean wide streets and the charming friendly people. A wonderful refreshing change of pace from the crazy rat race of New York. </h3>
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Upon my arrival to Canada I was greeted by the aftermaths of a winter ice storm. The entire city was covered in layers of ice, from the trees to the road ways. I learned that ice rain and snow had been falling for three days. So, although a little frightening on the roadways, the ice frozen trees added a beautiful artistic touch to the holidays. The neighborhood street sparkled as the bright sunlight bounced off the snow and reflected unto the uniquely shaped trees. It was exquisite.</h4>
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After a few days of being shut- in due to the icey conditions, I was finally freed to venture out and explore. I received a recommendation from the locals to visit <i>Joe Mama's</i> a Southern Styled restaurant with nightly entertainment. Now, having lived in the south for more than seven years I had to sample this cuisine to authenticate the flavor. </h4>
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Originally I wanted to visit the restaurant on Saturday because I heard great reviews about a cover band named Shugga. However, for Saturday the reservation was a little difficult to attain so I had to visit on a Friday. If you are planning to visit <i>Joe Mama's </i>on a Saturday, reservations are recommended. <br />
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<i>Joe Mama's</i> is located in the heart of Toronto's entertainment district on the King Street strip . The interior of the restaurant is intimate and quaint. The walls are painted red and decorated with large photos of Motown greats like Marvin Gaye, The Supremes and Stevie Wonder. There are round marble glass retro light fixtures hanging from the ceiling and attractively placed on the walls. The entire room was dimmed in a warm red and orange light. The entire space screamed sultry, jazz and soul.<br />
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Now on to the food. I was eager to read the menu to discover what tasty southern delights awaited me. However, I was a little perplexed as I read through the choices. The menu reflected more of a Cajun style than a southern style. Some of the menu items included Etouffe, Cajun Cob Salad, Cornmeal Crushed Catfish Sticks, Seafood Soul Pasta and Grilled Cajun Chicken n' Shrimp. I was looking for more southern classic dishes such as mac & cheese, fried chicken or items that were smothered, in gravy or fried.<br />
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Since I traveled with friends, I was able to try a few dishes. I sampled the Seafood Soul Pasta, Cornmeal Battered Fried Shrimp, Surf n' Turf Fettucini, and Shredded BBq Chicken served with angel hair pasta. For dessert I had Red Velvet cake and Bailey's coffee. Overall the food was unexciting. The presentation was nice but the dishes were a little bland and most certainly lacking Southern spices and flavor.<br />
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However, I did enjoy the drinks. The cocktails are named after musical artists. I found that to be quite cleaver. The drinks tied right into the decor of the eatery. I loved that. The choices included, <i>Barry Gordy</i> which is 2 part Absolut and dash dry Vermouth, <i>Gloria Gaynor</i> which is 1 part Absolut kurant, 1 part Southern Comfort, orange juice and dash of Grenadine, <i>Marvin Gaye</i> which is 1 part Absolute and Blue Curacao, and <i>Gladys Knight</i>, which was recommended as the most popular, is made with 1 part Absolut mandarin, Cointreau, Malibu rum, Grenadine and a dash of pineapple. ( <b>Full cocktail list</b> <a href="http://www.joemamas.ca/frames/menu.html" target="_blank">http://www.joemamas.ca/frames/menu.html</a>)<br />
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My favorite part of the evening was the live music. The entertainment for the night was a cover band named <i>The Grind</i>. The band featured R&B and Funk music. The lead singer was high energy and engaging.<br />
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Ti's the season for hustle and bustle. This is the time of year that everyone is running around like crazy desperately trying to hunt down the perfect gift. One roams from shop to shop to stand on line after line to get the latest sale items highlighted in the weekly circulars. The whole process is truly tiring but fun nonetheless. As I roamed through the city this week popping in and out of stores looking for the perfect items, I began to feel famished. I roamed a little further down the street and encountered a <i>2Bros Piz</i><i>za. </i><br />
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I love this pizza pallor. It's a perfect place to grab a nice warm tasty inexpensive meal in a hurry. The spices and flavors in the pizza are simply wonderful. The crust is toasty and brown with just the right amount of crunch.<br />
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In 2007, 2<i>Bros Pizza </i>opened its doors at St. Marks Place, New York and instantly became a neighborhood staple. Since then the company has expanded throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn. What is so awesome about this pizza is the quality of taste for the excellent cost of $1.00. In a city where everything seems to cost a stack of bills, it is refreshing to find a delicious treat for one bill. <i>2Bros Pizza </i>are located:<br />
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<li>36 St. Marls Place, New York, NY 10003 - East Village</li>
<li> 601 6th Ave, New York, NY 10011 - Chelsea</li>
<li>755 6th Ave, New York, NY 10010 - Flatiron</li>
<li>542 9th Ave, New York, NY 100018 - Port Authority</li>
<li>557 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018 - 8th Ave</li>
<li>31 W 46th St., New York, NY 10036 - Midtown</li>
<li>395 Ave Extensions Btwn Fulton & DeKalb, Brooklyn, NY 11201</li>
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<i>2Bros Pizza </i>offers an array of flavored pizzas including Cheese, Chicken, White pie which is classic white pizza with mozzarella and ricotta, Hawaiian pizza, Vegetable and Sausage and Peppers pizza. So during this holiday season as you journey through New York City shopping, enjoying the holiday lights, sipping hot chocolate, and taking in all the holiday cheer, stop by a <i>2Bros Pizza </i>and enjoy a heavenly slice of delight. <br />
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<b> </b>My roaming adventures this week lead me to Bourbon Street re<b>staurant in Bayside, Queens. </b></h4>
As I drove down Bell Blvd I happened to notice Mardi Gras masks and a large sign that read <i>"Bourbon Street."</i> I said, this looks interesting I better investigate. Now, having resided and fallen in love with Louisiana, I had to authenticate this Cajun cuisine. When I walked through the door I was greeted with a warm smile from the hostess who lead me to my seat. The interior was charming and the ambiance was casual and relaxed. There is a full bar and large televisions excellent for watching sports. Away from the bar were quiet dinning areas. The walls held colorful vibrant paintings of jazz musicians, Mardi Gras masks and swanky scenes of New Orleans. Each table setting included colorful Mardi Gras beads. The archway has an enchanting French style gate that provided a nice French Quarter “N’Awlins touch.<br />
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Now on to the food. The bread basket came with an array of breads including honey wheat, white roll, corn bread and everything flat bread. The basket was accompanied with a sweet homemade pecan butter. It was a wonderful complement to the breads. I also had the opportunity to taste a fresh batch of apple cinnamon butter, a holiday specialty for the season. My waitress Kim, who was quite delightful provided some marvelous suggestions to acquaint me with the menu.<br />
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My meal commenced with BBQ Shrimp. Now this was no average bbq shrimp I have ever tasted. This dish was comprised of plump jumbo shrimp seasoned with Cajun spices in a secret cream sauce served with garlic bread. The cream sauce was buttery, rich and creamy. It had the right balance of spice with a hint of barbeque. The shrimp was seasoned to perfection and the garlic bread was fluffy with a light crunch. I tell you this reporter had a superb time sopping up each drop of the delicious cream sauce.<br />
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Next Kim recommended Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese. This hearty dish was prepared with spicy, crispy buffalo breaded chicken cutlets served on top of a mountain of penne pasta swimming in homemade buffalo butter cheese sauce topped off with large crumbles of blue cheese. D-Lish is all I could say as the flavor fusions exploded in my mouth.<br />
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Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese</h4>
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My meal concluded with a grand slice of homemade apple crumbled pie served with a drizzle of raspberry sauce and a heavenly scoop of vanilla ice- cream.<br />
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Homemade Apple Crumbled Pie</h4>
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Other scrumptious menu items include Pulled Pork Nachos, Almond Crusted Coconut Catfish, Seafood Gumbo, Chicken and Shrimp Jambalaya and so much more. <i>Bourbon Street </i>offers daily dinner specials and live music. Other specials include Thursday night $1 sliders, Monday - Friday 2 for 1 appetizers and $3.50 Apple Martinis and Cosmos. Upcoming holiday events include Brunch with Santa on Sunday, December 15 at 11:30am and Ugly Sweater Party, Wednesday, December 19th at 8:30pm. I'm looking forward to the Ugly sweater affair. <i>Bourbon Street</i> also serves gluten free and vegetarian dishes.<br />
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Overall, I had a delightful time. I would have enjoyed hearing some
jazz and dixieland music splashed in between the sports report on
television. Nevertheless, a girl can't have it all. I miss the southern comforts of Louisiana daily, however, <i>Bourbon Street</i> brought this reporter a little taste of home. The price was moderate, the service was great and the was food fantastic. So if you're roaming through the Bayside, Queens area and you're looking for a new food adventure, check out <i>Bourbon Street,</i> where their motto is <i>Laissez Les Bon Temps Roulez....Let the Good Time Roll!</i><br />
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<b>Bourbon Street is located 4012 Bell Blvd, Bayside, NY. </b> <a href="http://bourbonstreetny.com/index.html" target="_blank">http://bourbonstreetny.com/index.html</a><br />
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As I roamed around this past weekend looking for new and interesting things to report, I stumbled upon a new eatery in Rosedale, Queens called<span style="font-weight: normal;"><i> <b>Pa-Nash Restaurant & Lounge</b></i>. This rare jewel serves what the owners call Euro Soul food which is a fusion of Mediterranean, Moroccan and Caribbean Soul food. Sounds delicious I know. I strolled in and was blown away by the beautiful Moroccan inspired decor. Highlights of the luxurious interior included dazzling chandlers dripping with clear glass drops that sparkled in the light, tall soft cushioned silver seats, and a illuminating bar stocked with the finest top shelf drinks. The upscale furnishings provides a Manhattan chic with local comfort. </span></h3>
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I was introduced to manger Mel Renci who gave me the grand tour. On our walk down to the lounge area he explained that <i>Pa-Nash </i>is a family owned business. The owners, who wish to remain anonymous are from Ocho Rios, Jamaica W.I. Renci said the owners wanted to provided the Queens community with a new food sensation. The restaurant opened Tuesday, November 18th. The restaurant is currently in its introductory stage. Renci stated the grand opening is scheduled to happen during the Christmas holiday. An official date has not yet been announced.<br />
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The lounge area, called the <i>Euro Soul Lounge, </i>located on the lower level is truly striking. Here I really saw the Mediterranean Moroccan style come together. The furniture included wall to wall leather seats coated in rich warm colors of yellow, red and chocolate, complemented with beautifully beaded pillows. There were mosaic textured walls that added visual depth. Overall, a really vibrant charming space. The <i>Euro Soul Lounge </i>also provides weekly live entertainment. The music varies from Classic R&B, Smooth Jazz and Reggae. The entertainment is presented by JT Mac Productions.<br />
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Now, on to the food which was quite delicious. The menu featured many interesting combinations of food. Renci recommended I try the Three Cheese Penne Mac & Cheese Roll. He said if I tried nothing else on the menu I must have that dish. So I did. The Three Cheese Penne Mac & Cheese Roll is a signature appetizer. It is made with asiago, white cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. I found it very clever that someone thought of the idea to put mac and cheese in an egg roll. It had a delightful crunchy texture with a creamy cheese filling.<br />
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Next I tried the Fig Glazed Chicken Wings served with Hot Chile Sauce presented on a bed of spinach. The meat on the tender wings practically melted off the bone filling my mouth with a bust of sweet spicy flavor. The meal was complemented by the signature Pa-Nash Coconut Martini.<br />
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Other delightful delectable include Grilled Pomegranate Glazed Jumbo Shrimp, Toasted Coconut & Almond Crusted Salmon over Buttered Cabbage, Pistachio Crumbled Lamb Chops with Rosemary Syrup and Israeli Cous-Cous plus many more. The specialty drinks include Fresh Pineapple Mojito, Lemon Drop Martini and Orange Mint Tea.<br />
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<i>Pa - Nash</i> is located at 144-14 243rd Street in Rosedale, Queens. The restaurant is opened Tuesday to Thursday 5pm - 10pm, Friday -Sat 5pm - 12pm and Sunday 11am - 8pm. Live music can be enjoyed Thursday - Saturday 9pm -1pm and Sunday 4pm - 7pm.<br />
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So, if your looking for a restaurant with great food, elegant flair, friendly service, amazing live music and local comfort, <i>Pa- Nash</i> is for you. Pa-Nash Restaurant & Lounge where their motto is <i>life with a bit of Pa-Nash! </i> <br />
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<br />The Roaming Reporterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05097424281497669050noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-518735045843633858.post-56423766141648508352013-12-02T19:07:00.000-08:002013-12-03T08:50:23.684-08:00What's Hot! Local Events 12/2/13 - 12/8/13Yay.. December is here! Let the Christmas season commence. December is my favorite time of year and the Roaming Reporter will have plenty of happenings to report. December kicks off to an awesome start. Below is a list of this weeks events throughout the boroughs. Enjoy!<br />
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Monday, December 2, 2013</h3>
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<span style="color: red;">Gingerbread Lane - Queens</span></h4>
Marvel at homemade gingerbread houses that are drafted, designed,
baked, planned, built and decorated by chef Jon Lovitch over the course
of an entire year. GingerBread Lane, a 1.5 ton, 300-square-foot village
made entirely of edible gingerbread, royal icing and candy, is a
contender for the Guinness World Record for the largest gingerbread
exhibit. Sounds delicious! For more information visit <a href="http://www.nysci.org/venue/new-york-hall-of-science-2/" target="_blank">New York Hall of Science</a><br />
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<span style="color: red;">MetroTech Commons Tree Lighting - Brooklyn </span></h4>
Join the holiday fun with free refreshments, caroling, and holiday festivities. <b>Located at <span class="adr"><span class="street-address">Jay Street and Willoughby Street</span></span> . 5:30pm</b><br />
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Featuring entertainment, giveaways, a sing-along with the Guild for Exceptional Children Choir and a visit from Santa. <b>Located at Owl's Head Park, 68th Street and Colonial Road 6:30pm.</b><br />
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Take some time away from the shopping madness for a 1hour meditation class. Ongoing Meditation class held at Free Synagogue of Flushing (FSF). Rabbi Micheal Weisser host Mindfulness Mediation at 7:30pm. <b>The synagogue is located at 41-60 Kissena Blvd, Flushing. For
more information, call (718) 961-0030 or mail infor@freesynagogue.org</b>. <a href="http://www.freesynagogue.org/" target="_blank">http://www.freesynagogue.org</a><br />
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<span style="color: red;">Hanukkah Celebration - Crown Heights, Brooklyn</span></h4>
Join the Kings Bay Y North for a free family celebration. Event activities include arts and crafts, interactive storytelling, sing-alongs with Gild and latkes and donut eating contest. <b>Located at</b><br />
<b>King & Grove Hotel (rooftop louge), 160 North St. between Berry Street and Bedford Ave. </b><br />
<b>Time: 6 - 8 pm. For more information call 718-407-6377 or </b><a href="mailto:info@norlthjwilliamsburgY.org" target="_blank">info@norlthjwilliamsburgY.org</a><br />
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<span style="color: red;">Tree Lighting - Boerum Hill, Brooklyn</span></h4>
Councilman
Stephen Levin is officiating at the annual lighting ceremony and
holiday party featuring the dancers from Dancewave and PS 38. <b>Located at the Belarusian Church, 401 Atlantic Ave and Bond Street. Time: 6 - 8:30pm.</b> <br />
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<span style="color: red;">"The Elf on the Shelf"</span></h4>
Barnes and Noble host a holiday tradition with crafts and free fun activities. <b>Located at Barnes and Noble, 267 Seventh Ave at Sixth Street. Time: 4pm</b><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Tree Lighting - Bay Ridge, Brooklyn</b></span></h4>
Santa will be on hand with entertainment provided by the Xaverian High School Glee Club and Band, the Guild for Exceptional Children Chorus and Mary Carmosino. <b>Located at Shore Road Park Gazebo, Shore Road and 90th Street. Time: 6:30pm</b> <br />
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<span style="color: red;">"A Midsummer Night's Dream" - Fort Greene, Brooklyn</span></h4>
Theatre for a New Audience's inaugural production, directed by Julie Taymor .<br />
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<span style="color: red;">"A Christmas Carol" - Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn</span></h4>
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is a radio play adapted by Beth Ann Hopkins from the Dickens classic
and features Susanna Baddiel, Jordan Coffey, Jonathan Hopkins, Charlie
Kravits, Ron McClary, Eleanor McCormick, Vinnie Penna, Clara Strauch,
Corey Whelihan and Katie Willmorth.<br />
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<span style="color: red;">Brooklyn Movie Night: A Christmas Story - Sunset Park, Brooklyn</span></h4>
The Sunset Park Recreation Center present the fun loving holiday classic <i>A Christmas Story. </i> <br />
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<span style="color: red;"> Poetry Jam - Jamaica, Queens </span></h4>
The Roy Wilkins Recreation Center present a Poetry Jam. Youth ages 12 -21 are invited to showcase their lyrical and creative skills to the community. All are welcomed to attend and support the young poets. <b>Located at Roy Wilkins Recreation Center, 177th Street and Baisley Boulevard</b>. <b>Time:4pm</b><br />
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<span style="color: red;">First Fridays - Jamaica, Queens</span></h4>
In partnership with the Jamaica Center BID, JCAL invites Young Urban
Professionals (25& Up) who work, shop, live & dine in the
Downtown Jamaica area, to join us in livening up the nightlife.<br />
<b>Time: 6pm-10pm . Located at 161-04 Jamaica ave</b>. <a href="http://www.jcal.org/" target="_blank">www.jcal.org</a><br />
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<span style="color: red;"> Holiday First Friday! with the Metropolitones - Bronx</span></h4>
Experience the mansion is all its holiday glory. Entertainment, a cappella sound of the Metropolitones. Do a little shopping, enjoy refreshments and take a free ride on the Bronx Seaside Trolley. <a href="http://www.bartowpellmansionmuseum.org/events/calendar.php" target="_blank">http://www.bartowpellmansionmuseum.org/events/calendar.php</a><br />
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<span style="color: red;">Holiday Tree Lighting - Manhattan</span></h4>
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Join the Carl Schurz Park Conservancy and members of the community for the lighting of the holiday tree. Enjoy caroling, hot chocolate and candy canes. Bring the family! <b>Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm</b></div>
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<span style="color: red;">Holiday Fun Day - Jamaica, Queens</span></h4>
JCAL hosts its annual Holiday Family Fun Day on December 7th! Join us for arts & crafts, music, and holiday sheer! For more information call (718) 658-7400 or visit <a href="http://www.jcal.org/" target="_blank">www.jcal.org</a><br />
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<span style="color: red;">Annual Holiday Family Day: A Storybook Christmas - Bronx</span></h4>
The Bartow- Pell Mansion Museum hosts a fun-filled holiday fun day. Children and parents will delight in holiday storytelling an crafts, professional photographs with Santa, holiday shopping and more. Time; 10:00am - 1:00pm. Registration is required. Space is limited. For more information (718) 885- 1461 or info@bpmm.org. <a href="http://www.bartowpellmansionmuseum.org/" target="_blank">http://www.bartowpellmansionmuseum.org/</a><br />
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<span style="color: red;">Santa Claus Pajama Story Time - Bronx</span></h4>
This free children's event will feature a reading of "Twas the Night Before Christmas," hot coco and Santa. Reservations suggested, call Van Cortlandt House Museum at (718) 543 -3344. <b>Located at Van Cortlandt House Museum in Van Cortlandt Park, Broadway at West 246th Street</b>. <b>Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm.</b><br />
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<span style="color: red;">Colonial Christmas at the Conference House - Staten Island</span></h4>
Visit the Candlelight Christmas Market, featuring the Conference House Collection: Fine crafts, Steve Nutt redware, wooden toys. There will be free hot apple cider and cookies. Home-baked goods are
made from 18th century recipes by the Conference House Auxiliary. Visit with Father Christmas and receive a free gift for children. Enjoy seasonal music, and raffle drawings at 4 p.m. <b>Time: 11:00am - 4:00pm. Located at the Conference House Museum in Conference House Park, 298 Satterlee Street. <a href="http://www.conferencehouse.org/" target="_blank">http://www.conferencehouse.org/</a></b><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Waltz of the Flowers - Brooklyn</b></span></h4>
The Brooklyn Botanic Garden will host a <i>The Nutcracker</i> in a special workshop for children ages 4 through 12, presented by teaching artists from American Ballet Theatre (ABT). Magical waltzing flowers and busy bumble bees will receive basic ballet instruction, enjoy craft activities, and investigate flowering plants with BBG educators. No dance experience necessary - just bring comfortable shoes and get ready to have some fun. <b>Located at Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, 900 Washington Ave. </b>Preregistration is required at <a href="http://go.abt.org/site/Calendar?id=101021&view=Detail" target="_blank">http://go.abt.org/site/Calendar?id=101021&view=Detail</a><br />
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Get into the holiday spirit with an afternoon of family fun, including a
winter Garden tour, botanical crafts (additional fee), and live musical
performances, as well as our Holiday Marketplace. Plus, Tree Lighting Ceremony at 4:30pm. <a href="http://www.queensbotanical.org/" target="_blank">http://www.queensbotanical.org/</a><br />
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Noon to 5 p.m.: Refreshments and treats for purchase from La Bella Torte<br />
12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Photos with Santa (fee applies; must be on line by 4pm)<br />
1 p.m. to 2 p.m.: Tour the Garden in winter<br />
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Botanical craft activities (additional fee; while supplies last)<br />
3 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Concert by the Rough Dozen, an acappella group performing seasonal songs<br />
4:30 p.m. to 5p.m.: Tree-lighting ceremony and sing-along<br />
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12/2/13 - Winter's Eve at Lincoln Square - 5pm - <span style="color: red;">Manhattan </span></h4>
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12/3/13 - Bryant Park: The Tree Lighting Show - 6:00p.m. - <span style="color: red;">Manhattan</span> </h4>
<a href="http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2013/12/03/bryant-park-the-tree-lighting-show" target="_blank">http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2013/12/03/bryant-park-the-tree-lighting-show</a><br />
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12/3/13 - Annual Atlantic Avenue Tree Lighting Party - 6:00 p.m. - 8 p.m. - <span style="color: red;">Brooklyn</span></h4>
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12/4/13 - Shore Road Park Christmas Tree Lighting - 6:30pm - <span style="color: red;">Brooklyn</span></h4>
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12/4/13 - Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting - 7p.m. - 9 p.m. - <span style="color: red;">Manhattan</span></h4>
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12/5/13 - Harlem Meer Tree Lighting - 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - <span style="color: red;">Manhattan</span></h4>
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12/6/ 13 - Carl Schurz Park Holiday Tree Lighting - 5:00pm -6:00pm - <span style="color: red;">Manhattan</span></h4>
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12/6/13 - Carol Gardens Tree Lighting Party - 6 p.m. - <span style="color: red;">Brooklyn</span></h4>
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12/8/13 -Queens Botanical Garden Winter Solstice Celebration & Tree Lighting Ceremony - 12:30pm - 5:00pm - <span style="color: red;">Queens</span></h4>
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12/8/13 - Christmas in Richmond Town Traditional Tree Lighting - 5pm - <span style="color: red;">Staten Island</span></h4>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">I was driving down Pelham Parkway North in the Baychester, Bronx neighborhood when I happened upon this house covered with amazing Christmas figurines. As soon as I saw it, I instantly remembered learning of this house on TLC's Crazy Christmas show. I pulled the car over immediately to investigate. This spectacular home has been a traffic-stopping must-see for 40 years. The house is known in the area by many names - Pelham Christmas House, Bronx Christmas House and the Garabedian House. The owner Gary Garabedian and his family members construct this most festive holiday delight which is a true feast for the eyes. The holiday lights show will begin on Thanksgiving day and runs until January 6. The house is located on Pelham Parkway North & Westervelt Ave.</span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">This beautiful ballet is a holiday favorite. The New York City<b> </b>Ballet will transport the audience to a world of frost fairies, toy soldiers and towering mice. This is a great idea for families and children of all ages. Performances begin Friday, November 29 and remain until January 4<a href="http://./">.</a><a href="http://lc.lincolncenter.org/" target="_blank">David H. Koch Theater (at Lincoln Center).</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">The New York Botanical Garden's hosts its popular Holiday Train Show. This diorama features more than a dozen model railway trains surrounding beautifully detailed New York City landmarks. Some of these landmark includes the Empire State Building, Penn Station and Radio City Music Hall. The show runs until January 12.<a href="http://www.nybg.org/exhibitions/2013/holiday-train-show/programs.php" target="_blank"> The New York Botanical Garden</a> </span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">On <b>Friday, November 29th, </b>the <b>Museum of the Moving Image </b>pays tribute to actress Julianne Moore through the screening of Jurassic Park: The Lost World. In the movie Moore plays a behavioral paleontologist stranded on an island with dinosaurs. All you dinosaurs fanatics out there, this is a special treat! </span><br />
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There are some of us who can not be bothered with the rigors of Thanksgiving. Standing for what seems like days on the ever winding market lines to buy holiday groceries, the lengthy prep times, the endless times you've tried to cook and then after numerous burnt items realize "maybe I can't cook." Maybe you prefer to be treated like royalty in a fine restaurant so you can dine quickly to ensure you are amongst the first in line for Black Friday deals. If any of these relate to you, then this list of restaurants serving dinner on Thanksgiving is for you. <a href="http://queens.about.com/cs/restaurants/f/thanksgiving.htm" target="_blank">Thanksgiving Dinner in Queens</a> <br />
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On <b>Friday, November 29th, the </b>house teams of <b>The Queens Secret Improv Club </b>along with some of NYC's up and coming indie team will perform seven improv comedy sets. Tickets are just $5 for the whole night. So if you're ready for some belly busting comedy, head over to the <b>The Queens Secret Improv Club. <a href="http://www.secrettheatre.com/" target="_blank">http://www.secrettheatre.com/</a> <br /><b> </b></b><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>Sunday, December 1</b>, experts from the Brooklyn Bird Club is offering a guided walk in Prospect Park to spot some common birds that don't fly South for the winter. This walk is appropriately timed at the busiest birding hour of the day. This is a perfect way to get out, enjoy the weather and walk off some of those holiday pounds. This is a Free event held at 8am in Prospect Park. This is a great event for children ages 3 and older. <a href="http://redtri.com/new-york/twelve-birds-of-christmas/" target="_blank">Event Details</a></span><br />
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stuffed after yesterday’s meal? Head to Greenbelt park for the 10th
Annual After Thanksgiving Hike led by Greenbelt educators. This 2-hour
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for older kids – or parents who are happy toting babies and toddlers on
their backs. Registration required. Call 718-351-3450 or email <a href="mailto:naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org" target="_blank">naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org</a>. <b><b>Fri., 10 a.m. Staten Island. Free. Ages 0-2 and 8+</b>. <a href="http://redtri.com/new-york/after-thanksgiving-hike/" target="_blank">Event Details</a> (</b>courtesy of redtri.com) <br />
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Pa-Nash Restaurant and Lounge will have some excellent live Jazz and R&B entertainment happening during the holiday weekend. </div>
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Friday, November 29 - Pep the Entertainer & The Soul Explosion Band </h4>
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<br />For more ideas of things for do on Thanksgiving day or things to do with the children besides the parade, check out <a href="http://mommypoppins.com/newyorkcitykids/thanksgiving-day-whats-open-and-things-to-do-in-new-york-city-with-kids" target="_blank">Mommypoppins.com</a>. She has awesome ideas. </h4>
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<br />The Roaming Reporterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05097424281497669050noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-518735045843633858.post-69724188948207459762013-11-23T19:04:00.000-08:002013-11-27T03:59:19.856-08:00'Catching Fire' at AMC Fresh Meadows<br />
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This past Friday, November 22, 2013, I went to see '<span style="font-weight: normal;">The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' at the Fresh Meadows AMC theater in Fresh Meadows, Queens, NY. </span>The theater is the most comfortable theater I have every set foot in. Early this year the theater underwent renovations. The updates include soft, snug, large and reclining leather seats. The seats comfortably recline almost into a laying down position. With such homey accommodations, one could fall into a sweet sleep. There you do not have to contend with the problem of limited leg room. Each screening room seats 75 so you do not have to worry about the room being overcrowd.</h3>
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Another fantastic attribute is the arm rest of the chairs can be lifted to create a wonderful relaxed love seat. Also, you have the options of purchasing your seat in advance; which is strongly recommended. The theater is in close proximity of Queens College and Saint Johns University as well as a few high schools. So there is always a grand crowd; especially on the weekends. The atmosphere is so comfortable, you will feel as if you are in your own private home theater. There is ample space to bring a blanket (which many people do), lean back and truly enjoy the show. <br />
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In addition to the seating, the sound and visual quality is sensational. The movie screen seems to flow from wall to wall. This allows you to really get lost in the movie. The fountain drink machines are also another hot feature. The machines are equipped with a touch screen. There is a plethora of drinks to choose from. You can also mix and match to create your own unique flavor. Most importantly, I found the staff to be friendly and very helpful. From the theater attendants to concession cashiers, everyone offered a pleasant smile. Overall, your experience at AMC Fresh Meadows should pleasurable and most enjoyable. Happy movie viewing! <br />
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<br />The Roaming Reporterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05097424281497669050noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-518735045843633858.post-18840522104089530012013-11-19T23:29:00.000-08:002013-11-27T03:58:57.941-08:00Graffiti Haven 5Pointz Will Be Demolished<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<b><span style="font-weight: normal;">My heart is heavy. I just caught wind of the news that the beloved graffiti mecca 5Pointz</span></b> will be demolished by year end. I turned on my laptop to find an explosion of this information on Facebook. I tell you as an artist I am truly devastated and deeply saddened to hear this horrible news.</h3>
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<b>5Pointz: The Institute of Higher Burnin' </b>was an American outdoor art exhibit space in Long Island City in Queens, New York. It was considered to be the world's premiere "graffiti mecca," where aerosol artists from around the globe painted colorful pieces on the walls of a 200,000 square-foot factory building. I had the pleasure of walking the complex in it's entirely two years ago. My friend Perry, a graffiti artist and intern there at the time, gave me the grand tour. The building was a spectacle of awe-inspiring art work. I mean, the concepts behind each piece was truly amazing. The building was a grand colorful fixture of the L.I.C skyline, dazzling and inspiring the eyes on the 7 train line. For the past 20 years, graffiti artists have been allowed to use the building as a canvas. 5Pointz has been featured in various movies and music videos with the most recent appearance in the film <i>Now You See Me. </i><br />
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The building will be demolished to make way for luxury condos. The $400 million redevelopment project will include a new public park, over 50,000 square feet of retail space and a 250 space public parking garage. The Daily News reports the redevelopment plan - spearheaded by the owners of the site Jerry Wolkoff and his son David was approved overwhelming by City Council in October.<br />
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TimeOut New York reported on November 19, 2013 that the 5Pointz building was painted white overnight by the owner. The owner stated that the whitewashing was not done maliciously. <br />
He said the overnight paint job was done in an effort to avoid confrontation. According to the CBS New York Wolkoff said, “I can just picture the building coming down one piece at a time. It
would be torture for me and it would torture for them. It’s like a Band-Aid, I just felt, one shot.”<br />
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I understand and support what he did. Can you imagine the deep internal pain felt by the artist to witness their hard work being demolished by a wrecking ball. Each brick that was covered with a precise art piece just knocked down and thrown away like garbage. To even write this statement hurts my heart.<br />
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I know money needs to be made in life. However, why does money always have to trump the beautiful and the necessaries like art houses, hospitals, schools. 5Pointz fan Christopher Calderhead said. “It’s the death of a real
cultural institution in the city and there doesn’t seem to be any room
for this kind of art anymore.” (excerpt from CBS New York). I agree with him.<br />
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Long Island City is a growing area that is becoming more attractive and trendier each year. L.I.C is notable for its rapid and ongoing gentrification, its waterfront parks and thriving communities. With ample public transportation, the 59 street bridge and the Queens midtown tunnel in close proximity and Manhattan a hop stop away, I suppose it was time to jump on the money train and take the building into a profitable future.<br />
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Well, best of luck to the owners. To all the artists around the world who contributed to the majestic 5Pointz I say thank you for your magnificent works. It was a phenomenal ride while it lasted. <br />
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<br />The Roaming Reporterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05097424281497669050noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-518735045843633858.post-29723985733641592322013-11-18T23:55:00.000-08:002013-11-19T08:30:30.246-08:00Awesome Brooklyn Events This Week 11/19 - 11/23<br />
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Howdy everyone! You're roaming reporter here with the Brooklyn events update. New York is so large and festive. There is always something awesome happening every day. Now, I am only one person. Although sometimes I wish I was multiple persons! Then I could be everywhere at one time. Do you know how much I could conquer?? However, I digress. Listed below are event highlights happening this week in the borough currently dubbed the "<i>New Manhattan".</i><br />
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<b>4th Annual Williamsburg Independent Film Festival November 21-24 at Indiescreen</b><br />
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<i>The Fourth Annual Williamsburg Film Festival, comprised of 57 films from over 4 continents, will take place at IndieScreen between November 21st and November 24th, 2013. From Jerome Robbins' choreography shining in its natural setting, to the brutality lurking in the shadows of old school Williamsburg, to the soaring inspiration offered by one talented teacher in a Brooklyn Public School, to a chilling eco-thriller from the California coast, the Festival truly has something for everyone. </i><br />
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<b>Aladdin & The Wonderful Lamp: Sat 11/23 -Sun 11/24</b><br />
<b> </b><i>This theatrical even<b>t </b>for children will be presented by Puppetworks. The play is accompanied by the music of Aram Khachaturian's Gayane ballet suite. Some of the special effect include a flying carpet and a vanishing castle<b>.</b></i><b><br /><a href="http://www.puppetworks.org/">www.puppetworks.org</a></b><br />
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<b>Stew at BRIC House. Friday, 11/22 @ 7:30pm, 11/23 @7:30pm</b><br />
<b> </b><i>The brilliant and charismatic solo artist, playwright ( "Passing Strange") (<b>I loved this show on stage!!) </b>and the "Negro Problem"<b> </b>presents Stew's "Listening Party" a two evening event devoted to works in progress. The presentation will be drawn from three musicals, a song cycle and video tribute to his Brooklyn neighborhood. This sounds like a fabulous and eclectic event. I plan to be in attendance for all the festivities!</i><br />
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<b>Kanye West + Kendrick Lamar - Barclays Center: Tuesday, 11/19@ 7:30pm, Wednesday, 11/20 @ 7:30pm</b><br />
<i>This should be an all out thrill. West and Lamar will take the stage as part of the "Yeezus" tour. This should be an amazing concert.</i><br />
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<b>The Jukebox: Union Hall NY - Thursday, 11/21 @ 8pm</b><br />
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<i>This is a jazzy venue seen on "SMASH" before NBC canned it. I'm still in mourning of this. Anyway, the <b>The Jukebox</b> is hosted by Steve(s) Heisler & Jacobs and Margaret Lyons. This is a monthly sing-along comedy show. Each gust performs a piece inspired by a song - (this can be a story, stand-up, sketch or something in-between.) After the story is completed, the guest are invited to karaoke their hearts out. </i><br />
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<b> $7 adv/ $10 Day of Show</b><br />
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<i> </i>These are my highlights for the week. I look forward to roaming, exploring and reporting more about what the city has to offer. Stay tuned for the "What's Poppen" weekend highlights.<br />
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<li>Mickey Mouse turns 85 today! Well it was actually yesterday. However, birthdays are for celebrating so here is to you Mickey. Happy Cake Day... M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E.</li>
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<li> The Oxford Dictionaries has chosen the word "Selfie" as the word of the
year. Oh the educational joys Facebook and Twitter has introduced into
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<br />The Roaming Reporterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05097424281497669050noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-518735045843633858.post-46559575403117795512013-11-18T04:18:00.000-08:002013-11-27T04:03:10.370-08:00"Guys and Dolls" brings the 50's back to Bayside: REVIEW<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv-MobgQanEltyTPuBffTPYT6EQhWdTIm-SGTjq-JZ79IG3FmULybUZaQuhsHy58Hb4CSVZGxwz7I0HfRothNRk3xTx4yP2es8Vj0A_3-hJD3sfRw9wDKikNCft2wKs7nRwl4O_90ZwEYv/s1600/2013-11-17+18.03.07.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv-MobgQanEltyTPuBffTPYT6EQhWdTIm-SGTjq-JZ79IG3FmULybUZaQuhsHy58Hb4CSVZGxwz7I0HfRothNRk3xTx4yP2es8Vj0A_3-hJD3sfRw9wDKikNCft2wKs7nRwl4O_90ZwEYv/s320/2013-11-17+18.03.07.jpg" width="246" /></a>This weekend I saw a delightful production of <i><b>Guys and Dolls</b></i> presented by <b>Theatre By The Bay, </b>the Community Theater Group of <b>Bay Terrace Jewish Center</b> in Bayside, Queens, New York.This spectacular production with a bubbly ensemble, opened on Saturday, November 2, 2013. The performance ran for three weekends and closed on Sunday, November 17, 2013.<br />
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<i><b>Guys </b></i><b><i>and Dolls,</i></b> is a musical with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows. It is based on <i><b>The Idyll of Sarah Brown </b></i>and <b><i>Blood Pressure, </i></b>two short stories by New York writer, Damon Runyon. The play also borrows characters from Runyon's other short story <b><i>Pick the Winner. </i></b>The play was directed by Lawrence F. Bloom, an amazing long standing director with Theatre By The Bay.<br />
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The talent crammed onto the stage was spellbinding. Andria Amarosa, playing the character of Sarah Brown, shined as she dazzled the audience with her stunning operatic voice. Amarosa performed her musical numbers seamlessly. My favorites for the night were <i>"I'll Know", "I've Never Been in Love Before,<b>" </b></i>and<br />
" <i>If I Were a Bell"</i> where she incorporated a charming dance. <br />
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The lovely Lila Edelkind sparkled as the whimsical Miss Adelaide, performing each musical number with ease. Swathed in beautiful dresses reminiscent of the 50's by costumer Chery Manniello, she displayed excellent vocal interpretation and comedic timing on "<i>Adelaide's Lament"</i> and confident swing as she sashayed through a tastefully done strip tease on <i>"Take Back Your Mink."</i><br />
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Other memorable numbers of the night included "<i>Luck Be A Lady" </i>performed by Eli Koening as Sky Masterson and ensemble, <i>"Sue Me" </i>by Edelkind and John Canning as Nathan Detroit, "<i>Marry The Man Today" </i>by Amarosa and Edelkind and "<i>Sit Down You're Rocking The Boat" </i>a profoundly energetic and uplifting performance by Mark Solkoff as Nicely-Nicely Johnson and ensemble.<br />
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Overall <b><i>Guys and Dolls </i></b>was a crowd-pleaser, filled with excellent performers, comedy, timeless songs and all around great entertainment. I look forward to the next production by Theatre By The Bay which will be <b><i>Anything Goes, </i></b>March 2014.<br />
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