Wonderful and Delicious!

DiFara 10.13.2010

2010-10-13T13:03:00.001-04:00

DiFara 10.13.2010
Originally uploaded by .edward

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How to open a wine bottle without a corkscrew! (video)

2010-07-29T14:30:00.001-04:00

I am speechless.

http://173.192.209.77/videos43ll/ee1c39bd4c89da1d3f5a91e7258fa611_shoe.flv.mp4

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BP protest in Soho

2010-05-28T19:11:00.001-04:00

BP protest in Soho
Originally uploaded by .edward

Happiness is

2010-05-05T17:19:00.001-04:00

Happiness is
Originally uploaded by .edward

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Cortadito/Gibraltar at Bluebird- Basil approved!

2010-05-01T23:07:00.001-04:00

What life is about: great food, FAB friends and Artichoke! (pic)

2010-03-24T20:58:00.001-04:00

Thanks @yelp for the free mango lassi at Tiffen Walla!

2010-02-28T20:42:00.001-05:00

PBS NewsHour on the Khan Academy

2010-02-25T22:02:00.001-05:00

I wish I had this resource when I was in school!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HycjWQcAymQ&feature=youtube_gdata

Edward

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@ bloomingdale's mens event for supima...thanks for the invite!

2009-12-16T19:41:00.001-05:00

@ bloomingdale's mens event for supima...thanks for the invite!
Originally uploaded by .edward

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Locking/unlocking your zipcar from the Zipcar iPhone App! Pretty cool!

2009-11-30T07:27:00.001-05:00

Autumn in New York

2009-11-04T09:06:00.001-05:00

Autumn in New York
Originally uploaded by .edward

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Taxi accident on Astor Place

2009-11-01T23:09:00.001-05:00

Taxi accident on Astor Place
Originally uploaded by .edward

Two cabs collided onto the sidewalk at Broadway and 8th Street. Hope
no one was injured.

Basil eats: Carrots

2009-10-19T19:43:00.001-04:00

Basil eats: Carrots
Originally uploaded by .edward

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4th & Cooper Square

2009-10-14T13:52:00.001-04:00

4th & Cooper Square
Originally uploaded by .edward

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Basil eats: Chicken

2009-10-12T22:12:00.001-04:00

Basil eats: Chicken
Originally uploaded by .edward

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09.06.09 Cooper Sq rental building

2009-09-06T17:47:00.001-04:00

#mastercleanse day 2: one of my "favorite" and essential components of the cleanse: the salt water fllush.

2009-08-04T06:43:00.001-04:00

Upward on East 4th Street

2009-07-10T08:31:00.001-04:00

Upward on East 4th Street
Originally uploaded by .edward

(Bowery & East 4th Street) 8:30AM

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FAB*lager: it's all about Brooklyn

2009-06-22T21:45:00.001-04:00

One of survivors of the inital micro-brew movement and still going
strong is Brooklyn Brewery. Their original prohibition style lager is
one of my favorites. And on this night--very wonderful...and delicious!

Changing Bowery

2009-06-22T17:30:00.001-04:00

Changing Bowery
Originally uploaded by .edward

New rental building slated toopen Spring 2010.

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Have to admit....after spending 30 minutes updating my iPhone to OS 3.0...

2009-06-17T19:17:00.001-04:00

Have to admit....after spending 30 minutes updating my iPhone to OS 3.0...
Originally uploaded by .edward

Do not hesitate to do it!

New Construction at Cooper Sq & 4th Street

2009-06-07T14:21:00.001-04:00

New Construction at Cooper Sq & 4th Street
Originally uploaded by .edward

I believe it will be a rental tower....

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New Construction at Cooper Sq & 4th Street

2009-06-07T14:07:00.001-04:00

New Construction at Cooper Sq & 4th Street
Originally uploaded by .edward

I believe it will be a rental tower....

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Mid-day break: ice cream & ginger beer

2009-05-28T14:58:00.001-04:00

Mid-day break: ice cream & ginger beer
Originally uploaded by .edward

During the hustle and flow of being an agent--you can sometimes forget
to take a breather. I decided to turn off my phone for 15 minutes and
stop into the always excellent Emack & Bolio for a scoop of choco
peanut butter cup and a Ginger ale--sitting on a stool and feeling
like an 8 year old with my mum again.

Ok -- back to the hustle & flow again!

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FAB*pizza: best slices in Manhattan + big 32oz big beer

2009-05-27T22:53:00.001-04:00

FAB*pizza: best slices in Manhattan + big 32oz big beer
Originally uploaded by .edward

Lately I've been on a pizza kick--last night it was the best pizza in
Brooklyn at L&B Spumoni Gardens.

Tonight I'm satisfying my love jones for pizza by having the best
pizza in Manhattan--Francis & Sal's Artichoke Basille Pizza in the
East Village. Washing it down with a 32oz big beer draught.

Don't take my word for it--check out the reviews on Yelp.com or
timeoutny.com.

Now, if only the boys would bring back the delicious broccoli rabe
sandwich (http://www.moourl.com/rabewich)
--that would be icing on the cake!

FAB*ulous LIVING NYC: Be in the know...

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Memorial Day line at Trader Joe's 5:15pm

2009-05-25T18:03:00.001-04:00

Memorial Day line at Trader Joe's 5:15pm
Originally uploaded by .edward

Bad news is the line is already at the entrance aisle--good news is
they just got a shipment of new stock!

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Quote of the day....

2009-05-24T10:07:00.001-04:00

Quote of the day....
Originally uploaded by .edward

Saw this walking to work today...so appropo!

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Quote of the day....

2009-05-24T10:03:00.001-04:00

Quote of the day....
Originally uploaded by .edward

Saw this walking to work today...so appropo!

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FAB*dining in SoHo: best moules ever!

2009-05-22T21:43:00.003-04:00

FAB*dining in SoHo: best moules ever!
Originally uploaded by .edward

Wow, I can't believe I have never been to Jean Claude on Sullivan
Street.

Enjoyed the BEST moules mariniers I have ever had in NYC (like having
moules in Paris or Brittany).

The seared Atlantic Salmon was superb as well!

With a great glass of Côtes de Provence, a memorable meal indeed!

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Sublime moment: espresso solo at la Colombe Torrefaction

2009-05-21T12:34:00.002-04:00

Sublime moment: espresso solo at la Colombe Torrefaction
Originally uploaded by .edward

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You know it's almost Summer when they have Six Points IPA on tap!

2009-05-19T21:24:00.002-04:00

You know it's almost Summer when they have Six Points IPA on tap!
Originally uploaded by .edward

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Why I love not having an desk job anymore...

2009-05-16T15:28:00.001-04:00

Why I love not having an desk job anymore...
Originally uploaded by .edward

While out with 3 male clients, we witness a model shoot on East
Houston--the neighborhood sells itself!

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The cocktail of Summer 2009: Chivas & a splash of Domaine de Canton!

2009-05-14T23:34:00.001-04:00

The cocktail of Summer 2009: Chivas & a splash of Domaine de Canton!
Originally uploaded by .edward

Sooo Goood!

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My daily table wine for Spring '09

2009-04-29T20:25:00.002-04:00

My daily table wine for Spring '09
Originally uploaded by .edward

A juicy, delicious Tannat from Uruguay....a steal at under $7/bottle
at Astor Wines!

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This is my idea of time at the office...

2009-04-28T18:30:00.002-04:00

This is my idea of time at the office...
Originally uploaded by .edward

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Just loving the @starbucks breakfast pairing deal!

2009-04-28T08:08:00.001-04:00

Just loving the @starbucks breakfast pairing deal!
Originally uploaded by .edward

Perfect Oatmeal + a soy latte for only $3.95! Delicous Awesomeness!

Guess what returns to HBO this June?

2009-04-28T00:28:00.000-04:00

7:45am Monday pre-office at Starbucks soho.

2009-04-27T07:58:00.000-04:00

sometimes wisdom can be found in the subway...

2009-04-01T20:39:00.001-04:00

sometimes wisdom can be found in the subway...
Originally uploaded by .edward

Seen on F platform at Delancey Street.

Yummy, pomegranite/lychee green tea--all that's missing is gin!

2009-04-01T16:33:00.002-04:00

Yummy, pomegranite/lychee green tea--all that's missing is gin!
Originally uploaded by .edward

Chipotle & reading during lunch

2009-03-26T14:39:00.001-04:00

My fave coffee blend!

2009-03-26T01:33:00.000-04:00

April 21: mark the date!

2009-03-07T23:04:00.001-05:00

April 21: mark the date!
Originally uploaded by .edward

New Depeche Mode: Sounds of the Universe.

Mooncake Foods

2009-03-06T23:22:00.005-05:00

Mooncake Foods
Originally uploaded by .edward

Quite impressed with the quality of food and LOW prices at Mooncake:
-crawfish dumpling & rice noodle soup
-grilled salmon teriyaki and brown rice
-chocolate chaos

Mooncake Foods

2009-03-06T23:22:00.003-05:00

Mooncake Foods
Originally uploaded by .edward

Quite impressed with the quality of food and LOW prices at Mooncake:
-crawfish dumpling & rice noodle soup
-grilled salmon teriyaki and brown rice
-chocolate chaos

Mooncake Foods

2009-03-06T23:22:00.001-05:00

Mooncake Foods
Originally uploaded by .edward

Quite impressed with the quality of food and LOW prices at Mooncake:
-crawfish dumpling & rice noodle soup
-grilled salmon teriyaki and brown rice
-chocolate chaos

Now for the piece de resistance: dessert!

2009-02-27T22:59:00.001-05:00

Now for the piece de resistance: dessert!
Originally uploaded by .edward

Vegetarian Vietnamese dinner

2009-02-27T22:13:00.005-05:00

Vegetarian Vietnamese dinner
Originally uploaded by .edward

Post-yoga dinner at Lan Cafe:
-"ham" salad
-seitan with rice noodles (and lots of cilantro)
-curry and potato soup

Topped off with a bottle of Maravigna Nero D'Avola.

Vegetarian Vietnamese dinner

2009-02-27T22:13:00.003-05:00

Vegetarian Vietnamese dinner
Originally uploaded by .edward

Post-yoga dinner at Lan Cafe:
-"ham" salad
-seitan with rice noodles (and lots of cilantro)
-curry and potato soup

Topped off with a bottle of Maravigna Nero D'Avola.

Vegetarian Vietnamese dinner

2009-02-27T22:13:00.001-05:00

Vegetarian Vietnamese dinner
Originally uploaded by .edward

Post-yoga dinner at Lan Cafe:
-"ham" salad
-seitan with rice noodles (and lots of cilantro)
-curry and potato soup

Topped off with a bottle of Maravigna Nero D'Avola.

Today's wise choice lunch.

2009-02-27T13:31:00.001-05:00

Today's wise choice lunch.
Originally uploaded by .edward

A picture speaks louder than words

2009-02-15T16:11:00.001-05:00

A picture speaks louder than words
Originally uploaded by .edward

this drawing sums up the Octomom story.

BRING ME MY COFFEE!

2009-02-14T01:33:00.004-05:00

I can relate to a coffee addiction!

Obam-ercialism?

2009-02-13T17:52:00.001-05:00

Obam-ercialism?
Originally uploaded by .edward

Walking through the farmers market, one can help but notice the countless
Obama T-shirt sellers at $20-$25/shirt . One was offering a special, "Two
shirts for $35." No tax!

Could this be the next growth industry to get us out of recession?

Sunday dinner: Jaipur vegetables w/basmati rice & mango/ginger chutney

2009-02-08T23:25:00.001-05:00

Sunday dinner: Jaipur vegetables w/basmati rice & mango/ginger chutney
Originally uploaded by .edward

No joke...this really will PUMP YOU UP!

2009-02-08T19:16:00.001-05:00

No joke...this really will PUMP YOU UP!
Originally uploaded by .edward

I saw this on the gym floor and thought, "What a gimmick from an
infomercial." But after trying to do 3 sets of 10 on the Perfect Pushup --
I have to admit. This really gives you a great chest workout!

my first visit to the mud cafe...their signature coffee is purdy good!

2009-02-03T22:39:00.001-05:00

my first visit to the mud cafe...their signature coffee is purdy good!
Originally uploaded by .edward

Tuesday dinner

2009-02-03T20:37:00.001-05:00

Tuesday dinner
Originally uploaded by .edward

Multi-grain penne w/Trader Joe's meatless italian sausage, broccoli rabe &
garlic olive oil (vegan!)....

Snow filled day around NYC

2009-02-03T15:43:00.003-05:00

Snow filled day around NYC
Originally uploaded by .edward

Snow filled day around NYC

2009-02-03T15:43:00.001-05:00

Snow filled day around NYC
Originally uploaded by .edward

Great way to start off February

2009-02-02T00:52:00.001-05:00

Great way to start off February
Originally uploaded by .edward

Friday dinner at Sobaya

2009-01-30T22:41:00.001-05:00

Quite possibly our favorite Japanese restaurant in NYC for soba and other non-sushi delicacies.

For tonight's meal we enjoyed:
-yasai soba
-una don

Desert:
-milk tofu
-black sesame ice cream

And of course, chilled sake in what has to be one of the most beautiful carafes.

wine tasting note: of the 3 Librandi Italian wines, the 2004 Gravello was A+!

2009-01-29T20:02:00.001-05:00

Librandi Gravello 2004 - 60% Galioppo / 40% Cabernet.
At $32/bottle - a fabulous wine for a special occasion or as a gift.

1.29.09

Thurs breakfast: Ezekiel 4:9 with steamed rice milk

2009-01-29T14:00:00.001-05:00

Thurs breakfast: Ezekiel 4:9 with steamed rice milk
Originally uploaded by .edward

So easy to make! Add a pinch of salt and a teaspoon of maple syrup -- and
you have the perfect combination of salty/sweet.

Tonight's vegan dinner: roasted brussel sprouts w/garlic & walnuts, stir fry string beans & broccoli and lebanese rice w/soy crumbles.

2009-01-28T19:02:00.001-05:00

Tonight's vegan dinner: roasted brussel sprouts w/garlic & walnuts, stir fry string beans & broccoli and lebanese rice w/soy crumbles.
Originally uploaded by .edward

For tonights meal, I whipped up a simple dish of:
-roasted brussel sprouts w/garlic and walnuts
-stir fry vegetables (string beans & broccoli)
-lebanese rice variation (made w/vermicelli and Trader Joe's vegan soy
meatballs)

Prep time was 5 minutes and total cooking time was under 40 minutes!

Monday post-workout meal: organic herb salad w/sliced avocado, walnuts, cranberries & pecans along with a mixed berry & PB smoothie!

2009-01-26T22:17:00.001-05:00

Monday post-workout meal: organic herb salad w/sliced avocado, walnuts, cranberries & pecans along with a mixed berry & PB smoothie!
Originally uploaded by .edward

Monday vegan meal: wild rice w/chickenless sausage & green beans (thx Trader Joe's).

2009-01-26T22:10:00.001-05:00

Monday vegan meal: wild rice w/chickenless sausage & green beans (thx Trader Joe's).
Originally uploaded by .edward

Sunday post-yoga/cardio dinner

2009-01-25T22:30:00.001-05:00

Sunday post-yoga/cardio dinner
Originally uploaded by .edward

After stocking up on groceries at Trader Joe's - in lieu of cooking/prepping
dinner, decided on a nutrient replenishing smoothie:
-8 oz Rice milk
-1/2 cup frozen blueberries
-1/2 cup frozen mango chunks
-1/2 banana
-2 teaspoons of TJ organic peanut butter
-1 Tablespoon of TJ Greek-style yogurt (2%)
-1 Tablespoon of Barleans flax seeds

Blend until smooth -- and voila! Dinner is served!

Cooper Union update: check out those curves!

2009-01-21T17:11:00.001-05:00

Cooper Union update: check out those curves!
Originally uploaded by .edward

The new 'green' Cooper Union building is progressing.

Sunday sipper: Maravigna Nero D'Avola (2007)

2009-01-18T17:09:00.001-05:00

Sunday sipper: Maravigna Nero D'Avola (2007)
Originally uploaded by .edward

Opening another bottle of this delightfully bold Nero D'Avola. Went perfect
with a penne in a "soy bolognaise" sauce (grazie trader giotto!)

Green monster

2009-01-12T16:38:00.001-05:00

Green monster
Originally uploaded by .edward

Might be the most expensive lux condo building on Bond, but not pleasing to
the eye.

Multi-faces

2009-01-09T19:22:00.001-05:00

Multi-faces
Originally uploaded by .edward

@ hasaki on E 9th Street

Merienda

2009-01-07T17:01:00.001-05:00

Merienda
Originally uploaded by .edward

Espresso & tarralucci

wednesday lunch

2009-01-07T14:42:00.001-05:00

wednesday lunch
Originally uploaded by .edward

Grazie Sal for the slice!

took a detour to NY Noodletown in Chinatown

2008-12-29T00:20:00.001-05:00

Late night supper: eggplant over rice, salt & pepper squid, shrimp wonton & noodle soup & shrimp congee!! Open until 4am every night!

Merry Christmas!

2008-12-25T03:56:00.001-05:00

Merry Christmas!
Originally uploaded by .edward

Like old new york

2008-12-17T21:32:00.001-05:00

Like old new york
Originally uploaded by .edward

Eating at Lanza's/Sal Anthony - the dining room is like being in an old
dining hall.

Monday night dinner

2008-12-15T21:31:00.001-05:00

Monday night dinner
Originally uploaded by .edward

Post yoga/wing tsun dinner....

Thanksgiving meal #1: lunch in NYC

2008-11-27T18:06:00.001-05:00

Thanksgiving meal #1: lunch in NYC
Originally uploaded by .edward

On the way to Long Island for Thanksgiving dinner...ah family get togethers!

2008-11-27T17:58:00.001-05:00

Cooper square hotel: update

2008-11-14T10:23:00.001-05:00

Cooper square hotel: update
Originally uploaded by .edward

Fall Cocktail: Whiskey Mac

2008-11-02T00:21:00.001-04:00

Fall Cocktail: Whiskey Mac
Originally uploaded by .edward

November 14th!

2008-10-24T20:20:00.001-04:00

November 14th!
Originally uploaded by .edward

seen on The Bowery and 4th Street.

Mulitple orders

2008-10-21T01:36:00.000-04:00

While waiting for our late night supper at Veselka, we observed this LI-ish trio ordering eight entrees for their table--plus a cheeseburger to go....

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From the Rational Animal event...These girls rock!

2008-10-06T21:11:00.001-04:00

From the Rational Animal event...These girls rock!
Originally uploaded by .edward

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Oktoberfest facts

2008-09-28T20:46:00.001-04:00

Oktoberfest facts
Originally uploaded by .edward

Art?

2008-09-23T14:47:00.000-04:00

Seen on houston & bowery

TGIF

2008-09-12T16:30:00.000-04:00

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Another one bites the dust...

2008-09-10T13:44:00.001-04:00

Another one bites the dust...
Originally uploaded by .edward

This "mom and pop" store has been around since the late '80s, bought many cards here over the years -- even enjoyed many a haagen dasz ice cream in the adjacent cafe.

Wonder which bank or chain will take its place?

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Perfect sunday...

2008-09-07T18:34:00.000-04:00

At madison Square park

Late nite indulgence at yakitori taisho...

2008-09-05T01:42:00.001-04:00

Late nite indulgence at yakitori taisho...
Originally uploaded by .edward

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Late summer sunflowers!

2008-09-04T10:12:00.001-04:00

Late summer sunflowers!
Originally uploaded by .edward

Seen at Union Square Market.

End of an era...

2008-09-01T20:50:00.001-04:00

End of an era...
Originally uploaded by .edward

This was one the the *first* video rental stores in Manhattan...used to rent movies in Beta format. Now closed...wonder which bank or chain will rent the space.

Drinking a Pocono Pale Ale in Stroudsburg, PA.

2008-08-30T20:04:00.001-04:00

Drinking a Pocono Pale Ale in Stroudsburg, PA.
Originally uploaded by .edward

Seen in Woodstock

2008-08-26T07:55:00.000-04:00

Monte das Ânforas

2008-08-23T20:53:00.000-04:00

Wine and thai food at the new Spice on Second Avenue.

Sunset at the fountain

2008-08-23T19:48:00.000-04:00

Seen on East 13 Street

2008-08-23T14:53:00.000-04:00

Saturday Brunch

2008-08-23T14:43:00.000-04:00

Tina & Tori at La Palette.

Brunch at La Pallette

2008-08-23T13:11:00.000-04:00