Author Archives: W.D. Moore

Catch It: The Book: Off the Beaten (Subway) Track

Posted on May 15, 2012 by W.D. Moore

The other day, I tried to make a Key Lime Pie. It was a disaster, and afterwards, I thought, “Why don’t you pick up a homemade pie from Steve’s Authentic Key Lime Pies—you read it in Off the Beaten (Subway) … Continue reading →

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Catch It: Mother’s Day in Manhattan

Posted on May 1, 2012 by W.D. Moore

Today is a rainy day in May. May 1 is May Day, and according to the World Book Encyclopedia, “May Day is celebrated as a spring festival in many countries. It marks the revival of life in early spring after … Continue reading →

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Catch It: Corner Shop Café

Posted on April 17, 2012 by W.D. Moore

What is lovely about walking in New York City is one comes across the Corner Shop Café—a quaint café at 643 Broadway & Bleecker Street, New York 10012. It is a popular brunch place in Greenwich Village; a poetic atmosphere … Continue reading →

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Catch It: Fairway Café & Steakhouse

Posted on April 2, 2012 by W.D. Moore

When one thinks of organic, I am reminded of a definition from the “USDA: National Organic Program: Organic is a labeling term that indicates that the food or other agricultural product has been produced through approved methods that integrate cultural, … Continue reading →

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Catch It: Sezz Medi′: Pizzeria Napoletana, Ristorante & Café

Posted on March 15, 2012 by W.D. Moore

A week ago, my girlfriend Tashna and her two beautiful girls: Lelia, four-years-old and Nina, two-years-old and I went for an early dinner at Sezz Medi′. The restaurant is located at 1260 Amsterdam Avenue (corner of 122nd Street) New York, … Continue reading →

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CATCH IT: Laughing Man Market Place

Posted on March 6, 2012 by W.D. Moore

In J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Fellowship of the Ring, he wrote, “Not all those who wander are lost.” On Tuesday, February 28th, the morning weather was warm for winter. I had a meeting down town on Broadway to discuss a new … Continue reading →

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CATCH IT: Nizza Restaurant: Hell’s Kitchen

Posted on February 22, 2012 by W.D. Moore

My cousin Cecil, sharp and smart from Savannah, Georgia telephoned me in January, and said, “Hey, Elizabeth and I are flying in to New York City on Thursday, February 9th for dinner and a Broadway Show. Could you pick a restaurant, … Continue reading →

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CATCH IT: Valentine’s Amsterdam Avenue Style

Posted on February 13, 2012 by W.D. Moore

Amsterdam Avenue on Manhattan’s Upper West Side has charming restaurants, chocolatier cafes, and a “Peacefood Cafe.”  There are eateries to entice you on Valentine’s Day, and I list 18 restaurants with a subtle style on Amsterdam Avenue. Upper West Side Restaurants (73rd … Continue reading →

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Catch It: Lolita Bar on Broome Street

Posted on February 3, 2012 by W.D. Moore

It is nothing like having good friendships. The delight of becoming friends with the entire family and the fellowships that grow in years are golden. On a wintry January evening, I was invited to attend my friends, Benita and Curtis’s … Continue reading →

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Catch It: Dinosaur Bar-B-Que

Posted on January 23, 2012 by W.D. Moore

While growing up in Atlanta, Georgia, week-end barbecues were a family tradition. Many years later when I moved to New York City, I would wait until I visited my Mom’s home for a barbeque—treat. On Saturday, January 7th, I came … Continue reading →

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