Category Archives: Midtown

Catch It: Ole & Steen

Posted on August 29, 2019 by W.D. Moore

The mystery of love is like being in love with Cinnamon swirl at Ole & Steen. Yesterday, I stopped in their Bryant Park location and purchased a sumptuous Cinnamon swirl and coffee. I sat in a comfortable chair, looking onto … Continue reading →

Posted in Bakeries, Bryant Park, Cafes, Chocolate, Midtown | Tagged Bakery, Bryant Park, Cafe, Cinnamon Buns, Ole & Steen | Leave a comment

Catch It: Castell Rooftop Lounge

Posted on June 4, 2019 by W.D. Moore

Out of the blue, my friend Jeannie telephoned me to meet with her friends at Castell Rooftop Lounge for cocktails at 260 40th Street, New York, NY 10018. It was a beautiful Friday, a lovely evening with a dear friend … Continue reading →

Posted in Bars, Lounge, Midtown, Rooftop Lounge, Small Plates | Tagged American Comfort Food, Castell Rooftop Lounge, Midtown Bars & Cafes, Rooftop Lounge | Leave a comment

Catch It: Inside Park at St. Barts

Posted on August 8, 2018 by W.D. Moore

On Wednesday last, several friends and I met for dinner at Inside Park at St. Barts, located at 325 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10022. It is a popular place, especially on Wednesdays and Thursdays where people go to meet … Continue reading →

Posted in American Comfort Food, Bars, Classic Burger, Midtown, Restaurants | Tagged American Comfort Food, Chips and Dips, Inside Park at St. Barts, Midtown Restaurant, Park Avenue, Terrace Space | Leave a comment

Catch It: Magnolia Bakery

Posted on May 11, 2018 by W.D. Moore

For me, the joy of watching my Mom bake a pie, a cake, or cornbread was the best things in life. The aroma of sweetness flowed throughout our house in Georgia. I am reminded of those days whenever I come … Continue reading →

Posted in Brownies, Cakes & Cupcakes, Midtown, Mother's Day, Southern Baked Goods, Wedding Cakes | Tagged American Comfort Food, Bakery, Magnolia Bakery, Rockefeller Center | Leave a comment

Catch It: Coffeemania Restaurant

Posted on March 15, 2017 by W.D. Moore

After weathering the Sixth Avenue traffic and a long meeting in Midtown’s Bryant Park neighborhood, I came upon Coffeemania (1065 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10018). I thought I would chill out over a warm cup of coffee, … Continue reading →

Posted in Contemporary American Cuisine, Midtown, Restaurants | Tagged Asian, Coffee, Contemporary American Cuisine, French, Midtown Restaurant, Pannochka, Russian | Leave a comment

Catch It: Max Brenner’s Hot Chocolate

Posted on December 8, 2016 by W.D. Moore

Friday after Thanksgiving, friends and I went to The Rink at Bryant Park. Judy and Joey and their children, ages 10, 14 and 5. I did not skate, but instead strolled over to Max Brenner’s kiosk for some hot chocolate. … Continue reading →

Posted in Bryant Park, Chocolatier, Coffee & Tea, Gift Shops, Hot Chocolate, Midtown, The Rink | Tagged Bryant Park, Chocolatier, Hot Chocolate, Max Brenner's kiosk, Restaurant, The Rink | Leave a comment

Catch It: Donna Bell’s Bake Shop

Posted on October 2, 2015 by W.D. Moore

Where is the fun in passing by a bakery, peering through the window, and just smiling at the creamy moist homemade Classic White Cake, Carrot Cake, Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake, or chocolate cookies, cupcakes, and biscuits? While growing up in the … Continue reading →

Posted in American Comfort Food, Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Midtown, Savory Sandwiches, Southern Baked Goods | Tagged American Comfort Food, Cakes & Cupcakes, Hell's Kitchen, Southern Baked Goods, Sweet Tea, West 49th Street | Leave a comment

Catch It: Little Pie Company

Posted on March 3, 2015 by W.D. Moore

From the first bite of my Applesauce Carrot Cake, I said out loud that I would order another slice and not have dinner. My friend Julia and her daughter Anna giggled—and so did I. They were taking me out to … Continue reading →

Posted in Apple Pie, Bakeries, Cafes, Midtown | Tagged Cafe, Little Pie Company, Midtown West Manhattan, Old-fashioned cakes | Leave a comment

Catch It: The Bar Downstairs

Posted on November 26, 2013 by W.D. Moore

On Saturday, November 9,2013, I invited my friends to come to celebrate my debut novel: Journey Back When at The Bar Downstairs (485 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10018). We had a smashing time; lounging in the spacious, luxurious, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Bars, Books, Fifth Avenue, Midtown | Tagged Books, Midtown Bars & Cafes, Restaurant | Leave a comment

Catch It: Tommy Bahama Restaurant

Posted on July 26, 2013 by W.D. Moore

Last Friday, my friends and I had cocktails and dinner at Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar, located at 551 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10176. It is beautifully sleek, an oasis in the summertime heat. Its palatable cuisine, really nice … Continue reading →

Posted in Bars, Eco-Friendly Fashion, Fifth Avenue, Midtown, Restaurants | Tagged Bahama Restaurant & Bar | Leave a comment