Category Archives: Upper West Side

Catch It: Melba’s: American Comfort Food

Posted on August 31, 2012 by W.D. Moore

Once again I ventured to Harlem, in particular to Melba’s at 300 West 114th Street (at Frederick Douglass Blvd.) New York, NY 10026. I remember reading Beau Brummell: The Ultimate Man of Style by Ian Kelly; and Ms. Melba Wilson, … Continue reading →

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Catch It: Frederick’s Café & Bistro

Posted on June 12, 2012 by W.D. Moore

A new kind of coffee pleasure and café treasure awaits one at Frederick’s Café & Bistro. It is located at 2104 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY 10026; it is in the area of Harlem Hamlet—(110th to 125th Street & 8th Avenue); … Continue reading →

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Catch It: Bettolona

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

On May 31st, I ran into friends at Barnard College, then dashed to the IRT (1) train at 125th Street. Unexpectedly, I came upon Bettolona, an Italian Bistro at 3143 Broadway, New York, NY 10027. Thursday was a sunny summertime … 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: 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: 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: HARLEM HAMLET

Posted on April 15, 2011 by W.D. Moore

The sunlight and moonlight forever glow in Harlem Hamlet: a small village where high culture, pop culture, and all cultures mingle along Frederick Douglass Boulevard (8th Avenue) in New York City. Harlem Hamlet runs from 110th Street to 125th Street.  It’s a neighborhood worth … Continue reading →

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CATCH IT! PETROSSIAN BOUTIQUE CAFÉ

Posted on September 14, 2010 by W.D. Moore

PETROSSIAN BOUTIQUE CAFÉ: That name Petrossian–could it be Russian?  Can you imagine this in the 1965 epic movie, Doctor Zhivago: Lara Antipova and Dr. Zhivago find one another after all.  They hold hands while walking to the Petrosssian Restaurant.  They … Continue reading →

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CATCH IT! SHEEP MEADOW IN CENTRAL PARK

Posted on August 25, 2010 by W.D. Moore

SHEEP MEADOW IN CENTRAL PARK:  It was Sunday, August 15th; the blistering sun was my companion.  I had read chapters in three books, well at least a few pages in each:  The Red Pony by John Steinbeck, The Return by Victoria … Continue reading →

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