Tag Archives: Restaurant

Catch It: Alice’s Tea Cup

Posted on April 24, 2018 by W.D. Moore

From time to time after my walks in Central Park, I treat myself to a yummy oatmeal cookie at Alice’s Tea Cup (102 West 73rd St., New York, NY 10023). It is like being in your own secret garden in … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, Cafes, Coffee & Tea, Oatmeal Cookie, Restaurants | Tagged Alice's Tea Cup, Columbus Avenue, Restaurant, Scones, Tea Sandwiches, Upper West Side | Leave a comment

Catch It: Till & Sprocket

Posted on September 27, 2017 by W.D. Moore

Last Thursday, I met with my friend Michelle for a late lunch at Till & Sprocket, located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. We both ordered the same: Beet Caprese (sliced red beets, fresh mozzarella and pistachio pesto) with Salmon. … Continue reading →

Posted in American Comfort Food | Tagged American Comfort Food, Beet Caprese, North Chelsea, Restaurant, Till & Sprocket, Wine Bar | 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: Merchants NY

Posted on August 20, 2016 by W.D. Moore

The aura of love. First it was her smile. Then his smile—and our smiles at them. Several Sundays ago, friends and family members of the couple were celebrating at Merchants NY (112 7th Avenue, between 16 & 17th Street) in … Continue reading →

Posted in American Comfort Food, Chelsea, Classic Burger, Sangria | Tagged Chelsea, Classic Burger, Gallery, Restaurant, Rio Grande Grilled Chicken Salad, Wine Bar | Leave a comment

Catch It: Indie Food and Wine

Posted on May 13, 2014 by W.D. Moore

One evening, I came upon Indie Food and Wine at 144 West 65th Street, New York, NY 10023. Funny how I never noticed it before, since I am often at the New York Public Library for the Performance Arts at … Continue reading →

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Catch It: Xiˈan Famous Foods

Posted on April 24, 2014 by W.D. Moore

“How sweet this crust.” Such were the words of Henry D. Thoreau and similar words from a family of six from China, sitting on a bench in Central Park; eating burgers, noodles, and soups from Xiˈan Famous Foods on the … Continue reading →

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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 →

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Catch It: NYC: Unexplored Tracks

Posted on March 20, 2013 by W.D. Moore

In New York City, an unexplored track could be one block to one’s Avenue. As I walk throughout the city, I encounter cafes, bakeries, restaurants, art work, and long lines at mini trucks with home-style cuisine. Last week, I found … Continue reading →

Posted in Bakeries, Cafes, Grilled Cheese, Hotels, Italian Cuisine, Lower East Side, Marketplace, Restaurants, Upper East Side, Wine Bar | Tagged Cafe, Grilled Cheese, Lower East Side, Marketplace, Restaurant, Unexplored Tracks, Upper East Side | 1 Comment

Catch It: Edward’s Restaurant

Posted on September 24, 2012 by W.D. Moore

In the book, After the Storm, by A.E. Hotchner, a screenwriter, for sixteen of Ernest Hemingway’s works—Hemingway said of the adaptation, After the Storm “Just don’t play it safe….Even if it doesn’t work out, you’re all right. The hell with … Continue reading →

Posted in Bars, Cafes, Restaurants, SoHo, Tribeca | Tagged Cafe, Restaurant, TriBeCa | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in Broadway, Cafes, Marketplace, Restaurants, Steakhouse, Upper West Side | Tagged Broadway, Cafe, Marketplace, Restaurant, Steakhouse, Upper West Side | 1 Comment