Life In The Weeds

THIS is a deal!

Most people think NYC is the epitome of inflated prices...hell, last night, while having a few cocktails with friends at a local bar, the drink "special" - a Mojito - was $9 (until 7pm!).

Okay, so maybe it is true, but that is not to say that NYC is not without a deal.

2 Brothers Pizza is making a name for themselves with there regular lunch special.  Yes, regular lunch special - all day, everyday.

And, these are NY style slices...big!

They seem to be popping up on every corner...I have seen at least 6 or so and they are always packed.  Lines around the corner most days.

I am confident that this is the greatest value you can find in Manhattan.  There is nothing better than throwing down a fiver for lunch and getting change back!

I'm sold.

 

 

 

 

 

mj

Berlin, my favorite city

Last week I was in Berlin, and without fail, no matter who I spoke with...American or European...I heard the same comments..."Berlin is my favorite city."

It was my first trip to Berlin and I was fortunate to have a free day to explore the city. The person I was traveling with had the brilliant idea to tour the city using Fat Tire Bike Tours.  Did I mention this was a brilliant idea?

Over the course of almost 5 hours, we saw lots and lots of Berlin...while cruising around on a big ol' Beach Cruiser bicycle.  I did not find the city itself to be particularly beautiful...the architecture was not too stunning either...but, the history and the anecdotes about the city were fascinating.

Some of my observations of Berlin:

• The people were all very friendly, spoke English fluently, were very fashionable and fit
• The city was very clean
• Berlin was just flattened in WWII, so all the buildings are relatively young - though, many "look" old
• I felt like I died and went to heaven in The Adidas Store
• Everyone smokes
• The food was very good; the beer was exceptional

All in all, it was a nice visit...is Berlin my favorite city though?  Not sure I can get on that band wagon...

mj

 

Halloween is for the Dogs

I friend of mine shared this photo with me and it is worth passing along...clearly, Halloween is not just for children.

mj