These are a few of my favorite things…
If you’re the type to show affection through gifts, they also happen to be my top love language! While never expected, a little something extra always warms my heart (and loins).
From local jewelry designers (I wear gold and silver) to timeless clothing (silk or linen especially), educational or experiential activities and treats for my beloved dog, Mr. C
For more immediate gifts (say, things you could bring to a date) something from this list is sure to make me smile…
Paper thin Prosciutto, spicy Copa and jamón Iberico
Medjool dates
Dairy free/vegan dark chocolate or baked goods
(I can eat eggs but not dairy-milk, cream, cheese etc. Please make sure any chocolates are dairy free/vegan)
Bold, earthy red wines
Dry, mineral forward white wines
Funky, unfiltered and/or lightly carbonated orange wine
Smooth sipping mezcal
Etsu Hokkaido, Suntory Roku or Botanist gin
A bouquet from Social Flowers to keep my home in eternal spring
A gift card to Etsy, Bathhouse, Eataly or Silver Mirror
You can make a charitable donation in my name!
I consider myself fortunate on multiple accounts and like to give back to the community. Here are a few causes close to my heart…
Citymeals on Wheels (NYC specific) or Meals on Wheels America
Whole Foods gift cards to help restock items needed in my community center refrigerators
If you donate $100 or more to any of these causes and send me a screenshot of the receipt, I’ll send you a special thank you.
My list of favorite places to dine, in no particular order…
Keens
St. Anselm
Shuko
Sushi Nakazawa
Shinn East
Yakiniku Futago
Cafe Mogador
Gramercy Tavern
Union Square Cafe
Barbounia
Cozy Royale
Sel Rrose (not a typo, it has 2 r’s)
Bar Jamon/Casa Mono
