afternoon tea at the gorgeous Oscar Wilde lounge earlier in the year. But it was last year in July (when our Oscar was just a twinkle in the eye) that I first tried the restaurant Laurent. Back then the restaurant was brand new – but I already knew I was fan of the food of Executive Chef Laurent Tourondel having tried his cuisine in Miami a few years ago. … [Read more...] about A New York Inspired Brunch at Laurent at Hotel Cafe Royal
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Best Hyatt New York: Park Vs Grand Vs Andaz Vs Centric
The hotel is located on 5th Avenue, though the main entrance is on East 41st Street, just across the street from the New York Public Library and Bryant Park. Other attractions which are walkable from this lovely hotel include the Empire State Building, Times Square, Grand Central Terminal and Rockefeller Center, although it takes around an hour to taxi from New York-JFK airport to the hotel and around half an hour from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). You have easy access to more than a dozen subway lines too, ideal for exploring the rest of Manhattan and beyond. … [Read more...] about Best Hyatt New York: Park Vs Grand Vs Andaz Vs Centric
New law to ban foreign spouses for abusive S Koreans
Following the assault, the Ministry of Justice announced on August 21 a "One-strike Out" policy prohibiting domestic violence offenders from marrying a foreign spouse. The ministry has also strengthened immigrant spouse education and empowerment, the notice said. … [Read more...] about New law to ban foreign spouses for abusive S Koreans
Top 5 Destinations to Spend New Year’s Eve in Europe
Berlin [Germany] Berlin is one of Europe’s largest street parties. Every night of New Year’s Eve, thousands of people gather on a two-kilometer stretch of Berlin between the Brandenburg Gate and the Victory Column. Here, you will find shows, party tents, and food and drink stands. The firework display starts at exactly midnight. You will see the fireworks from almost everywhere in Berlin. … [Read more...] about Top 5 Destinations to Spend New Year’s Eve in Europe
Rags to riches: MLB to open NYC retail store at new offices
MLB is moving its offices in January to the west side of midtown Manhattan, near Rockefeller Center, in the tower above the retail store. The sport has been in its current offices, near Grand Central Terminal, since 1999. The new location will also house Major League Baseball Advanced Media, which has been farther downtown in Chelsea. … [Read more...] about Rags to riches: MLB to open NYC retail store at new offices
