Monthly Archives: April 2011

When in Rome…Take a Walk

Posted on April 30, 2011 by Epicurious Travelers

For Eleanor and Malcolm who are on their way to Rome. Here is our favorite walk, “off the beaten track,” through Campo de’ Fiori, Piazza Farnese, the Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere. Dear Eleanor and Malcolm:  It’s springtime.  Slip away from … Continue reading →

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Jazz History: Lena Horne at the Waldorf

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Epicurious Travelers

Lena Horne was beautiful—the essence of a star. But because of race she never got the dramatic Hollywood roles she deserved. In the mid-1950s, the sultry and professionally frustrated actress left Hollywood to focus on singing—a brilliant move. Her career’s … Continue reading →

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Meet Me At The Waldorf

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Epicurious Travelers

All this and a taxi back to the Waldorf, a schmoozy unwind in the piano bar, and a great night’s sleep. S’wonderful.  •

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Look Who’s Talking

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Epicurious Travelers

Check Out: Frantic For Food Carts “On a recent trip to Puerto Rico I found myself diving into a rotisserie chicken that I bought from a van on the side of the road. At one point I looked up, salty, … Continue reading →

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