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An artistic depiction of guests at the 18th-century Mount Vernon Hotel in New York City. Photo by Valerie Blanchard
Museum Reviews
Valerie Blanchard

Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden

Just north of the Queensborough Bridge in Manhattan I recently discovered the Mount Vernon Hotel Museum and Garden while hurrying to an appointment on East 68th Street. Once I saw it, I stopped and could hardly take my eyes off this cozy, charming, well-maintained, 18th-century hotel. Its locked gates and imposing stone wall were mysterious, and I knew I must get inside to see the gardens and building.

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A setting in the David Burke Tavern. From DavidBurkeTavern.com
Dining
Sora Vernikoff

David Burke Tavern

One nice night at the beginning of October, my girlfriend and I decided to meet for dinner at the David Burke Tavern. It’s a charming restaurant located at 135 East 62nd Street between Lexington and Park Avenues.

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TBAR NYC. Photo courtesy Tbar.nyc
New York Restaurant Reviews
Sora Vernikoff

TBar

If you find yourself on the Upper East Side closer to Madison or Fifth definitely check out T-Bar.
It won’t disappoint!

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Beyond Sushi entrance. Photo by Edward Kliszus
New York Restaurant Reviews
Valerie Blanchard

Beyond Sushi

Beyond Sushi restaurant on New York’s upper east side was a fun, friendly, and comfortable place, delivering an ergonomic experience beyond my expectations. Entering, as my mind briefly drifted into a hazy sentimental sojourn of cheese babka, burgers, pizza, zeppoles, and sausage and peppers, I was mesmerized by the establishment’s skilled chefs who created miraculous textures, flavors, and the beauty of an innovative sushi roll.

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Elio's in Yorkville, NYC. Photo: Sora Vernikoff
New York Restaurant Reviews
Sora Vernikoff

Elio’s in Yorkville

Elio’s is an old-school Italian restaurant with close, intimate seating. While this arrangement made the room a bit noisy by 7 pm, the food service was outstanding, with delicious dishes brought quickly to tables.

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