Archive for the ‘Rest.’ Category

Sam LaGrassa’s, Boston, MA USA

I met my mother at 11:40am, and the place was already packed. Tourists toting luggage on their way to the airport, businessmen dawned in suits partaking in power-lunches, your stereotypical Bostonian enjoying their daily routine… Sam LaGrassa’s was famous and respected among all walks of life. And why shouldn’t it be? This place was great. […]

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Judie’s, Amherst, MA USA

Janet waited years to experience a club sandwich with me. Every time we visited, she told me about a new spot for a great club.‎ But neither of us thought Judie’s in Amherst would have one on their menu. A local legend and true institution, Lily picked Judie’s to celebrate her graduation and upon my […]

Sweetwater Tavern and Grille, Chicago, IL USA

I couldn’t tell if I was in a sports bar or businessman’s power lunch spot. I suppose I liked the vibe. TVs everywhere, patrons on their laptops, people discussing business over the load music. The atmosphere told me I should have a beer in my hand, rather than my water, but alas, meetings all day […]

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Bobby Van’s, Washington DC, USA

Commuting to DC from Boston is a breeze. With a flight time of about 90 minutes, coupled with the fact that I can get from my apartment through airport security in 25 minutes (thank you TSA Precheck) and then from DCA into town in an additional 15 minutes, I find this commute easier than a […]

Joe’s Famous Deli, Vail, CO USA

I arrived in Vail tired, hungry, dehydrated, and with a pounding headache. My 4th travel destination in 5 days… sure, I was excited for a weekend skiing, but truth be told, all I wanted in the moment was some energy and relaxation. As I walked around Vail Village all I could find were sit down […]

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Tat’s Delicatessen, Seattle, WA USA

I had landed in Seattle on a rainy day. It was switching between pouring out and downpouring out. The front desk at my hotel said this was common – and it seemed the locals agreed. I felt like a complete tourist walking around with an umbrella, while literally everyone around me seemed happy getting soaked. […]