New York, New York.  I have spent many a holiday in this fair city they call the Big Apple.  Would a rose by any other name smell as sweet?  And by sweet, I mean the musty scent of slow-melting snow tainted with exhaust fumes gently swirled with the sugary aroma of roasted cashews wafting from the corner Nuts 4 Nuts vendor.  But it’s New York and it’s magnificent.  Though I begrudge the added crowds filling our streets  – be it tourists hustling from their hotel to Radio City or simply fellow New Yorkers rushing form store to store trying to find ...continue reading]]> http://www.nycmagazine.com/2010/12/03/holiday-ice-and-everything-nice-winter-in-new-york/feed/ 0 http://www.nycmagazine.com/2009/12/30/combat-boots-deemed-the-best-footwear-especially-in-nyc/ http://www.nycmagazine.com/2009/12/30/combat-boots-deemed-the-best-footwear-especially-in-nyc/#comments Wed, 30 Dec 2009 06:52:34 +0000 Yelena Mandenberg http://www.nycmagazine.com/?p=1104

The new look for this winter and spring has been decided, and these next seasons are all about androgyny. Motorcycle jackets, leather leggings, over sized t-shirts, and combat boots. Combat boots are awesome, they’re warm, wonderful to walk in when there is snow or ice outside, protect you from rain and puddles, and last forever.

Here are a few options if you’re looking into buying combat boots:

Classic Doc Matens – Cost $150.00, but last years and come in all different colors, styles and shapes.

Volatile Combat boots – A great option for those of us who don’t wear leather, but still like the ...continue reading]]> http://www.nycmagazine.com/2009/12/30/combat-boots-deemed-the-best-footwear-especially-in-nyc/feed/ 2 http://www.nycmagazine.com/2009/11/24/winter-fun-in-nyc/ http://www.nycmagazine.com/2009/11/24/winter-fun-in-nyc/#comments Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:06:42 +0000 Yelena Mandenberg http://www.nycmagazine.com/?p=693

Winter in New York City is a magical time! The city is lit up more than usual, families come to visit, and people become just slightly nicer. The weather may be cold, but if you are brave enough to venture out, here are a bunch of fun winter activities!

Ice Skating – Winter doesn’t have to be the season where you sit home and gain weight! Grab a friend, your significant other, or a family member and head to one of New York’s gorgeous ice skating rinks. Wollman Rink in Central Park is absolutely beautiful and a dream date, but can be ...continue reading]]> http://www.nycmagazine.com/2009/11/24/winter-fun-in-nyc/feed/ 0