When I was a student in Ireland, I fell deeply in love—with a hot Irishman and dairy. Eventually, the gent turned into a great friend, but the passion for dairy has never abated; it’s still a hot affair. I’ve documented my adoration of ice cream. I’m pretty convinced that I’d eat an old shoe if [...]
Archive for the ‘By Celest’ category
April 23rd, 2010
Dairy with a Brogue, by Celest
February 24th, 2010
Pizza Field Notes, by Celest
Whenever my dad (a gregarious MexTexican) comes to visit, his favorite thing to do is ask every random person he meets what they think is the best slice of pizza in New York City. He asks everyone. Cabbies. Bartenders. Bodega owners. He’s often eating a slice while he asks the guy, who just sold it [...]
March 29th, 2009
Milk is Making Me a Cow, by Celest
Thank God New York will still be cold for another few weeks. I need to hide in my cozy sweaters a bit longer and plot atonement for a recent baked goods overload that has left me feeling like the only “clothes” I have that fit properly are made of terry cloth. A robe is so [...]
February 20th, 2009
Best Brew, Through and Through (Part II), by Celest
11. Best Italian Accent: Falai Panneteria They brew Illy espresso—a favorite—and serve it signature black and white cups and saucers. In fact, everything here is pretty black and white: décor, tastiness, LES “cool” factor. This is a sexy spot to sip an espresso and share a “morning after,” rumpled hair, smudged eyeliner, aviator sunglasses kinda [...]
February 5th, 2009
Best Brew, Through and Through, by Celest
For me, coffee is an everyday luxury. By “everyday,” though, I mean Simple. Pure. Uncomplicated. I don’t mean that it’s a daily indulgence. First, I can’t drink coffee every day because I love it too much. I need to ration, so as not to take it for granted. Gotta keep it special. Second, I’m too [...]
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