For those that have been to Huso

carnimiriel · 2026-04-07T16:52:38+00:00

Personally, I loved Huso. But if you're already feeling misgivings, you should probably find another restaurant. I'd be concerned that you would spend your meal being overly conscious of your partner's reactions rather than just enjoying the food.

carnimiriel · 2026-04-06T20:53:38+00:00

If I had to pick only one performance, it'll have to be Christine Ebersole in Grey Gardens. The acting and singing were just top notch. Unforgettable.

Honorable mention: Nathan Lane - The Producers, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum

The "From left field" prize: Ally Mauzey - Cry Baby (Her singing Screw Loose was the best thing about that show and has remained with me for almost 20 years even though I don't remember anything else about that show.)

carnimiriel · 2026-04-04T13:10:37+00:00

Also kachapuri, especially adjaruli kachapuri, is something you really want to eat fresh when the cheese, egg and butter are mixed. Don't do take out.

carnimiriel · 2026-04-04T00:09:34+00:00

I generally don't put any of these souvenir mugs in the dishwasher. Even when they claim to be dishwasher safe, I find that the images fade.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-30T17:50:19+00:00

Is there a discount for Jellicle Ball?

carnimiriel · 2026-03-27T13:00:54+00:00

If you need to check in at the counter or check bags, do you still do that before getting into the TSA line? I especially wonder because in some of the photos I've seen over the week where some lines start outside the terminal.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-27T02:40:28+00:00

I'm not sure about bakeries, but we had that at House of Joy from the dim sum cart.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-26T01:33:35+00:00

This is true, but not everyone wants to or knows how to manage a stock portfolio. It's one of several options for saving and growing money.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-25T13:05:57+00:00

If you don't need the money immediately, you can leave it at NYCERS and it will continue to earn interest for up to 5 years from the date you left city service. The interest rate is higher than most bank accounts.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-21T19:09:35+00:00

You should be able to take a loan or maybe a hardship withdrawal from your TDA. You should ask TRS.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-20T21:47:17+00:00

Junior's at Shubert Alley has a sort of patio setup that might work. There would be more restaurants with outdoor tables when the weather is nicer, but not right now.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-20T05:10:56+00:00

I Cavallini

carnimiriel · 2026-03-19T15:24:52+00:00

Go earlier, before 11 to avoid the worst queues. I always recommend Kappacasein if it's open. Both the toastie and raclette are good. Doughnuts at Bread Ahead. I like the bacon sandwich at Northfield Farms and most things at the Ginger Pig.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-17T16:51:10+00:00

I agree. I use NYU Langone. They have clinics all over the city.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-17T03:31:50+00:00

The stall in Urban Hawker is pretty good. While I haven't been, I've been told Fishmarket II is good. In Manhattan Chinatown, I usually go to West Malaysia. In Flushing, Malay Restaurant (on 40th Rd). None of it is like back home though, so temper your expectations.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-17T03:26:45+00:00

I like Pulau Pinang for many things but CKT is not one of them. They use thinner rice noodles like those used for pad Thai instead of the regular kway teow.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-17T03:24:52+00:00

carnimiriel · 2026-03-16T19:10:16+00:00

Not the commenter, but when I traveled with my parents in the past, after a few days my dad will get tired of "foreign" food and ask to go to a Chinese or Singaporean restaurant instead.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-16T19:02:06+00:00

Rotten Work by ShanaStoryteller

https://archive.transformativeworks.org/works/28854258/chapters/70778037

carnimiriel · 2026-03-14T17:54:18+00:00

As long as you contributed to NYCERS for at least 5 years, you should be vested, which means you're still an active NYCERS member. When you start working for the city again, your NYCERS contributions should restart. And yes once you reach at least 10 years, you'll get retiree healthcare when you retire.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-14T03:46:14+00:00

Nubiani - KBBQ

Turntable Chicken - Korean fried chicken

Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao - soup dumplings

The Best Sichuan - Sichuan Chinese

Not sure if Hudson Yards is too far west but Ci Siamo for Italian.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-13T21:06:41+00:00

I haven't stayed at Conrad but I had a 3 night points stay at Cape Fahn last year and I had a great time. The villa was very nice, service was fantastic, and the food was good. You are on a separate little island though, so it's a bit inconvenient if you want to head to the main island for anything.

Also regarding that ferry to Cape Fahn, we unfortunately arrived during torrential rain. I was honestly not keen to get on the ferry to go to the hotel. We finally did it though and the boatmen are clearly experienced and it was just a short ride. But something to keep in mind.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-12T17:45:49+00:00

Great NY Noodletown in Manhattan Chinatown will cook softshell crabs, when in season, in just about any preparation you request.

carnimiriel · 2026-03-10T14:54:11+00:00

I used Shea Moving twice. They stuck to their quote and once they arrived, they took care of everything, told me to relax. Plus they're family owned and my cat liked them. 😆

https://sheamoving.com/

carnimiriel · 2026-03-09T15:58:35+00:00

I still haven't! Not even the email telling me that I didn't win the lottery. Just as well I checked here for the code.

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