Spitzer’s Corner

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Season: Spring

Mood: after an 11 hour work day we were starving and in need of a drink but wanted to keep it low cost due to going out several times this week.

What I drank: this place has tons of beers on tap including my fave, IPA. I chose Bear Republic Racer’s IPA.
It was on the lighter side for that style of beer and not as hoppy as I usually prefer for an IPA. It’s a good beer for novice IPA drinkers.

What I ate:
The Veggie Burger was on my mind. Chickpeas and vegetables mashed into a delicious patty and served alongside this tangy mustard-y BBQ sauce. I think I ate the whole thing just so I could have the sauce. We also enjoyed some sweet potato fries served with spicy ketchup.

Cost: $33 with tip

Final thoughts: The scene is UES ventures to the LES. On the bright side it made for great people watching. I never throw this place out as an option but usually on go when others recommend it.

Caracas Arepa Bar – Brooklyn

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Meal: Dinner at Caracas Arepa BarBrooklyn Summer Ale & Venezuelan Rum

Season: Spring

Why: Met up with friends and headed to my neighborhood sports bar, Mulholland’s to watch the NBA playoffs but we didn’t want bar food.

Mood: It was a pleasant 72 degrees so we wanted a place with open windows and an inexpensive price tag.

What I drank: I was in the mood for a beer and since it’s local, and delicious, I ordered the Brooklyn Summer Ale. It came with a shot of rum for only $1 more. It wasn’t just any rum but Venezuelan white rum, which by the countries law, must be aged for at least two years. It was a smooth chug.

What I ate: We ordered chips and guacamole to start. Sitting at the end of the bar we observed the fry guy cooking up fresh banana chips. They were served in a handsome basket and still warm when they were put in front of us. For dinner I ordered my fave, La Mulata. An arepa with black beans, jalapenos, grilled red peppers and white cheese.

My dessert: A shot, courtesy of the bartender, prepared with Venezuelan rum, jasmine bitters, agave, and lime.

Cost: $22 with tip

Final Thoughts: The bartender was attentive, friendly, and not over-bearing. The food was hot and fresh. The beer was cold and the shots were poured with love. Overall, it was tasty, quick, and cheap. I have and wil continue to go back!

Nawlins Edition

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The New Year calls for new adventures and thanks to my friends upcoming nuptials I had an excuse to explore a new city. Last weekend we went to celebrate her bachelorette party in New Orleans. A city deep with culture, I was anticipating nothing short of a good time. The maid of honor planned everything and I was able to simply enjoy the ride. Continue reading →

BK vs. MTL

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It’s been more than a decade since Montreal and Brooklyn have been juxtaposed from an art perspective. After a Paris-Brooklyn exchange Montrealers thought a comparison with their city and Brooklyn would be a fantastic platform to showcase both the differences and similarities of each art community.

This weekend the Brooklyn side of the affair will take place in DUMBO as a free event to all. Visit BrooklynMonteal.com for gallery openings and exhibit dates.

Will you check out the Brooklyn Montreal Contemporary Art Event this weekend?

 

Cultrified

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New York City’s Museums are world-renowned and if you live here or are just stopping in for a weekend of fun they are a must on your to-do list. Visiting every museum can get pricey and with so many great exhibits offered around the city it can be difficult to choose just one. My go to in any season is the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Continue reading →