Author Archives: Krissy Dolor

Avoid the Malls and Shop the Holiday Markets Instead

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Krissy Dolor

Shopping enthusiasts who take no prisoners while hunting holiday deals love Black Friday. Tech whizzes who want to avoid the crowds wait for Cyber Monday. But those who wish to find unique gifts — or simply want to avoid the … Continue reading →

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Getting Distracted By Product Placement

Posted on November 14, 2010 by Krissy Dolor

This weekend Paramount Pictures released their latest comedy, “Morning Glory,” about aspiring news producer Becky Fuller (Rachel McAdams) and her attempts to revitalize “Daybreak,” a failing morning news show. While the movie is memorable enough (mostly because it was written … Continue reading →

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Tapas This

Posted on November 3, 2010 by Krissy Dolor

Last week’s unseasonably warm (and wonderful) weather had me feeling nostalgic for the summer, and one summer in particular: 2008. That year my family and I vacationed in Barcelona for a few days before departing on a Mediterranean cruise. However, … Continue reading →

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Leaf Peepers Love the Foliage

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Krissy Dolor

Long gone are the lazy days of summer, as well as the random spikes in temperature. With highs remaining steady in the 60-degree range, we can officially say that fall is here to stay. While some may pine for suntans … Continue reading →

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Hot Tamale! Brooklyn Botanic Garden Spices Up with Chile Pepper Fiesta

Posted on October 4, 2010 by Krissy Dolor

Forget Oktoberfest. What better way to celebrate the refreshing fall weather than the Chile Pepper Fiesta at Brooklyn Botanic Garden? The cooler (and dryer) weather was perfect for sampling spicy treats and dancing to the beat — and keeping your mouth from overheating. Continue reading →

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The Quest for the Best Diner in NYC

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Krissy Dolor

New York City is obsessed with diners. Need proof? Look no further than Google Instant, where results appear as users are still typing. After typing in ‘best diner in,’ ‘diners in,’ and ‘great diners in,’ the search engine automatically populates … Continue reading →

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