Change
by jpreardon on January 20, 2009
And so, to all other peoples and governments who are watching today, from the grandest capitals to the small village where my father was born: know that America is a friend of each nation and every man, woman and child (…)
(Re)Making the Most of a Small Apartment
by jpreardon on January 19, 2009
Gary Chang should start a business that remakes small spaces into really functional spaces. His transformation of his own tiny apartment in Hong Kong is downright impressive (slideshow). Update 2010-04-24: There is a video of this apartment in action from (…)
The Ethics of Driving (in Manhattan)
by jpreardon on January 18, 2009
This week’s special inauguration issue of the Sunday Magazine is without an Ethicist column. Instead, Randy Cohen has a podcast-only feature where he explores the ethics of driving a private automobile in Manhattan (mp3). Cohen discusses the same subject in (…)
Goodbye Old Devil Moon
by jpreardon on January 15, 2009
It looks like Old Devil Moon has closed its doors. I will need to find another location to satisfy my occasional biscuit and gravy cravings. All suggestions are welcome. Update: There is a massive NYC biscuits and gravy thread going (…)
Is Cajun Squirrel Tastier Than Salt and Vinegar?
by jpreardon on January 10, 2009
Lately, squirrel is all the rage on the British food scene. Those craving the little, gray critters no longer need to trek to the gastopub (or grab the shotgun) since Walkers is introducing a Cajun Squirrel flavor. Cajun Squirrel was (…)
Stylish Cycling in Copenhagen
by jpreardon on January 7, 2009
If you’re looking for some fashion ideas for your next bicycle excursion, check out Copenhagen Cycle Chic. It’s no surprise that in a city where over 30% of its residents cycle daily, those riders know how to look good while (…)
Happy New Year!!!
by jpreardon on January 1, 2009
Photo by aboutmattlaw on flickr In case this festive feline isn’t enough to kick off your New Year, here is a special New Year’s greeting (thanks for the link Steve!): I hope your hangover is nonexistent, or at least not (…)