The New York Couple

Despite preparations for Hurricane Sandy and NY's state of emergency last weekend, I enjoyed time with one of my favorite couples who lives, loves and breathes NYC.  Their knowledge of NYC and all things Afghan and Italian, combined with general witty banter and political discord, means never a dull moment - with or without natural disasters.

Various adventures with the New York Couple ("NYC") included:

Head all the way upstate to La Marina in Washington Heights.  Listen to talented cover band.  Look out to the George Washington bridge over the Hudson.

 

 

Contemplate 20-mile bike ride through boroughs for five seconds.  Opt for Aire spa.  Pat myself on back for making right decision. 

 

 

Trek to Mario's in The Bronx for authentic Italian-American food (because as I was told, there are some things Manhattan just does not do as well as the outer boroughs or Jersey).  Zara studded camouflage trousers, Forever21 beige top, Kenna-T leather jacket (similar here), Tory Burch necklace and Ralph Lauren pumps.

Pair late-night Italian pastries from Delillo Pastry Shop with tea. Michael Kors and Kep bracelets, Essie mint candy apple nail polish.