Author Archives: cara protzko

About cara protzko

A wanderlust at heart, I believe there is no better city to explore than NYC. With so much culture to experience, both old and new, my mission is to share my under the radar findings to enhance the experiences of the locals and the full-time NYC wanderers. I want my experiences and this blog be your go-to place for insider tips as you travel and explore this great city.

the male side of le parker meridien

Posted on May 9, 2013 by cara protzko

Among the errands my husband and I had to run last weekend was to pick up some pomade for him. Having always used this particular Sharps product and has since been discontinued, we went uptown to the Sharps Barber Shop … Continue reading →

Posted in good for the mind, body and soul, hungry? | Tagged Burger Joint, Le Parker Meridien, Sharps Barber Shop | 1 Comment

nyc made history

Posted on May 3, 2013 by cara protzko

Has anybody seen the cover of the New York Times today? Once again NYC made history yesterday, not only for the city but for the entire Western Hemisphere as the final pieces made One World Trade Center the highest building … Continue reading →

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spring has awoken

Posted on May 2, 2013 by cara protzko

Some of us agree that probably the only good thing about living in NJ is the ability to take in the full view this beautiful city. But then we rethink it and decide, “why would you want to be limited … Continue reading →

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Refocusing LBT in NYC

Posted on April 26, 2013 by cara protzko

(courtesy of apparently.com) At the onset of the new year, I promised myself that I would take this blog to the next level. At the time, I didn’t quite now what that next level was. I love Cole Haan’s most recent … Continue reading →

Posted in Firsts, something out of the ordinary | Tagged ABSOLUT, Cole Haan, DJ Questlove, Flavorpill, lunch break, Marquee, spring, The Jam Stand | Leave a comment

film festivals

Posted on April 7, 2013 by cara protzko

As I mentioned in my post entitled “and the winner is” I prefer to watch independent films over big blockbusters which is why I get so excited each year for the return of the film festivals around New York. Of … Continue reading →

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international pillow fight day

Posted on March 30, 2013 by cara protzko

This weekend, Union Square Park will host its annual pillow fight. It’s a day to cancel your therapist appointment, sleep in and all you need to participate (aside from frustration and energy but you have that covered) is your pillow. … Continue reading →

Posted in Firsts, good for the mind, body and soul | Tagged holiday, international pillow fight day, pillow fight, union square park, washington square park | Leave a comment

2014 off the cuff “dance parties”

Posted on March 14, 2013 by cara protzko

Last June, I wrote about a handful of museum parties with 2013 dates. This is my updated 2014 version! Not exactly a museum but I recently came across all of the wonderful events at the NY Botanical Garden including BBQ … Continue reading →

Posted in art and culture | Tagged American Museum of Natural History, AMNH, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn Museum, K2 Friday Nights, NY Botanical Garden, One Step Beyond, Rubin Museum of Art, Target First Saturday | Leave a comment

a climb and a reward

Posted on March 9, 2013 by cara protzko

My husband and I participated in the Climb to the Top this past Sunday March 3rd. It was a fundraiser for MS, climbing 66 flights of stairs to the top of 30 Rock. To celebrate our success, we headed out to Parish … Continue reading →

Posted in good for the mind, body and soul, hungry? | Tagged Adam Platt, Blue Bottle Coffee, Climb to the Top, Kings County Distillery, Mast Brothers, MS, Parish Hall, Where to Eat 2013, Williamsburg Brooklyn | Leave a comment

a BK history lesson

Posted on March 5, 2013 by cara protzko

Before moving to NYC, I lived in Boston for 8 years, most of which were in Charlestown, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Boston. I prided myself that I lived ON the hill that the Battle of Bunker Hill took place … Continue reading →

Posted in art and culture | Tagged Battle of Brooklyn, Battle of Bunker Hill, Declaration of Independence, Old Strone House | Leave a comment

And the winner is ….

Posted on February 3, 2013 by cara protzko

Years ago when the number of Oscar nominated films for best picture was only 5, my colleague at work would spend a day at the movie theater the weekend before the Oscars seeing all of the films. Now that there … Continue reading →

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