Monthly Archives: August 2009
Sex and Curry
Would be an exaggeration to say that I love Indian food? That if I weren’t already in a serious (though not exclusive!) relationship with sandwiches I would work as hard as I could to talk Indian food into seeing me … Continue reading
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It’s My Birthday and I’ll Rye If I Want To
Firstly, an update on last week’s teabacle. My roommate, clever young lass that she is, determined that what my thick, sap-like iced tea wants more than anything is a bit of cold water. This thins out the taste of root … Continue reading
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A Hero For Teddy
I ate a sandwich last night that was as good as Teddy Kennedy. That’s not a joke, and neither was this sandwich. The P.H.O. Real hero from Sunny & Annie’s deli on Sixth and B is as important a contribution … Continue reading
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Fruit Science
On weeks when the world has turned to shit—and this definitely was one—eating fruit is a quick way to make myself feel like a worthwhile person. The favorite food of supermodels and superheros alike, it comes in fun colors and … Continue reading
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Beverage Shock
This weekend I made iced tea and almost got arrested. Apparently the last few weeks spent in the south did a rotten job of preparing me for life back in New York. For one thing, although hundreds of romantic comedies … Continue reading
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Shrimp Po-Boy (Chapter 2 of 2)
Reheated po-boy was not the overwhelming sensory experience that it was when fresh. When I started the sandwich yesterday I was exhausted from a brutal fifteen minute walk in the 1000000% humidity that is (along with the mosquitos crowding around … Continue reading
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Shrimp Po-Boy (Chapter 1 of 2)
A bunny is watching me type this. I’m staying with a friend in New Orleans, and he’s subbing in for a bunny-sitting third party. Their names are Bunny-Man and Blue, and they’re still getting adjusted to their new surroundings. For … Continue reading
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Hunger is the Best Farce
I was up early this morning, right around the cock crowed nine, intending a full day of activities beneficial to the human race. (By which I mean I was thinking of going to the liquor store.) Coffee gripped tightly, I … Continue reading
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