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Funny

We should welcome any and all self-reflection that Justin Bieber can muster

Whenever Justin Bieber shares a moment of self-reflection or has a fleeting awareness of his place in the world, we should support him in his efforts. It’s not easy to fight off the strong impulses to behave like an ignorant bro.

By stuart

December 21, 2014December 21, 2014

Food

That expensive vegetable dish you had at dim sum is called dao mew (garlic pea shoots)

Garlic pea sprouts or “dao mew” is one of my family’s favorite Chinese dishes and can be found on many Chinese restaurant menus but more often on a dim sum cart.

By stuart

December 20, 2014December 21, 2014

Food

Best of East Village: Boka’s fried chicken wings and drumsticks

I’ve been to Boka now 3-4 times and everytime I’ve been to the Korean restaurant on St. Marks between 2nd and 3rd Avenue, I’ve always ordered their fried chicken wings/drumsticks.

By stuart

December 19, 2014August 17, 2015

Tech

I’m in the 1%

I’ve never considered myself a “reader” because I don’t “read” in the traditional, standard definitions to qualify. However, despite not being a page turner of books, I’ve always been a voracious reader.

By stuart

December 18, 2014December 19, 2014

City New York San Francisco

New York vs. San Francisco: The population density between the two densest cities in the United States

Despite San Francisco being the second-densest city in the United States after New York – it always feels empty when compared to New York City.

By stuart

December 17, 2014September 24, 2015

Food

Does Panda Express have MSG in their food despite their claims?

I normally avoid Panda Express, the largest Chinese fast-food joint in the United States. Actually, as far as my regular diet is concerned, I stay away from all fast food chains.

By stuart

December 16, 2014May 12, 2017

Culture Race

Millions March vs. Santa Con: 2 events that couldn’t be more different

On any other year, New York would collectively roll our eyes and the media would skewer another aimless, zero-value SantaCon as it stumbled through the city.

By stuart

December 14, 2014December 14, 2014

City New York

Is the MTA adding entrances to the L Train at Avenue A?

For selfish reasons, I think there should be a TRAIN STATION at Avenue C or D, but I welcome the news that MTA is looking to extend the 1st Avenue entrance to the L train to Avenue A.

By stuart

December 12, 2014December 12, 2014

City

A table of the fastest, slowest, most-reliable and least-reliable buses in New York City

The Straphangers Campaign just released a survey of the city’s buses to determine the fastest, slowest, most-reliable and least-reliable buses in New York City.

By stuart

December 11, 2014December 11, 2014

Basketball Race

Lakers wear “I Can’t Breathe” t-shirts: Why it’s important we see Jeremy Lin wearing the shirt

As everyone knows by now, Eric Garner, a 43-year old African-American male, died after New York police put him in an illegal chokehold.

By stuart

December 10, 2014December 11, 2014

Race Society

Grace Lee Boggs has given so much of herself. Now she needs our help.

Grace Lee Boggs has given all her life and now needs our help.

By stuart

December 9, 2014December 10, 2014

Basketball Society

NBA stars wear “I Can’t Breathe” t-shirts during pregame warmups to build awareness for Eric Garner

It’s great to see that NBA superstars Derrick Rose, LeBron James, Kevin Garnett, Deron Williams, and Kyrie Irving wearing “I Can’t Breathe” t-shirts over this last week.

By stuart

December 8, 2014December 8, 2014

Basketball Video

Kyrie Irving brings his circus act to Madison Square Garden

Most players hope to make a great move here and there, maybe hit a tough shot, and perhaps make a highlight reel or two.

By stuart

December 7, 2014December 9, 2014

Food

Sardine Hash: What to make with sardines, potatoes and onions in the cupboard?

Did you know that those small cans of sardines are packed with one of the more nutrient-dense foods?

By stuart

December 6, 2014September 24, 2015

Tech

Google Docs: How to automatically sort form responses so new entries are always at top

I have a Google Form that is set up to receive responses indefinitely, but the problem is retrieving any new response can be annoying because one has scroll all the way down to the bottom

By stuart

December 5, 2014September 24, 2015

Race Society

“I know that there’s racism, but…”

“I know that there’s racism, but…” I’ve seen this or variation of this sentence often on social media over the last few weeks and it’s drives me crazy

By stuart

December 4, 2014December 4, 2014

Food

The ultimate list of the best “cheap & tasty” restaurants in Manhattan (updated)

One’s definition of “cheap” becomes skewed when they live in a city like New York for a long enough time. Cheap becomes relative.

By stuart

December 3, 2014July 6, 2017

City Food

Best of East Village: B Cup Cafe

There’s no shortage of cafes in the East Village, but finding one that feels cozy and welcoming with a consistent, reliable internet connection and power outlets isn’t a given.

By stuart

December 2, 2014December 2, 2014

Extra

How to turn a futon into a comfortable bed you actually look forward to sleeping on

The way that futons and sofa beds are made, they just aren’t as comfortable or as supportive as a regular bed with a mattress.

By stuart

December 1, 2014August 31, 2015

Tech

Google Keep is a the best note taking / to do list moble app

Considering how far we’ve come with big data, algorithms, and A.I., you would assume that creating a To Do List app would be easy.

By stuart

November 30, 2014November 30, 2014

Basketball Jeremy Lin

Jeremy Lin highlights (18 pts, 11 asts) from Lakers vs. Timberwolves match

Jeremy Lin had 18 points, 11 assists and 4 steals in a close 120-119 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves last night.

By stuart

November 29, 2014November 29, 2014

Tech

The case for the Spigen G3 phone case over Caseology’s G3 cover

I don’t like having a case on my phone. In my experience, one has to sacrifice the phone’s slim design — one of the main features I look for in a mobile.

By stuart

November 28, 2014September 24, 2015

Food

What is Chinese Pie? The history of the “Pâté Chinois”

I was invited to a pie party recently where guests were to create a pie and bring them to the gathering where it would be judged.

By stuart

November 27, 2014September 24, 2015

Shopping

Which is Better: Buffalo Exchange or Crossroads Trading? It depends on the neighborhood…

Buffalo Exchange vs. Crossroads The major thrift stores in many cities, including both San Francisco and New York (Manhattan) are Buffalo Exchange and Crossroads — where “major” means that both companies have stores throughout the city.

By stuart

November 26, 2014September 24, 2015