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These easy and impressive picnic recipes, paired with a soft blanket and a patch of green grass, will liven up any outdoor event. Just like when hosting a tailgate, a host needs to consider portability and casual charm for picnic food ideas. Try these delicious, make-ahead recipes to minimize pre-party prep and stress and maximize praise from your picnic guests. With these simple picnic recipes, you will create the perfect memorable and portable menu. (Southern Living)
Expansive rooms with over-nine-foot ceilings, a private patio and an additional sunroom-home office, make this spacious two-bedroom, one-bath Hell’s Kitchen apartment unique in the neighborhood. Just three blocks from Central Park, Whole Foods and a Citi Bike docking station in a well-maintained, prewar building built in 1930, this apartment offers refined details such as walnut-toned hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, French doors, oversized windows and marble window sills.
Each bedroom can easily fit a king-sized bed and additional furniture, and there are whisper-quiet, split-type air conditioners throughout the apartment. One flight up from the lobby and in the rear of the building, this quiet apartment enjoys northern and eastern exposures and ample light. The living room, approximately 14 feet by 17 feet, overlooks the patio and the sunroom. Separate kitchen with four-burner electric range, dishwasher, GE stainless steel microwave, under-cabinet lighting and stone countertop with undermount sink. Renovated bathroom features large shower with European showerhead, contemporary tiles and Kohler fixtures.
Prime Midtown West location between the green spaces of Central Park and the Hudson River Greenway. Gourmet dining from Michelin-starred Jean-Georges and Marea, casual outdoor dining at Kashkaval Garden, ABA Turkish Restaurant and The Smith, the multitude of cuisines represented by the restaurants on Ninth Avenue are all nearby. The 57th Street Greenmarket on Wednesdays and Saturdays sources fresh, organic and seasonal produce. An easy commute to Midtown, the Theatre District, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, Fordham University, John Jay College and Mount Sinai West and served by the 1, A, B, C, D, F, N, Q, R and W trains.
Southern and western exposures and Chrysler Building views from every room in this light-filled, corner one bedroom, one-bath residence with private balcony in Turtle Bay’s luxurious Dag Hammarskjold Tower.
The entry foyer leads to a dining area with seating for eight and the renovated, windowed kitchen with espresso quartz countertops, white shaker cabinetry and full-sized stainless steel appliances—an electric range with hood, a GE refrigerator, a Maytag dishwasher and a microwave. The living area provides room for ample seating as well as a home office and leads to the balcony, which is finished with terra cotta-style tile flooring.
A custom designed blond wood and opaque glass wall separates the living area from the bedroom, which easily fits a queen-sized bed and two nightstands. The windowed bathroom features a bathtub, a European showerhead and Kohler hardware. Four large closets, a built-in credenza in the dining area, and a built-in vanity in the bedroom provide ample storage. Recessed lighting and elegant wall sconces throughout.
Since its completion in 1984 by The Gruzen Partnership architectural firm and named in honor of United Nations Secretary General and Nobel Peace Prize winner Dag Hammarskjold, the condominium has retained its place as one of the premier luxury residences within the serene Turtle Bay neighborhood. Dag Hammarskjold Tower features a full complement of attentive staff, an elegant lobby, a garage, a laundry room, a playroom and WiFi in the common areas, including the Skyline Lounge on the 43rd Floor with its panoramic East River and city views. Membership in the health club, for a nominal fee, affords access to an indoor swimming pool with spectacular city views, a sun deck and a fitness center with new equipment, sauna and steam rooms.
Dag Hammarskjold Tower provides easy access to the United Nations, international missions and consulates, Midtown offices and Grand Central Terminal. Nearby gourmet groceries include Amish Market, Grand Central Market and the Wednesday Greenmarket at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza. From Michelin-starred Sushi Yasuda and Aquavit to neighborhood favorites Angeletto, Deux Amis, Rosa Mexicano, Peking Duck House, La Gioconda and Yara, myriad dining options abound. Dag Hammarskjold Tower is served by the Select Bus Service along Second and Third Avenues, the 4, 5, 6, 7, E and M trains and a Citi Bike docking station just across East 47th Street.
Architectural Digest asked experts for their best small garden ideas and learned that so often, less is more. By prioritizing your must-haves, maximizing your space, and picking the right plants and outdoor furniture, you can still create the yard, patio, or balcony of your dreams. Here, the pros—who include landscaping designers, horticulturalists, and garden gurus—lay out how to make it happen. So go for that herb or veggie garden, alfresco kitchen and dining room, reading nook surrounded by blooms, or personal bird-watching retreat.
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The recipes and food served in the Automats formed the cornerstone of the Horn & Hardart legacy. It was consistently touted as the finest quality food in the world at the time. One of the favorite recipes was the Baked Macaroni and Cheese. Although the Horn & Hardart recipes were a closely kept secret for many years, they released the Mac & Cheese recipe in the 1960s in an advertisement for their retail shops. Here is the original recipe from the H&H archives…
Cook macaroni according to directions on the package. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Melt butter in the top of a double boiler. Blend flour, salt, white and red pepper in gradually. When smooth, add milk and cheese, stirring constantly. Cook for a few minutes until it thickens. Add cheese and continue to heat until it melts and the sauce looks smooth. Remove from heat. Add cooked macaroni to the sauce. Add sugar to the tomatoes and add to the sauce. Pour mixture into a buttered baking dish and bake until the surface browns.
Serves 4 to 6.
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Andrea Saturno-Sanjana 