Meryl Pearlstein

Dreaming of a Socially Distanced Vacation? Book a Tiny House Instead of a Hotel Room

January 11, 2021 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Tiny houses, defined as structures with less than 500 square feet, are a fascinating, socially distanced alternative to staying in hotels, motels or even RVs. They also offer the benefit of privacy with residential and […]

A Dozen US Cities That Feel Like Europe

January 10, 2021 Meryl Pearlstein 0

I’m longing to take my passport out of the drawer and dust it off but it’s not time yet. We still have a few more months until things settle down and the world starts spinning […]

Great Wines, Wine Experiences and Wine Tools to Complete Your Celebration

January 4, 2021 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Celebrating any milestone always goes better with a good wine. Here are some interesting wines, experiences and gifts to enhance your sipping enjoyment. WINES FOR THE CURIOUS AND EPICUREAN For something less familiar, orange wines […]

Tips for Surviving Dry January

December 31, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Are you familiar with Dry January? It’s a concept that sprang to life in full force in 2014, first in the United Kingdom, France and Switzerland, and later in the United States. The concept is […]

How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in New York City

December 30, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

We’ve all had enough of 2020, right? If you’ve already gotten rid of those bad memories at Good Riddance Day in Times Square and you’re prepared to put your New Year’s resolutions into play, it’s time to […]

A Winter Guide to the Hamptons – So Much to Enjoy

December 7, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Those in the know understand the draw of the East End of Long Island. The Hamptons, sitting on the South Fork of the island, are a group of hamlets, villages and towns lying along the […]

Gingerbread Displays for the Festive Season

December 4, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Gingerbread houses evoke automatic smiles. They’re fanciful, pretty, and ultimately delicious. Made with gobs of royal icing, edible gingerbread and more candies than you can imagine, gingerbread creations can take the form of houses, magical […]

The Berkshires – A Getaway for Outdoors, Wellness and Arts Lovers

November 29, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

The Berkshire Mountain area of western Massachusetts is a prime getaway during the cooler months, starting with striking foliage and pumpkin festivals and continuing with sparkling Christmas lights and celebrations. During the Gilded Age of […]

A Tour through the North Fork and the Hamptons Wine Trails

November 14, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

By Meryl Pearlstein It’s a beautiful time to be outdoors, and the vineyards of The North Fork and the Hamptons in New York offer the perfect opportunity for socially distant enjoyment. The vineyards are open […]

Dig into a Delicious Thanksgiving with these New York City Restaurants

November 12, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Thanksgiving this year will be celebrated in unusual ways. Our gatherings won’t be as large. We will be separated from extended family, and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will be virtual. But we can still […]