The best place to see a dramatic sunset is right by Valentino Pier in my neighborhood of Red Hook, Brooklyn. This was right after a storm. It's wild and brilliant and peaceful all at once.

Lovely Italian restaurant with a beautiful backyard. I usually have the Orecchiette Salsiccia Broccoli or the spaghetti Vongole.

Brooklyn's only black-owned Jazz Club and musician-run nonprofit supporting the arts and community since 1981.

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When I have a bit of money I like to go there with friends to celebrate our happiness and miseries.