When I moved to NYC in the summer of 2009, my wife Hannah and I went straight to Central Park and the Belvedere Castle. It was the first time I fully grasped that I lived in New York and it felt euphoric standing on that hill. For me this place is still a romantic symbol and reminder of the spirit and essence of the city and the reasons I live here.

Packed with the most amazing painting and sculpture from the early Renaissance to the 19th Century. One of my favorite details is this effortlessly executed dog in Fragonard's "Progress of Love" panel peering out at us with such sincerity - a resounding acquiescence to the forces of nature.

This is very small and not much but if you're a fan it's nice to stop by and cherish this legend.

If only places can speak...yet they have their own language with their texture, smell, vibe, mood...new york is waking up 

One of the best pasta dishes i've ever had. Raggu pastas are heaven!