Author: Luke
The Maker Lounge Hudson, NY
Picture of the Samurai’s Garden cocktail at The Maker Lounge in Hudson, NY
Piaule Catskill, spa hotel
Recommended stay: 2 or 3 nights For those with cash to burn, or looking to make amends with their partner, there can be few better options than Piaule Catskill spa hotel in the Catskills. Unlike many of its competitors, this 24-cabin resort understands the importance of privacy – and all the benefits that come with…
A Tale of Two Cities: Book Review (Think American election)
Rating: **** Those considering calling for a revolution if the American election doesn’t go their way, would do well to read A Tale of Two Cities, says my latest book review. It is no secret that, today, American society is more divided than the cookie and brownie in a Trader Joe’s Brookie. And, without free…
Illinoise, the Musical on Broadway: Review – Surprisingly impressed
Suspicious Gay views Illinoise, the Musical on Broadway, New York City. Rating: ***** Dear reader, It is often said that musicals where characters do not speak are unnecessarily deprived. Well, may I say, whoever believes this clearly has not had the pleasure of viewing Illinoise, the Musical, on Broadway in New York City. The opening…
Bareburger, Hell’s Kitchen: Not for gay men
Bareburger, Hell’s Kitchen by Suspicious Gay – Rating: ***** Dear reader, If you wish to go to a burger bar, then perhaps it is best not to attend one with a group of fitness-crazed gay men (especially the avid swimmer type). I visited Bareburger bar in Hell’s Kitchen on a whim after watching a play…
Great Pit-stop!
Umami Sushi, West Village. Rating: **** Those looking to enjoy some sushi at a slightly less than bank-breaking price, could do much worse than Umami Sushi in the West Village. Complete with plastic flowers and wooden logs as plates, this establishment serves up a positively delightful array of tuna, salmon and other-fish sushi – all…
Quelle Horreur!
Le Petite Boucherie, West Village. Rating: * If a French person visited this restaurant, they might mistake themselves for being in England. The food here is DISGUSTING, dear reader, and that is a word one never uses lightly. I had the misfortune to visit this establishment on a Saturday, drawn in of course by the…