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Back to basics: Cooking as a lifestyle Some people are not into cooking because they think cooking is hard and time consuming. However, those who are accustomed to cooking will find this activity not only fun, they will also have a healthier lifestyle and bank account. Besides allowing us to choose the best ingredients and control our salt and sugar intake, we can also experiment with numerous local and imported spices. YouTube, cooking books, TV shows, apps and numerous recipes that are widely available both online and offline have also made cooking easier. For starters, try to make something simple in the kitchen, celebrity chef Ari Galih said. “Meals can be cooked easily with only a few ingredients required. You can even use only four ingredients such as salt, pepper, sugar and some instant spices with your food and you are ready to cook,” he said at a recent event held continued on page 8

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Restaurants Quality Bistro Elevated brasserie serving contemporary takes on French classics in a whimsical multi-room space. 120 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019 Phone: (212) 433-3330 | Web: qualitybistro.com

Carmine’s Italian Restaurant - Times Square Low-key eatery offering a big menu of pizza & Italian classics, plus a full bar. 200 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036 Phone: (212) 221-3800 | Web:carminesnyc.com

COTE Korean Steakhouse Upscale Korean steakhouse featuring tables with smokeless grills, plus an extensive wine list. 16 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10010 Phone: (212) 401-7986 | Web: sevenrooms.com

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Gramercy Tavern

Raoul’s

Danny Meyer’s Flatiron District tavern with a fixed-price-only dining room & a bustling bar area. 42 E 20th St, New York, NY

Classic bistro dating to the 1970s with a bustling Parisian atmosphere & a serious French menu. 180 Prince St, New York, NY

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Casa Mono

Wide-ranging Italian menu including steak, seafood & an antipasti bar served in a sprawling space. 221 W 46th St, New York, NY

Small-plate fans gather at this intimate Gramercy nook for upscale Spanish fare & a deep wine list. 52 Irving Pl, New York, NY

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Shuko

Creative Lebanese sharing plates, entrees & cocktails served up in a trendy, modern space. 236 5th Ave, New York, NY

Compact, omakase-only Japanese choice for upscale sushi or more elaborate kaiseki meals. 47 E 12th St, New York, NY

Estela

Olio e Più

Stylish restaurant serving contemporary cuisine in an intimate, informal setting. 47 E Houston St 1st floor, New York, NY

Naples meets NYC at this trattoria with thin-crust pizza, Italian wines & ample sidewalk seating. 3 Greenwich Ave, New York, NY

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ATLA

Chic New American eatery via Jean-Georges Vongerichten sourcing local, organic ingredients. 35 E 18th St, New York, NY

Mexican bites with local ingredients, plus coffee, wines & mezcals. 372 Lafayette St, New York, NY NEW YORK CIT Y | NY |

EVENTS Jan 6 Three Kings Day Parade El Museo del Barrio’s Three Kings Day Parade is a tradition that dates back more than four decades. This year’s celebration will be virtual and feature a variety of family-friendly performances; Fuerza Colectiva: Celebrating our Roots and Diversity runs from 11am to 6pm, and will include skits, music and more. For more information, visit elmuseo.org.

Feb 12 New York Fashion Week There are actually fashion weeks in New York City for the fall/winter season and the spring/summer season. This is when the fashion design industry debuts the latest styles for the upcoming seasons and enlists the help of top models to show off cutting-edge designs. Learn more online at fashionweekonline.com.

Mar 17 St. Patrick’s Day Parade You don’t have to be Irish to get a kiss at New York City’s famous St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The parade, which was first held in 1762, is the City’s oldest and largest. Officiated by the archbishop of New York, the parade celebrates Irish culture. Learn more at nycstpatricksparade.org.

Jun 9 Tribeca Film Festival This is a red-carpet affair with hundreds of screenings of films from around the world. It also gives you the opportunity to see up-and-coming films before the rest of the world does. The festival was founded by actor Robert De Niro and producer Jane Rosenthal, and it features various awards to support independent films, shorts, and documentaries.

Jun 27 NYC Pride Featuring the famous parade that goes down Fifth Avenue and lots of

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by PT Multi Bintang at Por Que No restaurant in Menteng, Central Jakarta. He said the key to a delicious meal is fresh ingredients. Learn how to identify fresh chicken, fish or beef and choose the best when you are shopping in supermarkets or traditional markets. “Imagine eating a fish fresh from the ocean, grill the fish and put some salt and pepper on it. Nice, right?” Ari said. If you have a meat but don’t want to cook it right away, a simple way to cook it is by marinating it with some spices, put it in plastic wrap and store it in the chiller. It will be ready to be grilled, fried or steamed anytime and can stay in the refrigerator for a day or two. “Don’t keep the marinated meat for more than two days though. Remember, good food is fresh food,” Ari said. Oftentimes we need to compromise in the kitchen. If you do not have time to make your own spices, instant spices will do just fine. Ari said we do not have to buy organic vegetables as long as we know how to clean and store them the right way. There are a number of steps to prevent contamination by the listeria bacteria, which is a source of continued on page 12

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EVENTS other exciting entertainment acts and parties too. There are typically well over 100 floats in the parade and hundreds of groups marching for their causes, to show off their best costumes, and to express themselves and their rights. It’s one of the best and largest pride celebrations in the entire world and definitely worth traveling to. Learn more at nycpride.org.

Aug 20 NYC Restaurant Week New York City is one of the best places to be in the world if you’re a foodie, no matter what time of the year it is. Hundreds of restaurants feature three-course menus for both lunch and dinner in the city during these foodie-centric weeks. The city’s top chefs create their very best masterpieces and make it possible to eat better than you ever have before. Learn more at timessquarenyc.org.

Nov 25 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade While many people’s Thanksgiving traditions involve sitting around the dinner table with family and delicious comfort food, New York City offers another iconic option on Thanksgiving morning. Featuring huge balloons that make their way through the skyscraper-lined streets, as well as marching bands from around the country, and millions of cheering spectators. Learn more at macys.com.

Dec 1 Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting Christmastime is a wonderful time to plan a trip to New York City to experience all of the festive lights and decorations, not to mention all of the wonderful shopping opportunities for all your gift-giving needs. The lighting of the large and famous Rockefeller Christmas Tree is what kicks off the holiday season in the city, a tradition that is broadcast on live television and with a history that dates back to the 1930s.

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food poisoning that can cause diarrhea. First, raw ingredients like vegetables and fruits should be washed with flowing water before they are cut or cooked. As for fruit, clean them again after peeling. Dry them with a clean towel or paper afterwards. Another thing to remember when storing food in the refrigerator is to separate raw meat and poultry from vegetables, fast food and cooked meals. Ari said another benefit from cooking your own meals was to instil a sense of togetherness at home. “Cooking is something that all families should do. Families also need to teach their kids how to cook basic meals,” he said, adding that he decided to teach at a cooking school to spread his love for cooking throughout the country. He suggested that cooking should be a family activity where every member had their own contribution to the meal served on the table. Newlyweds like Ana Octarina and Adie Baron find cooking a great idea. An Instagram celebrity, Ana admits that married life has changed her in many ways, especially in terms of cooking. She said as they would be moving to Australia in the near future, she was learning how to cook from her mom. Ana said when they decided to order food or dine out, she always reminded her wife to buy meals that have no additives or preservatives.

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The Top Travel Trends Sustainable travel will be at the forefront of holidaymaker’s minds According to the Booking.com’s Sustainable Travel Report, 82 percent of global travellers have identified sustainable travel as being important to them while 58 percent say they are looking to make more sustainable choices once we can travel again - and 68 percent of travellers would like the money they spend on travel to go back into the local community. “People will want to experience the world, all of it, perhaps more than ever before,” a spokesperson for Booking. com says. “Countries that have been most impacted by the recent crisis will be enticing tourists to visit them, so they can start to recover, and at Booking.com we believe that travellers will actively look for ways to support

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these communities and cities. In the coming months, we can expect the appetite for sustainable and responsible travel, as well as the need to give back to local communities both far and closer to home, to build even more momentum. “Knowledge has become the new currency and being a force for good when travelling has become the new souvenir. It’s in using this knowledge that we can become more responsible travellers and continue to experience the world in a considerate way.”

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INDOOR GARDENING 6 EASY HOUSEPLANTS THAT ANYONE CAN GROW We’ve put together a list of the easiest to care for houseplants out there that anyone can grow.

Maybe you had an indoor plant once and it very quickly turned into a wilting, yellowing embarrassment. Or, maybe you’ve never owned an indoor plant because you aren’t sure if you can keep it alive. Success with houseplants starts with finding the right plant for you. Maybe you just need an indoor plant that won’t mind if you forget to water it once in a while. Or a houseplant that will survive a week alone when you’re out of town for your friend’s wedding. 1. Monstera: Adaptable to almost all light conditions, and somewhat drought tolerant, the Monstera is a low maintenance, stunning tropical plant. as

2. Snake Plant: Also known mother-in-law’s tongue and by its species name (Sansevieria trifasciata), snake plant is hardy and adds a unique look to your

Snake Plant

Bird of Paradise Moth Orchids

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decor with its upright, strap-like leaves. It can tolerate low water and light environments, though it prefers bright, indirect light. 3. Dracaena Giganta: This bright, variegated plant does best in low to medium light conditions. It only needs to be watered when the soil starts to feel dry, making it a perfect plant for anyone who is always on the go. 4. Moth Orchid: Orchids have a reputation as fussy divas that require expert care, but they're not more difficult to grow than any other houseplant. Orchids are epiphytes that grow nestled in tree branches, where light is dappled and water drains freely. Provide bright dappled light and chunky bark planting medium, and you will be on the right track to months of blooms. 5. Fiddle-Leaf Fig: is tall with big, violin-shaped leaves that make it seem more like a piece of art than a plant. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be allowed to dry between waterings. Make sure you keep it out of drafts when you add it to your home or office, and fertilize the plant monthly during the growing season.

Yucca Plant

Fiddle Leaf Fig Monstera Deliciosa

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THE CENTER The Center is the cornerstone of our LGBTQ community in New York City. Each year, more than 400 community groups come here to meet and make connections, find support systems, and to take advantage of our many resources. 208 W 13th St, New York, NY 10011 | (212) 620-7310 SAGE We’re a national advocacy and services organization that’s been looking out for LGBTQ+ elders since 1978. We build welcoming communities and keep our issues in the national conversation to ensure a fulfilling future for all LGBTQ+ people. 305 7th Ave 15th floor, New York, NY 10001 | (646) 576-8669 IMMIGRATION EQUALITY For over 25 years, we have worked to secure safe haven, freedom, and equality for the LGBTQ and HIV-positive communities. Through direct legal services, policy advocacy, and impact litigation, we support immigrants who face discrimination based on who they are and whom they love. (212) 714-2904 DESTINATION TOMORROW Destination Tomorrow is a grassroots agency and the LGBTQ+ center of the Bronx borough. It is our belief that no individual should have to leave his, her, or their neighborhood to access LGBTQ+ specific services. It is our belief that all LGBTQ+ young people deserve a space to grow, learn, and flourish. 452 E 149TH ST 3RD FLOOR, BRONX, NEW YORK 10455 | 646.723.3325 SAFE HORIZON Safe Horizon’s mission is to provide support, prevent violence and promote justice for victims of crime and abuse, their families and communities. 165 W 131st St, New York, NY 10027 | (212) 678-1050

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