New York 4 – Brunch, planes and other things

New York 4 – Brunch, planes and other things

So, we ended up going for lunch at this place I have forgotten the name of.  However, it is apparently famous for being owned by Robert DeNiro. l Some salami to start and pickled vegetables. And some amazing onion bread. Followed by some sublime poached eggs.  Covered 

Washington 5 – Art, Food and other stuff

Washington 5 – Art, Food and other stuff

How do you start off a breakfast in America? Here’s how. First you have a parfait. Peach in this case.  Think yummy parfait with museli and fruit on top. Then follow it up with a bagel. But not just any bagel, but a Bacon, cheese 

Washington 4 – Monuments, Ben’s Chilli and the International Spy Museum

Washington 4 – Monuments, Ben’s Chilli and the International Spy Museum

Now for some monuments!  First up, the Lincoln Memorial And inside a place to sit Unfortunately the reflecting pool has dried up.  I won’t make any parallels with the American economy… And a couple of sombre reminders.  The Korean War. Our nation honors our sons and daughters 

Washington 3 – Capitol Hill, White House and the Museum of American History

Washington 3 – Capitol Hill, White House and the Museum of American History

Such a beautiful day.  And off to the centre of the free world (not my words). A distant view of Capitol Hill. And here we are, inside!  Time for a tour.  Quite an interesting building (smaller than I expected though).  Unfortunately I was not allowed to take