By Adam Groffman Thanks to a tip on Instagram (one of those surprising travel apps!), I discovered a cool, new art exhibition in Soho happening this week. Madame Roxy’s Erotic Emporium provides a unique and unusual critique on the state of Soho today. Historically, the neighborhood has been home to seedy sex shops, gentlemen’s strip clubs and erotic cinemas. But in … [Read More]
5 Foods To Eat in East London
By Adam Groffman Hackney, Shoredtich, Dalston—East London is one of London’s most diverse and interesting areas. While so much of London has this cultural diversity, because of East London’s history as a hotbed for immigrants and cultural diversity, the typical foods you find here are ethnically diverse. London has … [Read More]
PHOTOS: Gay Pride in Copenhagen
By Adam Groffman I’ve got this thing for Scandinavia. Having never been to Copenhagen before, when I arrived on the weekend of gay pride, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. All I had known about Copenhagen was the fact that it was supposed to be expensive. I’d heard rumors of 40€ brunches (per person!), but when I showed up, I found a city completely different than anything I had assumed. First, the train from the airport into the city center was… [Read More]
Art is Boring
By Adam Groffman It’s not, really. I don’t think so, at least. But there’s a problem with how we look at art, how we approach it. There’s no embrace. Museums are stiff and strangely dry, with no humidity. Barriers prevent us from deviating from the curator’s … [Read More]
The Modern Man: Autumn Essentials
By Adam Groffman The Modern Man is a curated selection of my favorite things: books, movies, websites, apps, fashion and accessories. Every recommended product is something I actually own and use, so you can be sure it’s something I honestly recommend. It’s officially autumn—for better or worse. Below are some products to brighten up your season as the days get shorter and the weather gets cooler. Autumn Essentials for the Modern Man Movie: Oriented I had… [Read More]
Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
By Adam Groffman Edinburgh is unquestionably one of Europe’s most beautiful cities–the cobblestone streets, the narrow alleys, the old-town feeling. Edinburgh seems more like a 16th century kingdom than a 21st century metropolis. And yet the city somehow maintains its history in a modern way. Overlooking the city, the Edinburgh Castle… [Read More]
Switzerland is Beautiful
By Adam Groffman Switzerland isn’t just beautiful—it’s actually outrageously so. I guess it’s what I always expected. Switzerland, with its glacial lakes, the Alps and all the nature, it’s all very stunning. This past weekend, visiting Lausanne in the French-speaking western half of Switzerland, wasn’t my first time in Switzerland. I’d been once before … [Read More]
The Allure of the Beauty Box
By Adam Groffman Something strange happened this week. It was the middle of the month, and I was anxiously awaiting a package. I’m not usually one to get too excited about the mail. It’s often just notices from my bank or my health insurance, sometimes a magazine, but this week … [Read More]