It's no secret that I love Kristen Wiig. I just came across her last sketch on SNL (it's insanity that it's been three years since she left the show) that I hadn't re-watched since the first time it aired and I can't get over how sweet it is. Especially the part with Jason Sudeikis.
Off The Hook in Astoria
This place has the absolute best grilled oysters I've had in years. Have you had grilled (or baked) oysters before? I usually will recommend them to someone who's never had raw oysters, since it's kind of like the gateway oyster. I know they look gross, but c'mon... grow up. They're fun as hell to eat.
Anyway, this is the place to get them in Astoria. I wish I could tell you how great their other menu items were - but to be honest, nothing quite stood out like these did.
And as a small sidenote, anytime I hear the word oyster I immediately think of the first square below of Joey and how much I laughed at that line. I was young.
Out of Print Clothing
Have you heard of Out of Print? I'm dangerously close to being in love with their shirts.
Mets Free Giveaway Days
As you may recall, I love the Mets. And one of the best things about going to a game at Citi Field? They have killer giveaways.
Here's a list of what's being offered this season. (Bobbleheads are on the list! Do you know how good of a free gift that is?!)
I went with Nathan recently and we got some Mets beach towels, as seen below.
Not only was it great to get that towel (we were really worried we wouldn't be one of the first 15,000 fans to get one), but I took that photo of him and hashtagged it on Instagram with #citivision - AND IT GOT FEATURED ON THE JUMBOTRON! My face nearly exploded when I saw that.
If you aren't impressed by Jumbotron action, get off my property.
“If you buy/wear false eyelashes, it’s absolutely not gross to re-wear them again.”
Z Hotel Rooftop in Long Island City
So far, this is the best rooftop view I've encountered in Queens. Look at the view!
I would assume that it's only more gorgeous at night - the main reason I didn't favour going at night was because I've heard it gets really clubby at night and no thank you. Also, I don't really see the point in coming here too late since it's the perfect happy hour spot to have a drink before you go to dinner. Definitely check it out the next time you're in the area.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Only two questions for you.
- Do you know the story of The Count of Monte Cristo?
- Have you seen the 2002 film version?
If you know the story already, you may still enjoy the movie, I'm not completely sure. But if you haven't heard the story or seen the movie - YOU NEED TO WATCH THE 2002 VERSION IMMEDIATELY!
I purposely didn't include the trailer since, well, it doesn't do it justice. I saw this movie in theatres with my brother Robbie when it came out and we had zero expectations of it. The only reason we'd agreed to watch it was because we'd seen everything else that was playing (I know, we went to the movies a lot). Usually I loathe all time period films (with the sole exceptions of the Back To The Future movies - can I label those time period pieces?), but thankfully I looked past that detail for this movie.
This movie is fantastic. Every time it's on television, I'll force whomever I'm sitting with to stay and watch it with me. AND I OWN IT! That's saying something, isn't it? God, it's good. Especially if you don't know the story.
Mom Says
“It is unlucky to see your face in a mirror by candlelight.”
Letterman's Last Top Ten
Honestly, I've never hid my dislike for Letterman. The main reason I'm sharing this?
The Jerry benefit line.
Look at Jim Carrey. Still a babe.
Tina Fey.
“Reality only distracts and degrades us.”