And the answer is ...
a) Spider-Man
In both Deep Impact and A.I., the Chrysler Building is seen after it has been flooded, surrounded by water; in Godzilla, predictably, it was crushed by the monster. But although the Chrysler Building was featured in Spider-Man, it remained intact. Spider-Man perches on one of its gargoyles, mourning his Uncle Ben's death.
Showing posts with label new york times. Show all posts
Showing posts with label new york times. Show all posts
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Thursday, December 30, 2010
Who Created the First New Year's Eve Ball Drop in Times Square?
And the answer is ...
c) The New York Times
In 1908, the New York Times had just moved its headquarters to Longacre Square, convincing the city to rename the site "Times Square" after the iconic newspaper. To draw even more attention to the site, publisher Adolph Ochs commissioned the first Ball Drop celebration. Although the newspaper has since changed headquarters, the tradition continues up through today!
Happy New Year!
c) The New York Times
In 1908, the New York Times had just moved its headquarters to Longacre Square, convincing the city to rename the site "Times Square" after the iconic newspaper. To draw even more attention to the site, publisher Adolph Ochs commissioned the first Ball Drop celebration. Although the newspaper has since changed headquarters, the tradition continues up through today!
Happy New Year!
Thursday, September 30, 2010
When Did the New York Times Last Give an Italian Restaurant 4 Stars?
And the answer is ...
d) 1975
Amazingly, the New York Times hadn't given an Italian restaurant a 4-star review in 35 years until it bestowed the honor on Mario Batali's Del Posto this week. Although many readers' interest in the restaurant spiked after the recent review, it caused controversy in the foodie world, many commenters claiming that new critic Sam Sifton is far too lenient of a reviewer.
Want to check out more of the New York food scene? Join us on October 3, for a race around some of NYC's favorite restaurants (with samples along the way!). Check out the Taste of New York Race for more details!
d) 1975
Amazingly, the New York Times hadn't given an Italian restaurant a 4-star review in 35 years until it bestowed the honor on Mario Batali's Del Posto this week. Although many readers' interest in the restaurant spiked after the recent review, it caused controversy in the foodie world, many commenters claiming that new critic Sam Sifton is far too lenient of a reviewer.
Want to check out more of the New York food scene? Join us on October 3, for a race around some of NYC's favorite restaurants (with samples along the way!). Check out the Taste of New York Race for more details!
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
New York Trivia Tuesday
The famed restaurant critics at The New York Times are some of the most-followed and most-feared people in the Big Apple, especially among those in the restaurant biz. A negative review can shutter an eatery in just a few months, and critics have worn elaborate disguises while dining in order not to be recognized. But good reviews can bring foodie fame, which is why celebrity chef Mario Batali was so excited about today's review in the Times. Critic Sam Sifton gave Batali's restaurant Del Posto the paper's top rating: 4 stars.
The rave is especially notable because, strangely, the Times rarely gives 4-star reviews to Italian restaurants. In what year did an Italian eatery last receive the coveted honor?
a) 2001
b) 1993
c) 1983
d) 1975
Check back on Thursday for the answer to this week's trivia question!
The rave is especially notable because, strangely, the Times rarely gives 4-star reviews to Italian restaurants. In what year did an Italian eatery last receive the coveted honor?
a) 2001
b) 1993
c) 1983
d) 1975
Check back on Thursday for the answer to this week's trivia question!
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