#InauguralReview #TheThrowback Since 2025 by #DonnaBryant #BrittniBryant #AlexBryant #SportsBar #710Amsterdam between West 94th and 95th #UpperWestSide #Manhattan

Best wings Peachy has ever tasted in her life: GUINNESS WINGS

Remember the advertising said Guinness is good for you!

If you like basketball you will love this kind of dunk

It's not who you know it's WHOM YOU KNOW and we absolutely do know Charles Kuralt, legend of American broadcasting at CBS news: On the Road with Charles Kuralt and CBS Sunday morning.  Peachy was once his intern; see right photo of them.  Kuralt also is the quintessential North Carolina native and so we would like to think sometimes he sends us brain waves from heaven with great ideas and our most recent one is undoubtedly about someone from Goldsboro, North Carolina: ALEX BRYANT, founder of The Throwback, our latest greatest discovery!  Brittni, his wife who came up with the name and Donna, his mom, co-own this with Alex.  The Throwback opened on August 14, 2025.  You'll discover 54 seats inside upstairs and 16 more downstairs.  Four chairs are outside.

Considering that Peachy was employed in sports television before Whom You Know and also was a sports writer and sports statistician professionally, you would think we would review many more sports bars but the truth is, we can't find as many as clean, dedicated, classy and delicious as The Throwback!  Say a prayer for Peachy's television professor from college who was a producer for ESPN's X games:

The Throwback is a sports museum where you can eat and watch games in our humble opinion, and we love it. Alex's grandfather and Donna's father, the late great Jack Rosskamm, deserves a lot of credit for the memorabilia as it was his and this is a multi-generational passion in this family.

You will be constantly entertained by the distinguished keepsakes.

Of course we have published on Pickers for years (the show Peachy used to watch with her DAD who LOVED IT) and if you like this show too, The Throwback has your name ALL OVER IT.

The name is a triple entendre:

Throw back a drink

Throw back a ball

Throwback in time

They have fresh salads with components blossoming with nutrition and spring vigor. Well-cut components team up for goals in your stomach.  Note if you are new to us, we do not edit pictures.  We publish the truth and the truth is everything looks just like this. Kale Caesar sports fresh kale, herb-encrusted breadcrumbs, and grated parmesan tossed in Caesar dressing and we suggest you also add grilled chicken, which is just smashing.  This had great flavor.

The Cobb Salad is a classic and if you say hold the blue cheese, they are happy to comply.  Hospitality triumphs at The Throwback.  Romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, hard boiled egg, avocado and crispy bacon team up with super cool ranch dressing.  They listened and put the dressing on the side for Ms. Pretty Picky.

The Throwback is detail-oriented.

The silverware presentation is fun.

Goaltenders are exactly what you need especially in this High Holy Time of Stanley Cup Playoffs.  Local legend in net Henrik will tell you his favorite movie if you click here.  By definition, they are crispy chicken strips that hit the spot, and come with french fries.  Of course we chose cool ranch to go with it, and it's delicious.  Equally convincing are the cheeseburger sliders which look like and taste like a hat trick.  Mini wagyu pigpiles with cheddar cheese to a perfectly medium rare as we ordered.

May we suggest they call this the HAT TRICK.  It was three goals in Peachy's stomach and Alex lit the lamp.  Sauteed spinach with red pepper flakes tell you that The Throwback has a diverse menu, and we were also delighted to meet Executive Chef since the start, Santos Mariani.  Everything is made to order here and say hi to Skye at the door who takes pride in his vocation here.

The Triple play is grilled cheese with three cheeses:

Melted Gouda

White Sharp Cheddar

Creamy Fontina

They luxuriate on Texas Toast and invite you to dunk in the savory tomato bisque.

Can you hear it say CHEESE for the camera?!  

Now taste it.

What we liked about the fish and chips was the dill accent!

Inventive and delicious!

Tartar sauce was a solid companion, and the cod tail will satisfy you.

Peachy's favorite however is without a doubt The Turkey Club.

Turkey, avocado, bacon, lettuce and tomato are in perfect proportion with Mayo on Texas Toast; this sandwich sounds simple but the taste is pure sophistication.

Finally, they inventively make wings with GUINNNESS.  A total must on your bucket list, these wings will wow you.

The Throwback really impressed us on our first visit and we can't wait to see what they do next.

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#NHLPeachy @NHL Guerin, MacFarland and Verbeek Voted Finalists for Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award

Bill Guerin of the Minnesota Wild, Chris MacFarland of the Colorado Avalanche and Pat Verbeek of the Anaheim Ducks are the three finalists for the 2025-26 Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award, the National Hockey League announced today.

Voting for this award was conducted among the NHL general managers and a panel of League executives and media at the conclusion of the First Round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Following are the finalists, in alphabetical order:

BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLE Bill Guerin, Minnesota Wild

Guerin’s blockbuster move to acquire Norris Trophy-winning defenseman Quinn Hughes in a Dec. 12 trade sparked the Wild (46-24-12, 104 points) to the seventh-best record in the NHL and a First Round playoff win over the no. 3 overall Dallas Stars. Hughes logged an average of 27:54 per game in his 48 regular-season games with Minnesota, the highest figure in the NHL over that span, and tallied 5 48—53 to set franchise records for assists and points in a season by a defenseman. Hughes joined an already-strong Wild roster that Guerin had built serving as Wild GM since 2019, including 50+ point scorers Kirill Kaprizov (89; who Guerin signed to an eight-year extension prior to the start of the season), Matt Boldy (85), Mats Zuccarello (54), Joel Eriksson Ek (51) and Brock Faber (51). Other additions to the Wild included summer acquisitions Vladimir Tarasenko and Nico Sturm and trade deadline moves for Bobby Brink, Nick Foligno and Jeff Petry. The GM for the gold medal-winning 2026 U.S. Men’s Olympic team is a Jim Gregory finalist for the first time and the first representing the Wild since the award was established in 2009-10.

Chris MacFarland, Colorado Avalanche

Under MacFarland the Avalanche (55-16-11, 121 points) led the overall NHL standings every day from Nov. 1 through to the end of the season to win the franchise’s fourth Presidents’ Trophy and make their ninth consecutive trip to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, tied with Tampa Bay for the NHL’s longest active streak. Their 121 points were the most in franchise history and they became just the fourth team in the expansion era (since 1967-68) to lead the League in both (non-shootout) goals for (298) and goals against (197). MacFarland strengthened the perennial playoff contenders in the offseason by retaining forward Brock Nelson, acquired at the 2024-25 trade deadline, and signing free agent defenseman Brent Burns. He continued to improve the roster with in-season trade acquisitions Nazem Kadri, Brett Kulak, Nicolas Roy and Nick Blankenberg. MacFarland, in his fourth season as Avalanche GM and 11th with the organization, is a Jim Gregory finalist for the first time. His predecessor, current president of hockey operations Joe Sakic, became the first Colorado GM to capture the award in 2021-22.

HARTFORD WHALER Pat Verbeek, Anaheim Ducks

Verbeek assembled a Ducks team laden with young talent that qualified for the playoffs for the first time since 2017-18 (43-33-6, 92 points). Building on a 21-point jump in the standings in 2024-25, the Ducks posted a 12-point gain in 2025-26, joining the Montreal Canadiens as the only clubs with double-digit increases in each of the past two campaigns. Guided by three-time Stanley Cup-winning head coach Joel Quenneville in his first season behind their bench, the Ducks scored a franchise-record 265 goals. The team’s top four scorers during the regular season – Cutter Gauthier, Leo Carlsson, Beckett Sennecke and Jackson LaCombe – are 22, 21, 20 and 25, respectively. Complementing this youthful nucleus, Verbeek added veteran forwards Chris Kreider and Mikael Granlund in the offseason and traded for forward Jeffrey Viel and defenseman John Carlson during the campaign. Verbeek is a Jim Gregory finalist for the first time. He is looking to become the second Anaheim GM to claim top honors following Bob Murray, a finalist for three consecutive seasons (1st in 2013-14, 2nd in 2012-13, 3rd in 2014-15).

History

The NHL General Manager of the Year Award first was presented in 2009-10. It was renamed in 2019-20 in honor of Jim Gregory, the 2007 Hockey Hall of Fame inductee who served as Toronto Maple Leafs general manager and a League executive for four decades.

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#MovietimeInManhattan @WBD #SPEEDRACER FROM VISIONARY DIRECTORS THE WACHOWSKI’S WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 4K RESOLUTION WITH HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE (HDR) AVAILABLE ON 4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAYTM AND DIGITAL ON MAY 19, 2026

The high-octane thrill-ride Speed Racer will be available for purchase Digitally in 4K Ultra HD and on 4K UHD Blu-ray Disc on May 19. Directed by The Wachowki’s (“The Matrix” Trilogy), the newly remastered film will also include new bonus content featuring the filmmakers reflecting on the making of the film and its legacy. This is sure to appeal to all movie fanatics and those with a need for speed, particularly Cruising Peachy fans.

Based on the classic series created by anime pioneer Tatsuo Yoshida, the live action Speed Racer stars Emile Hirsch, Christina Ricci, John Goodman, Academy Award winner Susan Sarandon, and Matthew Fox.

Speed Racer will be available to purchase on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc online and in-store at major retailers and available for purchase Digitally from Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Google Play, Fandango at Home and more.

Warner Bros. Pictures, in partnership with Flashback Cinema, will also present special theatrical screenings of Speed Racer the week of April 25 in 225 locations across the U.S.

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About the Film

Fearlessly hurtling down the track, careening around, over and through the competition in his thundering Mach 5, Speed Racer (Emile Hirsch) was born to race cars. But when Speed turns down a lucrative offer from Royalton Industries, he not only infuriates the company's maniacal owner (Roger Allam) but uncovers a terrible secret--some of the biggest races are being fixed by a handful of ruthless moguls! The only way for Speed to save his family's business and the sport he loves is to beat Royalton at his own game. With the support of his family (John Goodman and Academy Award winner Susan Sarandon) and his loyal girlfriend, Trixie (Christina Ricci), Speed teams with his one-time rival--the mysterious Racer X (Matthew Fox)--to win the race that took his brother, Rex Racer's, life: the death-defying, cross-country rally known as The Crucible.

Speed Racer Digital release and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc contain the following new and previously released special features:FAST / FUTURE / FAMILY: SPEED RACER (NEW)

In this exclusive interview, the Wachowskis revisit the film’s joyful genesis, its dazzling craft, and its second life as a cult classic.

Spritle in the Big Leagues!

Speed Racer: Ramping Up!

Speed Racer: Supercharged!

Speed Racer: Car-Fu Cinema

Speed Racer: Wonderful World of Racing, The Amazing Racer Family

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#LobsterPeachy #SanPietro Check Out the Beautiful New Upbeat Upscale Interior

A #PeachysPick Since 2011, #SanPietro Since 1992 by #MoverandShaker #GerardoBruno and #CosimoBruno Spring 2026 #SouthernItalian #18East54thStreet between Madison and Fifth Avenues

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#NewYorkNotes @RecordingAcad The Grammy Awards Set To Take Place Sunday, Feb. 7, 2027, And Will Be Exclusively Simulcast On ABC, Disney+ And Hulu For The First Time Ever

The 2027 Grammy Awards® will air live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2027, and simulcast across ABC, Disney+ and Hulu. The news was confirmed today during the Disney Upfront presentation in New York City. This year’s Grammy® eligibility period is Aug. 31, 2025 – Aug. 28, 2026, and nominations will be announced ahead of the Telecast on Monday, Nov. 16, 2026.

The upcoming ceremony marks a historic shift for the organization as the 2027 Grammy Awards will be the first ceremony to air on ABC since 1972, ushering in a new era for the most celebrated night in music.

“The Grammys are all about celebrating the music that moves the world, and this moment is built on exactly that,” said Harvey Mason jr., CEO of the Grammys. "This is an exciting time for us as an organization—a new home and a bold new chapter for the Grammy Awards. We’re just getting started and the best is yet to come."

The full list of key dates for the 2027 Grammy Awards season is as follows:

Aug. 31, 2025 – Aug. 28, 2026

Product Eligibility Period

June 25, 2026 – Aug. 14, 2026

Media Company Registration Period

July 7, 2026 – Aug. 21, 2026

Online Entry Period

Oct. 12, 2026 – Oct. 22, 2026

First Round Voting

Nov. 16, 2026

Nominees Announced for the 2027 Grammy Awards

Dec. 10, 2026 – Jan. 7, 2027

Final Round Voting

Feb. 7, 2027

2027 Grammy Awards

For more information regarding the upcoming 2027 Grammy Awards season, click here. To learn more about the annual Grammy Awards® process, click here.

ABOUT THE GRAMMYS®

Music is a powerful force for good in the world. It heals. It unites. It moves us like nothing else. The people who create it deserve an organization dedicated to their well-being. That’s us. We exist to serve music, and all the people who make it. The Grammy organization is powered by 30,000 members, working songwriters, performers, producers, engineers and music professionals, and we serve music people by spearheading public policy efforts to protect their rights, opening pathways of opportunity for them while dismantling old barriers, providing direct assistance, recognizing musical excellence, and upholding a peer-based Awards process that endures as music’s highest honor. Our service positively impacts music creators everywhere, and results in a growing, thriving and more fair music industry.

The Grammy organization is made up of the Recording Academy®, The Latin Recording Academy®, MusiCares®, the Grammy Museum®, and the Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation®. For more information about the Grammys, please visit Grammy.com. For breaking news and exclusive content, join the Grammys’ social communities on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and X.

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#NHLPeachy @NHL NHL Morning Skate: Stanley Cup Playoffs Edition – May 13, 2026

* Sabres forward Zach Benson celebrated his 21st birthday by scoring a game-winning goal in the Stanley Cup Playoffs – doing so with his family in attendance – and helped Buffalo even their Second Round series with Montreal.

* Jack Eichel and Pavel Dorofeyev ensured the Golden Knights remained perfect in overtime during the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs (3-0) and did so after the Ducks forced the extra frame with a tying tally in the final four minutes of regulation.

* The Avalanche and Wild will meet for an all-important Game 5 back at Ball Arena with the series on the line. The Presidents’ Trophy winners eye the Conference Finals but Minnesota has its sights on overcoming a 3-1 series deficit to defeat Colorado for the second time.

BENSON SENDS SABRES BACK TO BUFFALO WITH EVEN SERIES ON HIS BIRTHDAY

The clubs traded leads in the first period but Zach Benson (1-0—1) celebrated his 21st birthday by breaking a third-period tie and helped the Sabres even their Second Round series at two apiece, with Game 5 set for Thursday in Buffalo (7 p.m. ET on TNT, SN, TVAS). The Sabres have won Game 5 at home when a series is tied 2-2 in each of the past three instances (2007 CSF, 2006 CQF & 2001 CSF) and have closed the series out in six games in the past two.

* Benson joined Peter McNab (Game 6 of 1975 SF) as the second player in franchise history to score a playoff goal on his birthday and became the 13th player in NHL history (first in 10 years) to finish with the winner in that scenario. His fourth goal of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs tied Pierre Turgeon (4 in 1988), Dave Andreychuk (4 in 1985) and Alan Haworth (4 in 1981) for the third most in a playoff year by a Sabres player at age 21 or younger, behind only Danny Gare (7 in 1975 & 5 in 1976).

* Tage Thompson (1-1—2) and Josh Doan (0-2—2) were also pivotal in Buffalo’s third comeback win of the playoffs. Thompson recorded his third consecutive multi-point playoff road game and tied Gilbert Perreault (3 GP in 1981) for the longest such streak in franchise history while Doan extended his assist streak to five games – the longest by a Sabres player since Daniel Briere (5 GP in 2006) and two shy of Perreault’s franchise record (7 GP in 1981).

DOROFEYEV, EICHEL HELP GOLDEN KNIGHTS REBOUND TO OVERTIME WIN

Pavel Dorofeyev (2-0—2) and Jack Eichel (0-2—2) first combined on a game-tying tally in the first period and their services were needed once again in overtime after the Ducks scored a tying marker of their own within the final four minutes of regulation. The duo not only helped the Golden Knights gain a 3-2 series advantage but propelled the club to a 3-0 mark in overtime during the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs – tied for the most wins in a single postseason in franchise history and tied with the Hurricanes for the most among all clubs this playoffs.

* Eichel owns 11 assists on game-tying goals since his postseason debut in 2023 – one back of Connor McDavid (12) for the most among all players during the span. In fact, he needs one more helper to become just the fifth American player in Stanley Cup Playoffs history with 15 or more assists in multiple playoff years (20 in 2023). He would join Matthew Tkachuk, Chris Chelios, Craig Janney and Kevin Stevens (all 2x).

* The Golden Knights forward (1-14—15 in 11 GP), with an NHL-leading 14 assists this postseason, is appearing in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the fourth consecutive year after missing out in each of his first seven campaigns and has since produced 11-47—58 in 51 career outings – 0.92 assists per game.

SECOND ROUND SCORING WAYS FEATURED IN #NHLSTATS: LIVE UPDATES

Ducks rookie Beckett Sennecke (1-0—1) and Canadiens forward Alex Newhook (1-0—1) have been regulars on the score sheet during the Second Round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs and continued their scoring ways as their clubs look to rebound when their series resume on Thursday. Click here for all the Second Round storylines in the latest edition of #NHLStats: Live Updates.

* Sennecke achieved a handful of accomplishments on the night he found the back of the net for the fourth straight contest: he established a franchise playoff record for the longest goal streak by a rookie (4-1—5 in 4 GP); his five goals in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs matched the single-postseason franchise rookie record; and his four goals tied the most in a series by a player age 20 or younger in the past 16 years.

* Newhook extended his goal streak to three games and boosted his total this postseason to six, five of which have come in this series alone. Newhook became the fourth Canadiens player in the past 30 years to score five goals in a single series, joining Michael Cammalleri (7 in 2010 CSF & 5 in 2010 CQF), Brian Gionta (5 in 2010 CSF) and Alex Kovalev (5 in 2004 CQF).

GUERIN, MacFARLAND AND VERBEEK VOTED FINALISTS FOR GM OF THE YEAR

Bill Guerin (MIN), Chris MacFarland (COL) and Pat Verbeek (ANA) are the three finalists for the 2025-26 Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award. Voting for this award was conducted among the NHL general managers and a panel of League executives and media at the conclusion of the First Round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Click here to read more.

QUICK CLICKS

* Charlie McAvoy suspended six regular-season games for actions in Bruins game

* Josh Manson fined maximum for butt-ending in Game 4 with Avalanche

* Avalanche look to keep playing with 'urgency,' eliminate Wild in Game 5

* Wild need 'absolute best' to keep season alive in Game 5

* Hurricanes taking advantage of break leading up to Eastern Conference Final

* Sunday's Sabres-Canadiens game is the most-viewed Second Round Game 3 on record

AVALANCHE, WILD READY FOR ALL-IMPORTANT GAME 5 WITH SERIES ON THE LINE

The Second Round series between the Avalanche and Wild shifts back to Ball Arena in Denver for a pivotal Game 5, where the Presidents’ Trophy winners have their sights on the Western Conference Final while Minnesota looks to overcome a 3-1 deficit in a best-of-seven series for the third time in franchise history – and second time against Colorado (2003 CQF).

* The Avalanche had their win streak to start the postseason snapped in Game 3 but can join the Hurricanes (8 GP) as the second team to advance to the Conference Finals in nine or fewer games (last: ANA, 9 GP in 2015). The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs can be the second in NHL history to feature multiple teams achieve the feat after the Flyers (9 GP) and Red Wings (9 GP) each did so during the 1995 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

* The Wild can become the fourth franchise in Stanley Cup Playoffs history to overcome a 3-1 deficit in a best-of-seven series three times and would join the Canadiens (2021 R1, 2010 CQF & 2004 CQF), Rangers (2022 R1, 2015 R2 & 2014 R2) and Canucks (2003 CQF, 1994 CQF & 1992 DSF); NY Rangers (2022 R1 & 2014 R2 vs. PIT) and Pittsburgh (1995 CQF & 1992 DSF vs. WSH) are the only franchises to do so multiple times against the same opponent.

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#InauguralReview #CaffePalmero @caffepalermonyc Since 1973 by #JohnDelutro Also Known As #BabyJohn #148MulberryStreet #LittleItaly #Manhattan #NewYork

Does your Penne Vodka smile at you like this?

If you go to Caffe Palmero, it does!

It's not who you know, it's WHOM YOU KNOW and now we know the 100% Italian John Delutro, also known as Baby John and a record-setting number of nicknames, and his culinary brainchild: Caffe Palmero.  Located at 148 Mulberry Street in Manhattan's historic Little Italy, Caffe Palmero opened on August 15, 1973 and it's named after Baby John's Paternal Homeland, Palmero, the capital of Sicily. 

In Italian, Caffe means coffee.  John Delutro is the 100 percent owner of Caffe Palermo.

 Both of John's paternal grandparents hailed from Palmero while his maternal side came to the USA from Naples.  Though he is super Italian, Baby John is also uberproud to be an American and has a personality could eclipse the dinner we want to tell you about!  This could be a single article on his exuberance (you may think of him as leave the gun and take the cannoli.  If you have not had your caffe this morning this means the cannoli is more important) but we shall stick to the meatballs, readers.  The 100 percent beef beauties greeted us and announced that Caffe Palmero is indeed a savory delight although it might be more known for the desserts.  We commend not only the quality and flavor of the meatballs but also their size which are superior and not tiny.

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Even better is the Eggplant Rollatini, the best we have had anywhere in 2026.

The perfectly sliced eggplant is the correct thinness and is properly sumptuously filled with ricotta over marinara.  It is the LBD of Eggplant Rollatini which obviously is Little Black Dress.

Meet the Baby John salad!

Baby John met Picky Peachy so he understood to put the dressing on the side, s'il vous plait.

Romaine, cherry tomatoes, provolone cheese, black olives, onion, roasted red peppers with a special house dressing are absolutely fresh and are a deserving component of your Caffe Palmero dinner.

His hilarity is extensive; when asked about his social media philosophy John told us he is social media!

Caffe Palmero changes their menu three to four times a year based on client demand, not season.

Penne alla Vodka is completely remarkable and the best we have had anywhere this season.

The fresh pink creamy vodka sauce will ravish your palate in an intoxicatingly delicious way and John tells us he uses DeCecco Penne, which the sauce coats perfectly.  Also, he makes fresh bread every day which is fabulous.

His mission statement for Caffe Palmero is LISTEN TO ME.

We must be philosophically aligned as that is something Peachy has been saying for 17 years and counting, although more often in writing.

Fettuccine Alfredo Glamour Shots

Fettuccine Alfredo says don't hate be because I'm beautiful: EAT ME.

And it came to cluck as we ordered it with sensationally baked chicken (not fried).

You'll discover 65 coveted seats inside Caffe Palmero with an additional 20 outside in the summer.

Aside from the Penne, John tells us all pasta and the ravioli and lasagna in particular are made on premises.

Say enchante to the Lasagna, an undeniable classic.  It's all ground beef partying with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil.  Enhanced further with grated cheese, this lasagna boasts amazing red sauce that exudes excellence that hits the spot on any day.

Unquestionably, the pasta section was the strongest part of our first visit to Caffe Palmero.

Under Secondi, we met Chicken Parmigiana: breaded with fresh marinara sauce and served with pasta for our carnivorous endeavor and in terms of poisson: Shrimp Oreganata with white wine sauce, served with a smashing broccoli rabe with Peachy's beloved sauteed garlic and potato croquette.  Both were solid contenders.

What was really outstanding however was the Palmero Italian Panini sandwich.

Grilled chicken, mozzarella, roasted peppers, fresh basil and a house spread which must have been made in heaven team up for the ultimate sandwich to make your springtime shine.

Finally, John Delutro wins for the most nicknames ever.  They include of what we know so far from our single encounter:

Baby John (he's the youngest of three kids after a brother and sister)

Cannoli King

Pasta Boss

Pizza King

Yo Turkey

Peachy can probably come up with even more so stay tuned.

Caffe Palmero impressed us on our first visit and we look forward to seeing what they do next.

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Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Gang Camp Welcomes First Families to Maryland Location

Note from the Editor:

Peachy knew of Paul Newman as a race car driver at Lime Rock Park before she ever saw his movies and before starting Whom You Know; we believe he wanted to be known as a race car driver.

When she met him, he was spectacularly nice to her and her family and out of our deep respect for him and his family we have not published our pictures of that time.

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Maryland location will host eight Family Camps in 2026, serving families of children with cancer, sickle cell disease, rare and ultra-rare conditions

This weekend, Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Gang Camp welcomed families to the first of eight 2026 Family Camps at its new location on the Eastern Shore of Maryland – bringing joy, connection, and "a different kind of healing" to those often isolated by their diagnosis. With the launch of these Family Camps comes needed programming tailored for those in the rare and ultra-rare disease communities, a group who lack access to similar programs in the region, according to a recent medical needs analysis.

"It was incredible to finally see our Maryland location filled with laughter and play," said Hole in the Wall CEO Jimmy Canton. "It has always been our charge to do everything in our power to bring the healing of Hole in the Wall to those children and families most profoundly impacted by their diagnosis. With the launch of these Family Camps, we are doing just that, building community among those who did not previously have it. The need is great, and the impact is significant."

Families of children with sickle cell disease, a rare disorder where red blood cells are crescent shaped and can clump together, blocking blood flow and causing pain crises and other issues, attended the first Family Camp. While onsite, families enjoyed arts & crafts, archery, swimming and so much more, surrounded by others who understand the challenges they face. But even more importantly, these families walked away with renewed hope and the understanding that they aren't defined by their diagnosis.

In addition to families with sickle cell disease, who will also have a focused Family Camp in the fall, the remaining Family Camps will include:Two Camps dedicated to families of children with cancer, including children with Constitutional Mismatch Repair Deficiency, a very rare condition where cancer continues to recur;

One Camp for children with metabolic and mitochondrial disorders, a group of disorders that occur when the mitochondria fail to produce enough energy;

One Camp for families of children with Neurofibromatosis, a rare disorder where the nervous system produces tumors throughout the body;

One Camp for children with Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva or FOP, an ultra-rare genetic disorder where soft tissues progressively turn into bone;

One Camp for families of children with Progeria, a devastating diagnosis where children rapidly age and face the many challenges of the elderly when they are still in elementary school.

Each Family Camp will welcome up to 15 families and range from three to five days in length. These Camps come following an extensive renovation of the facility, which transformed 50,000 square feet of existing buildings into an inclusive, universally designed space, including a dining hall to accommodate 120 people, a maker's space, a barrier free theater and dressing room filled with costumes, accessible residential rooms, and a state-of-the-art infirmary. Rooted in universal design, the facility ensures every child, regardless of medical need, can fully participate, build friendships, and simply experience the magic of camp. Over the course of 2026, nearly 500 children and family members will be served in the space. The start of Family Camps at this new location marks the beginning of a larger expansion that will include future facilities dedicated to camper-independent programming.

The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp-Maryland is located on the site of the former Aspen Institute's 166-acre Wye River Conference Center in Queenstown, Md. The Institute was gifted the scenic property in 1979, and its Board generously donated it to Hole in the Wall after learning of Camp's interest in expanding services in the region.

About The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp:

Founded in 1988 by Paul Newman, The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp provides "a different kind of healing" to thousands of children with serious illnesses and family members annually – all completely free of charge. For many of these children and families, Hole in the Wall provides multiple Camp experiences throughout the year at the facilities in Connecticut and Maryland, in dozens of hospitals and clinics, directly in camper homes and communities, and through other outreach activities across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Learn more at www.holeinthewallgang.org.

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#FashionAlert #BathingBeauties Swim Circles Around the Competition with NAUTICAL ENERGY Swimmer maintains in Blackcurrant Gold Exclusively by #French #Luxury #Swimwear #Maison #LiseCharmel Since 1946

The swimwear market for functional suits you can swim in is not always gorgeous and sexy.

However, with LISE CHARMEL, it is.

Introducing the super seductive, ravishing raspberry-hued NAUTICAL ENERGY Swimmer maintains by this coveted historical brand, which we understand has been practicing #EvertoExcel Since 1946.

Previously, they were featured for their Dazzling Eden.

This suit we feature today is much better for exercising and getting in your laps with not only athletic ease but also high style and savoir faire.

The brand tells us:

One-piece swimsuit without underwire. Elastic under the bust. Comfortable shape with an ultra-feminine look.

One-piece in supportive, solid-color Lycra Sport certified knit. Graphic elastic with shimmering details accentuates the silhouette under the bust and on the straps. Wide straps for greater comfort.

Composition:

62% Polyamide, 19% Polyester, 18% Elastane, 1% Others

WE LOVE THAT IT IS DESIGNED, CRAFTED AND MANUFACTURED IN EUROPE!

Often, this is the mark of luxury and if we could find high quality bathing suits made in the USA, you would be the first to know. This sporty suit is aptly named because you truly do exude nautical energy when you wear it.  We particularly love the striped detail which further evidences true craftsmanship as well as the careful stitching.  Staying in shape in premium fashion is a remarkable way to kick off the season!

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Founded in 1946, Lise Charmel is an established French luxury lingerie and swimwear Maison renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, refined detailing, and exclusive design aesthetic. The brand offers a comprehensive universe spanning foundation and fashion lingerie, micro-modal, cotton and silk loungewear, iconic and fashion swimwear, versatile beachwear designed for effortless day-to-night elegance, as well as ready-to-wear pieces in silk, wool, and lace.

Driven by a heritage of French savoir-faire and innovation in premium fabrics, Lise Charmel combines technical expertise with sophisticated styling to deliver both comfort and couture-level beauty.

The brand partners with luxury hotels, spas, and high-end retailers worldwide.

Lise Charmel was founded in Lyon, historically the silk capital, and positions itself as haute-couture lingerie. Lise Charmel owns its own manufacture ateliers located in Bulgary, Europe. We manufacture in Europe:

*To protect our luxury positioning

*Because we rely on unique European textile ecosystems

*We need technical expertise for complex lingerie

*We support premium pricing and brand storytelling

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Lise Charmel sets the standard in luxury lingerie, elevating the elegance of women. Renowned globally for its haute couture spirit, Lise Charmel epitomizes luxury French lingerie. Currently, the Lise Charmel group features two prestigious brands : Lise Charmel and Antigel.

The Story of a Passionate Vocation for Lingerie

Over half a century ago, in the heart of Lyon's silk district, the brand was born out of a relentless pursuit of beauty and unparalleled comfort. From the outset, the focus was on crafting the finest quality bras, meticulously tailored to meet the needs of the most discerning customers. This dedication has led to a unique expertise in creating well-fitting models in both standard and larger sizes.

Throughout the decades, our team has remained committed to the same values: perfection, distinctive savoir-faire, and a deep passion for sophistication and creativity.

Today, Lise Charmel stands as a globally influential brand, with a well-structured distribution network spanning over forty countries. The group continues to grow with the same enthusiasm and dedication, season after season.

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