July 5, 2011


If you get there early enough, and thus get a seat, you can get a free tasting of the food being presented at the Herald Square Macy's Look Who's Cooking demo on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. I happened to be there last week and saw the chairs being set up, so I stayed. Besides, I needed to take a load off my feet. Perfect! The demo was Ger-Nis, a place in Brooklyn that specializes in cooking classes using herbs and locally grown products. I learned how to make pesto and how to use it. It is one way to use up that bundle of herbs left over after using only 3 sprigs for one recipe. There are some amazing recipes on their website: Ger-Nis Culinary and Herb Center

Macy's Fireworks

Six barges let loose fireworks along a 2 mile stretch of the Hudson.

Mr. Terry Lundgren at the 2011 Macy's Fireworks.
Nick Lachey poses with fans at the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks.
This was one amazing display of 4th of July fireworks, let me tell you.  Free food, drinks, ice cream thanks to Macy's. Our pass got us up close and personal with me being able to get this picture of Nick Lachey who hosted the NBC live event. Terry Lundgren himself made an appearance looking good in his business suit.