Shawn Hirn wrote:
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PeterL wrote:

On Mar 5, 5:58 pm, "Mrs Bonk" wrote:
K wrote:
Mrs Bonk wrote:
I am flying into to New York on Monday. It's all very exciting for
me:-) Does anyone know New York - or Washington? I am hoping to try
some American veggie food so any recommendations as to where I might
eat will be gratefully received.
I am taking my laptop so you can all expect to hear from me on my
travels. Regards
Mrs B

Like Jerry, I'm pretty far removed from NYC. Yes, the street dogs are
wonderful, but you were asking about vegs. I can suggest that you try
your query on rec.travel.usa-canada. It's a fairly sleepy group, but
people wake up when there are questions about NY, especially restaurant
questions. My guess is that you'll find the most vegetarian places in
trendy areas like East Village and SoHo, but I'm sure they're scattered
all over the city.
Food in the city is good, and it doesn't have to be expensive to be
good. Restaurants hang their menus outside, so there's no reason to
embarrass anyone with shock at your bill.

I know NYC has a reputation for surliness, but it's not true. Pull out
a tourist map and look confused on any corner and you'll be sure to
draw a crowd. Just don't expect agreement on directions.

NY is a beutiful city for the most part, and quite safe by US
standards. I hope the weather cooperates next week, as this winter has
been very
snowy there.

Enjoy your visit,
Keith

Thank you Keith. I have added in rec.travel.usa-canada in case anyone
has anything of note to add.
I must say, I was concerned to read of the high crime rate in Atlantic
City. As for the weather, I am taking my thermal underwear and
windproof/waterproof coat. Not the height of fashion but extremely
practical.
Regards
Mrs B-

If you are looking for food related answers, you may want to try
chowhound.com. They have a very active NYC board.

I agree, for food related stuff, its hard to beat chowhound.com but
those who think Atlantic City is a high crime area are living in the
past. I live near AC. It is no worse than any other city where if you
stay in the busy areas, do not deal in drugs, practice common sense
behavior, you'll be fine.

You are quite right of course. I am home, safe and well and off again
tomorrow, this time to a small resort here in the UK.
Thank you dear for your post.