Epinions Recent Reviews for Minstrelette

Might as Well Just Get the Cheese To Go

Sun, 6 Oct 2002 22:52:23 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - I'm back!

The best thing about Artisanal is their cheese selection. Try the Monte Enebro from Spain, a creamy and tangy goat's milk cheese. Or try the Boerenkaas from Holland, a hard and sweet cow's milk cheese. Or try the Serpa from...

Marriott: My Room Key Opened the Door to a Couple on Their Wedding Night

Fri, 7 Sep 2001 21:01:40 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - First of all, I must tell you this Marriott is independently owned. If I were the CEO of Marriott, I would not let this hotel operate under the Marriott name. It is the worst run hotel I have ever seen. I'm not basing my opinion on one stay, I have...

Sheraton: Sheraton Baltimore North- sometimes good, sometimes bad

Thu, 23 Aug 2001 17:16:14 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - I've been staying at the Sheraton in Towson since 1995. I've seen many changes to the hotel, mostly lobby renovations and restaurant owner changes. It is an average hotel on all accounts, but why should they try any harder to make it a great place to...

My First Tour

Sun, 12 Aug 2001 21:34:08 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - I usually travel on my own. I travel mostly for business and usually tack a few personal days on the end of a business trip. I haven't had a real vacation in over 5 years. Working for myself, I always felt that I couldn't take the time off. Well, I...

Michael Frayn is Truly Amazing

Wed, 1 Aug 2001 21:55:46 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - Farcial plays, plays about physics and World War II, and now a novel about Flemish 16th Century art, is there no limit to the subjects Michael Frayn will tackle?

I became familiar with Michael Frayn through his hysterical play, "Noises Off"...

Urinetown- do I really need to come up with a better title myself?

Wed, 11 Jul 2001 17:40:51 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - When telling people I was going to see "Urinetown", I often got the question, "Is that 'You're in Town' or 'Urinetown'"? It's definitely "Urinetown" and in my opinion, the most clever name for a Broadway show.

This show opened Off-Broadway in...

Stones in His Pockets- what's with the shoes?

Sat, 7 Jul 2001 18:52:23 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - While I was in line at the TKTS booth yesterday morning, I was trying to decide what to see. Did I want to see "The Music Man" with Eric McCormick? No, I wasn't ready to see it again yet. What about "Contact"? No, I didn't want to see that by myself...

Glamour, Glitz, and Class!

Sat, 7 Jul 2001 17:26:32 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - Note: I originally had this Epinion under the Times Square category so I am re-posting it in its proper place now that it's added. I did update a few things.

I saw the first preview of "42nd Street", on April 4th, at the Ford Theatre on 42nd...

I was not impressed with Virgin

Fri, 29 Jun 2001 13:59:37 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - I notice I'm only the second person to write a negative Epinion on Virgin Atlantic. Why is that? I don't understand why everyone has such a high opinion of this airline.

I fly often. The airlines I use the most are US Air, American, and...

Hotel Tulip: I Would Stay at the Hotel de l'Europe Again

Wed, 27 Jun 2001 18:32:38 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - Before heading on a business trip to London, I decided to take a few days off in Amsterdam. Knowing nothing about the city or where to stay, after doing a bit of research, my companion and I decided on the Hotel de l'Europe. What a great choice we...

Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong: Where Should a Business Traveler Stay?

Tue, 26 Jun 2001 14:44:54 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - I was in Hong Kong for 7 days- 4 business days and 3 free days. I knew nothing about the area or where to stay before I left. After checking some guide books and web sites (sadly, there aren't too many Epinions on hotels in Hong Kong), I decided to the...

"tick, tick... BOOM!"- Jonathan Larson's show before "Rent"

Thu, 24 May 2001 15:07:48 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - Go ahead category police, give me a "Not Helpful" rating since this epinion isn't on Soho as a neighbourhood but on one exciting event in the Soho neighbourhood. Personally, I think this epinion belongs here since this is something you can do when you...

Walden Pond- different now than when Thoreau was there

Sun, 20 May 2001 14:06:44 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - It was a fabulously warm day in the beginning of May. While visiting Boston last weekend, my friend and I took a journey out to Walden Pond in Concord (about 30 minutes from Boston). I have always wanted to visit and had images of what I thought it...

An overview of Savannah

Tue, 17 Apr 2001 00:55:52 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - I can't wait to go back! That's what I said to myself while driving on 16 West out of Savannah after a lovely few days.

I arrived on a sunny Friday afternoon at the small Savannah airport. After a bit of a hassle at the Alamo rental counter...

Proof that Mary Louise Parker is an extremely talented actress

Sun, 25 Mar 2001 00:28:13 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - I had been wanting to see this show for a while. People were comparing it to Copenhagen (one of my favourite shows ever). Aside from it being like Copenhagen, this is what I knew about it before I went. It was a small cast, including Mary Louise...

City Tripping: New York City A Guide for Nighthawks, Foodies, Culture Vultures, Fashion Fetishists, Downtown Addicts & the Generally Style-Obsessed: Should Be Called "East Village Tripping"

Mon, 5 Mar 2001 15:44:43 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - I recently moved back to New York. I haven't lived here in 7 years so I thought I'd read some books on the city to see what's changed (besides the obvious) and find new, exciting places.

I picked up City Tripping since on the front cover was...

Broadway Shows: See Broadway Shows Without Paying Broadway Prices (Updated "Rush" section May 8)

Mon, 5 Mar 2001 04:20:26 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - If you're visiting New York City, probably one of the things you want to do is see a Broadway show. With the cost of hotels in this city, you might not have too much money left for your entertainment. You could see an Off-Off-Broadway show. You don't...

Aida- Another Popular Disney Show

Fri, 2 Mar 2001 03:42:50 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - Aida has been on Broadway at the Palace Theatre since March and tickets still aren't available at TKTS (the half price ticket booth). Why? Because it's a popular Disney production. To the general public, Disney is the greatest. I admit, I like Disney...

Music Man- defines the Broadway musical

Tue, 20 Feb 2001 00:34:44 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - First of all, my lack of writing has not been because of the re-designing of this site. I just moved and have been dealing with all the hassles of that. Things are calming down, and I hope to be contributing to this site more often. Now on to the...

Avis brings music to your ride

Sat, 30 Dec 2000 11:22:44 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - Unless I am with a client, in a class, or sleeping- I'm listening to music. I have a records, tapes, and MP3's, but mostly I have CD's. Most of the music that I usually want to listening to is on a CD.

I travel a good amount for business...

Paradise Lakes Apartments

Wed, 6 Dec 2000 15:25:08 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - If you're planning a move to Phoenix or are in need of long-term temporary housing (they offer furnished corporate apartments), here are some things you should know about Oakwood at Paradise Lakes. I've lived here for over 2 years and thought it would...

Journey to Park City

Fri, 1 Dec 2000 14:49:36 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - If you're planning a trip to Park City you won't be disappointed. There is something for everyone, even those who don't ski. Let me take you on a journey of the highlights of Park City, UT.

First of all, I recommend going before the height...

A Wanna-Be Luxury Hotel

Sat, 18 Nov 2000 17:21:16 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - Before I move back to New York, I wanted to see Tucson one more time since I know I won't be back in the southwest any time in the near future. So I headed down for the weekend and picked the Double Tree as a random choice.

This hotel has...

Holiday Inn Hotel and Resorts Chain: Holiday Inn Select- Santa Rosa

Wed, 18 Oct 2000 17:09:51 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette -

If you're going to be in the Santa Rosa area and need a quiet, clean, fair priced ($79/night) place to stay, consider the Holiday Inn Select right off of the 101.

With the horrible customer service I've encountered all over the...

Days Inn: I lived at one for 6 weeks

Sun, 15 Oct 2000 18:36:43 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - I've had problems at a few Days Inns, but this epinion will be strictly on the one in Timonium, MD- a suburb in Baltimore. Although, I have to mention this one point. The Days Inn in North Platte, NE was the worst one I've ever stayed in. The rooms...