Dear DateSpacers,
It’s New Year’s Day, but not all is quiet at DateSpaces.com! We’re starting off the year with a bang that would make William Hung blush. Our resolution: to remain the #1 site for New York City dating. And just as sure as the ball will drop in Times Square this time next year, you can bet that DateSpaces.com will not drop the ball in bringing you the best of dating in NYC in 2009!*
1. DateSpace of the Week
To kick off the new year, our DateSpace of the Week is Gyu-Kaku–home of the best Japanese BBQ in town. We know you’re probably thinking, “Japanese BBQ? What’s next? Japanese baseball?” Or, a la Marge Simpson, you may suspect that Japanese BBQ is much like American BBQ, only smaller and more efficient.
In fact, Japanese BBQ at Gyu-Kaku is not only delicious but makes for a perfect date: “Think hibachi without the chef. Each table at Gyu-Kaku has a sunken barbecue pit in the middle. You order a few 4-ounce portions of meat, seafood, and veggies, and just grill away. It’s gimmicky, for sure, but it’s also a lot of fun, and Zagats gives the food a 23, so you know its tasty fare.”
Our insider tip: Request to sit at the tables for two in the front of the restaurant. Otherwise you’ll likely be sent to the back of the restaurant with all the families and huge tables which place your date far, far away from you. Oh, and Gyu-Kaku is also great for double dates.
By the way, FYI, Gyu-Kaku translates as “bull’s-horn,” which, of course, we learned watching the Japanese dubbed version of The Breakfast Club.
Been on a really great date lately? Suggest next week’s DateSpace of the week by emailing eric@datespaces.com.
2. This Week at The Daily Dater
Letty counsels a gal getting the Long Distance Runaround. Don’t worry, says Letty. You may take a Roundabout way to love, but give it time. You won’t be the Owner of a Lonely Heart forever.**
Also, Mr. Online Dating Matches proclaims pick up lines don’t work: “Sometimes the best ‘opening line’ to say to a female is nothing more than ‘hi!’ (just make sure you’re smiling).”
If you must use a pick up line, you could always take the Akon route and use the word “notice” as many times as possible. Best reserved for females you deem “dangerous.” Another winner: “Are you Jeff Goldblum? ‘Cause you are so fly.” Could it be any sexier?
Happy New Year (and Dating)!
The DateSpaces.com Team
xoxox
*Nor will our jokes be any less laborious.
**Yes! That makes three art/prog rock song references already this year. 2009 is going to be the best year ever!! (Forgive me, Letty.)
