Walking along Fifth Avenue or Times Square was quite overwhelming to say the least. It seemed like there were a zillion people from planet earth walking on these streets.
Culture shock? Not really.
As a Malaysian, we are accustomed to a melting pot of races and cultures. The only difference is that we do not drive on the right side of the road and our cars are not left hand drive-configured.
One profound experience though was facing the cold weather of 3 degrees F at the time of my visit. I've seen rain but not at that temperature, and when the wind blows in my face.
Yes, this Malaysian got his money's worth of American weather!
As a graphic design graduate, no words can express how I felt when I finally fulfilled my dream of viewing a Van Gogh, a Manet, a Monet and a Picasso painting. It was simply a breathtaking experience.
Every portion was too big for this Malaysian and I wonder what happens to most of the food that I could not finish on my plate? Seriously, every serving was for two pax!
One of the best discoveries though was a place called Hurley's on 48th West, next to the Best Western Presidential hotel where I stayed. Now I understand what they mean about being in a good Irish pub.
The people were friendly and lovers of Guinness Stout, or other ales, will feel right at home. Coincidentally, it was at Best Western Presidential that we met a fellow Malaysian who was working there as a restaurant supervisor. She has been living in NY for the past 22 years and said hello after noticing our slang!
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