#Domino Sugar Factory

[thatwritererinoriordan]

Sure, your blog is niche, but is it as niche as @dominosugarfactory , the blog that is nothing but the Domino Sugar Factory in Baltimore in various lighting and weather conditions?

[my-random-fandoms]

Baltimore 🧡🧡🧡🧡

[thebaltimoreyoudontknow]

For people who don't know, Baltimoreans really love this sign.

Domino Sugars

Key Highway, Locust Point, Baltimore, Md

[gregdotorg]

Kara Walker's An Audience (2014) is a 27-minute video of audience reactions to A Subtlety..., the 75-foot sugar sphinx Walker installed in the soon-to-be-demolished Domino Sugar Factory on the Brooklyn waterfront in the summer of 2014.

[possiblu]

it gets dark at 7pm now : an autumn/winter playlist

yeah i forgot i had this account but i like my playlists. this is for that vibe of nostalgia when you realise how early it's getting dark, for thinking about people you miss while you walk home from people you don't, for black coffee in black streets, for shitty lighters that never work in the wind or rain, for the calm blanket of mist and snow that dampens out all the noise. i'm strangely comforted by it all.

i'll stay - the rh factor + d'angelo

meet me in the hallway - harry styles

gibson girl - ethel cain

us and them - pink floyd

scott street - phoebe bridgers

this night has opened my eyes - the smiths

my love mine all mine - mitski

i'm making believe - orville peck + king princess

breathe (in the air) - pink floyd

maybe - janis joplin

i want a little sugar in my bowl - nina simone

souvenir - boygenius

savior complex - phoebe bridgers

born slippy (nuxx) - underworld

margaret (ft. bleachers) - lana del rey + bleachers

dance me to the end of love - leonard cohen

babe o'riley - the who

drive blind - ride

brain damage - pink floyd

simulation swarm - big thief

about you - the 1975

now and then - the beatles

(feels like) heaven - fiction factory

head over heels / broken - tears for fears

layla - derek and the dominos

ladies and gentlemen we are floating in space - spiritualized

4 morant - doja cat? waves? idk

love her madly - the doors

another brick in the wall, pt. 1 - pink floyd

dancing in the street - david bowie + mick jagger

breaking glass - david bowie

shine on you crazy diamond (pts. 1-5) - pink floyd

[kylo-wrecked]

{ cont'd from here, because i, like some people, had no chill }

Tenements creaked like broken bones. Old bones. Their windows whistled while the Domino Sugar Factory flipped the bird across the way. Pigeons and crows roosted on the tired arms of streetlamps, shaking out their wings. Dark pinions overlapped darker pinions in a black tangle, not unlike Ben's hair. The wind could've blown them away, man and Valkyrie both. Ben and his sharp teeth laughed at the sky. The stars, ghosts. Below, the East River laughed with him, rolling and hissing endlessly.

His laugh was curt, there and then gone, and he regarded Brunnhilde, this sliver of moonlight with the hardness of a diamond, pursing his lips in thought. Ben was listening.

Maybe selectively. Maybe with what was left of his soul. Maybe he felt as the Valkyrie did. Maybe not—maybe they didn't want the same things. Maybe he didn't give a good God damn. Nor had he ever wanted glories, ashes, feathers, and fallen sisters. He didn't care for such things any more than he'd cared for flying business class.

Ben Solo was made for the travails and tragedies of fruitless human endeavor. He was made to rot. Was she? From what she described, Ragnarok seemed like another exercise in futility: it meant nothing. Even gods destroyed themselves. 

Even gods answered questions with questions. 

When Brunnhilde pierced Ben with her gaze and asked her questions, he provided a statement. 

"Home is sound and the color it makes. That's me."

Ben was also made for music. His fingers, their seemingly preternatural familiarity with stringed instruments, the branching pathways in his brain, drawing shape and flavor from things not meant to have form, taste, or tincture. 

Additionally, he might have thought he was made for reality, the state of things as they exist, even when they have wings.  

"You? You sound like a woman," he said, shrugging at Brunnhilde, her pretty pissed-off face. "Maybe you belong to yourself now. Maybe your home is being angry. How the shit should I know? You 'belong to nothing?' Then why're you so proud? You ever think of that?"

Tapped at his temple as the wind ruffled through those black locks, and the pigeons cooed, and the crows laughed along as they ascended from the sudden smell of rain. 

"Do you have feathers up there, too?" 

[gavinkaysen5555]

On Saturday, June 15th, chef Jamal James Kent passed away unexpectedly.

Jamal was a generational talent. A veteran of some of the top fine dining institutions in New York City, where Jamal earned the respect of his peers for his formal skill in the kitchen. In the days following his death, it has quickly become clear that his greater distinction was that he was a uniquely supportive member of the restaurant community. He was dedicated to mentoring younger cooks and lifting their careers, and sharing resources with people, including those who are overlooked by others. We, his family and friends, are committed to building the legacy that he started.

This fund will support The James Kent Family Legacy Trust, a vehicle created exclusively for Jamal's family–his wife, Kelly, and children, Gavin and Avery–to ensure that they’re financially stable and well cared for.

Jamal James Kent

Chef and Managing Partner, Saga Hospitality Group

A Greenwich Village native, Jamal Kent started his culinary career as a summer apprentice at Bouley when he was fifteen years old. After taking classes at Le Cordon Bleu in London and Paris then graduating from Johnson and Wales, Kent moved back to New York where he spent time in the kitchens of some of New York’s most storied restaurants including Babbo and Jean-Georges. In the spring of 2007, Kent joined the team at Eleven Madison Park as a line cook and was quickly promoted to sous chef. In 2010, Kent placed first in the Bocuse d’Or USA Competition; he then represented the United States at the international finals of the Bocuse D'Or in Lyon, France the following year where he placed 10th in the world. When he returned to New York, Kent was named chef de cuisine of Eleven Madison Park. Under his leadership, EMP received nearly every accolade bestowed on a restaurant including four stars from the New York Times, three Michelin stars, and a coveted spot on the list of the World's 50 Best Restaurants. Kent was promoted to Executive Chef of the NoMad in the fall of 2013, the same year that it received one Michelin Star.

In late 2017, Kent set out to open a pair of restaurants and a cocktail bar in the landmark Art Deco building at 70 Pine Street in Manhattan’s Financial District. Crown Shy–an ambitious neighborhood restaurant on the ground floor of the building–exceeded expectations, collecting a Michelin star within a year of opening and raves from the New York Times and The Infatuation. Kent and his team followed up their success with Saga on the building’s 63rd floor, and Overstory, one floor up. They were rewarded with two Michelin stars and the #17 spot on the list of the World’s 50 Best Bars, respectively. With the restaurants at 70 Pine as their calling card, Kent and his partners at SC Holdings set their sights on other New York landmarks.

In Fall 2024, Saga Hospitality Group will open a restaurant in the ground floor space at 360 Park Avenue South on the corner of 26th Street. Later in the year, SHG will become the first retail tenant at Refinery at Domino–the former Domino Sugar Factory on the Williamsburg waterfront.

Kent was an active supporter of a number of charities working to eradicate childhood hunger in New York City including No Kid Hungry and Rethink Food, for which he sat on the Chef’s Council. Kent twice co-chaired the annual Chef’s Benefit dinner for Cookies for Kids Cancer, a nationally-recognized organization that provides funding for pediatric cancer research. And he was a mentor for the Mentors BKB foundation, an organization devoted to inspiring culinary excellence in young professionals and preserving the traditions and quality of cuisine in America.

[alsjeblieft-zeg]

015 of 2023

Your protein: pork steak lamb chops hamburgers vegan burgers chicken nuggets chicken fingers tuna shrimp salmon oyster crab lasagne ravioli chicken soup

beef jerky slim jims bacon spam buffalo wings sausage ham turkey meat balls

Your dairy: milk soy milk skim milk raw egg boiled egg sunny-side eggs scrambled eggs cottage cheese cheddar cheese mozzarella cheese swiss cheese blue cheese cream cheese plain yogurt

Your vegetables and fruits: mushrooms tomatoes pickles olives carrots raw onion broccoli cauliflower green beans string beans peas black beans celery leek artichoke lima beans bell pepper asparagus spinach seaweed avocado eggplant zucchini corn cucumber squash/pumpkin/yam garlic ginger peanuts almonds sunflower seeds raisins bananas apples pears grapes oranges tangerines peach blueberries raspberries blackberries strawberries lemons pineapples coconuts apricot cherries plums cranberry kiwi watermelon melon pomegranate grapefruit lime guava mango papaya

Your starch: French fries baked potato scalop potato mashed potato fried rice white rice bagel white bread whole grain bread French bread corn bread sourdough pancakes spaghetti macaroni & cheese oatmeal

Condiments: wasabi soy sauce cranberry sauce marmalade grape jam strawberry jam ketchup mustard relish mayonnaise whipped cream honey mustard sauce Tabasco salt ranch gravy caramel peanut butter salsa pepper honey maple syrup hummus butterscotch marshmallows icing

Junk food: cheetos sour cream and onion chips barbeque chips vinegar chips wheat thins graham crackers saltine crackers cheez-its ritz tortilla chips Lunchables Milano cookies Twinkies popcorn fruit roll ups donuts ice cream sandwiches Poptarts pretzels Girl Scout cookies Oreos Nutter Butter Fig Newtons Jell-O rice crispy treats

Cereals: Cocoa Puffs Cocoa Pebbles Fruit Loops Cinnamon Toast Crunch Frosted Flakes Raisin Bran Apple Jacks Corn Flakes Cookie Crisp Cap’n Crunch Lucky Charms Cheerios

Dessert: brownies muffins cinnamon rolls cheesecake donuts chocolate fondue pudding apple pie pumpkin bread pumpkin pie chocolate chip cookies sugar cookies gingerbread cookies biscotti fortune cookies shortbread cookies oatmeal cookies Angel food cake carrot cake cupcakes fruit cake cream puffs flan custard Meringue sorbet s’mores

Asian: ramen cup noodle sushi miso soup kimchi teriyaki eggrolls orange chicken

Fast food and restaurants: McDonald’s Carl’s Jr Taco Bell Panda Express Jack-in-the-box In-n-out Chick-Fil-A La Salsa Dairy Queen Baskin Robbin’s Pizza Hut Papa John’s Roundtable Domino’s Johnny Rocket’s Cho-cho San’s Hot Dog On A Stick Coldstone California Pizza Kitchen Red Robin Ruby Tuesdays Chili’s Wendy’s Burger King Kentucky Fried Chicken Subway Tommy’s The Cheesecake Factory Arby’s Quiznos El Pollo Loco TGIF Applebee’s Wienerschnitzel IHOP Islands White Castle Togo’s Sonic Popeyes Orange Julius Jamba Juice Coffee Bean Starbucks Del Taco Chuck E. Cheese Baja Fresh Macaroni Grill

Candy: Red Vines M&M’s Snickers Hershey’s kisses Kissables Kit-Kat Nerds Junior Mints Twizzlers Tootsie Rolls Jelly beans Swedish Fish Skittles Starburst 100 grand 3 Musketeers Airheads Almond Joy Baby Bottle Pops Baby Ruth bottle caps Butterfinger Reese’s Cup Fast Break Twix cotton candy chocolate coins Dots Hot Tamales jaw breakers Jolly Ranchers Laffy Taffy Lemonheads lifesavers Mike & Ike Milkduds Milky way Mr. Goodbar Nestle’s crunch Payday pixie sticks pop rocks Push Up pops Runts Smarties Snow Caps Sugardaddy Sweet Tarts Tic-Tacs York Peppermint Patties Warheads

Non-alcoholic drinks: Rootbeer Lemonade Orange juice Grape juice Capri Sun Coke Diet Coke Diet Pepsi Pepsi 7up Sprite Mountain Dew Hawaiian Punch Dr. Pepper Apple juice hot cocoa Kool-Aid cappuccinos frappuccinos lattes espresso energy drinks Vanilla Coke Cherry Coke Fanta Arizona Green Tea Squirt Gatorade Iced tea Green tea Chamomile tea White tea Oolong tea Jasmine tea Chai tea Snapple apple cider

Alcoholic drinks: Wine Sake Shochu Vodka Bourbon whisky Irish whisky Canadian whisky Bloody Mary Rum Absolut Brandy Scotch Cognac Tequila Gin Wine cooler Smirnoff Marc Sidecar Tonic Pina Colada Martini Alabama Slammer Daiquiri Margarita Cape Cod Flying Horse Kamikaze Screwdriver Rusty Nail Cajun Strawberry Soda Mimosa Champagne Cascade Fosters Sam Adams Budweiser Coors Harpoon Milwaukee’s Bes

[dankusner]

Kara Walker, A Subtlety, ’14

A Creative Time Project in Brooklyn’s Domino Sugar Factory, of a sugar-coated sphinx-like woman—responded to the building and its history.

[galvenporter]

An Interview With Justine Ludwig, Executive Director of Creative Time | Observer

Monumental sculpture of a woman. Kara Walker, A Subtlety, 2024, presented by Creative Time at the Domino Sugar Factory in Brooklyn. Courtesy of ...

[apexart-journal]

Mvelo Mahlangu in NYC, Day 4

The beautiful sun showed it face today and bathed New York in sunshine. From the apartment, the illusion was that it was warmer out. I was very wrong. It in fact felt a little bit colder than the previous days.

Today, I was headed to Brooklyn again for a class in Tree pruning & care. Once I got out the train station in Brooklyn, I knew where I was. I was right by the Domino Sugar Refinery that I saw from yesterday's cruise tour. I definitely knew I wanted to stop by the factory after the class. Walking towards the community garden, I noticed a little Japanese convenience store and quickly went in. I felt like I was in a genuine Japanese store back in my grandparents hometown and when I saw all the deserts, nostalgia hit me.

With an onigiri in one hand and packaged mochi in the other, I happily continued the walk. I really liked the area of Brooklyn I was in. It was a lot more quiet, not a lot of tall buildings, and very residential areas with many coffee shops around. In Manhattan, it's very easy to feel isolated, where as here, I felt like I could bump into an old friend.

The community garden was a little slice of nature surrounded by residential buildings. It was refreshing too see as I haven't seen any parks or open land yet. The instructor William started talking to us about trees and how they grow, what organs they have and their functionings. Sometimes in the rush of life, it's easy to forget that trees are also these living organisms that are trying their best at each moment to survive and are not just in existence for the purposes of humans. William spoke to us on why we prune trees, what to identify and what tools are needed. The primary reason we prune trees is for human aesthetic choices, then comes the other reasonings like keeping tress healthy or giving it the best chance to live longer.

As we went around pruning and sawing parts of the trees off, I must say, I really did think about how we humans keep trying to bend nature to the confines of our society. Cutting or 'pruning' a young trees branch off because we predict it to grow into the building next to it which will cause a problem in the future... If there were no buildings around would we still do the same thing? Supposedly pruning does not harm the tree if done correctly and is done in winter as opposed to summer to avoid infection & disease from entering the 'wound'. So another question begs "At what point do we let nature run its course and at what point do we step in to intervene?"

I'm definitely caught in this thought that we've separated ourselves so much from nature that we forget we are a part of it too.

After the freezing walk about and pruning of trees, I decided to quickly walk to the Domino Sugar Factory. It was refreshing walking based on line-of-sight as opposed to constantly looking at my phone for directions. The building was incredibly huge. What fascinated me the most was the relationship between the former original brick exterior and the use of glass as the new interior/exterior. So almost like a glass box with a dome above, nestled into a big brick box. That is the best use of architectural coexistence in preserving history that I've seen so far. I need to do more research on the building to contextualise and understand its functions better.

I sat by the river, ate some lunch and made my way back to the apartment to go rest. Body clock is still adjusting so I was really exhausted. Once I got to the apartment, I extensively cleaned the space and prepped for the last activity on my calendar which was a guided meditation class. I took a 15 minute nap only to wake up 3 hours later and 20 minutes before the online class. feeling a bit drowsy I pushed on into the meditation class which helped me relax more as I called for affirmation "I forgive myself and everyone" amongst other affirmations. Apparently each area of your body houses a chakra which taps into different aspects of emotion/feeling. This took me back to the conversation the night before I had with someone who also attended improv jam where he spoke on chakra's and how his meditation journey has helped keep him looking and feeling youthful.

Right afterwards, I fell asleep and reminded myself to watch the movie "Into the woods" in the morning.

[avrahamglattman]

Brooklyns Waterfront Renaissance: Real Estate Developments along the East River

Brooklyn’s Waterfront Renaissance: Real Estate Developments along the East River http://avrahamglattmannewyork.com/brooklyns-waterfront-renaissance-real-estate-developments-along-the-east-river/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=brooklyns-waterfront-renaissance-real-estate-developments-along-the-east-river Brooklyn, the iconic borough across the East River from Manhattan, has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years. With its gritty charm, the once-industrial waterfront is now at the forefront of a real estate renaissance. As developers reimagine and revitalize the East River shoreline, a new era dawns for Brooklyn’s waterfront, blending modern luxury with the borough’s historic roots. The Williamsburg Edge: Pioneering the Waterfront Revival Williamsburg, long a haven for artists and creatives, is now a key player in the Brooklyn waterfront renaissance. The Williamsburg Edge, a stunning complex of waterfront towers, set the tone for this transformation. This development introduced luxury living to the neighborhood and seamlessly integrated sustainability into its design, featuring one of the city’s largest residential rooftop solar arrays. With breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, the Williamsburg Edge symbolizes the new Brooklyn. This vibrant, forward-thinking community celebrates the borough’s diverse culture while embracing modern living. Domino Park: A Public Oasis on the East River Brooklyn’s waterfront is not only about high-rises and luxury apartments but also about creating spaces for the community to thrive. Domino Park, a transformative public space developed as part of the Domino Sugar Factory redevelopment project in Williamsburg, is a testament to this vision. Nestled along the East River, Domino Park repurposes industrial remnants into a recreational haven. The park boasts a stunning waterfront esplanade, playgrounds, beach volleyball courts, and a taco stand in a repurposed shipping container. It has quickly become a gathering place for locals, providing a scenic escape from the urban hustle while preserving the area’s industrial heritage. DUMBO: Where Creativity Meets Luxury Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass (DUMBO) is another waterfront neighborhood that has undergone a profound transformation. Once an industrial hub, DUMBO now houses a mix of creative spaces, tech offices, and luxury residences. The conversion of former warehouses into sleek, upscale apartments has attracted a diverse mix of residents, from young professionals to families seeking a dynamic urban lifestyle. The cobblestone streets, historic architecture, and proximity to both the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges make DUMBO a unique blend of old-world charm and contemporary living. One Manhattan Square: Sky-High Luxury on the Lower East Side Moving south along the East River, the Lower East Side has seen its share of waterfront developments, with One Manhattan Square leading. Soaring over 800 feet above the city, this residential tower offers unparalleled views of the river, bridges, and the iconic Manhattan skyline. One Manhattan Square provides residents with lavish amenities, including a private garden, fitness center, and spa, and contributes to the neighborhood’s cultural landscape. The project includes expanding nearby public spaces and enhancing the overall quality of life for residents and the community. Brooklyn’s waterfront renaissance along the East River is not just about changing skylines; it’s a dynamic blend of preserving history, fostering community, and embracing modern living. From Williamsburg’s sustainable luxury to DUMBO’s creative resurgence and the Lower East Side’s sky-high opulence, these real estate developments reflect the evolving identity of Brooklyn. As the borough redefines itself, the waterfront symbolizes progress, innovation, and a harmonious balance between the past and the future. The post Brooklyn’s Waterfront Renaissance: Real Estate Developments along the East River first appeared on Ray Glattman Real Estate.

[radiorampa]

Wiadomości Dnia w RAMPA TV - 28 września 2023 from RAMPA on Vimeo.

Wiadomości Dnia w RAMPA TV – dzisiaj jest 28 września – zaprasza Monika Adamski. Dzisiaj w programie:

- Prezydent Andrzej Duda będzie obecny na Paradzie Pułaskiego, która 1 października przemaszeruje Piątą Aleją w Nowym Jorku. Dzisiaj Richard Zawisny - prezes Komitetu Głównego Parady - o tym, jaki wpływ wizyta ta będzie miała na Paradę;

- do Stanów Zjednoczonych wrócił amerykański żołnierz, Travis King, kóry kilka tygodnii temu przekroczył granicę Korei Połnocnej;

- drugą noc z rzędu, trwały zamieszki i plądrowanie sklepów w Filadelfii;

- w środę, Nowy Jork odwiedził gubernator Stanu Texas GREG ABBOTT – jego wizyta związana była z napływającą do USA dużą liczbą uchodźców; - stan Nowy Jork zablokował możliwość używania w szkołach publicznych technologii rozpoznawania twarzy;

- były budynek Domino Sugar Factory przy East River na Williamsburgu, został otworzony w nowej odsłonie jako biurowiec całkowicie elektryczny;

- w Polsce, otworzono Muzeum Historii Polski.

Zapraszamy

(RadioRAMPA/IAR)

[anniekoh]

Girlhood 

by Melissa Febos (2021)

When her body began to change at eleven years old, Febos understood immediately that her meaning to other people had changed with it. By her teens, she defined herself based on these perceptions and by the romantic relationships she threw herself into headlong. Over time, Febos increasingly questioned the stories she’d been told about herself and the habits and defenses she’d developed over years of trying to meet others’ expectations. The values she and so many other women had learned in girlhood did not prioritize their personal safety, happiness, or freedom, and she set out to reframe those values and beliefs.

Blending investigative reporting, memoir, and scholarship, Febos charts how she and others like her have reimagined relationships and made room for the anger, grief, power, and pleasure women have long been taught to deny.

As a note, I couldn’t commit as a reader to Febos’ essay on the peeping tom. Policing and our larger societal expectations around how best to address gendered violence against women has produced a lot of carceral measures, see the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) but little in the way of protection against such violence. 

Women in the Picture: What Culture Does with Female Bodies

by Catherine McCormack (2021)

Venus, maiden, wife, mother, monster—women have been bound so long by these restrictive roles, codified by patriarchal culture, that we scarcely see them. Catherine McCormack illuminates the assumptions behind these stereotypes whether writ large or subtly hidden. She ranges through Western art—think Titian, Botticelli, and Millais—and the image-saturated world of fashion photographs, advertisements, and social media, and boldly counters these depictions by turning to the work of women artists like Morisot, Ringgold, Lacy, and Walker, who offer alternative images for exploring women's identity, sexuality, race, and power in more complex ways.

I read these two books one after the other and they had a lot of common themes. Both are well worth reading! McCormack examines Kara Walker’s massive sculptural installation -- “sugar-coated sphinx-like woman” subtitled “Marvelous Sugar Baby” -- at the Domino Sugar factory 

the riddle of how black experience gets shaped into a narrative that reflects whiteness. And this process itself echoes the grand sugar enterprise of refining dark substance to white matter, as well as classical history’s suppression and erausre of its African origins.

Monsters -- like the black mammy sphinx, but also Lilith and Medusa -- unsettle and agitate and destabilise and resist reduction into perfect takeaway meanings by bringing what is repressed up to the surface... searching for the perfect meaning is in fact a form of violence -- it reduces and contains things by purporting to make them fully knowable, and becomes a way of owning them.

McCormack also re-examines “classics” such as Titian’s Europa - for which the “standard reading that the painting’s tension lies in the ambiguity over whether to maiden writhes in terror or in ecstasy.” She cites critic Barbara Johnson’s essay “Muteness Envy”: “two things women are silent about: their pleasure and their violation [and] the work performed by the idealisation of this silence is that it helps culture not to be able to tell the difference between the two.”

[thebaltimoreyoudontknow]

This is a small video showing smoke rising from the Domino Sugar Factory in the background, with ships docked in a marina floating in the foreground. The sky is a pale morning shade and the water reflects it beautifully.