New Yorkers love their dogs and this past weekend the 5th annual Times Square Dog Day Masquerade raised awareness for homeless and abandoned pets. These two pirates mentioned that people who abandon their pets are gonna have to walk the plank!

More pics at Telegraph.co.uk

Jetsetting Flickr user Jwilly collected an impressive set of rooftop penthouses, gardens, pool houses and more around downtown Manhattan, creating a beautiful set of wealthy excess, oftentimes hidden from view from the normals who are walking tens of stories below. Follow along with his sequel sets, Rooftops in Tribeca / LES and Rich People Rooftops NYC Part II

We’re making an exception to our rules for the Veggie around the world series, by allowing a location that serves a small amount of meat (in the form of Salmon) be featured. We do this because we’re so inspired by the Moosewood story, ethics and business organization. Moosewood is a collectively owned and operated business, with nineteen members who share all of the responsibilities and participate in the various jobs necessary for the daily operation of the business. Running a flat and equal hierarchy since 1973, the employees of Moosewood have built-up a talented, dedicated and proud group of employees serving some of the finest gourmet natural foods on the east coast. House in renovated historic brick building, which used to be a school in downtown Ithaca, New York, Moosewood serves some of the finest high-eating a vegetarian or vegan can ask for. Their menu is clearly marked with what can be veganized and what can’t be and their staff are extremely knowledgeable about what goes into their foods, so even the most discerning vegan can quiz the staff. The staff of Moosewood have also authored over 10 internationally published cookbooks and are expanding their business to including consulting and instructional services to the developing gourmet vegetarian dining industry. Well done Moosewood and keep up the great work!