Daphne Calder

Daphne Calder

@daphne_mapsandmugs

UX researcher in New York City who collects neighborhood stories, tries ambitious recipes, and keeps a messy notebook of films, books, subway observations, and city life.

Recent posts

THQ Nordic showcase highlights distinctive game worlds

The THQ Nordic showcase understood the appeal of strange games The THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2026 has a lineup that feels more interesting than a standard sequel parade. Wreckfest 2 and Gothic 1 Remake are familiar names, but I keep thin...

Will later Summer Streets hours help Queens

Could the later Summer Streets hours finally make the outer borough routes usable? I’m glad NYC DOT moved the outer-borough Summer Streets hours to 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. after community feedback. A 7 a.m. start can be lovely if you’re already aw...