Photography, writing, recommendations
What is Flood’s?
Mr. Flood’s Party is a creative platform by me, Lorenzo Bongiovanni.
Flood’s is where I channel my constant stream of thoughts about dining, hospitality, travel, and music into something tangible: crisp photography and thoughtful writing about my favorite places and spaces. Flood’s is an expression of how I see and think about the world.
Flood’s stands for quality over quantity; substance over flash. It’s a platform that delivers value by guiding you toward perfect hangs, and shifting the way you think about food, culture, and space.
Who is Flood’s for?
Flood’s is certainly for those who appreciate a great dining experience. For people who want to make the most of their travels. And for those who love a perfect scene. This could mean different things to different people! For me, that’s a well-made cortado at a sunny café, or a crisp light beer on an outdoor patio.
But I really believe this is a platform for everyone. Flood’s is about food, travel, photography, and music — things we can all find joy and beauty in.
What does subscribing get me?
Subscribers get regular Flood’s posts delivered to their inbox and the Substack app. A lot of love goes into each one.
What about a paid subscription?
Paid subscribers get access to Flood’s Worldwide — an evolving collection of hits from around the globe. Flood’s Worldwide is the most valuable resource I offer — no reading between the lines, just all the hits in one place.
Flood’s formats
Restaurant Write-Ups are the most popular pieces I write. I try to capture how a place makes me feel, going deep into the details of ambiance to create vivid recollections. My personal favorites write-ups include Le French Diner and Bernie’s in New York, and Choza in Mexico City.
On Draft is my “newsletter.” Easy to parse, the format highlights a few places that have been Recently Added to The Flood’s Worldwide Map, with great photos to support the story.
Away Game features live dispatches from unfamiliar places. Notes, stories, and reflections on the thrill of discovery around the world.
Culture includes lists, like 11’s: Places to Take a Friend You’re Trying to Convince to Move to NYC, and essays, like The Art of the Pub.
About the author
I’m Lorenzo Bongiovanni — a photographer, writer, and creative consultant based in New York City. I work as a finance professional by day, and created Mr. Flood’s Party as a creative outlet and side hustle.
I’ve lived in New York since 2021, after three years in Chicago. No matter where I’m based, I love to travel and stay on the move.
I have recently been featured in FOUND NY, amuse-bouche, and the latest edition of Off-Menu Magazine, available here.
If you’d like to get in touch, welcometofloods@gmail.com, or reach out via Instagram.
