About ME
Hi, and welcome! I'm Belita Tracey and happy to have you here. I’m a writer based in New York City. I’ve always been drawn to reflection, observation, and the quieter moments that give everyday life meaning. Sundays in Soho is where I explore those ideas through writing, cafés, food, and small rituals of rest.
I first started blogging during my freshman year of high school, originally as a place to reflect on my summer reading assignments and to think through ideas beyond the books themselves. I really enjoyed my language arts and psychology classes, especially the reflective aspects of them and I wanted a space where I could continue that reflection beyond characters, grades and timed assignments. Over time, the blog has gone through some name changes and evolutions, growing alongside me while staying rooted in the same intention: slowing down, noticing more, and making space for thoughtful reflection.
Today, Sundays in Soho is a continuation of that long-standing practice, shaped by life in New York City and a belief that rest and intention are worth protecting, even in the middle of a busy world.
Some of my favorite reads:
The opposite of loneliness- This was a really moving piece that I go to every now and then. I don't want to divulge too much if you haven't read it.
Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte- I liked it before it was cool-ified by Mr. Elordi
Recent substack fave -5 Things I’ve Learned Being in a Healthy Relationship
Why did you start Sundays in Soho?
I started this blog because I wanted a place to think openly and creatively without pressure. Writing has always been a way for me to process ideas, observations, and patterns in everyday life, whether inspired by books, conversations, or simply sitting quietly in a café.
As the blog evolved, so did its focus. What began as literary reflection expanded into essays, café reviews, and recipes, all grounded in the same desire to slow down and be more intentional. Sundays in Soho exists as a space for thoughtful observation rather than oversharing, offering pieces that feel reflective without being confessional.
What’s the story behind the name Sundays in Soho?
This Soho is SoHo,NYC when taken literally.
Once an industrial neighborhood of cast-iron buildings, SoHo became a center for artists who lived and worked in its lofts, blurring the line between making art and everyday life. That history still shapes how the neighborhood feels: creative, walkable, and meant to be observed slowly.
Sundays soften that energy. The pace eases, the streets quiet, and there’s room to notice details you’d miss during the week. Sundays in Soho reflects that intersection....a place shaped by art and movement, paired with a day reserved for rest and reflection.
It’s how I think about writing here: shaped by walking, waiting, and paying attention.
