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One of my favourite neighbourhoods in New York City is the Lower East Side. Marked by an urban realness that distinguishes itself from other parts of the city, the neighbourhood is shaped by its immigrant roots, diverse ethnic population and working class community. Today, these cultural pillars have made the Lower East Side home to…
Since it’s opening in November 2011, Dominique Ansel Bakery has garnered much attention and a loyal customer base for its whimsical desserts and constant innovative approach to pastries and desserts – so much that Dominique Ansel himself is often referred to as the Willy Wonka of New York City. And perhaps there’s nothing that better encapsulates this than…
Tucked away on a quiet street in East Village is Momofuku Milk Bar and unlike the Momofuku chain of restaurants, the little store is a modern reincarnation of the American milk bar and pays homage to many popular, home-style desserts. From soft serves and milk shakes to cookies and savoury breads, there is something for everyone….
If there is something that can instantly bring a smile to one’s face, I couldn’t think of anything that would better deserve this accolade than the humble cupcake. The Magnolia Bakery has been credited with reinventing the cupcake and elevating it to popular culture, and with its expansion across New York (with counters in Grand Central Station…
I recently returned from a vacation in New York and have so much to share with you all! The first stop of our trip was the Original Greenwich Village Food Culture Walking Tour, one of the most popular tours offered by Foods of New York Tours. What attracted me to this part of town was…