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1. Central Park
Winter, spring , summer, or fall, All you have to do is call. And I'll be there [at Central Park]. So I'm borrowing some words from James Taylor because Central Park is just beautiful as the seasons change. Seeing it in the winter time covered in…More »
2. FAO Schwarz
I love FAO Schwarz. There are so many toys that it's not as over the top as the Toys R Us in Times Square. This place makes wish I was a kid growing up in Manhattan. As a So Cal girl, I settled for Toys 'R Us with one floor and the toy section and at…More »
3. Brooklyn Bridge
There are so many things to do and see in New York City that this should be on the top of the list. I came here in October so it was the perfect weather to walk down the bridge. It was sunny and breezy. It's a great picture spot. So be careful if…More »
4. Rice To Riches
New York, NY 10012
(212) 274-0008
Categories:
Restaurants,
Desserts
Neighbourhood: Nolita
So my friend and I split a whole pizza at Lombardi's. However, that did not stop us from heading over to Rice to Riches. Before even entering, you must read the quotes on the windows like "Eat Right. Exercise. Die Anyway." They're cute and humorous.…More »
5. Levain Bakery
The Dark Chocolate Chip Cookie is the best cookie I've ever had in my life. I love cookies and at work they have even called me The Cookie Monster. My friend and I walked a mile from Central Park, but I would walk a thousand miles.
I first heard about…More »
6. La Maison Du Chocolat
New York, NY 10112
(212) 265-9404
Category:
Chocolatiers and Shops
Neighbourhood: Midtown West
This is a cute little shop and cafe in Rockefeller Center. Anything chocolate grabs my attention. The place reminded me of those little chocolate shops in I saw in Paris but without the French speakers. I saw the pricey bits of chocolate and was…More »
7. Top of the Rock
New York, NY 10112
(212) 698-2000
Categories:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings,
Tours
Neighbourhood: Midtown West
The views were spectacular, and it was worth the wait. The wait is only a fraction of the wait at the Empire State Building. I think the views are actually better at the Top of the Rock. My scheduled time was at 6:30 pm. Therefore, I was able to see…More »
8. Porchetta
New York, NY 10009
(212) 777-2151
Category:
Sandwiches
Neighbourhoods: East Village, Alphabet City
This little piggy went to the market.... And this little piggy went wee wee wee all the way to Porchetta to sacrifice himself for humankind to indulge in perfect porkfection.
Pork Sandwich - I have never loved a pork sandwich this much because it…More »
9. The New York Palace Hotel
My friend lives in New York and could not accommodate me in her small apartment. So I was a little bummed my cheap trip to New York suddenly tripled my expenses. I was worried because everything in New York especially hotel prices are crazy…More »
10. M & M's World
New York, NY 10019
(212) 295-3850
Category:
Candy Stores
Neighbourhoods: Midtown West, Theater District
An M&M's lover would have an orgasm here. This place is jammed packed with all things M&M's. There's toys, clothes, pillows, and pretty much everything that will look cute with the M&M's brand. Even though M&M's aren't my favorite candy, this place…More »
11. TKTS Discount Booth
New York, NY 10036
(212) 912-9770
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhoods: Midtown West, Theater District
TKTS is awesome. I'm a planner so I was worried about the outcome of waiting in line to get whatever tickets were left for a play. However, I did not want to pay $150 a ticket through Ticketmaster. The line wasn't long since it was close to a half…More »
12. Max Brenner
New York, NY 10003
(646) 467-8803
Categories:
Chocolatiers and Shops,
Desserts,
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: Greenwich Village, Union Square
This is the place to indulge my chocolate cravings. I felt like Homer Simpson in the Land of Chocolate. I came here for breakfast since it opened at 9:00 am. I can eat anything for breakfast including chocolate.
Italian Thick Hot Chocolate - The…More »
13. Guggenheim Museum
It is architecturally beautiful and modern. The eye of ceiling provides great lighting. The circular movement of the floors provides fluidity to move from one piece to the next without missing anything.
I do love the Kandinsky and enjoyed seeing his…More »
14. Macy's
New York, NY 10001
(212) 695-4400
Category:
Department Stores
Neighbourhood: Midtown West
I love Macy's. Just leave me in here for a day and I would max out my Macy's card and the other credit cards in my wallet. There are just floors and floors of endless merchandise that it can get a bit overwhelming. Entering the first floor is like a…More »
15. Virgin America
Flying Virgin America has redefined my airline experience. The red carpet and dim fuchsia lighting are amongst the initial noticeable variations. My favorite part was the entertainment. There are individual screens and you can watch, listen, chat,…More »
16. La Maison du Macaron
New York, NY 10011
(212) 243-2757
Although it was called La Maison du Macaron, the macarons were not my favorite items. They were good though. They were visually beautiful on display and had cute little designs on them. I loved the pistachio. I tried the caramel fleur de sel and…More »
17. Serendipity 3
New York, NY 10022
(212) 838-3531
Categories:
American (New),
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Upper East Side
My prior trip only included the frozen hot chocolate, and this trip included food. I was here on a Friday and the sign said it opened at 11:30 am. There are about six parties including Fred Savage waiting. The staff lined us up along the sidewalk…More »
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9/22/2010
It was an over two hour wait to have a taste of the famous frozen hot chocolate. I was not the only… Read more »
18. Sigmund Pretzel Shop
New York, NY 10009
(646) 410-0333
Categories:
Bakeries,
Coffee & Tea,
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighbourhoods: East Village, Alphabet City
Sigmund's pretzels are smaller than what you may expect from the average pretzel but these have creative flavor combinations. My favorite was the gruyere paprika pretzel. You can't go wrong with cheese on a pretzel especially gruyere. The paprika…More »
19. Strand Bookstore
New York, NY 10003
(212) 473-1452
Category:
Bookstores
Neighbourhoods: Greenwich Village, Union Square, East Village
There is just so many books here that I wish I had more time. If a bookworm needs a home, then this is the place. This will make you forget about chain bookstores. There are so many books that it's obvious there is 18 miles of worth it. I don't need…More »
20. Shake Shack
New York, NY 10010
(212) 889-6600
Categories:
Burgers,
Food Stands
Neighbourhood: Flatiron
So my friend took me here and said it was like New York's version of In and Out. She mentioned how there were long lines and checking them online via Shake Cam. When I was there, the line wasn't bad and was just long enough to give me enough time to…More »
21. The LEGO Store
It's a great store for a Lego lover. Its relatively small. It's like an extended selection of the Lego aisle in a toy store. This location is unique is because of the Lego models, which includes Rockerfeller Center essentials like the skating rink…More »
22. Almond
This places deserves 3.5 stars. My friend and I entered the dimly lit restaurant. It was classy yet hip while songs in Portuguese were playing like the "Girl of Ipanema."
Our waiter mentioned the specials of day. The Canadian Disco Fries were so…More »
23. Eataly
This place is for people who aren't bothered by crowds and love Italian food. It is a cool concept with a cheesy amusement park feel. There are arrows pointing where each seciton is and a line to follow. There are wheels of cheese stacked up and meat…More »
24. NBC Experience Store
New York, NY 10112
(212) 664-3700
Categories:
Shopping,
Television Stations
Neighbourhood: Midtown West
It's a great place to go if you love such NBC shows like The Office, 30 Rock, SNL, etc. There is also memorabilia from past shows like Friends, Seinfeld, and Saved by the Bell. The clearance section includes items from cancelled shows like Heroes,…More »
25. Hershey's Times Square Store
New York, NY 10019
(212) 581-9100
Category:
Candy Stores
Neighbourhoods: Midtown West, Theater District
I went to the M&M's store before here. Big mistake. This was so tiny in comparison. Hershey's can do much better. Or maybe not. The Hershey's logo and sister candy logos aren't as versatile as the cute talking M&M's. You can only play with the word…More »
26. Macaron Cafe
New York, NY 10022
(212) 486-2470
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
French,
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: Midtown East
I wanted to loved this place because I love macarons. They were colorful and beautiful. However, the macaron flavors sounded much better than they tasted. Out of the dozen I ordered, the best ones were the pistachio and nutella. The pistachio flavor…More »
Recently updated lists from Rachel M.
Miss Steak (8)I love steak. I have tried several places. I used to love filet mignon, but now my go to order is rib eye (preferably wagyu). I enjoy steakhouses with great sides, appetizers, and service. Satisfying my steak craving is worth the splurge. Here's a list of steakhouses starting with my favorite, Mastro's, to my least favorite, Cut. |
I Enjoy Being A Girl (7)I'm very girly. These are the spots I love to get pampered and stay in shape. It also includes places for waxing and threading, but is all worth it in the end. |
Savings & Discounts (22)It's hard for me to resist a good deal. These are the places, venues, and/or events I've enjoyed and tried at discounted prices. This includes the daily emails from Groupon or Living Social. 30% a featured restaurant through BlackboardEats is worth it. I love going to shows or events while saving 50% when I purchase through Gold Star Events. Even if they weren't all five star experiences, it's better than paying full price. |
My Favorite LA Venues (10)Here's a list of great LA venues where I can watch a show or enjoy a concert. |
3rd St Stops (20)I love W 3rd Street. If you looking for brunch, books, or baked goods, there a stop to satisfy your cravings or to strike your curiosity. Some places are get very crowded especially on weekends. However, it a good street to walk down and check out the random stores. The only bad thing is that parking sucks. You are lucky if you find street parking or just have to valet it. |
Cooking & Baking Essentials (13)I love to cook and bake. These are the places where I love to buy everything I need and want for my kitchen. |
The Grove/Farmer's Market (25)When I go the The Grove, I always go to the Farmer's Market and vice versa. Here's a list of reviews of stores and restaurants both at The Grove and the Farmer's Market. |
Crazy for Croissants (6)I love croissants. When I lived in Paris, I had it almost every day for breakfast. Croissants are just worth the many calories. Here are some spots that have great flaky crossiants and wonderful flavor combinations. |
Sweet Tooth Cavities (18)These places make me like I'm in candy heaven or my chocolate fix. They are truly eye candy. My sweet tooth is the cause of my cavities, but I have no regrets enjoying such sweet delights. |
Craveable (33)These are foods I crave for. I long for these foods and are frequently accompanied with a puddle of drool. I will drive near and far to fulfill those cravings. |
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Yelping SinceAugust 2010
Things I Lovemy boyfriend, sweets, seafood, movies, tv, shopping, cooking, eating, traveling, Paris, art, concerts, surprises, the beach, sarcasm, Glee, bacon, tequila
Find Me Inwearing pink while eating some Paulette Macarons
When I'm Not Yelping...I'm thinking about chocolate.
Why You Should Read My ReviewsI love food. I cook it, I eat it, and enjoy it. That's all.
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadKathleen Flinn's "The Sharper Your Knife, the Less You Cry"
My Favourite MovieRoman Holiday
My Last Meal On EarthPaella de Marisco
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I started liking Twilight and Jersey Shore.
Most Recent DiscoveryI have germaphobic tendencies.
Current CrushThe Bazaar's Not Your Everyday Caprese