Category Archives: food

This iconic spot has been all over social media and has a cult following, so when in Brooklyn, I knew I had to check it out. And DAMN, I was not disappointed. I was expecting a super long line and wait, but honestly it wasn’t that bad – partly because they keep their menu shortContinue reading “L’industrie”

A cute coffee shop when you are in need of a caffeine kick. Blank Street actually started in Brooklyn, NY and has become a brand recognized around the world with locations all over NY, London, Boston, and DC. How cool! Their focus is on creating a ritual of daily coffee and their model has allowedContinue reading “Blank Street Coffee”

Dumplings? Say less – I will always say yes. Dumplings are like one of my all time favorite foods and I could eat them every day for the rest of my life. They are just so good, comforting, and versatile. So when I found a spot in Brooklyn called Oh Dumpling, I obviously had toContinue reading “Oh Dumpling”

Sometimes ya just need a big ass sandwich and Panineria has ya covered. They specialize in Italian sandwiches made with the freshest, highest quality ingredients and everything artfully prepared. They offer several sandwiches from hot to cold to meat to vegetarian OR you can build your own masterpiece. Their food is simple, yet elevated forContinue reading “Panineria”

Another day, another perfect cup of coffee. White Noise is a small roastery and coffee shop in Brooklyn, NY with a carefully crafted coffee menu, breakfast, and plenty of space to hang out or get some work done. I stopped in to grab a morning cup of coffee before work and loved the simplicity ofContinue reading “White Noise”

NYC = BAGELS, right? If ya don’t live in NYC, it is common to hear that NYC has the best bagels in the world. Some say it is because of the water there that just makes the bagels so much better. Who knows what the reason is, but I definitely agree that bagels outside ofContinue reading “Black Seed”

You have probably heard of the viral “cronut” but you may not have heard of the baker this viral sensation. Dominique Ansel is a master in the baking world and is always elevating and creating unique items. Several years ago (in 2013), he created the cronut which is a cross between a croissant and donut.Continue reading “Dominique Ansel Bakery”

Oh Levain…a cookie icon in New York City. A cult following, a dozen recipes trying to replicate you at home, and a cookie legend. Obviously we had to try Levain while in NYC. Their menu is simple, only offering a few flavors. As soon as you walk into a store, you are greeted with theContinue reading “Levain”

Name an older institution in New York City…I don’t know if there is one. Serving up pastrami since 1888. While this wasn’t my first time in NYC, this was my first time at Katz. This trip to NYC was all about the food and trying those iconic New York City spots. Since we had aContinue reading “Kat’z Deli”

When you think of New York City it is hard not to think of pizza. And when you think of pizza, this place might come to mind – Joe’s Pizza established in 1975 by Joe (who by the way is straight from Naples). Their original establishment is located on Carmine St (which is also veryContinue reading “Joe’s Pizza”