In A New York Minute

It's been several months since I've been back in New York, and as usual I had a blast! One week here never seems like enough time. Here are some photos from my trip. (Above) A necessary stop on all my trips is Momofuku Milk Bar. They have the best sweet treats.

(Left) As usual, my first stop was my favorite place: Shake Shack! I just can't say enough good things about this burger joint. I opted to eat outside in the cold, because the park never has a line in the winter time. (Right) Kim and I playing in the snow while we were walking to lunch in the West Village. This was right before the blizzard came to town. My YOU'RE THE ONE boots got me through the snow, along with a handful of compliments!

I was lucky enough to see Passion Pit play at Madison Square Garden while I was in town. They put on a great show and you can never go wrong with a confetti encore!

I spent one afternoon having tea at The Plaza. What a special treat! Don't be fooled by the tiny portions, the finger sandwiches and scones fill you up quite fast. This is one of the most decadent meals I've had in awhile.

(Left) It might have been cold in New York but I couldn't resist putting a little color into my day with my STRIKE A CHORD heels. Let me tell you - these shoes are a show stopper! I had multiple people stop me on the street to ask me where I got my shoes and to compliment me. Including the boys! (Right) I spent the morning of my last day at the Steven Alan presentation. I always adore their collections, and this season was just like every other. I wanted everything! I can't wait for fall to return again, just so I can pick up these pieces for my closet.

Eating in New York

I just took a trip out to New York for work, and as usual I was ecstatic to return to my former residence and my favorite city. As previously mentioned, one of my favorite things to do is to go out and eat, so I had to share my go-to list* with all of you!

1. Shake Shack - I cannot rave enough about this place. Go to Madison Square Park for the full experience, but if you want to get straight to the food they've opened up a number of other locations around town where you won't have to wait an hour. Their burgers use fresh quality ingredients and is really the best tasting burger. (Yes, I think it's better than In N Out!) Make sure to get a concrete as well, it's a mix of their frozen custard and seasonal toppings. If I could eat here every day, I would!

2. Minetta Tavern - Make a reservation or get there early and sit at the bar. Order a Tom Collins and the Bone Marrow and you're off to a great start to your night! One of my favorite and tastiest restaurants around town!

3. Momofuku Milk Bar - Three words: Blueberry & Cream Cookie! You really can't go wrong with anything at the Milk Bar. I like Momofuku as much as the next person, but the Milk Bar is what I dream about back home in California. If anyone wants to mail me a box of Blueberry & Cream and Cornflake cookies, I'd be so grateful!

4. Baohaus - I just can't get enough of their baos! The Chairman Bao stays true to the Taiwanese classic, and the others are so playful and inventive, and most importantly delicious! I always make a point to stop by their shop when I'm in town.

5. Laudree - A little taste of Paris available in New York! You can't get a better tasting macaron out there. My only regret is not having time to make it up the to the Upper East Side during my last trip to get a box! Pistachio is my personal favorite flavor.

Where are your must eat places in New York?

*This isn't my best culinary eats list, but my frequent eats list.