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After visiting the AKC Museum of the Dog, my boyfriend and I went to Ippudo 5th Avenue for dinner. Our multi-course meal featured made-to-order teriyaki spare ribs, mocktails, and delicious ramen. Click to read my full restaurant review of Ippudo 5th Avenue, on the blog!
My first visit back to New York City after the pandemic, was to visit the AKC Museum of the Dog on Park Avenue. This museum is dedicated to the education and appreciate of the dog and the human/canine relationship. With two floors of artwork and interactive exhibits, dog lovers will enjoy spending a day at the AKC Museum of the Dog. Click to read more about my visit!
My last day of my birthday trip to New York City brought me to The American Museum of Natural History. After several hours of exploring I headed back towards Hell’s Kitchen to The Meatball Shop, a minimalist shop with a creative menu offering everything meatball!
My first time to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City. Plus, where to go on a weekday morning for breakfast? Check out the new restaurant review about a bagel shop in the Garment District — and where I spent my morning enjoying the delicious sandwich.
Ichiran Ramen is a Japanese restaurant chain tailored for solo-diners. Popular for its individual stalls and lack of human contact, Ichiran focuses on high-quality ramen and developing traditional flavors. Check out my review of the Midtown Manhattan Ichiran location.
I finally visit Taiyaki NYC in Chinatown — a popular ice cream shop, famous for its fish-shaped ice cream cones. I first found this on Instagram, as influencers and tourists shared their decorative fish-cones. Since I was already in Little Italy, I continued a few blocks down to Chinatown, home of Taiyaki NYC.
Since I was already visiting Alleva Dairy, I decided to pop into Ferrara Bakery and Cafe in Little Italy. I decided to rest my legs in their dining room and order coffee and dessert. Their fresh-made pastries made in house were spectacular. It’s no wonder they’re such a famous destination in Little Italy!
My second foodie-spot brought me to Little Italy. I popped into Alleva Dairy, the oldest cheese shop in the U.S. to see what I could try as a snack. I didn’t make the best choice to experience the authentic history of Alleva Dairy — but I am glad to share the photos and thoughts from visiting this Italian landmark.
A few days in New York City to celebrate my birthday brought me to the major attractions: A walk down the High Line, a stop in Chelsea Market, and a mid-morning ice cream cone from Milk Bar Chelsea. Read about the history of each location and what it was like visiting. Plus, see the famous treats I tried at Milk Bar Chelsea.
A trip to New York City brought our group to Real Kung Fu Little Steamed Buns Ramen. From appetizers like homemade dumplings — to ramen for midday lunch, read my first impression of Real Kung Fu and whether or not I would recommend going back.
The beautiful Friday weather of Memorial Day weekend inspired me to jump on a train to New York City. My destination of the MoMA had me detour for brunch at Le Pain Quotidien, where I had a delicious, organic treat!
