New York here we come!

May 21, 2013


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Well actually, we're already here! We headed to New York to attend the National Stationery Show! We're not showing but we wanted to check it out for possibly showing in 2014, and ordering for the shop. I'm pretty excited - I love paper goods. and from the looks of it, this is paper good's heaven. So many creatives out there. and I mean, it's definitely cool to just travel to New York. My cousin is actually graduating from Medical School and the dates totally lined up with NSS so I figured it was meant to be. My mom is going to see her graduate so it'll be a fun time with family too.
I've been to New York once, long ago. Actually about 10 years ago. Crazy! Nick has never been.. so my question is: What should we do in NY?! I know it's HUGE and there are probably endless things to do, but what is on your top list of places to see/eats? Any fun (paper/stationery) stores to check out? Any good flea markets in NY? :) I always appreciate your recommendations and suggestions! (the ones from Toronto were awesome!) Thanks friends! :)

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  1. I love New York. I have been there on business many times.

    I would head down to soho and go to "Pearl River Mart". It is like an Asian woolworths. Plus there are other great stores around there.

    My favorite all time restaurant is Angelo's on Mulberry street. YUM YUM

    For a quick bite, I love pret a manger. They are all over the city.

    I also love bryant park

    Have fun!

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  2. I love these pictures! I'm going to New York in September, can't wait!! :D Great post!

    X Valérie
    scribblesofvalerie.com

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  3. SO many things to do in NYC!
    The brooklyn flea is great and there is so much yummy food. It only happens on sat and sun.
    Go to the high line and then grab a drink at the standard hotel in the beer garden.
    Sleep No More is super fun, interesting and like nothing you've done before.
    Walk along bleecker st between 8th ave and 6th ave. lots of nice shops and the street is super cute.
    Obviously the museums are always a great afternoon.

    xo Quinn

    Quinn Cooper Style

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  4. So fun, New York is on my list. i went as a teen but I don't remember much. What time of year is best in New York?
    Jana @ 333 Days of Hand Lettering

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  5. You have to go to the statue of liberty :) and serendipity is a fun place to eat. Just enjoy walking around one of my favorite cities! ;)

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  6. I second the recommendation to go walk the Highline. It's beautiful and you'll find it only in NYC. Go get cereal ice cream at the Momofuku Milk Bar and get dinner at The Meatball shop! There's seriously too much to do there, I've spent a lifetime and I still haven't scratched the surface.

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  7. You could hit Kate's Paperie! It's fancy-pants from what I remember but it's been a while.

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  8. Ah, so many delights. I would recommend a visit to the Ink Pad for all things rubber stamp (37 7th Ave at 13th St). I also highly recommend The Strand for book wandering new and used (corner of 12th St and Broadway). And Kate's Paperie in SoHo (435 Broome St) is quite wonderful and there is a wonderful Paper Source nearby ( 83 Spring St). and there is always another gem jsut around the corner! enjoy

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  9. Have an amazing time there!

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  10. you have to have have to get chicken and rice from the halal cart on 53rd & 6th! it's so amazing, and don't be shy w/ the white sauce...i have seriously have dreams about it. i would say to get one (each) and grab an extra to go, you'll probably wake up the next day wanting more. enjoy!:)

    http://www.yelp.com/biz/53rd-and-6th-halal-cart-new-york

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  11. Eat at Buvette in Greenwich village. I just went in March and that was by far my favorite little breakfast nook. It won't disappoint. Enjoy!!!

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  12. Yay, so fun!
    I wanted to attend this year as well because I do plan on showing my stationery there next year but it didn't work out. Bummed but still plan to be there next year, hopefully I'll see you there! :)

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  14. The top photo made me gasp when it appeared on my blog feed, it is so beautiful!

    My top suggestion for NYC is the highline, I loved it so much I went twice! It is such an ingenious idea to develop an urban park on a disused railway, and it has been executed beautifully!

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  15. I always hit The Ink Pad as well as The Strand. Every trip! Around the corner from the ink pad is Murray's Bagels and they are awesomely yummy. Lots of people getting bagels all day! Lol!!!
    One place that everyone talks about but I've never been is Tinsel Trading Co.
    I would really recommend MOMA if you have the time. I went for the first time in January and I am still thinking about it.
    Sibella Court wrote a wonderful guide to NYC full of her stores, flea markets, etc... Anthroplogie carries it if you haven't seen it.
    Have a great trip! I'm going next month and can't wait.

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  16. I really need to make my way back to New York! I miss it so much. xx. McKenna Lou
    www.lynnandlou.com

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  17. Walking the Brooklyn Bridge at sun down... walk with your back to Manhattan and then when the sun finally sets turn back around, the view is breath taking. Then if you want to fully cross go for Pizza at Grimaldi's in Brooklyn.

    Also if you will be here over the weekend try out the brooklyn flea http://www.brooklynflea.com/

    Chelsea Market is another fun spot to check out and stop by Shake Shack in Madison Square Park!

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  18. Great suggestions above. The highline is amazing and you would love the Brooklyn Flea. There's also Artists and Fleas (www.artistsandfleas.com,) which is an indoor market that basically goes every day of the week. All the great (affordable) thrift shops are in Brooklyn, so spend some time there if you're able. Williamsburg is a lot of fun.

    Great Food:
    The Burger Joint (Near South Central Park)
    Ruby's (On Mulberry in SoHo)
    Malatesta Tratorria (Italian in the West Village)
    Abraco Coffee (BEST coffee in the City!)
    Lady M (Best dessert in the city! One by Bryant park and the other is on the upper east side.)

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  19. go to williamsburg for weekend art flea market, toby estate's coffee for coffee and there are a lot of good restaurants there as well!

    for must go stationary store, you can check out Paper Presentation which is on 19th st and between 5th and 6th ave in the city. and Kate's Paperie and Paper Source in SoHo is a must go as well!

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  20. Have fun! I'm jealous. I love New York. I need to plan my yearly visit.

    xoxo,

    Jules of Canines & Couture
    www.caninesandcouture.com

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  21. Welcome to the City! No specific suggestions to add, but as you no doubt know already, exploring and taking in the scenery is glorious.

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  22. I just went a month ago and this is my blog post about what I did/ate. Short list: Chelsea Market, The Highline, Smorgasbug

    http://www.blog.laura-mullen.com/2013/04/nyc-trip-2013.html

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  24. Lee's Art Shop on 57th street (bet broadway and 7th ave) has gorgeous paper goods, and it is a fun shop see!
    I second the food cart @ 53rd and 6th avenue, there's a Magnolia Bakery nearby, but service on that branch is awful, I like the service @ the Bloomingdale's one much better. I always like to go to Rockfeller Center and do the "Top of the Rock", I think it is THE best unobstructed view from the city, Central Park is so beautiful from up there, and I like better to do this one than the Empire State, because on this one you actually get the Empire State Building on your pics ;) You can do all this on the same day: Lee's art shop, food cart @ 53rd, Rockfeller center, Magnolia Bakery, and there's also a huge Anthropologie @ Rockfeller center.
    Cross the Brooklyn Bridge walking, it is so beautiful, on the Brooklyn Promenade, please have Peaches and Cream ice cream @ Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory and enjoy the views! The best cookies on earth @ Levain Bakery on the Upper West Side, 74th street. There's so much to see and do! It all depends on how much time you have, and where are you staying. I have tips for many cafes and cute hidden spots too, let me know if you will have time! Have a great time!

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  25. Lee's Art Shop on 57th street (bet broadway and 7th ave) has gorgeous paper goods, and it is a fun shop see!
    I second the food cart @ 53rd and 6th avenue, there's a Magnolia Bakery nearby, but service on that branch is awful, I like the service @ the Bloomingdale's one much better. I always like to go to Rockfeller Center and do the "Top of the Rock", I think it is THE best unobstructed view from the city, Central Park is so beautiful from up there, and I like better to do this one than the Empire State, because on this one you actually get the Empire State Building on your pics ;) You can do all this on the same day: Lee's art shop, food cart @ 53rd, Rockfeller center, Magnolia Bakery, and there's also a huge Anthropologie @ Rockfeller center.
    Cross the Brooklyn Bridge walking, it is so beautiful, on the Brooklyn Promenade, please have Peaches and Cream ice cream @ Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory and enjoy the views! The best cookies on earth @ Levain Bakery on the Upper West Side, 74th street. There's so much to see and do! It all depends on how much time you have, and where are you staying. I have tips for many cafes and cute hidden spots too, let me know if you will have time! Have a great time!

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  26. please eat some chicken and rice http://53rdand6th.com! and some shake shack wouldn't hurt either ^_^ http://www.shakeshack.com

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  27. Fave shops: Kate's Paperie, Pearl River Mart, the Prada store (like I can buy anything there, it's just that the shop itself is cool)

    Fave eats: The Meatball Shop, Shake Shack, Pies & Thighs (fried chicken in Brooklyn), Zabar's grocery/deli

    Super jealous of your trip, but visiting in July!

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  28. Definitely visit the 86th floor of the Empire State Building! Totally awesome!

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  29. Avoid tourist places! Times Square, etc. etc. Washington Square Park is lovely, and if it's nice out, tons of folks in the fountain. And there's a hole-in-the-wall pizzeria in the Village -- Artichoke. Couple other locations too =) have a blast, kids. Glad to have you back <3

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  30. Ooh I'm jealous! I've never been but have always wanted to go to NYC. Have fun!

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  31. I'm sorry to have only seen this post just now, but a suggestion for next time --

    My favorite stationery boutique in NYC is Greenwich Letterpress. I think you'd love it. Might be neat to check out since your shops have similar vibes, too.

    I just moved *from* NYC to LA, so when you're headed out there again I'll have plenty of other suggestions! Glad you had a great trip.

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