lower-east-side

il laboratorio del gelato

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 02:17:30 +0100

If you cannot find a gelato you like at il laboratorio del gelato then you should just go home. I stopped counting the flavors after I reached 15. It is kind of overwhelming with the variety of flavors and not being able to actually see them all. There are plenty of eager gelato lovers standing in front of the case. Be patient! Some flavors you may have never heard of before, ask for a sample. Sweet Potato is ummm, well, really good. You shouldn't pass on a sample of cinnamon. Skip the cream cheese. If you have never had gelato, make sure you do not over indulge. Gelato is slightly more creamy than ice cream and therefore, it could have a heavier taste.
http://bit.ly/illaboratorio

La Crepe C'est Si Bon

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 11:28:06 +0100

This creperie is perhaps the most unique in the city. It's clean, bright and cozy inside. La Crepe C'est Si Bon displays your ingredients so you can actually see how fresh they are before they're eaten. It is nice to see what you are getting. The crepes are delicately created on one plate and never too crispy or too thick. Plenty of options greet you are La Crepe C'est Si Bon. If you are in the mood for a savory crepe or a sweet crepe your needs will be met here.
http://bit.ly/ifHL2z

Panade

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 11:21:55 +0100

Panade is a tiny Puffs and Pastry Bakery, where they serve the highly underrated cream puff. Be alert because there is no sign that hangs overhead, only some serious puff people on the window. The puffs themselves are a perfect size and inexpensive. At any given time there are six or more flavors to choose from; Banana, Vanilla, Green Tea, Chocolate, Espresso and Chocolate Banana. What sets them apart from the rest in the city is the freshness and the cream. Panade actually cuts the puff down the center and fills it by hand with fresh cream. If you crave banana they will actually slice fresh banana and add it to your filling, it doesn't get any fresher than this folks.
http://bit.ly/b0CaJV

Stuffed Artisan Cannolis

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 11:50:46 +0100

Have you ever said to yourself, "self, I want a cannoli, but they are so big." Wait no more, Stuffed Artisan Cannolis on the LES has solved your problems. Their cannoli's are small, a three bite maximum which means there is no need to worry if you will finish. The only thing you need to worry about is if you will eat three more. Where else can you get an Apple Pie or Pumpkin Pie cannoli... where I ask? The shell is crunchy, the way it should be and the filling tastes like it should YUMMY!
http://bit.ly/c7xdj9

Meatball Shop

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 10:07:28 +0100

The name Meatball Shop could throw you off a little. It is true they do make incredible meatballs, but they also have perfected certain ice cream flavors and the peanut butter cookie. They have a mint ice cream that has actual pieces of mint blended in. If you are a fan of mint ice cream you will love this mint ice cream. Their ice cream is made in house and flavors do change. They have a nice assortment of cookies and one that should be crowned The Peanut Butter Cookie of the year. It is flatter than most cookies, but rich and full of peanut butter goodness. It tastes like a circle of frozen peanut butter with a little flour to hold shape. Mmmmm mmm mmmm

http://bit.ly/dBIYWw

Roasting Plant Coffee

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 20:57:02 +0100

Why limit yourself to just coffee when you are in a coffee shop? The Roasting Plant on the LES doesn't think you should. In fact they have some really good homemade cookies and a brownie that cake brownie and fudgy brownie lovers will both love. Plus, the brownie is so large that you can save it for later in the day.

http://bit.ly/at8Cqb

Schiller's Liquor Bar

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 01:02:05 +0100

Three words, Sticky Toffee Pudding. Ever have it? Schiller's serves a perfect sized portion. It is not like American pudding, it is a soft sponge cake covered with a delicious sweet (not overly) toffee sauce. If you are lucky you will get more than a few pieces of toffee that has hardened to a crisp. Why share?
http://bit.ly/9NOvwg

Babycakes NYC

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 02:14:44 +0100

Calling all Celiacs and Vegans! They specialize in gluten free, dairy free, egg free and soy free delicious sweets. It is true, healthy sweets taste much better than chalk. You must try their Wonder Bun, it's a Cinnamon Bun that tastes like real cinnamon.
http://bit.ly/9GxvBC

Doughnut Plant

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 01:17:49 +0100

Sorry to say this, but summer is not the same without fresh peaches. What could be better than peaches on a doughnut? Umm nothing. Doughnut Plant on the LES understands this, they know your needs. They have yeast doughnuts and cake doughnuts. The flavors change daily, with the exception of chocolate and creme brulee. WHAT? Yes, a creme brulee doughnut and it is quite popular with the ladies.

http://bit.ly/doMbAk

Roni-Sue's Chocolates

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 11:33:25 +0100

Tucked away inside the Essex Street Market (now open 7 days a week) on the LES is Roni-Sue's Chocolates. She makes a fudgy brownie that is so good you'd slap your mother if she tried to take it from you. Her delicious and extremely reasonably priced chocolates are guaranteed to make anyone happy; except those that don't or cannot eat chocolate. Don't worry there are homemade lollipops and popcorn too. The ladies are more than happy to help you with your selection. Enjoy!

http://bit.ly/aUdinH