New York

On a lark, I went to New York to visit my friends and accompany my partner attending a meeting. My United itinerary was a quick overnight.

Stayed at the Residence Inn Midtown East on points for this stay. Given the quick turnaround, the hotel was in the right location and offered comfortable amenities. It was such a quick trip, I didn't even take any pictures!

Eat

After landing, went out to New Jersey to hang out for the day. For lunch, I tried the local hot dog place, Jimmy Buffs in Orange, New Jersey. The dogs are large which I split with my friend as well as the potatoes.

For dinner, went to Egan & Sons for Moules & Frites and Sticky Toffee Pudding. It was a good dinner and the patio was nice.

While in New York, I hit a few bakeries and eateries in my food tour:

Ess-A-Bagel - In looking at other bagel shops in Manhattan, I wanted to see if it was worth trying other places besides David's. So on this trip, I bought a dozen to bring home. Overall, I would say that the wait is not worth the time but if it takes me as long to get to David's than waiting in line, it is OK. Still cheaper and slightly better at David's but Ess-A-Bagel has the convenience and locations.

Mah-Ze-Dahr - I ended up in food hall near to the Residence Inn and ended with some cookies from this bakery. I think it is a smaller location so the bakery items were limited. Overall, not memorable although widely promoted within social media.

Sprinkles - I was in town the same time as a perk and went by to redeem. Since the time was expiring, I went to the NYC location. The location was surprisingly large.


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