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The Best Chocolate Babka in NYC: 5 Delicious Classics

April 3, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

Chocolate babka is one of those New York City food staples that, like bagels and pizza, is the subject of much fanfare. Where to get the best chocolate babka in NYC, moreover, is a matter of fierce debate, with locals and foodie tourists alike clamoring to try all the best iterations of this niche New […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: bakeries, chocolate, dessert, nyc

The 5 Coolest Clean Beauty Stores in NYC

March 11, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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New York City’s clean beauty and natural skincare game– while this may at first pass seem to be a very “California” thing– is actually quite excellent. The Big Apple is the fashion capital of the world, after all, and what would a fashion capital be without a copious number of places to explore the world […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: american cities, beauty, environment, nyc, skincare, stressed out skin

6 Beautiful, Easy Upstate New York Day Trips From NYC

March 9, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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When you live in New York City, rugged nature can seem worlds away, far removed from the hustle of daily life. It’s easy to forget that so many great hikes and cultural institutions also reside just beyond the city limits, easily accessible by train (or, if you’re feeling fancy, a rental car). Below, we spotlight […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, nature, nyc, Relaxing getaway

The 9 Best Coffee Shops in NYC (Cool, Classic & Contemporary)

March 7, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

New York City’s coffee shop scene ranks among the best in the world– like Paris and Portland, this is a city where coffee is both currency and cachet; it’s a cultural experience as much as a functional, necessary part of life in the city that never sleeps.   For foodies, design lovers, and folks who just […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, coffee, New York City, nyc

Where To Get The Best Pizza in NYC (10 Famous Spots + What To Order Where)

March 2, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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In New York City it’s common knowledge that pizza, like bagels, is something of a religion. Where to find the best pizza in New York City, however, is a matter of fierce local debate. Most natives are quick to defend their favorite place to grab a slice, and whether their friends agree really depends on […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, New York City, nyc, restaurants

The 9 Coolest Flower + Plant Shops in NYC

February 12, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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New York City, like the rest of the world, has become enamored with plants, flowers, and greenery in general. Whether you’re a houseplant lover or just looking to buy a fresh bouquet, below are the best, coolest shops for buying plants and flowers in NYC– a city that has no shortage of eclectic options.   These […]

Filed Under: Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, nature, nyc

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