I am a real Brooklyn chick the OG born and raised. This store is cool because it has lots of…read morethings totally related to Brooklyn with creativity. It's can't be stuff in a positive way ranging from mugs T-shirts jewelry and other fun things.

This store Carrie's products made in Brooklyn made by small businesses that often don't have their…read moreown store front. Nice range of products and well curated. More along the lines of gist store items. Prices vary but there's a decent selection.

I was grossly overcharged for chocolates I did not purchase. Watch out for this scam. I did contact…read morecorporate office and have yet to hear back from them.

Love the chocolate and such kind people working there! Not as many options as the Chelsea Market…read morelocation but still plenty! Made a custom box that they put together!

This market is visually stunning, particularly with its Central Park backdrop and seating areas…read more However, the food selection felt narrow, as it consisted almost entirely of desserts and chocolates. But we really enjoyed the service from the Brazilian sandwich stall, as well as the hibachi stall for their shrimp dumplings for their value! On a positive note, the variety of alcoholic beverages was excellent throughout the market- the best of any market we visited in the city this year.

So glad we came here instead of the Bryan park one! Loved the local feel and the vendors there. I…read morespent a bit more than I expected, but I really like all of the things I got. They have all sorts of vendors - bags, jewelry, food. Don't miss out but also don't tell everyone either! Let's keep the crowds down!

Macarons! Baguettes! Crepes!…read more I have attended this street festival honoring Bastille Day here in NYC for many years now. The food is always terrific. The weather was sunny and beautiful out. The macarons were amazing as always. And, as always, the crowd was overbearing and annoying. Whoa! Talk about inconsiderate tourists who don't understand how to move aside or what personal space is! This street fair is always packed, and if you are the type that can't stand crowds this is not the place for you. You literally have to fight and push aside people to get from one food stand to the other. Too many people gawking at everything and taking pictures, blocking your way, but not buying anything. For the love of God, would people with kids in baby carriages please stop coming to these festivals? All they do is block up the pathways strolling along at a snails pace, or running into the back of your ankles with these over-sized rolling baby cribs. Take it onto the sidewalks already people. The rest of us would like to get by. Stop insisting on shoving your kids down our throats! Now that my rant is over, I can say I did enjoy the festival for the most part. Live music, waiter race contests, and yummy food. The crepes were awesome - I had a banana and nutella which I scarfed down instantly. Also had a steak sandwich from Bistro Chat Noir that for only $6 was a great deal, and along with a beet salad for $4 made for a nice lunch. Had the most amazing macarons from Macaron Cafe. There was a little bit of everything French here. Baquette stands, macarons, desserts and pastries, crepes, sandwiches, drinks, you name it. If you are willing to fight through the crowd and be patient you can sample some wonderful foods. Spent a few hours there and then bailed out. All in all, it is a decent festival to go to for a few hours on a nice day, sample some tasty treats, but not to spend that much more time there. Many more options on a weekend day in the city away from annoying touristy crowds.

So much fun. I forgot about this annual event. I just happened by on my way home. I'll make it a…read morepoint to go hungry next year. I never saw so much delicious food. Some stands gave free samples. You could eat your way from 5th Avenue to Lexington along 60th Street. Everyone was so nice. I saw the Fencing Group from my neighborhood. You had the balloons, food, and lots of lemonade stands. You can see by the amount of photos I took how extensive the offerings were. Something for everyone. And yes, there were plenty of fine French Pastries!! Crepes looked so delicious. To me the portion sizes were reasonably priced at most of the stands. Some high end names had stands with their usual offerings. They were overpriced as usual. I was really tempted on several occasions. I already had my carbs for the day. No food for me this year. A couple free samples filled me up. The only place I had trouble navigating the crowd was by the stage. Other than that area you could get around pretty easy. Later today it may be thick with people. If you go later good luck!! As for me, I'll be back next year to tie on the feed bag. I'm bringing lots of money and an appetite. :-)

City Hall Park Greenmarket is a memory for me now. I worked in the neighborhood when I worked for…read morethe city. On my lunch breaks I enjoyed sitting in the park and visiting the Greenmarket. I'm sorry I didn't take photos but take my word for it there's a great variety. Plus it's a great New Yorker lifestyle experience. If you are in the neighborhood on a weekday I recommend you take in the whole neighborhood while munching on a fresh picked apple!! Don't forget to photograph the fountain!

This is for the stands on Broadway on Tuesdays and Fridays in front of City Hall…read more Can't wait for the summer fruit: crispy tart Ginger Gold apples and white peaches. The apple stand closest to Chambers Street accepts credit cards. The guys who work there always give good advice on which apples are best for apple pie. I like to bake my own pies since I have mastered the art of the crust: lots of cold butter and don't manipulate the dough too much. I learned this in my cooking classes at Sur La Table. What I bake is much fresher than any pie sold at the farmers market. Also, the stand selling vegetables is good for zucchini in the summer.

My new favorite candy store in Brooklyn. I spent a recent afternoon in Bushwick and I happily…read morestumbled into Eugene J. Candy Co. It's more than an amazing store with an incredible selection of candy, It's charming, friendly and has a magical quality. Eugene is so friendly, ready to help with a smile and made me feel welcome. It was so hard to choose, I wanted everything. Eugene's has his very own candy creations (now my mouth is watering). "Freaks" are Eugene's version of Nerd's but so much better! He makes them in several flavors, and they are amazing! Who knew I would like chocolate covered cornflakes? I am a chocolate lover but I would never have thought of this combo. They are melt in your mouth while, being crispy at the same time. There is a large selection of gummies in so many varieties and flavors. I felt like I went back in time with many childhood candies that I haven't seen in years. I didn't know that candy waxed lips, fangs and mustaches still existed. I totally had to buy my dad Mary Jane's, such a classic candy. I most definitely will be back. Thank you Eugene!

The Freaks (Eugene's homemade version of Nerds) are a must try. The citrus flavors (grapefruit,…read moreorange, lemon, and lime) are flavored with essential oils and the grapefruit ones taste like a super packed version of my favorite grapefruit gummies. They're bigger and crunchier than the original Nerds, honestly better in every way. After my first trip, I was back within the week for more. For chocolate lovers, there are a plethora of chocolate covered candies and cereals. My go to are the matcha white chocolate covered Frosted Flakes.

Ordered online. More than a month later, no shipping notification. This was for a holiday, so, I…read morestarted asking 12 days after the order if it would come in time. After six email inquiries from me, plus two phone calls, I have received no replies, no phone messages; and my order simply says "Processing." Worst customer service I have ever experienced. It's like asking a black hole where your stuff went.

Our visit to the Guggenheim was lovely. Having grown up in NYC and avoiding the crowds like the…read moreplague, I finally returned as an adult to appreciate some of the art and culture. I purchased a black and white Guggenheim tote in the gift shop that saved my a$$ hauling goodies and thrift store finds all over BK for a week. Then, it started to get sort of scratched and faded looking, so I washed it- per the directions. The red lining bled so badly that it looks like a pink and grey bag. I've tried vinegar, dish detergent, oxyclean, shout colorfast sheets- to no avail. Do yourself a favor and save your $25. The rest of the items I purchased that day are lovely, this tote; not so much

Best cookies I ever had. And better costumer service. Was very accommodating for my daughter with…read moreceliac disease, Made gluten free, daughter had no reaction, and gluten free or not best cookies I ever had!

A friend brought cookies and the mini coconut and banana pies to my house for the holiday. I have…read morenever tasted anything so delicious!! The cookies were so good but the pies were so delicious. I cannot wait to bring them to my family's house! Love supporting small business owners .