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This is the original hyped bakery. And it's very very good, and not nearly as sugar-shock inducing as places like Magnolia Bakery (which isn't to say it's not sweet, it's just less about the...
This is the original hyped bakery. And it's very very good, and not nearly as sugar-shock inducing as places like Magnolia Bakery (which isn't to say it's not sweet, it's just less about the overload factor). That said, avoid it and its crowds on weekends, and stop in to try its lovely cookies on a quiet weekday afternoon.
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Need a futon fast? Want a queen-sized piece of foam to add some more padding to your bed? Want to see just how much or how little you can spend on a mattress? This is the no muss no fuss solution...
Need a futon fast? Want a queen-sized piece of foam to add some more padding to your bed? Want to see just how much or how little you can spend on a mattress? This is the no muss no fuss solution to your needs, even if you don't know what they are yet. Try to do your research before you go or you'll be overwhelmed by choice.
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Say it aloud. Isn't that fun? Anyway, this place has great, funky shoes for both men and women at moderate prices. Occassionally they have incredible sales and it's worth keeping an eye out for...
Say it aloud. Isn't that fun? Anyway, this place has great, funky shoes for both men and women at moderate prices. Occassionally they have incredible sales and it's worth keeping an eye out for them in particular. This store is a long-time New York fixture and absolutely worth a visit. Even if you don't find anything you like you'll keep popping back in to see the stock rotate, knowing you will eventually find something.
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I love this bookshop which focuses on biography (although not exclusively). They have new and used books, and some real bargains. And if you're into the story of true lives, it's a great place to...
I love this bookshop which focuses on biography (although not exclusively). They have new and used books, and some real bargains. And if you're into the story of true lives, it's a great place to visit. A fun browse and occassionally a great discovery is here. I've found it to be a great place to visit when trying to find the right gift for a book lover.
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This is New York's one true (albeit expensive) western wear shop. it is also your source for Stetson hats. While Stetson's can be found at other retailers in the city, the best selection is here...
This is New York's one true (albeit expensive) western wear shop. it is also your source for Stetson hats. While Stetson's can be found at other retailers in the city, the best selection is here and they are happy to order a hat special for you if there's something you're looking for they don't have, or wear an unusual size.
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That New York City has two different stores to meet your need for formerly living decorations (big framed bugs, skeletons, etc), says a lot. If you need to give a unique gift to a unique person, or...
That New York City has two different stores to meet your need for formerly living decorations (big framed bugs, skeletons, etc), says a lot. If you need to give a unique gift to a unique person, or have a preference for formerly living creepy crawlies in jars, this place is for you. It's pretty cool actually, but obviously, isn't for everyone.
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Ann Taylor Loft is a good source of bland, stylish business clothes for women. However, as their target market is the over-30 set, smaller women may have a hard time finding clothing items that...
Ann Taylor Loft is a good source of bland, stylish business clothes for women. However, as their target market is the over-30 set, smaller women may have a hard time finding clothing items that fit. In most stores I am a size 4 or 6. Here I am a size 0, and even that doesn't always work. Very skinny girls may not want to waste their time.
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Another great alternative to Kim's Video can be found at Tla, which is nicer, neater and better organized, even as it functions on the same basic cinema-nut premise as Kim's. Also, their computer...
Another great alternative to Kim's Video can be found at Tla, which is nicer, neater and better organized, even as it functions on the same basic cinema-nut premise as Kim's. Also, their computer systems and membership records are from this decade, so checking movies out doesn't take a gazillion years.
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This is a lovely, high class toy store on the Upper East Side that's been there for decades now. My own memories of it revolve around going there to buy erasers, because when I was in fifth grade,...
This is a lovely, high class toy store on the Upper East Side that's been there for decades now. My own memories of it revolve around going there to buy erasers, because when I was in fifth grade, that was _the_ cool thing for kids to collect, and I'm certain they've kept up with the times. It you want to find a great, and classic, gift for a kid in your life, or show a child that shopping can and should be a refined experience, go here.
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Do you have an overwhelming need to buy someone a framed dead bug that's really expensive and whose natural markings make it look as if someone had written a novel on it? If so, you _must_ check...
Do you have an overwhelming need to buy someone a framed dead bug that's really expensive and whose natural markings make it look as if someone had written a novel on it? If so, you _must_ check out this store. And if not, you might not want to check it out at all. it takes a certain sensibility, the type that likes to chat with slimy things in jars, to appreciate this place in all its glory.
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