First day of freedom

I have so much time now that school is out! How exciting. On this relaxing day (which was a few weeks ago, I am so behind in this blog oops!) I started out by doing some yoga at Yoga to the People with Sam (I finally got my own yoga mat!). It was such a good workout, so intense, yet relaxing at the same time. Next, on my stroll to meet up with a friend for lunch, I browsed through the $1 books at Strand Bookstore. I continued to my new favorite spot for lunch, Bowery Bar and Grill, aka B Bar. I've passed this place a lot and have wanted to go for awhile because it's gorgeous inside, so I am glad I finally went! I actually happened to go there 2 more times that same week. I love finding places that have gardens in the city, and this one was beautiful. What a great spring day in the city!

Cinco De Mayo at a pub?

So, I really wanted to go to an authentic Mexican restaurant with salsa dancing for cinco de mayo, but instead I went to Josie Wood's Pub and Restaurant...not exactly Mexican. But because I was with some amazing classmates, it made up for it. This pub is right on NYU campus, and has become a favorite...all the teachers came here to celebrate being DONE with our junior education classes, and of course, to celebrate cinco de mayo.

I like this place because it's not your typical "nyc bar", it's something you would find in a more suburban area, very down to earth, which I love. My favorite part about this place....playing pool (those are my opponents in the picture)

Delicioso Cuban Restaurant

Cabana Nuevo Latina
Danielle, her husband Sam, and I went here to celebrate her 21st birthday. The food was amazing, and so was the view. It's on the 3rd floor at Pier 17 at the South Street Seaport.
The picture is the view from our table...breathtaking!

Sincerely, John Steinbeck

"It is an ugly city, a dirty city. Its climate is a scandal. Its politics are used to frighten children. Its traffic is madness. Its competition is murderous. But there is one thing about it-once you have lived in New York and it has become your home, no other place is good enough"

Hi God

Their is something about the sky in the city that is absolutely magnificent. I came to the conclusion it is because of the lack of nature all around me, so when I look up, I am just amazed at its beauty!
When I am in dire need of some nature, I look up as I walk, take a deep breath as I stare into the sky, smile, and say hi to God. I love those moments, until I bump into someone…

coffee coffee coffee!

Since moving to the city, I rarely go to Starbucks anymore, their are a lot more tastier and hip coffee shops to go to!
Here are my top coffee spots...

Think Coffee- this is where I spent my mornings last semester after an 8am class, waiting for my next class to begin. My favorite- large coffee in their huge white mugs...nothing like drinking coffee from a mug! Great music, lots of seating, chill environment (check out the picture), good for reading. They also have great tea...but I'll save tea for another blog.

Oren's Daily Roast- I buy my coffee beans here, they grind them for you, and are delicious! My top pic- Oren's Special Blend which is sweet, full-bodied & smooth, with a little dark roast flavor.

Mud- I don't particularly like their coffee, but the atmosphere is the coolest...I could spend the day here. They also have really tasty salads and sandwiches, a perfect spot for a quick lunch (you have to sit all the way in the back to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere).
check it out! http://www.themudtruck.com/spots.html

The Grey Dog's Coffee- on university place, has good coffee and serves it in big mugs- my favorite...but their is never anywhere to sit.

Bagel Express on 25th and 3rd- a typical bagel shop, with amazing iced hazelnut coffee! Just down the street from me, so it's perfect for a quick fix on a hot day.

Dunkin Donuts: gross! Their are about 3 within 2 min walking radius from my apartment, but I've only been to one of them, and threw the coffee out because it was so gross. I don't consider myself a coffee snob, but D&D has by far the worst coffee!

Fruit stands

I love those fruit stands that are all over the city. Apples are my favorite so when I have the craving for one, I can always fill it…for just 75 cents! There’s nothing like a “fresh and clean” piece of fruit from the fruit guy on the street…(where do they get that fruit from anyway?)

I just did a search to find out where they get the fruit from...no idea! But I haven't got sick from it yet, so I say, enjoy this tasty convenience of living here!