Cronuts and Couture in SoHo

Dominique Ansel is the pastry chef and namesake behind this insanely popular cafe and bakery. There continues to be a ton of hype around this shop. Unlike with most overhyped spots this one delivers. Some of the most inventive and delicious sweets I’ve come across have been produced in this kitchen, including the Cronut. His half donut half croissant concoction is just layer after layer of sweet crunchy dough filled with the most delicious ganaches and jams (there is a new flavor every month). Get in line early, and if you can, go on a Weekday! There have been a ton of copycats but this is the original and this Soho shop is where it all began.

First stop on your shopping tour of Soho is "‘What Goes Around’. Vintage is always in and this shop is one of the best at bringing together exquisite vintage designer goods. The shop has been in business and in Soho since the 90s and is a staple frequented by tastemakers and celebs from all over the world.

Céline is one of those luxury brands that is virtually unaccessible online. Without an e-commerce site and let’s be honest even a working website, it’s a brand you have to experience in person and there are only a handful of boutiques around the country. The French label is minimalist and trendy and there store is exactly that.

Veda is a young brand from Lyndsey Butler made famous for it’s leather motto jackets. The store was designed with the help of designer Michelle Zacks and is a long and narrow space that still captures the chill vibe of the brand. The ceiling is a unique focal point, lined with Persian rugs all sourced through ABC and through the Brooklyn Flea Market.

American Two Shot is lifestyle boutique founded over five years ago. They sell a collection of unique designer items and accessories. The owners started the shop to serve as a creative space for their friends to hang out as well as being a store. In addition to clothes, knickknacks and cards the shop also has coffee bar / cafe and a photo booth.

Balthazar is a Soho staple. It’s been opened since the late 90’s and is a classic spot for delicious French brassier fare. Think Steak and Moules Frites for dinner and eggs florentine as well as ham and gruyere for brunch. In addition to the classic vibe there is the occasional celebrity citing to complete your perfect Soho outing.

They also have a wide selection of dessert wines, coffees, and desserts that will satisfy your sweet tooth for sure. If you’re a chocolate lover then you can’t go wrong with the warm chocolate cake that’s served with homemade white chocolate ice cream that melts perfectly over the top. More of a fruity dessert lover? Then the apple tart Tatin or strawberry shortcake would be right up your alley. All the desserts are a little more expensive at $14 but well worth it. Pair them with a nice cappuccino with cinnamon and you will enter your food coma for sure!