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Saturday in Soho

If you've got a day to explore Soho, start with a fresh croissant from Maman, a little boutique browsing and an amazing Lobster Roll at Eds.

Michele Varian

Michele, a former fashion designer, is the Founder of Michele Varian - a boutique featuring self designed pillows, linens, jewelry, tableware and other home goods. What started as a home decorating project, snowballed into a business as demand for her pillows grew. When she's not busy working on retail projects she's enjoying the music of her husband's band, the Crash Test Dummies.

Maman

Rustic storefront showcasing classic French & American baked goods, plus soups, sandwiches & salads.

(212) 226-0700 website

239 Centre St, New York, NY 10013

Maman is a cafe and a bakery with a few different locations around the city. The Soho output has white brick walls and hanging plates. Their crossants are baked fresh on site, daily :)

There’s also a back patio that's great for a quiet coffee and a sweet treat.

Michele Varian

Boutique for designer of chic pillows & linens, plus jewelry, tableware & other home goods.

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(212) 343-0033 website

27 Howard St, New York, NY 10013

Michele Varian is a home and lifestyle shop in Soho, New York. The shop is an eclectic mix of interesting products that include Michele Varian designed pillows, wallpaper, lighting and furniture. The shop the creation of Michele Varian, a former fashion designer. She launched her decorative pillow line in 1999. What started as a home decorating project, snowballed into a business as demand for her pillows grew.

Ed's Lobster Bar

Seafood spot with a New England fish-house vibe featuring a raw bar, lobster rolls & fish plates.

(212) 343-3236 website

222 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10012

Ed's is a tiny and tasty local neighborhood spot serving up delicious Lobster Rolls, Fresh Oysters, Fish & Chips, Fried Oyster Sliders, and Tuna Tartar. The Lobster Roll is a popular dish. Plump Lobster chunks served on a buttery hot dog served with a simple side salad, pickles and extra crispy french fries.