“Operation Cookie” started in 2003 after one of the organizers of NYWCA saw a need to bring a little piece of New York to troops overseas.
The baked treats for this project were gathered from various drop off points in Manhattan and shipped out this past Monday
https://paigepapers.com/2011/12/09/nywca_donatesoperationcookie/
Local Legends: Celebrating Regional Cheeses & Wines presented by Artisanal and Greenmarket GrowNYC
Next week, Wednesday, December 14th from 6:30 – 8:30pm, Artisanal will show us all of the local food that most tend to overlook
Register now. Tickets are $75.00.
https://paigepapers.com/2011/12/08/artisanalcheeseevent_dec14/
Baked by Butterfield soon to open early 2012 on The
Upper East Side
New York’s first baked doughnut shop will be serving up Red Velvet, Whole Wheat Glaze and much more with coffee sourced from Irving Farm Coffee Company.
Baked by Butterfield is set to open at 1102 Lexington Ave near 77th St
https://paigepapers.com/2011/12/07/bakedbybutterfield_opening2012/
Zella Jones of the neighborhood expressed concerns to Community Board 2 about the late night drinking crowd that the location will attract if it’s opening from 8am – 2am. Although Mile End showed a signed petition of 140 signatures, the application was denied.
Mile End will be trying to get the license passed on the state level
Ronnybrook Farms and Edible Manhattan Presents “Cow-nival” at the Chelsea Market
People will be able to take pictures and pet the cows in the Chelsea Market space.
The event starts this Friday, December 9th and ends on Sunday, December 11th.
Steve’s Ice Cream in Bryant Park closed on Friday, December 2nd
Steve's Ice Cream. Photo taken from company's website
After opening this summer, Steve’s Ice Cream will be closing up shop with plans of opening a new location next summer in Brooklyn.
They even wrote a farewell (“for now”) letter
https://paigepapers.com/2011/12/05/stevesicecreambryantpark_closed/
Cupcakes Take The Cake 7th Year Anniversary Party at the Soho Gallery For Digital Art
The blog dedicated to everything and anything that is cupcake-related will be celebrating their 7th year anniversary.
Sponsors of the event include Robicelli’s, Suzie Cakez, Magnolia Bakery, Lux Sugar and more. Soho Gallery is located at 138 Sullivan Street. Get your tickets now.
https://paigepapers.com/2011/12/05/cupcakestakethecake_sohogallery/
Herb-N-Peach Sweetery now open in the Midtown area
Owners of Eatery in Soho opened this new bakery/cafe on Black Friday, November 25th.
Insider Note: Heidi Kohnhorst, who previously worked with David Burke, is the pastry chef.
Herb-N-Peach Seetery is located on 433 W 34th Street between 9th/10th Avenue. Check out their facebook page for the menu
Opening Update: DavidsTea also has a shop in the West Village
It looks like the Canadian tea company is serious about breaking ground in the New York City area with two tea shops that opened around the same time.
The Upper East Side location on 3rd Avenue (bet. 65th/66th St) was highlighted a few weeks ago
The West Village location is on 275 Bleecker Street at Jones Street
https://paigepapers.com/2011/12/01/davidsteawestvillagenowopen/
PRET A MANGER: A PREPARED FOOD ENTERPRISE
24 W 23rd Street, New York, NY 10010 (Flatiron) • 646.885.6330
Pret A Manger: Made Today; Gone Today
Their Success… A unique approach to being natural and fresh. The white space, clear glass and metal-like signage with a hint of red compliments the constant smell of freshly prepared soups, baguettes and sandwiches rolled out throughout the day. [Read more…]
https://paigepapers.com/2011/11/30/pretamangerretailspotlight/
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