Since we pretty much saw half of the city on our first day in New York, we took the rest of the long weekend slow and steady.
Sunday morning, we woke up and headed to brunch in the Meatpacking District, one of NYC's "poshest" areas. We dined at the incredibly adorable Standard Grill, which sits at the base of The Standard Hotel. In addition the fact that I just about died and went to heaven with their french toast + berry bowl + freshly squeezed orange juice, I also fell in love with this cafe's adorable ambiance.
Next up, we stopped by the incredible Chelsea Market. We seriously need a hot spot like that in Atlanta... the colorful fruits & vegetables, the freshly baked bread, the Anthropologie... it was all amazing!
After our fill of amazing food all morning, we decided to take a stroll along the Highline, New York's newest park. The city basically took a set of raised (about 2-3 stories in the air) abandoned railroad tracks and turned the space into a walking trail and park. Genius!
We took the rest of Sunday to relax and prepare for my sweet friend Courtney's amazing Golden Globes party. She and her hubs Matt hosted us in their Upper West Side apartment with some amazing food, a little bubbly and a whole lot of red carpet fashion action.
The next day, we reserved tickets to see the World Trade Center memorial. It was truly amazing.
do you see the rainbow?!
yes, I know Sarah's hat is fabulous... I gave it to her for Christmas!
For those of you who might not have seen it before, the memorial consists of two waterfalls located in the base where each of the two World Trade Center buildings used to sit. Around each base is a list of names etched into stone. Such a powerful reminder of what we lost.
One thing I really liked is that while the memorial remembers the devastation that occurred, it also focuses greatly on rebuilding and regrowing. In fact, the new World Trade Center building is on its way up right now. Word has it that a new floor is being built every week. Incredible.
I feel really blessed to have spent time at this memorial. It was so moving!
The rest of the day, we shopped in SoHo. And yes, I did make it to C. Wonder! Such a cool store.
Sadly enough, the weather didn't permit us to make it over to Central Park as we had planned on Tuesday morning before our flight. Oh well, that just means we need to book another trip up soon!
PS. As I was editing these pictures in Picnik, I was reminded about how amazing all of your comments were on my no more Picnik post. THANK YOU, THANK YOU for all of your advice and tips! I am in the midst of checking out all of your suggested options and will report back with my findings : ) Thanks again, everyone!
I agree-Atlanta def needs a spot like Chelsea Market. I LOVED it! We went to the crepe place they had featured on last season's Food Network Star. Wasnt that great, but it was still a fun spot.
ReplyDeleteLoving these posts about NYC. I'm heading there next weekend for some girl time. Can't wait!
ReplyDeleteWow, the memorial looks like such an emotional spot...and I want to check out Chelsea Market! :)
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoyed yout trip! There's always so much to do and see in NY!
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a fun trip! Hubsy has promised me a trip to NYC in the future so now I know what spots to check out!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful. What a powerful place to be standing and reflect. Glad you had such a good time!
ReplyDeleteWow, that looks like a great little piece of new york - fun times!
ReplyDeleteOh girl - that hat IS fabulous! So are the boots and coats you're both wearing! NYC is so fun to visit. Looks like you had a great time!
ReplyDeleteSo much fun you had! LOVE that city!!
ReplyDeleteI want to check out C. Wonder next time I head back!
Is it as amazing as the pics show?!
Have a wonderful weekend, Michelle!!
Oh how I love New York! Looks like you had an amazing time!
ReplyDeleteSeeing your pics def. gets me excited about going there someday soon. NY has been top on my travel list for some time now. Such an intriguing city with so much culture and sights to see. Great captures!
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