Category Archives: Bakeries

Catch It: Ole & Steen

Posted on August 29, 2019 by W.D. Moore

The mystery of love is like being in love with Cinnamon swirl at Ole & Steen. Yesterday, I stopped in their Bryant Park location and purchased a sumptuous Cinnamon swirl and coffee. I sat in a comfortable chair, looking onto … Continue reading →

Posted in Bakeries, Bryant Park, Cafes, Chocolate, Midtown | Tagged Bakery, Bryant Park, Cafe, Cinnamon Buns, Ole & Steen | Leave a comment

Catch It: Michel Cluizel a French-Style Café

Posted on April 23, 2019 by W.D. Moore

At daybreak this past Monday, I received a telephone call from my friend Liz in Stockholm, Sweden. She was with friends in her quaint home and mentioned her parents were visiting New York City in May. “Could you meet up … Continue reading →

Posted in Authentic French, Bakeries, Cafes, Chocolate Bar, Hot Chocolate, Madison Avenue | Tagged Authentic French, Cafe, Chocolatier, Madison Avenue | Leave a comment

Catch It: Hungarian Pastry Shop

Posted on June 30, 2018 by W.D. Moore

On Sundays after church service at The Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine, I usually saunter to the Hungarian Pastry Shop at 1030 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10025. The Hungarian Pastry Shop is a little gem of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Amsterdam Avenue, Bakeries, Cafes, Morningside Heights | Tagged Amsterdam Avenue, Hungarian Pastry Shop, Morningside Heights, Pastries | Leave a comment

Catch It: Eli’s Essentials

Posted on May 24, 2016 by W.D. Moore

Embracing the spirit of nature is simple for me. Like last Saturday, walking in the splendor of The Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) with my dear friend Marie. Later, we took a break to catch up at the American Wing … Continue reading →

Posted in Amagansett Egg & Cheese Sandwich, American Comfort Food, Bakeries, Bars, Cafes, Central Park, Lox & Bagel With Cream Cheese, Madison Avenue, Marketplace, Restaurants, Upper East Side, Wine Bar | Tagged Amagansett Egg & Cheese Sandwich, American Comfort Food, Central Park, Challah French Toast, Madison Avenue, Marketplace, Smoked Salmon Plate, Upper East Side, Wine Bar | Leave a comment

Catch It: Tribeca Treats

Posted on May 3, 2016 by W.D. Moore

Three Sundays ago, I pulled out my favorite recipe book: The French Chef Cookbook by Julia Child. I had decided to bake a cake for an event at my home. I turned to page 96: Cake for Company and read, … Continue reading →

Posted in Bakeries, Books, Brownies, Cakes & Cupcakes, Gift Shops, Lower Manhattan, Mother's Day, Tribeca | Tagged Bakery, Cakes & Cupcakes, Gifts, Lower Manhattan, Mother's Day, TriBeCa | 1 Comment

Catch It: Chef Farnabe at Petrossian

Posted on March 21, 2016 by W.D. Moore

What makes a distinct dining experience for me? It is the cuisine, the atmosphere and conversations with someone special. Usually, though, we don’t get to meet the people who work behind the scenes to create these unforgettable meals. Several weeks … Continue reading →

Posted in Authentic French, Bakeries, Caviar, Central Park, Easter, Restaurants, West 58th Street | Tagged Authentic French, Caviar, Chef Richard Farnabe, Easter Holiday, Midtown Restaurant, Petrossian, Restaurants | Leave a comment

Catch It: Gotham Scoop 2016

Posted on January 9, 2016 by W.D. Moore

For the start of the New Year, and years gone by, I relish the joy of walking throughout New York City and writing about my adventures in all things: Coffee, Cuisine and Conversations. Each experience is unexpected manna from heaven. … Continue reading →

Posted in Authentic French, Bakeries, Gotham Scoop 2016, Grilled Hanger Steak, Restaurants, Roasted Halibut, Tribeca, Wine Bar | Tagged Authentic French, Bakery, Grilled Hanger Steak, Roasted Halibut, The Village, TriBeCa, Wine Bar | Leave a comment

Catch It: Earth Café

Posted on November 5, 2015 by W.D. Moore

Last week, I strolled into the Earth Café. It is located at 2580 Broadway, New York 10025, on the north side of West 97th Street. The décor is simply charming: high ceiling, white brick wall, wooden ceiling fan, teal colored-chairs, … Continue reading →

Posted in American Comfort Food, Bakeries, Brownies, Cafes, Coconut Loaf, Earth Coffee, Savory Sandwiches, Upper West Side | Tagged American Comfort Food, Broadway, Cafe, Coconut Loaf, Earth Coffee, Upper West Side | Leave a comment

Catch It: Donna Bell’s Bake Shop

Posted on October 2, 2015 by W.D. Moore

Where is the fun in passing by a bakery, peering through the window, and just smiling at the creamy moist homemade Classic White Cake, Carrot Cake, Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cake, or chocolate cookies, cupcakes, and biscuits? While growing up in the … Continue reading →

Posted in American Comfort Food, Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Midtown, Savory Sandwiches, Southern Baked Goods | Tagged American Comfort Food, Cakes & Cupcakes, Hell's Kitchen, Southern Baked Goods, Sweet Tea, West 49th Street | Leave a comment

Catch It: Little Pie Company

Posted on March 3, 2015 by W.D. Moore

From the first bite of my Applesauce Carrot Cake, I said out loud that I would order another slice and not have dinner. My friend Julia and her daughter Anna giggled—and so did I. They were taking me out to … Continue reading →

Posted in Apple Pie, Bakeries, Cafes, Midtown | Tagged Cafe, Little Pie Company, Midtown West Manhattan, Old-fashioned cakes | Leave a comment