The reason for our visit to NYC was to attend the opening of Andy's brother Steve's solo show at CRG Gallery. Steve's works on display were amazing, and we were all so very happy for him. I am proud to call him my brother in law, and he's just plain a really great guy, too! Here's Andy and his dad admiring some of Steve's work.
We went to Pommes Frites, Andy's favorite place to get fries when he was in college, and after hearing about this place for years, it definitely did not disappoint! It was a hard decision but we went with the dill lemon mayo, sweet chili, and cheddar cheese dipping sauces. I can't wait to go back and try more flavors!
No trip to NYC is complete without at least a little shopping. I had a great time at Muji, where I picked up some colored pencils and pens. We also stopped at CB2 to "try on" couches. Since there isn't a store in Cleveland, it was nice to actually sit on some of the couches we've been considering buying, and I think there's one we might go for! I also loved stopping by the showroom of Schoolhouse Electric. I have always enjoyed their vintage aesthetic and think some of their lighting would be perfect in our old house. We saw several lights that we'll keep in mind for future renovations.
And speaking of lights, I fell in love with some old-fashioned lighted signs, like on the Ace Hotel and inside the Chelsea Market.
And this holiday lighting display inside the Chelsea Market was breathtaking. So. Many. Lights.
Every night we were able to hang out with old friends, and it was really, really nice to see some of our favorite people. I enjoyed having a drink at The Breslin inside the Ace Hotel. The drinks were good, but the decor alone is worth the trip. Plus there's a photobooth in the hotel lobby -- you know we had to try it!
My favorite thing to do in NY, though, isn't the eating or drinking or shopping -- which are all fantastic -- it's just wandering. From the Flat Iron Building to the carousel at Bryant Park to the lions in front of the public library and the Empire State Building covered in a blanket of fog, there's something special around every corner.
I'm already looking forward to my next trip to New York City... and some more of those fries.
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