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Dominique Ansel Bakery

The cronut is all the rage with New York foodies. So naturally on our recent trip to New York we thought we’d try one. It turns out you have to arrive early, sometimes as early as 5:30 am, to wait in line at the shop which opens at 8 to get...

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Dylan’s Candy Bar

We recently spent a few days in New York. As my children always say, no trip to NY is complete without a trip to Dylan’s Candy Bar. It is hard to disagree. How can you beat a giant chocolate Easter Rabbit that greets you at the door and lollipop...

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The Fire Pit

There is nothing quite like a fire. It glows. It crackles. It provides warmth. Put it against the back drop of the great outdoors and you have something truly spectacular. While outdoor fireplaces are all the range currently, a fire pit is an equally suitable alternative with considerably less...

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