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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK(&END)

Amateur night at the Apollo Theatre in Harlem: Since I’m temporarily claiming a true Upper-West side (Harlem) identity… attendance at the Apollo was obligatory. And so much fun! We loved this brother-sister dance duo “Suga-Babiez”—who knew children could twerk so young, I was jealous… and have been attempting ever since.

Thursday I stopped by the market at Grand Central Station. I found that although New York streets are crowded, often smell gross, and are always a little frustrating… there is always something beautiful around the corner. Even if it’s just a really beautiful display of fruits and bread… or a $12 chocolate bar (who does that?)

Mexican at Dos Caminos (my fav!) and the choreography showcase at Julliard: Friday straight after work I met up with a group of friends at Dos Caminos on Third Avenue, a favorite among the Carlston clan. They make fresh guacamole at your table, whaaat.

Mango, pineapple, habenero guacamole

Chicken and sweet potato taquitos

We ran over to Julliard to make it in time for the show. Because walking at a normal speed is not an option when you’re in New York. We barely made it but I’m really glad we did, it was beautiful.

BRUNCH

I’ve been dying to go to Sarabeth’s for brunch ever since I arrived in New York and it did not disappoint (except for the moment when there was a spider in my hair and instantaneously all rules of etiquette went out the window)

Coconut waffles with fresh mango and mango chutney

Throughout the day we walked through a lot of markets. I dreamt about permanently living in this city, walking to the market every weekend for fresh flowers and produce, and people-watching.

We ALSO made our way over to West Village-- probably my favorite area thus far! The streets have so much character with older buildings covered in ivy, lush trees lining the streets, as well as charming (&somehow hip) restaurants all around.

Bleaker Street in West Village makes for the best window-shopping in town (I mean if you're into Burberry and stuff). 

We finished the day with noodles, China town, canolis, and Little Italy. 

See a theme here?

I love this candid shot of our photo-prep...

Getting the canoli ready for it's big debut ... pulling hair out for under the purse. Classic. 

AND HOW FUN DOES LITTLE ITALY LOOK IN THE BACKGROUND? 

 SUNDAY

Today's events: Church at Lincoln center, a French-inspired picnic (baguettes, cheese, and fruit), a walk around the Upper East side, Dylan’s candy bar, and relaxing in Madison Square Garden.