Nutella Bar in NYC

Unlike many of my friends, I was introduced to Nutella very late in life, about two years ago. I would see it in grocery stores, but I always assumed it was some form of peanut butter, which I've never really cared for either. I've always loved Ferrero Rocher's, but I didn't know that hazelnut was a factor in that chocolate at all. I thought that flavour was unique to only Ferrero Rochers, like a real dummy. Anyway, eventually I figured out that it was the hazelnut that made it good and sought out all things hazelnut. Like gelato. If you've never said yes to a hazelnut gelato, I don't know what you're doing with your life.

Anyway, with cheese bars and biscuit huts in existence in this city, it makes sense that a place like this should exist as well. It opens in Eataly (200 Fifth Avenue) this Monday and I'll assume you can expect long lines. You can read their menu online here. 

REMINDER: Don't forget that tickets for the Seinfeld Cyclones game at Coney Island go on sale tomorrow at 10am. You can purchase tickets over here. 

Five New Soft-Serve Flavors at Momofuku Milk Bar

Today is May 1, which means that Pastry Chef Christina Tosi (of Momofuku fame) rolled out new menus at all Momofuku Milk Bar locations. In addition to the return of new cake truffles (which are birthday cake, german chocolate jimbo cake and strawberry lemon cake), there happen to be five new soft-serve flavours.

In the East Village, it's cranberry limeade; yuzu citrus verbena is in the machines at the Chambers Hotel in midtown; the Carroll Gardens location has got Mandarin-orange creamsicle ice cream; the Upper West Side has a riff on fruit cocktail with peaches, pears, grapes, cherry, and more. Finally, the Williamsburg Milk Bar has huckleberry cheesecake, made with fruit compote and graham-cracker crumbs, which is the only one of the lot that can be served as a swirl. All flavors are available now through July 31.

If you don't find this news worthy information, I'm sorry that you had a rough childhood.

Brooklyn Cyclones Hosting A Seinfeld Night on July 5th

Why is this happening? 'Cause dreams do come true. I've been wanting to go to a Cyclones game for years, so this couldn't be a more perfect one to go to. 

"On July 5, 1989, Seinfeld aired on NBC for the first time and 25 years later, the Cyclones will celebrate the show that has left an indelible mark on popular culture. The first 2,500 fans in attendance will receive a Keith Hernandez "Magic Loogie" Bobblehead.  In addition, there will be non-stop Seinfeld themed entertainment from beginning to end. Yada yada yada... you'll have an awesome night." brooklyncyclones.com

What kinds of things?

• MCU Park will be known as Vandelay Industries Park for one night only
• Mailmen in uniform get to throw out a ceremonial first pitch
• Anyone who has a business card indicating that they are in fact a "Latex Salesman" will also receive a free ticket to the game.  If we call the number and it's some apartment on the Upper East Side, you won't qualify for the freebie. 
• Fans can visit the information table for an "airing of grievances"
• Closest to the pin / whale's blow hole competition
• The foul poles will be known as Festivus Poles
• "Low-Talking" PA Announcer
• Elaine Dancing Contest
• Everyone Runs the Bases Post-game (but anyone named Jerry gets a head start)
• Game of "Risk" on the Concourse
• Cereal eating contests
• Anyone named George Costanza will be allowed to join our radio broadcast as a color analyst for an inning
• Players in puffy shirts for batting practice

You probably should get your tickets early, as this night is surely to be one of the most popular of the 2014 season. Single game tickets will go on sale Saturday, May 10th at 10AM.  But if you follow the Cyclones on Facebook or Twitter, you will get access to a special pre-sale before the general public.  For more information please call 718-37-BKLYN.

Honestly, the "Low-Talking PA Announcer" is maybe the best idea in the world. SO EXCITED FOR THIS.

The Nutella French Doughnut at Ground Central in NYC

What do you think I'm going to tell you - this tastes horrible?! Get the hell out of here. You should know the drill by now. GO EAT THIS DOUGHNUT! Fuck that Cronut line, this is better.

They're available at Ground Central (155 East 52nd Street). They usually sell out at some point during the day, but if you're there before 3pm, you should be all right. Trust me, I know my donuts.

Mets Tickets $3.50 for 50th Anniversary of Shea Stadium

When: The games on Friday April 18th (7:10pm), Saturday April 19th (7:10pm) and Sunday April 20th (1:10pm).

The Mets host the Braves this weekend at Citi Field and in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Shea Stadium, the prices are what they were in 1964. For $3.50 get a ticket in the Promenade Outfield and for $19.64 sit in a baseline box seat.

With service charges and all, the $3.50 tickets are actually $10.25 for one ticket and the $19.64 tickets are actually $28.14 for one ticket (which is still pretty amazing). You can reserve tickets here.

Juliana's

As you know, I've already been to Grimaldi's. How did Juliana's (which is located right next door) compare? Well, bubs - it was EONS better and easily one of the best pizza places in New York. 

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Small Margherita Pizza with Pepperoni (what we ate)

Why's it so good?

• The pepperoni is tiny and thick cut (ie. GOOD pepperoni)
• Service was great and fast as hell
• Wait time wasn't ludicrous

If you don't know the story behind Juliana's and Grimaldi's, well, it's a long one. But this article sums it up pretty well. And I don't care what the tourist guidebooks tell you, this place is ridiculously better than Grimaldi's next door. Go. Eat. 

Necessary Clothing in NYC

Before I begin, let me give you a brief rundown on the history of my clothing store opinions (with specific reasoning in brackets):

Stores I Have Outgrown

• H&M (The quality has become so shitty over the years. Remember when they started out and we were all so excited at how good it was? Everything was so much better then!)
• The Gap (Absolutely all of their pants fit weird. And the presence of pastel blazers? RAMPANT.)
• Forever 21 (I no longer wish to forever be 21.)

Stores I Should Like, But Can't Get On Board With

• Top Shop (Too expensive and also, nothing seems wearable.)
• Zara (Too bland and reminds me of a store that hip grandmas should really be into.)
• Aritzia (Are you kidding with how expensive your dresses are? Man. I get it, it's soft. Softness ain't worth $100+. You used to be decent with your prices, what the hell happened?)

Anyway, if you're a woman who's in New York between the ages of 13 and dead - you should stop by this clothing store, Necessary Clothing. If you have ANY of the same opinions as I do (see above) on any of those stores, then this place might just be what you're looking for. It's crazy affordable, with some especially cheaper items, but alongside some pricier, nicer-quality pieces, too. 

There are literally three locations all within two blocks of one another in Soho. Why is this? No idea, man. It's weird. But women seem to love this store, and with good reason. I've been going for years and I love it. You can get stuff from their online store as well.

The Chocolate Chip Cookie at Smile-To-Go in NYC

This is my best friend Harmeet eating one of the best cookies I've had in New York City. Is there such thing as a bad chocolate chip cookie? That remains to be seen. But this one? If you're in the area (Soho), GET ONE. And yes, that's sea salt on top. All the best cookies have sea salt on top.

I've heard that their menu has a lot of other gems as well, but please oh please go eat this guy.

NYC Line Waiting Service

This guy's job is to wait in line for you. Is it just me or is that a brilliant idea? He runs SOLD Inc. (Same Ole Line Dudes) and they charge $25 for the first hour and $10 for each additional half hour on a queue anywhere in New York City. Personally I have all the time in the world to wait in lines at this point in my life, but for others who don't? Such a genius idea. This man is gonna do so well. 

You can find out more here. 

Chinatown Fair Arcade

This is the only place in New York that I know of where you can cheaply play some air hockey. Does that warrant a post? Umm... derr? 

Yes, it's tiny as hell but it's open 365 days a year (which I consider notable in this city). It's pretty much a basic arcade where the games are relatively cheap and the prizes you can get with tickets are basically trash (but I'll assume you're not going to an arcade for prizes). The place is filled with mostly kids and teenagers (not the obnoxious type of teens - but the nice ones who take each other on cute dates and laugh loud), so it's a pretty fun place to go with someone for a game if you're in the area.