Chinatown, MOMA and a Walk through the Park

There was one super rainy day and we had already planned to go down to Chinatown and explore, so we decided to give it a try anyways despite the rain. We hopped on the subway and headed downtown. It was pouring so hard but we found the Doughnut Plant (with only $8 in cash, crap!). Two donuts later and seriously regretting not stopping by the ATM beforehand, we headed over to Chinatown to go to lunch at the Golden Unicorn for dim sum (someone recommended it to Brady at his work). 

Seriously bring CASH to the doughnut plant, and lots of it. Those donuts are so delicious. We have been talking about them ever since we got home and there is nothing like it in Salt Lake (if I am wrong, please educate me! Or don't because I probably don't need to be eating those anyways). 

Neither of us are very adventurous when it comes to Asian cuisine. Indian, Mediterranean, Italian,  French, Spanish, Mexican. American, Thai? Yes. Chinese/Japanese food? Not so much. We ordered 3 small plates (fried chicken feet-ick! (Brady's choice), shrimp dumplings and spinach dumplings). I did actually enjoy the shrimp dumplings. I was not adventurous enough to try the chicken feet. Brady was a champ about it though. I wish we had gone with someone who knew exactly what to order. Ha I think the people serving us were kind of laughing at how clueless we were. Next time! At least we tried, right? Thats what we were telling ourselves anyways, and that we should have brought more cash for the doughnut plant. 

After the Golden Unicorn, we headed back uptown and headed to MOMA. MOMA is my favorite museum in NYC, the MET is second. I love modern art.

These last few pictures are actually from our last day before we headed to the airport (I still have one more post I want to share but it was wayy too many pictures). We made all the last minute stops to FAO, Payard, Central Park, and made a quick stop at Lincoln Center. 

^This was incredible!

 

 ^^my hair hates humidity

Tomorrow is Friday! That is something to look forward to, right? Have a great Thursday!
Thanks for reading.
xo, Amy

At the Zoo

I don't think you are ever too old to go to the zoo. My Grandparents lived in the city until I was a teenager so New York will always have special memories for me and some of my very favorites are from the zoo. 

We saw Gus (the polar bear) and watched them feed the penguins. Watching the animals at the zoo is seriously better than TV.  The way penguins walk is just so funny. Then we waited to watch the sea lions, which is basically my favorite thing at any zoo anywhere.

Everything was blooming and so green. I could seriously walk through Central Park allll day long and not get sick of it (sorry Brady!). We stayed on the Upper East Side and whenever we went anywhere I always sneakily found a way to make the trip home one that took us through the park.

 Look at that view...I could never get sick of it.
After the zoo we wandered over to the Upper West Side to go to the Natural History Musuem. First stop: Shake Shack....AMAZING. Seriously, go. We went twice we loved it so much. I also love that they served beer and wine there (hint, hint,Utah).

Those fries. Sorry In-N-Out, I'm loving these just a little bit more. 

Of course we had to stop at Magnolia Bakery and get the Banana Pudding.

 

 

I hope you had an amazing Memorial Day weekend. I am so grateful for those who have given up everything to protect our country and keep us safe.

I hope you have a wonderful Wednesday! Thanks for reading!

 

xo, Amy

A day at the MET

On rainy days in New York, there is still so much to do and the MET is one of the museums worth visiting.

Saw some Monet and Van Gogh.. the pictures don't even do them justice, you must go to see them yourself..and there is SO much more.  

After the rain stopped, we strolled over to Broadway to scope out Gershwin Theater (where we saw Wicked--amazing!) and headed back through the park on our way home.

Outfit Details:

Top: Boden Pants: TJ Maxx (similar) Shoes: Sole Society Bag: Kate Spade (borrowed from my mom) Watch: Skagen

NYC: Part Two

Our second day in New York we headed wayyyyyy downtown to the 9/11 Memorial. The last time I was there was about two years after 9/11, when the site was just a big hole in the ground. It was very emotional for me even though I was so young and still is. 

What they have done with the memorial is, in my opinion, just perfect. It's meant to be a place for reflection, to remember that terrible day and honor all the innocent people that died and it's the perfect place. Both of the fountains are in the original foundations of where the towers once stood. Although they make you jump through hoops (not literally) to get there, I think that it is a must if you are visiting New York. At least once. 

 

 The future museum building (still in construction). 

 Then we grabbed a slice of pizza and headed down to Battery Park.

Passing Trinity Church along the way. 

We may have grabbed a pretzel dog as well...when in New York, right?

 Admired Lady Liberty from a far then we walked the Brooklyn Bridge

 I love New York!

Outfit details:

Jacket: Thrifted Shirt: Old Navy (my new favorite go-to white tee!) Scarf: F21Pants: J.Crew (old, similar) Shoes: Sole Society (no longer available, loving this style) Bag: Kate Spade (old similar)

After letting our feet rest, headed to Patsy's Pizzeria, Bloomingdales, and Dylans Candy Bar for the evening. 

Mmm..pizza round 2. 

All in all, a successful day exploring the city. 

Happy Tuesday, thanks for reading!

xo, Amy

NYC: Part One

Hello! I just got back from an amazing trip to the big apple (thanks grandma & grandpa!) and can't wait to share it with you! Here are a few pictures from our first day in the big city. 

 Went to FAO and played on the big piano

 Then headed down to Rockefeller Center and admired the fountain and all the shops on 5th

 So cool to watch the street artists and performers all over the city

Then wandered over to Times Square (and wondered why we were there?)// Strolls through Central Park are my absolute favorite!

Those are just a few glimpses into my trip, much more to come! Happy Friday and thank you so much for reading!

P.S. If you are in SLC, the Living Traditions Festival is going on this weekend and it's so fun so you should go. Who doesn't love to try new foods and get out and enjoy the beautiful weather? Find out more here.

To Travel

I'm off to the Big Apple today and could not be more excited! With that said, I will be taking a bit of a break from blogging for the next week to refresh and enjoy all that NYC has to offer. I hope you have a fabulous week and I can't wait to share my adventures with you when I get back! You can also keep up with me on my Instagram @amylou_31 

Thanks so much for reading!