NY BAKERY AND DESSERTS IN TIMES SQUARE

If you think you have to travel to the most hidden parts of New York City to find the best and most original treats, think again. It turns out some of the cutest bakeries and coffee shops are right in the heart of the city, Times Square to be exact. We stopped at NY Bakery and Desserts for an afternoon pick-me-up after a morning of sightseeing.

This adorable bakery is best stumbled upon when you need to satisfy a coffee or sugar craving. It has two locations-located on 7th avenue and Broadway. Since we were staying in this area, we were able to take a couple slices of cheesecake with us back to our hotel. As you walk in you are greeted by cutesy decor which includes a few chandeliers-nice touch. The atmosphere itself could cause anyone to have a sweet tooth. It had a chic yet friendly feel and all of the treats looked nothing short of mouthwatering. Whether you are looking for a slice of cake or a light lunch, you are sure to find it here. The trays were filled with cakes, pies and pastries including fresh, handmade croissants, danishes and Baklava. For the extra sweet lovers, there were colourful macarons and cupcakes. For special occasions, there were plenty of whole cakes to choose from. There is something so satisfying about these whole cakes-you almost wouldn't want to eat them because they are so pretty. Of course, New York is known for its smooth, rich cheesecakes and this bakery delivered. I tried the oreo flavour and let's just say, it did not disappoint. 

With plenty of competition in the city, it would be easy to miss this bakery. But it is clear it has gained a loyal following and definitely caught our eye as were walking in one of (if not, the) busiest place in the world. The best part is, it also had great coffee. I had an Americano which was served in a lovely to-go cup with a city skyline design. There is nothing like a nice coffee to balance a delectable dessert. 

I would recommend this bakery if you are staying in Times Square because it is the perfect place to grab an afternoon or nighttime snack (it closes at 1:00 AM!) to take back with you. It is also great for a caffeine fix because let's face it, you need as much energy as possible in New York City.