Sweet Tooth: Shake Shack

Walking around on my day off, I happened to pass by Shake Shack. Hmmm.... continue my healthy walk, or stop and stuff my face with delicious custard? Decisions, decisions....

It was beautiful outside, and REALLY crowded. The line for the burgers was crazy, why do people want cow meat, when you can get a yummy cool treat made by cows?

List of custards, I really wanted to try the red velvet and the strawberry rhubarb, but they were for different days of the week :(

The Grasshopper

This was a mint and chocolate custard. Whoa...if the definition of creamy and decadent became an actual object...this is what it would turn to. This had an intense rich chocolate flavor without being too sweet, the after taste was a faint minty tingle. Sigh... I wish I had another one right now

Price: $2.50

Sugar Ruuuuuushhhhhhh!!

Verdict: Though I haven't gotten the patience to wait in line for their burgers, I can guarantee you that this custard is definitely worth a trip for. Check online first for the flavor of the day, they always have vanilla and chocolate on the menu.

Shake Shack

11 Madison Avenue

New York, NY 10010

www.shakeshack.com

Quick Bite: Baoguette

Once in a while, my Philadelphia University friends and I like to meet after work to chit chat, catch up on our life events and grab a quick bite. Since it was so nice out, we decided to pick up some Bánh mì (sometimes referred to as a "Saigon Sub") and sit out at Madison Square park.

Bánh Mì (Baoguette)

Taste: It comes with Pate, Terrine, PorkRoll, Char Siu Pork, pickled carrots, cilantro, and hiracha sauce. All of these flavors came together nicely. The saltiness of the pork, the sweet/ tartness of the carrots and the spice from the hiracha was very satisfying for all my flavor taste-buds.

Texture: Great roll, crunchy outside, airy soft inside. The cilantro added a nice leafy crispness, as well as the carrots. The pate gave it the creamy texture it needed.

Price: $6.00

Verdict: I have been to Baoguette multiple times, and since then they have added more vegetarian options which I am eager to try. Their BÚn Chicken (noodles with lemongrass) is great and they give you plenty of meat. Their location in Astor Place has more sitting room and a waiter service, which is friendly and efficient. I will definitely be back to try out their soy protein options.

Baoguette

Various locations

http://baoguette.com/locations