Ice Cream: it’s what makes people happy. Here are 7 favorite ice cream concoctions in New York City.

Most biscuits in New York, I’ve found are not flaky like the Pillsbury ones you grew up with out of that can. They are indeed buttery, thick and soft. My absolute favorite which still stands strong and in first place is Cookshop’s buttermilk biscuit (a similar version can also be found at their other spots Five Points and Hundred Acres.

Vegan, Vegetarian, Paleo, Gluten-Free, Organic, Pescatarian. There are a lot of dietary restrictions these days and Vegan and Vegetarian restaurants seem to be popping up everywhere coinciding with the juicing and kale craze.

I know everyone has their own opinion of the best Mac ‘n Cheese in the city, and it’s hard to bypass this side dish on a menu as it’s just the epitome of comfort food and always gets the job done. While there are those like Cafeteria and S’MAC that everyone ooh’s and ahh’s over, I’ve listed my favorite below.

One of the best things about living in New York is the bakeries that are devoted solely to the pride and joy: sweets and desserts. Here is a list of some of the best places to get desserts on a grab and go basis.

Juicing. Do you dig it? Well if you don’t the rest of New York City does. From full out week long cleanses aka fasting to fresh pressed/bottled juices to smoothies, liquid veggies and fruit meals are all the rage

Scallops are simply delicious even with just a little salt and olive oil to dress. They don’t take that long to cook and you can just pop them on your stove for a couple minutes on each side and call it a dinner. However, they are an intimidating dish to conquer, but once you make them the first time you will see how easy and quick they are.