West Coast Rite Aid Locations
Thrifty’s Facebook Page
The drug store nearest where I lived in San Diego was Rite Aid. The first time I stopped in, I was shocked to see a full ice cream parlor! Started in 1919, two brothers opened a drug store which ended up with the name Thrifty Cut Rate. It was later bought by Rite Aid, but the name still sticks with their award winning Thrifty Ice Cream that Rite Aids on the West Coast still sell. This cold treat deserves Read More »
Spot Dessert Bar
13 Saint Marks Place
New York, NY 10003
(212) 677-5670
Spot Dessert bar is a hip, new dessert “spot” down in the East Village. It’s wood paneled, modern decor give off a great vibe while you enjoy your desserts! Pastry Chef, Pichet Ong masterfully combines his knowledge of Asian desserts with classic American desserts creating new spins on old favorites. I came here for one of those old favorites, the quintessential black and white cookie. Read More »
68 Dean St., Brooklyn, NY
212.675.4996
www.onegirlcookies.com
Yesterday, I attended a lovely party in Brooklyn with my girlfriends where we swapped clothes and looked at the jewelry line Stella&Dot. To my excitement, my friend Brittany of Brittlinco.com had picked up some cookies from One Girl Cookies. I was happy to try every one and what made it even better was that they were all bite-sized so I could without getting a stomach ache! They were so cute and delicious! My favorite of the bunch was the Penelope. A buttery cookie covered in chopped nuts with an apricot preserve filling. It was like tasting the freshest shortbread cookie you’ve ever had! The buttery cookie melted in my mouth with a sugary crunchiness as I finished it off. This was definitely a surprise since I don’t usually go for this kind of cookie. The next best sweet was Read More »
3001 University Avenue
(crnr 30th St)
North Park
San Diego 92104
Phone (619) 793-4758
www.heavensentdesserts.com
As I was walking down the street from a late morning brunch on University Avenue in the Hillcrest area of San Diego, I stumbled upon this place. I think it’s the name that caught my eye. ”Heaven Sent” Desserts is a big name to live up to. I was too full at the time, but what I saw in the shop was just a counter of beautiful sweets. Later, I ended up trying Read More »
1500 Orange Avenue
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 522-8490
Spreckels
While visiting the beautiful and famous Hotel Del Coronado, my sweet tooth needed some fulfilling. Walking around some adorable shops, I stumbled on this cute sweets shop called Spreckels. I love going in to candy shops cause well…it makes me feel like a “kid in a candy shop!” It’s always full of bright and jovial colors and just puts a smile of excitement on my face. This store had a great selection of candy. What caught my eye at the counter was what is called a “Browniepop.” Read More »
www.extraordinarydesserts.com
Well, I have been waiting to write this review for a while, but I had to taste just the right desserts at Extraordinary Desserts. Of the many treats I tried, these two are my top picks. Located right by my apartment here in San Diego, this adorable dessert shop is definitely a must. They have a layout of stunning desserts unlike any I’ve seen! What I love about the restaurant is that it’s a sit-down place and has award worthy desserts you can accompany with a glass of vino, coffee, or tea. They are open late, which is key since most of us crave something sweet in the PM. The two lovelies Read More »
Blue Bottle Coffee
Various Locations throughout San Francisco
Saffron Vanilla Snickerdoodle Cookie
The most chewy, soft, flavorful snickerdoodle cookie I have ever had! Blue Bottle Coffee is incredible in every way, shape, and form. Their coffee is filtered and DELICIOUS, and they serve little treats and sandwiches that compliment any latte or espresso! This particular morning, I was enjoying a Vanilla Soy Latte. To accompany this creamy beverage, I chose the snickerdoodle cookie. It was LOVE AT FIRST BITE! This cookie was cake-like, the softest cookie I have ever had. The saffron vanilla flavor burst inside my mouth, adding depth to the traditional cinnamon sugar flavor of “other” snickerdoodles. I don’t usually do dessert for breakfast but this was absolutely perfect! xoxoBlondie
Bi- Rite Creamery
3692 18th Street
(@ Dolores)
San Francisco CA
94110
Bi-Rite Creamery is very famous in San Francisco. I have never been there when there isn’t a line outside the door and sometimes around the corner. It’s good ice cream! Using organic, local ingredients and making small batches, ensures that you are getting high quality dessert! Every day they feature a different artisanal flavor such as Read More »
Ben’s Cookies
123 Kensington High Street Kensington, London
020 7376 0559
Ben’s Cookies are the BEST COOKIES I HAVE EVER HAD! They are fresh, warm, ooey-gooey, out of the oven, home-baked tasting, feel good…happiness! I want one of their cookies everyday for the rest of my life. What kind of cookies do they have there, you may ask? Dark, white, milk chocolate, lemon, coconut, ginger, white chocolate with cranberries, and fruit and nut are just some of Read More »
Gelato Mio
37 Pembridge Road
W11 3HG
London
020 7727 0194
Have you ever been walking down a street in the middle of the afternoon and everyone that is passing by is blissfully enjoying gelato? It’s either in a cup with a little spoon and they are smiling as they take their bite. Or you see them licking their lips after sweeping up the melting sides of their waffle cone. You’re thinking… Read More »
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