Sarabeth's Bakery

Chelsea Market:  Sarabeth’s Bakery

www.Sarabeth.com

Sarabeth’s has been featured on ABC News, tons of magazines and her jam preserves were selected as one of ‘Oprah’s Favorite Things Under $25.’ Her spreadable fruit jams have won several awards and I am told they are “legendary.” They are even sold outside the United States – Carribbean, Canada, Japan, South Korea! WOW! What an empire Sarabeth has built since starting as a small bakery-kitchen in 1981. She is also famous for her Velvety Cream of Tomato Soup, the recipe is a big secret that Sarabeth holds tightly. Sarabeth’s picture is featured on her bestselling cookbook and my first thought was that she reminded me of Meryl Streep in “It’s Complicated!” Does anyone else get that from her?! The store has so much going on, it was hard to not buy everything in site because it all looks delicious and fresh!

Entrance to Sarabeth's @ The Chelsea Market

Delicious Oatmeal Raisin & Chocolate Shortbread Cookies - don't you just love the packaging?

Chocolate Cake - don't touch!! :-)

Bundt Cake

Glazed Cake

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Danishes, muffins, scones and croissants

The Lobster Place

Chelsea Market:  The Lobster Place
http://www.2b2p.net/lobsterplace/

If you’re from NY, I’m sure you’ve already heard of The Lobster Place since it’s in the news all the time. They are the largest purveyor of live lobster selling over 1,000,000 pounds/year to New York’s finest hotels and restaurants. It doesn’t stop at lobster, they have a HUGE variety of fresh seafood!

Fresh seafood on display

Sesame Seeds, Soy Sauce & Tempura

Many different options!

Various kinds of Smoked Salmon

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Caitlin Cooks

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The Filling Station

Chelsea Market:  The Filling Station
O.M.G! This is one of those stores that you can buy a gift you won’t find anywhere else – to keep for yourself or to give! They sell olive oils, flavored salts, balsamic vinegars, salt scrubs, and sugars! I was so intrigued by this place. I have never seen anything like it. They are environmentally friendly so you can bring back one of their bottles for a refill on oil, vinegar, sugar or sea salt! Love!  Their oils are stored in large metal drums…you just grab a bottle and fill it up with your product of choice! I love this concept, love this place – so much fun!

Abundance of oils and vinegars

Close up of the oils

Specialty Salts

Coconut & Lime Salt

Espresso Salt - great for marinades! I like that their jars include usage tips!

Thai Ginger Salt

Little jars of salt

More delicious oils on display!

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Caitlin Cooks

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Manhattan Fruit Exchange

Chelsea Market:  

Manhattan Fruit Exchange

   I thought I had seen it all when it comes to produce. Not until I reached the “Manhattan Fruit Exchange.” This store sells every fruit and vegetable you could possibly think of. Lush tropical fruits from faraway places, exotic vegetables, fresh juices! I walked down the aisles with visions of tropical smoothies, roasted vegetables, fresh salads – it’s a very inspirational place for cooks! Emeril Lagasse filmed a few episodes of his show ‘Fresh Food Fast’ at this Chelsea Market location.

Olive HEAVEN!

Many different options when it comes to Olive Oil!

Pasta! Yum!

Beef, Veggie & Chicken Stocks by Rachael & Emeril

LOOK WHAT I FOUND!!! Al Dente Pasta! :-)

Pasta by Lidia Bastianich - her restaurant with Mario Batali (Del Posto) is right across the street!

Blood Oranges, Seville Oranges and Beans 

Impressive fresh produce

Fresh, vibrant, sweet red peppers - I love this photo!

Kiwano Melons - and an abundance of exotic fruits!

Look at these carrots - does it get any fresher than that?!

White Asparugus

Various peppers and chiles

Jacques Torres Chocolates

Chelsea Market:  JACQUES TORRES CHOCOLATES
I decided that heaven on earth (aka a world of luscious, decadent chocolate) was created by Jacques Torres also known as “Mr. Chocolate” (that’s Jacques nickname and the name of his website…I love it!) He is the youngest person ever to be named the Best Pastry Chef of France. All of his chocolates are created fresh, free of preservatives and artificial flavors. There is a documentary coming soon about Jacques life and I’m really excited to see it! In the meantime, check out the photos!

Eleni's Bakery

Chelsea Market:  ELENI’S

Eleni’s Bakery was started by Eleni Gianopulos and it actually began as a small side business featuring her Mother’s famous oatmeal-raisin cookies. Fast-forward to 2011, Eleni’s custom designed cookies are being sold in Bergdorf Goodman, Barney’s and Dean & Deluca. She was even featured in “People” magazine! My favorite cookies from Eleni’s are the ones decorated with little pink and red hearts and custom love notes in black handwriting. MEN - *HINT* *HINT* Valentine’s Day gift for your loved ones! It's perfect if you just started dating someone and don't want to buy jewelry or anything that's too forward. It’s different than your typical box of chocolates and who wouldn’t love a fresh box of artistically created cookies?!?!