I don't know about you guys - but there is a very small window for me between waking up in the morning and entering the HANGER zone. My boyfriend will vouch for this. First, give the girl food, closely followed by a coffee. Then, the human in me will begin to emerge. We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but when you're travelling it can be the most difficult one to fit in. Ideally, you're staying at a hotel or B&B that provides a nourishing brekkie for you - but if not, it can be downright difficult to find something semi-healthy, cheap, and filling whilst on the go. Numer 1 tip - make the time to eat breakfast. There's nothing worse than holding off and realizing too late that you're starving, by which stage it's impossible to pinpoint anything that you feel like eating. Hanger whilst travelling is not a pretty thing, so don't risk it. Start you day right! If you're sitting here reading this wondering what on earth this 'hanger' is - consider yourself lucky. You must have never experienced it. So here's list of NYC breakfast options - from simple, to extravagant, to healthy, to downright naughty. #yolo Bagels, Bagels, Bagels You're in NYC! Treat 'yo self. There are bagel stores everywhere, but this particular beauty was picked up from Leo's Bagels. Located in the Financial District, Leo's was within walking distance of our hotel and provided us with a tasty Christmas Day breakfast. It was basically the only store in the area open, but a lucky find. I even got bagel in bed one morning later - he knows me well...!! The bagel above is the egg and cheddar cheese on a sesame bagel, but the menu is extensive and offers sandwiches as well. Limited seating indoors, so be prepared to eat on the go, or sit in the square nearby. http://www.leosbagels.com The Local Diner I am a BIG fan of American diners. There's something about them that feels strangely comforting. Comfort food, decent price, good service. They're also one of the biggest American stereotypes. Growing up and watching movies of people indulging on pancakes and waffles in local diners (mainly in the middle of nowhere) made me feel that this was a necessity for our NYC visit. Like bagels, you can find diners all over Manhattan - and we did walk past some pretty cool looking ones. The one we tried was purely out of convenience, located about 2 steps away from our hotel. Pearl Diner did not disappoint. Attentive and friendly service from the start, a coffee thrown down on the table almost instantly, and our food delivered promptly. The best part? It was basically the only reasonably priced eatery that we found in the whole city. Winning. http://pearldinernyc.com Visit a Deli Another must try in NYC. There are delis are everywhere - where both locals and tourists alike drop in to pick up a sandwich or hot dog for breakfast. Hey, it's America! Aiden had added a trip to the famous Katz's Delicatessen to the list of 'musts' well and truly before the trip even began. He even made me sit through "that" scene in 'When Harry Met Sally' in preparation for my visit. Honestly, I was excited to go because of the hype - but it just didn't live up to my expectations. It is absolutely heaving with tourists - and downright expensive. But, worth it for the story I guess. The deli has been open since 1888 and since then has had many celebrities step through it's doors. It has also featured in a few films. Some of you will absolutely love it here, where you'll get a sandwich literally overflowing with pastrami and sauerkraut; and served with a plate of pickles on the side. Just be prepared to pay a whopping $19.95 for it. www.katzsdelicatessen.com/our-story Smoothies After only a couple of days in NYC, your body will thank you for it. Trust me. Get some greens into you thanks to Juice Generation, a chain located throughout the city. Whilst Aiden was noticeably unimpressed, he now drinks the green smoothies I force into him without complaint. You're welcome! https://www.juicegeneration.com And Lastly...Dunkin' Donuts
Because when is a donut NOT a good idea?
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