Renegade Craft Fair

I honestly can not wait for this year's Renegade Craft Fair!  I attended the fair last in the summer of 2009 - I loved it so much I went two days in a row.

You might be thinking, "Not another street fair...," but goods sold here are definitely top-tier.  The fair will take place outside in McCarren Park and is free to attend.  Hundreds of artists (click here for a list of vendors) will sell handmade goods and artworks, each passionate and eager to answer questions about the pieces they have on display.  Last time, I purchased a handmade t-shirt, a tote for my mom, hand-printed coasters and earrings for a friend. 

In addition to browsing all of the inspiring crafts, you will also have the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops to make your own gift wrap, bags, accessories and more.

Although you can pick up some snacks from Hecho en Casa, Urban Rustic and Joyride's coffee bar at the fair you may want to walk over to Peter Pan Bakery for a doughnut to start your day.

Hopefully I will see you at the fair!

Renegade Craft Fair - Brooklyn
Date: June 11 and 12, 2011
Time: 11am - 7pm
Location: McCarren Park (map)

For more information visit the Fair's blog, Facebook and Twitter.

Bite into 1964

Ever imagine what New York was like back in 1964?  Well, the City hosted the World's Fair, was invaded by the Beatles and most importantly, The Donut Pub was established.

 
The Donut Pub is located right on 14th Street a few steps West of Seventh Avenue and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.  You may have walked past this place a million times, intrigued by the plethora of donuts peeking out through the glass, but felt it was a little too gluttonous to enter on your own.  Actually, I probably would have never gone inside, except for the fact that my boyfriend Andrew has a love affair with the fried confections (look forward to learning all the doughnut hot spots in NYC!).

When you do go inside (and you should - go tonight for a late night treat!) you will literally time travel back to 1964.  From what it looks like, the place has not changed in the last four decades - it even has Formica counters and checkered floors!  Although the decor might be a little stale (but a total novelty!), the doughnuts sure are fresh and delicious.  Go for the red velvet, creme filled, chocolate glazed with toasted coconut, jelly or crullers - or get a dozen to try and if you get lucky they will throw in a bunch of their special mini doughnuts.

red velvet

The Donut Pub
203 West 14th Street at Seventh Avenue (map)
Open 24 hours
Cash only (doughnuts range from $0.99 - $1.65)