Because the kitchen is behind an open counter, we were able to see the employees busy at work.
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Geo is saying, "I'll take that one!"
All the items in the display cases were so temptingly decorated. I knew it would be difficult to choose what I'd most enjoy, so I read a few reviews ahead of time. The "lobster tail" seemed to be very popular - pastry filled with a custard cream and flavored with Bailey's Irish Cream. That's what I had. YUM!
Geo selected the strawberry cheesecake.
I'm so glad we had the opportunity to visit this bakery.
Final stop on the tour was the New York Botanical Gardens. Actually there is a collection of 50 gardens here with at least a million living plants. Everyone said that the rose garden was a must-see, but with limited time we just did not make it there. I did, however, spend a lot of time with the orchids - my favorite flower.
The orchids are displayed behind glass in the entrance room of the library.
One flower is more beautiful than the other.
We came home with happy memories and a real appreciation for what we've seen and learned on our NYC tour.
NYC, we hope to visit you again sometime!