Gourmet Bagel, WHAAAAAA?

Clearly last night we were out very late. And with an awesome twist, I found out that a good friend from High School was coming to the city today, so I was a tad bit excited. I slept a total of 2 hours. T-W-O hours. So as soon as my alarm went off, I headed out the door for my bi-annual Soy Chai Latte. Yes, meaning I only get them about twice a year. I've already been looked at like I had three heads today, for not knowing the fancy sizes, don't you look at me like that too!

After my first couple sips of Chai, I headed out to explore. It was such a cold day today, but so unbelievably gorgeous. Welcome to Columbia's campus when the students are gone on Christmas break. Amazing. Sunday is definitely the day, in general, to explore.

After hitting up a few book stores and lolly gagging here and there, I decided to surprise the hubby with "breakfast in bed". I went to his favorite gourmet bagel shop. Did you just question me saying 'Gourmet?'. New York City people take their bagels SERIOUS.

I'd like to introduce you to 'Absolute Bagels'! On Broadway, right around 108th Street in the Upper West Side. This photo was actually taken as I was leaving. Because that line, was not the same that I stood in. I waited about 10 minutes outside, and 10 minutes inside just to get to the front! But its totally worth it. Such an institution. But beware, if you come to visit its CASH ONLY! (Hubby's was under $5.00) You won't want to miss out.

So this cooler is full of cream cheese. GOURMET Cream Cheese! For example, I got the Hubby Bacon Cheddar Cream Cheese on a Garlic bagel. So many big chunks of bacon and cheddar. Nom Nom.

This is a close up. Those are ALL different kinds of cream cheese!

 They make their own bagels and they are still steaming when sliced open for your toppings. Its so amazingly delish! you must come!

But my FAVORITE part of the day had nothing to do with NYC. It was the little bit of home that my dear old friend so thoughtfully brought me. :*) Rock & Rye Faygo, you just can't beat it.

 Detroit Love. 

Scarlett J

All Photos were taken with an iphone 4.