Venchi

861 Broadway, New York, NY

A new year means a new visit to a chocolate shop! I found this wonderful spot strolling around Union Square (the BEST way to explore NYC) and actually went back when it was less crowded. I am not one for standing in line for anything, but I did here for about 20 minutes for the best gelato of my life! 

Venchi chocolate opened around November 2018 and this was my first visit (but not my last). This amazing shop boasts a 45-foot-long, 10-foot-high chocolate waterfall within the store. Other than gourmet chocolates, the 140 year old, Turin-based chocolatier sells gelato, crepes, and coffee. 

Love the gelato cone decor! 

Italians know gelato, and the display of this store was beautiful 

How do you choose ? 

I see a chocolate waterfall ! The smell in here is pretty fantastic as well 

What a happy gift this would make for someone ! 

I felt like Willy Wonka was going to show up at any time 

If you are looking for a wide chocolate selection, look no further 

How amazing does this gelato look? I had a hard time deciding on a flavor 

Gelato is healthier than ice cream, did you know that ? 

 

This had to be the BEST gelato I ever enjoyed! I went with the Tiramisu flavor 

I need to get back here in the off season when the crowds are not so full to enjoy one more time! 

 
Beautiful gift packaging 

It doesn't get any better than this, does it ? 

Venchi is open daily from 10am till late for your chocolate/gelato fix. Be sure to try the gelato as you will be very, very happy!! 

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A Food Tour of the Village

Greenwich Village is really a fabulous place to walk around and enjoy the architecture as well as fantastic food options. How gorgeous is this door ? I am taking you today on a food tour of the village, something you can do by yourself, or with a group of friends. 

A purple door is my dream door! 

The flowers in the city are always so reasonably priced and so fresh, they have lasted me for 2 weeks when I have taken them home. 

Joe's Pizza is the one everyone talks about and I was curious if it was really that good. Sometimes you hear about places and you get there and it's not what you expect. 

This pizza was amazing! Very thin crust and the right amount of cheese and sauce. Worth standing in line for one piece or a whole pie! 

Next to Joe's is Popbar which is fantastic gelato, sorbet & yogurt popsicles to make your palate very happy! 

The only thing I am not a fan of is that wood stick but otherwise, this is a must stop! 

Faiccos has some of the BEST Italian foods, homemade sausage and is a must stop. 

Amazing Italian arancini (rice balls) stuffed with mozzarella and homemade salami. Life is good after you try these wonderful Italian treats! 

Gorgeous architecture 

Cornelia Street Cafe which has recently closed. It is very sad so many places that have been in business for many years closing due to high rents from landlords. 

Pesce Pasta is a fantastic spot for some of the best meatballs you will ever taste. My Mom used to tell me her mother made meatballs the size of footballs! I so wish I was able to meet her, she was an amazing cook just like my Mom.

These were so yummy and hardly any filler at all. 

Rafele is a really fantastic restaurant on 7th Avenue South for some top notch Italian food. Do you notice a pattern here? I have only spoke to one person who said they didn't like Italian food, and she was not actually someone I would consider a smart person! 

The inside decor is really lovely 

I tried some of the their eggplant parm which just melted in my mouth. I hate when I order eggplant and it's still raw! One of my pet peeves! 

I have heard about Milk and Cookies Bakery for a long while and once I popped in to try a cookie, I was hitting myself why I waited so long! 

Hot chocolate chip cookies, the smell just was too much for one to handle. These were really good and different from others I have tried. I will be back. Very soon! 

Rocco's bakery is one of my favorites and they have some of the best cannoli you will enjoy! 

The selection here is mind blowing! Be warned. 

It doesn't get any better than this, does it ? 

Don't miss out on visiting the village and make it a fun time to do your own food tour! Here are the addresses of all the places I mentioned, add it to your Google Maps and you are ready to go!


Joe's Pizza                              7 Carmine Street (between 6th Avenue & Bleecker Street)
Rocco's Italian Pastry Shop   243 Bleecker St (between 6th & 7th Avenue)
Faicco's                                  260 Bleecker Street
Pesce Pasta                            262 Bleecker Street (between 6th & 7th Avenue)
Rafele                                    29 7th Ave South (between Morton & Bedford Sts)
Milk & Cookies Bakery       19 Commerce St (between 7th Ave & Bedford Sts)

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