TimeOut New York

Time Out New York / Issue 709 : Apr 30–May 6, 2009

The city’s best strolls

 

The Jesus walk

WJW? Kick it on the Upper West Side, where you can break bread, view biblical art and even walk on water.By Cristina Velocci

 

5 Amazing as they are, skip the half-pound cookies that Levain Bakery (167 W 74th St between Amsterdam and Columbus Aves; 212-874-6080, levainbakery.com) is known for; you’re here to break bread. The intoxicating smell of artisanal handmade loaves baking in the oven will make you an easy convert. Choose from olive-herb ($6.50) or seeded semolina ($6.50), sourdough boule ($5.25), ciabatta ($4.50) and whole-wheat raisin ($6.75), and don’t forget to share—it’s not like this is your last supper.

New York Post – Sunday – Pulse

MY NEW YORK

KRISTIN CHENOWETH

2.) Levain Bakery, 167 W. 74th St.,

at Amsterdam Avenue

“My favorite place to get a treat — their chocolate chip cookies are the best I’ve ever had, anywhere. They’re like little pies, and when they come out of the oven and they’re warm, it’s amazing.”