F: Is for food that fits all kinds of cravings!

I heard about the opening of Insomnia Cookies in NY Magazine. These cookies are the quintessential ADD solution. Made up of three individual parts, which you chose from a selection of delectable treats. M&Ms, white chocolate macadamia, snickers and much more await your creation. Each giant cookie is cut up into thirds, and the result is a sweet marriage of three incredible ingredients. University of Pennsylvania undergrad Seth Berkowitz is the genius behind this treat shop. While in school he started a late night cookies and milk delivery program. Five years ago, a dozen colleges nationwide including NYU and he has arrived at 50 W. 8th Street. Store hours are until 3:00 am and delivery hours end at 2:30 am making this the perfect late night craving. Insomnia prices are inexpensive for traditional cookies ($.90 each). Brownies are $1 each and $.25 extra for special toppings. A magic three-part cookie will set you back $6 since it's made up of three separate cookies. The cookies come in a pizza box for a fun presentation.


Another dessert treat is Pichet Ong’s P*ong spinoff, Batch. This take-out dessert shop is next door, serving recipes Ong is turning his attentions to his sweet tooth. Located right next door to his restaurant. Specializing in sweets, ice cream and baked goods, with a few savory sandwiches thrown in for good measure. Look for beautiful Asian inspired treats like yuzu shortbread sandwiches, coconut calamansi layer cake, Thai tea tiramisu pudding, durian ice cream, and a pineapple chèvre cheesecake pudding will be available to the watering mouths of the lucky customers. Batch is located at 150B West 10th St.

Are you looking for elegance personified and don't care about the price? The Plaza hotel is back on the New York dining scene with the Palm Court and Champagne Bar. Featuring menus crafted by Didier Virot, look for standards like Muscovy duck breast and venison chops. This an elegant serenity, thanks to a restored skylight, warmer lighting and subdued upholstery. A Champagne Bar, open all day, with bubbly by the glass starts at $25. There is something to be said for old world charm and that is a legendary F.A.C.T.