Cup of Jo's Guide to New York City

Yahoo! My sweets, I'm thrilled to be sharing a little guide to New York City this week. I'll be sharing our favorite places to sleep, eat and play--as well as the best lobster roll ever, a (very) romantic date idea, the attractions that are worth battling the crowds and how to not look like a tourist (since my mom always asks!).

You could write a book on New York City (and people have:), so instead of featuring an overarching round-up, this guide will feature Alex and my regular hang-outs, personal favorites and New York discoveries. I'd LOVE to hear your recommendations in the comments, as well. The guide will be posted in separate parts all week, and I really hope you enjoy it. xoxo

(Photo by Shannen Norman for Cup of Jo; graphic design by HipHipGinGin for Cup of Jo)

Have a delicious weekend.

My lovelies, today really IS the first day of fall! This weekend, I'm really excited: I'm going to the two-day Blogshop workshop with a bunch of amazing ladies to learn Photoshop. (Berlin, Paris, Boston and New York have classes coming up, if you're interested.) And next week I'll be sharing my guide to New York City. What are your plans for the weekend? Here are a few great posts from around the web...

This cuddle mattress made me laugh.

Shatterproof wine glasses! (Good gift for new parents:)

Painting with plants.

Sexy pencil skirts.

50 fall foliage photos.

Amazing street art.

Found: The perfect fall sweater.

This new book looks romantic.

What lovely packaging for cider.

Sweetest baby books.

Who wants cinnamon brownies?!

We're going to this Harvest Fest next week, if anyone wants to come!

Dancing with the Hovey sisters. :)

Here's a video of Blogshop, doesn't it look fun?

(Top photo by Desserts for Breakfast)