I took a quick business trip to New York last week. It was a busy three day trip, with not much time to take in the city. However, I did manage to pop into a few home decor shops, and did some walking, eating and enjoying New York in the fall.
My hotel was in a fantastic location, West 23rd between 5th & 6th avenue. When I walked east from my hotel I walked right onto 5th Avenue. With Eataly on one corner, the Flatiron building in the background, and tons of shopping and restaurants.
![Flatiron Building](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-21.jpg)
![Eatily](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-52.jpg)
The night I arrived in town I was able to pop out to a few shops before they closed.
Restoration Hardware had some holiday decor up, and some generally lavish and fantastic decor pieces (but nothing that I fell head over heels for.)
![Restoration Hardware - Lights under glass - great for a Holiday table](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-31.jpg)
![Restoration Hardware - Great Headboard](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-23.jpg)
West Elm was surprisingly small, and I felt it had less to offer than my Toronto location.
Fishs Eddy’s was my favorite stop, and I brought home two pieces from there (in my small carry on luggage!) Thanks to a twitter friend Abby @crabigail for the Fishs Eddy & ABC Carpet tip! (no pics of Fishs Eddy, as they asked me not to take photos, but imagine a kitchen supply heaven.)
ABC Carpet & Home. Although the carpets & lighting were gorgeous, I sadly could not fit anything that large in my suitcase, however ABC just opened ABC Kitchen with tons of fab kitchen serving pieces. I loved their wood cutting & serving pieces (umm olive wood anyone?!). They also had some great matte ceramic pieces in whites and grays that were gorgeous.
![ABC - Olive Wood](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-43.jpg)
![ABC Ceramic Dinnerware](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-53.jpg)
![ABC](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-11.jpg)
I tore myself from ABC Kitchen and only left with a large wooden spoon from France.
![My New York Purchases - Ceramic Mason Jar & Tea Towel from Fishs Eddy & a wooden spoon from ABC Kitchen](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-311.jpg)
On my last morning in New York, I got up bright and early to walk down to the High Line. I love what New York has done with the space, and its a great urban walkway. I wish the West Toronto Railpath was half as nice (and integrated) as the High Line! They even have elevators for accessible access. Awesome! If you are visiting New York I highly recommend taking a nice walk on the High Line.
![The High Line](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-511.jpg)
![View from a bridge on The High Line](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-121.jpg)
As I was heading back to my hotel, I noticed a Home Depot on 6h Avenue. I thought at first it was a head office but when I got a little closer I realized it was an actual retail store! A Home Depot on 6th Ave? New York, I love you!
![The Home Depot - 6th Ave NYC](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-322.jpg)
![The Home Depot - 6th Ave NYC](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-421.jpg)
Of course I had to pop in (I couldn’t resist) and they surprising had a very good selection.
![Home Depot 6th Ave - Faucet Department](http://www.storefrontlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/photo-221.jpg)
While wandering around Chelsea I also noticed a large lumber yard near the Chelsea Market. I could certainly DIY in New York!
I love the city, but next time I visit I need to stay a little bit longer. It was too much a whirlwind visit (but business travel is always that way!) Whats your favorite stop in New York City?
Eatily had the best short rib ragu pasta I ever had… Shake Shack frozen custard was awesome as was White Castle.
I wanted to try Shake Shack, but it was always soooo busy! I ate my lunch looking at shake shack instead.:)
There’s a separate line for not-hot items (desserts, drinks, etc).
Last time, took the ferry from Wall Street to Ikea in Brooklyn and went to a BedBath&Beyond to save a few $ too.
I totally didn’t realize there were two lines! DOH! I wish I was there longer, and could gave gotten more shopping in. I guess that’s an excuse to go back!