stinky bklyn: two noses or one?...

Posted by cherrypatter in brooklyn, carroll gardens, cheese, food, market, shops on 02 20th, 2009 | 1 Comment
when i want cheese in brooklyn, the first place i hope i have time to get to is stinky bklyn.  this shop has got to have the nicest staff of all with the best service and they have this very cute nose system so that you can decide how stinky you really want to get.   what i really love is how they...
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layla: endless iterations of luxury...

Posted by cherrypatter in boerum hill, brooklyn, gifts, home, jewelry, shops, womens' clothes on 01 20th, 2009 | No Comments
the little shop layla just off the main drag of atlantic avenue in boerum hill boasts the most exquisite jewel tones in all its pillows, sheets, duvets, blankets and other linens. many of the goods come from india and europe, and the choices are wide-ranging in high quality cottons and silks.  ...
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thistle & clover: a hidden shopping...

Posted by cherrypatter in bags, brooklyn, fort greene, jewelry, shops, womens' clothes on 01 14th, 2009 | No Comments
while trudging around in the fledgling snowstorm saturday along restaurant row of dekalb, i happened across one great and very sweet clothing store thistle & clover.  founded by camilla gale and rand niederhoffer, this store highlights women designs from up-and-coming designers.  i also like...
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