Wednesday Wrap in New York City (#10)

NYC hit record temps this week. Here's what that looked like for us.

I need to treat this man to dinner to learn more about him!

This week finds us in a wave of oppressive heat, the kind that makes you question leaving the house. When you step outside, the city hits you like a warm blanket (not the best feeling!). The reward, should you choose to go outside regardless, is the opportunity to mingle with sweaty stalwart locals in breezy dresses and linen sets.

On Tuesday we hit 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 Celsius), the first time since 2013 (more than 10 years ago!) that NYC has seen triple digits. It felt like we were being baked alive.

Despite my long-standing claim that I dislike humidity, I find it oddly comforting. Maybe it’s the built-in excuse to slow down. Summer in New York is a fleeting affair (sweaty, yes, but kind of magical too).

Heat aside, it’s been a wonderful week. Nothing particularly exciting has happened, just the steady, sleepy summer pace I love so much.

(Parent tip: If you’re visiting NYC with babies and kids this summer, this is essential to keep cool. We bought two for Caroline!).

Levain’s summer cookie is back!

A few highlights from my week

• We swung by Levain for a morning treat today and stood behind the sweetest family with a 1.5-year-old who couldn’t get enough of Caroline. He’d should “baby! Baby!” and run over to blow her a kiss and give her a hug. I was a puddle.

• Earlier in the week, we took a long neighborhood walk (so nice to be home after our trip!) and stumbled past a new Fellini Coffee location a few blocks from us. We were stunned! Fellini is a charming West Village café—I'm surprised they opened an Upper West Side location, given the difference in clientele (families vs. beautiful “it” girls). Still, what a win for the neighborhood. I’m thrilled to have them nearby.

Bright, sunny and hot. Perfect scene in Central Park.

I love this view on my way home from the grocery store.

Walking over to the park with good friends so Caroline can have some quality swing time.

It’s not summer with Mister Softee

The historic Ansonia building on the Upper West Side where Babe Ruth lived.

The city is so calm on Sunday mornings, it’s my favorite time for a long walk.

I love Open Streets! The city shuts down Columbus Avenue to vehicle traffic select weekends in the spring and summer, so folks can mingle, dine, dance and play. It’s great fun!

And on a completely unrelated note—we installed our AC a few days ago and I can’t help but wonder how a city as advanced as New York still depends almost entirely on window ACs? I know it’s because most buildings are too old for central air, but still a bit bizarre to me.

Baby toes during a rainy day in NYC!

Cheers!

Antonina