Monday, February 8, 2010 at 04:51 PM

Excited To Be Here

Ahhhh! I’m so excited to be here! :mrgreen:

The Electrolux people hooked us up with an amazing hotel! I’m obsessed! Well, actually, I’m obsessed with every fancy hotel that I encounter! ;)

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I’m going to sleep like a baby tonight!

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Love the silk robe! I’ll definitely use that!

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Swag!

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The view from my room!

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After spazzing out with excitement, I met up with Sabrina for lunch.

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We walked over to Chelsea Market, a funky enclosed food court, to find some eats.

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Sabrina and I walked around and checked out our options before deciding on Friedmans Lunch.

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Friedmans Lunch serves traditional American food in a laid-back, cozy setting. I loved the decor– an open kitchen, dark wood tabletops, chalkboard menus, and vintage wallpaper.

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With lunch, Sabrina and I drank water from an old wine bottle. It was very hip. ;)

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For lunch, I ordered the Vegetable Sandwich on sourdough. Inside was lots of veggies– carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, sprouts– and a nice thick layer of hummus.

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The sandwich was served along side some field greens and a delicious pickle.

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It was an excellent lunch! :)

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After lunch, we headed back to our hotel. Our first stop was the roof deck that overlooks the city. Check out this view!

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Randomly, we ran into Meghann up there, so we took the opportunity to snap a photo together. :)

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I’m going to squeeze in a quickie workout then get ready for a cocktail party!

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69 Comments on “Excited To Be Here”

  1. #1 Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 4:51 pm

    Oh, how I love New York! Chelsea Market is my favorite place to go there! Have a blast…I know you will!

  2. #2 Katie @ Two Lives, One Lifestyle Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 4:56 pm

    What a hotel- so cool with the little luxurious details like relaxing music CDs! Looks like a gorgeous day too.

  3. #3 Meg @ Be Fit Be Full Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 4:58 pm

    It looks like such a gorgeous day! Although chilly I’m sure. Chelsea Market is such a great place to walk around!

  4. #4 Erin (Travel, Eat, Repeat) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:05 pm

    Aw, so much fun! Enjoy and stay warm. Looks like gorgeous blue skies in NYC today. :D

  5. #5 Estela @ Weekly Bite Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:07 pm

    What a beautiful hotel!! You’re gonna have a great time!

  6. #6 Kristin @ Iowa Girl Eats Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:10 pm

    Awww – I was JUST at Chelsea Market a few weeks ago! If you go back you’ve GOT to get a caramel brownie from Fat Witch bakery – life changing! Have a BLAST in NYC!

  7. #7 Sam (Merit to the Carrot) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:16 pm

    BEAUTIFUL hotel room, indeed. Electrolux nows how to treat a gal!

  8. #8 Missy Maintains Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:18 pm

    I was in Chelsea Market today! I probably walked right by you haha.

  9. #9 Heather (Heather's Dish) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:18 pm

    what a fantastic room! i’m so jealous…I love the 4 photos in there! looks like you guys are going to have the most amazing time…i’ll be following (not in a creepy way though… :)

  10. #10 Freya @ foodfitnessandfreya.wordpress.com Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:22 pm

    What a gorgeous hotel! And lovely views :) It’s so strange, I just saw your picture on Meghann’s blog; it’s so weird when all the blogs cross over!
    Have a great evening :)

  11. #11 Scott Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:23 pm

    Chelsea Market is where the Food Network studios are. I was there for a live taping of Emeril Live a few years ago – before he got fired from the network!

  12. #12 Maria Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:24 pm

    Have so much fun!

  13. #13 Ameena Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:24 pm

    What a beautiful room and view! I love NYC. Enjoy your great day!!

  14. #14 Jenna Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:24 pm

    Gahhh! I think we are all living vicariously through you. What an amazing time you guys are having. Soak it all up!

  15. #15 Sarah Jane Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:28 pm

    All your pictures look incredible! I’ve always wanted to go to New York, and now I REALLY want to go! Hope you have a great time while you are there!

    Loving the updates!

  16. #16 Food Makes Fun Fuel Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:28 pm

    That plce looks so swanky

  17. #17 Wendy (Give Love Create Happiness) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:30 pm

    YAY Tina! Soooo awesome!

  18. #18 Joelle (The Pancake Girl) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:31 pm

    Oh I love Chelsea Market! There’s a great Italian foods store in there, and an organic restaurant that I’ve been meaning to try… Fancy schmancy hotel too! ;)

  19. #19 Kelly B. Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:36 pm

    What an awesome hotel! Your trip is going to be SO fun!!!

  20. #20 Lynn (The Actors Diet) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:36 pm

    we stayed in chelsea while we were just in nyc. love the market there, that’s where food network is! i recommend blossom vegetarian, on 9th and 17th maybe?!

  21. #21 Heather @ Side of Sneakers Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:42 pm

    Looks AMAZING!!

  22. #22 Lauren @ eater not a runner Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:42 pm

    Love Chelsea market, looks like a blast so far!

  23. #23 Cynthia (It All Changes) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:42 pm

    I love NYC and Chelsea Market. I can’t wait to go back on vacation.

  24. #24 Lisa Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:46 pm

    Looks like a great hotel! When you’re back home, can you post the name of the hotel? I am looking at fun hotels for my upcoming trip to NYC- your pictures definitely look like it is a place I should consider!! And the location sounds great, too- thanks!

  25. #25 Shannon (The Daily Balance) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:52 pm

    what a beeautiful day you have in NYC! love those blue skies! Wish we had some here!

    Can’t wait to see what you get into ;)

  26. #26 Jessica @ How Sweet It Is Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 5:55 pm

    Looks like a blast!! :)

  27. #27 Ally @ Sweet & Savory Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:08 pm

    I am so jealous you are NYC and are going to meet Kelly Ripa! I watch her every morning on Regis & Kelly! Enjoy!

  28. #28 Jessica @ The Process of Healing Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:22 pm

    Your hotel looks amazing!!! And i’ve always wanted to go to Chelsea market, how cool! Such a beautiful view. NYC is like no other place on earth.

  29. #29 Lindsay Perrone (goodiesgalore) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:23 pm

    I’ve always wanted to stay at a fancy hotel alone!! So lucky!

  30. #30 Morgan @ Healthy Happy Place Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:24 pm

    how awesome is that hotel room!? Maybe I missed it, but what are you doing for Electrolux? I tried reading back a few posts and I don’t think you mentioned it.

  31. #31 Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:38 pm

    Are you staying at the Gansevoort? It’s just a few blocks from my apartment- great area! Enjoy NYC :)

  32. #32 Devon Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:39 pm

    I like Friedman’s because you can get their sandwiches on gluten free bread! And they have several gluten free options which is awesome! Glad you got to try them out!

  33. #33 Ally (Exercise and Pies) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:45 pm

    wow, what a beautiful hotel room! I love NYC and lucky duck was definitely one of my stops. I got some cheesy crackers

  34. #34 Jenn @ Livewellfit Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:51 pm

    Ok, now that just looks fabulous! Have fun!

  35. #35 Rebecca Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 6:56 pm

    Welcome to my city! I hope you have a great trip :)

  36. #36 K Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 7:15 pm

    What a gorgeous hotel!! That sandwich (and lunch companion) sounds wonderful :)

  37. #37 Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 7:18 pm

    That monster sandwich looks delish! Looks like a beautiful day in the city =)

  38. #38 Jenn (j3nn.net) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 7:19 pm

    Welcome to NY! Awesome hotel room with a killer view!! That sandwich looks delish. I’ve never been to Chelsea Market, I want to visit it so badly.

    Jenn

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    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 7:22 pm

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  40. #40 Karla Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 7:30 pm

    Wow what a great hotel! So jealous!!
    Have a great time!!

  41. #41 Jules Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 7:36 pm

    Wow, that sandwich looks excellent! Have fun in NYC and enjoy that hotel room!

  42. #42 Jenna Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 7:53 pm

    hotel and lunch both look great!

  43. #43 maren Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 8:05 pm

    ahh i live so close to chelsea market!!! hope i run into u! looks like you’re having fun so far!

  44. #44 Elizabeth (The Dallas Celiac) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 8:05 pm

    Fabulous decor – I also love hotel rooms!

  45. #45 Lisa (bakebikeblog) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 8:13 pm

    oooh that hotel looks so nice! And what a great sandwich – I love sprouts :)

  46. #46 Run Sarah Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 8:22 pm

    What a gorgeous hotel! That sandwich looks amazing too!

  47. #47 Janine Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 8:57 pm

    Random, but I think I have stayed in that same hotel. So nice! Enjoy :)

  48. #48 Heather @ Get Healthy With Heather Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 9:29 pm

    Wow what a fancy shmanzy hotel!

  49. #49 Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 9:31 pm

    Oh my gosh– I LOVE fancy hotels like that!!! Super posh! Have such a great time, Tina! Can’t wait to hear allllllllllll about it!

  50. #50 Cole Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 9:40 pm

    I’m so jealous! Have a great time exploring the city!

  51. #51 Melissa (MelissaLikesToEat) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 9:50 pm

    Oooooh….that sandwich looks amazing!!! Have a great trip!

  52. #52 Leah Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 10:14 pm

    Whoooaaa fancy! me –> shoving toiletries from the bathroom into my purse (lol)

  53. #53 Christy Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 10:16 pm

    Woooah, what a sandwich! :) Yum!

  54. #54 The Brunette Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 10:26 pm

    Chelsea market!!!!!!! Every time I go, I pray that I run into a Food Network star. Has yet to happen :(

  55. #55 Ali@ Food, Fitness Fashion Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 10:29 pm

    WOW that rooms looks great! I would never get out of that robe, it is totally cocktail party attire, no? ;) I hope all have a great time, can’t wait to see more about it!

  56. #56 caronae Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 10:32 pm

    LOVE chelsea market. The gelato place looks so good there, and that’s where the Pioneer Woman had her book signing!

  57. #57 Amanda@thegrainsofparadise Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 11:27 pm

    I’ve never been to NYC before:-( Seemed like a beautiful day and your sandwitch looked so colorful and healthy!! Yum Yum!

  58. #58 Arlene @ Adventures in Weight Loss Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 11:37 pm

    That looks like a great hotel room and a fantastic lunch. I LOVE pickles. When I was writing restaurant reviews, I always gave extra points if the pickle that came with the sandwich was good.

  59. #59 Diana(mymarblerye) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 11:37 pm

    Jealous! Chelsea market is the best way to start your trip!!! Please get a cupcake!

  60. #60 Kathi Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 11:43 pm

    Love, love, love NYC!! Have fun, the hotel looks amazing!

  61. #61 Lauren @ BIOCHEMISTA Reply to this comment
    on Feb 8th, 2010 at 11:44 pm

    Wow, looks like such a great trip!!! I LOVE visiting NYC!!!! :) :)

  62. #62 Kemi @ Chronicles of Kemi Reply to this comment
    on Feb 9th, 2010 at 1:11 am

    Wow! What an amazing hotel! I love NYC!

  63. #63 Hannah Reply to this comment
    on Feb 9th, 2010 at 7:17 am

    I too take photos of every hotel room I stay in :) It’s part of the fun! And those sandwiches look deeelicious!

  64. #64 Maria Reply to this comment
    on Feb 9th, 2010 at 8:19 am

    I read about your blog in the health magazine and it sure did not disappoint. I love how real your posts are. I live in NYC and your posts about your trip are incredible:-).
    Maria

  65. #65 marla {Family Fresh Cooking} Reply to this comment
    on Feb 9th, 2010 at 8:43 am

    So fun!! I have never been to the Chelsea Market. They created it after I moved away from NYC. Must visit next time I am there!

  66. #66 Lina Reply to this comment
    on Feb 9th, 2010 at 9:05 am

    Yum! I love Friedmans veggie sandwich! And they have gluten free bread so I can finally have a sandwich while i’m out! Glad you’re loving ny :)

  67. #67 Samantha Angela @ Bikini Birthday Reply to this comment
    on Feb 9th, 2010 at 11:29 am

    I’d love to go to New York some time. I’ve never been to the East Coast.

  68. #68 Kristilyn (My 29th Year) Reply to this comment
    on Feb 9th, 2010 at 5:59 pm

    What a fancy hotel! I would sleep like a baby, too!

    New York looks like it would be an amazing place to visit. It’s funny because I hear of all these different foods or restaurants on food blogs but never have the opportunity to try any. Now when I go to different cities, I’ll have to keep this all in mind!

    That sandwich looks delish!

    K

  69. #69 Jenny Reply to this comment
    on Feb 9th, 2010 at 9:04 pm

    So exciting! I actually ate at Friedman’s the other weekend with my family and got the same sandwich, which was delicious, plus the sweet potato fries. Unreal! Have a great time in new york and hope you’re prepared for the snow storm that’s supposed to hit tomorrow!

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