Chelsea Market and Posman Books

I had a day to myself in NYC and I went on a BuJo themed tour of the city.  I looked up a few places that people recommended and a few that I found on Google myself.  Speaking of Google - look what is right across the street from my first stop!

My first stop this day was Chelsea Market.  I had never been here before, so I was looking forward to exploring.  Chelsea Market is filled with unique market stands, lots of yummy things to eat, pop up shops, sample sales, flea and craft markets.... and a book store.  

I am a tea freak and loved this stand.  I got some tea and some unique spice blends.

No Crabs Allowed! 

I also love cheese!

Fresh prepared foods at an Italian Stand

The walkway in the middle of the market.

Poseman books

What I loved about Posman Books after I Googled it -found it by accident- is that it is an independent book shop.  They have only 3 locations, all in NYC.  There are so few small independent, family owned businesses left, I always try and patronize those that I find.

                                                              

There were lots and lots of journals.

Lots of pens and fun stuff at the register.

This was a super cool area of the market. Check out the New York is my Boyfriend bag in the middle.
The artist that does these bags is Pamela Barksy.  

Thought this was a fun name for a soap company.

Now I'm hungry!  Lunch at a Taco Stand - see the big piece of pork on the spit?

My Lunch - Pork taco - YUMMY! Want to go back and get another one or two!