New York definitely doesn’t leave much to be desired when it comes to sweets. This is the place that invented the Cronut, after all. From perfect pastries to world-famous cheesecake, these are the NYC desserts worth gaining a few pounds for.
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Junior's Restaurant
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Photograph: Paul Wagtouicz
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Photograph: Raydene Salinas
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Photograph: Filip Wolak
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