S'MACLocated in the heart of the East Village, S'MAC (short for Sarita's Mac and Cheese) serves up many varieties of Mac & Cheese to comfort food craving customers every day. Can't decide between Pizza or Mac? Not a problem, try the Napoletana Mac made with fresh mozzarella, roasted tomatoes, garlic and fresh basil. With over a dozen different Macs to choose from, S'MAC will satisfy even the most picky of eaters--and if you don't find one on the menu that strikes your fancy then you can build your own! With a bright orange interior and a gourmet twist on a kid friendly staple, S'MAC is the perfect place to take your young foodies for a bite. They offer four different sizes, the "Nosh" is under $7 and it's perfect for little ones. S'MAC even offers Gluten free versions of their menu favorites so that everyone can enjoy this cheesy classic. Visit S'MAC to get your Mac & Cheese fix, or if you can't make it out of the house, just call for delivery!
S'MAC, 345 East 12th Street, between 1st and 2nd avenues, 212-358-7912

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October 3rd for Sarita's private tour of S'MAC's
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Jacques Torres ChocolateJacques Torres Chocolate--the only place in NYC you can watch a cocoa bean transform into a chocolate bar. Move over Willy Wonka, Jacques Torres is in town. This chocolatier specializes in hand-crafted chocolate made from only the best ingredients. With one location downtown and another in Brooklyn, JT has got your sweet tooth satisfied. A special "kid's space" in the downtown location makes little ones feel at home as they watch the master at work while making friends with other budding chocolate enthusiasts. Our mouthwatering favorites include hot chocolate, chocolate covered ginger, and truffles galore. Or best of all, try JT's famous Chocolate Chip Cookie, deemed "The Best Chocolate Chip Cookie" by the New York Times. Jacques Torres does chocolate better.
Jacques Torres Chocolate, 350 Hudson St, 212-414-2462

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Jacques Torres's Chocolate Chip Cookies
Makes about 2 dozen cookies
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

StandLooking for a restaurant with a kid-friendly atmosphere? Look no further than Stand in Union Square. This restaurant has it all: delicious burger combos, amazing fries, and awesome milkshakes. Move over Happy Meals, Stand's "Kid's Pack" includes a mini-burger, small fries, and a drink for only $8. For dessert, try the "Toasted Marshmallow" milkshake, as featured on the Food Network's Best Thing I Ever Ate--trust us, it's incredible. Stand's open air feel, fun music, and large booth seating make this burger joint perfect for families. Don't forget to check out the stars and stripes cow statue on the way out!
Stand, 24 East 12th St, between University Place & 5th Avenue, 212-488-5900.