Recently, I've been obsessed with ordering mini-cookies by the pound. I love the variety, and it satisfies my frequent indecision; this way, one can have a bit of everything by the pound without having to fully commit to just one type. My two go-to places for these cookies are Patisserie Claude in the West Village and Blackhound Bakery in the East Village. More

[Photo: Kathy YL Chan] I'll never tired of the tiny cakes from Blackhound in the East Village, perfectly portioned for two. The Pear-Almond ($7.50) is classic, coupling a full-bodied Bavarian cream with fresh poached pears. The duo is tucked... More