When Robyn Lee first wrote about macarons in 2007, there were some, but not many macaron shops in New York; but fast forward to 2011 and they're all over the place. But which macarons are the best in the city? We tasted hundreds to find out. More

[Photographs: Kathy YL Chan] It's not very often that the $14 prix fixe menu at ChikaLicious changes, but when it does, you can be guaranteed that the new items will be great. An amuse, main dish of your picking,... More

We know, we know—it's been years since cupcakes first hit New York. And Serious Eats is not the sort of blog that breathlessly covers every new cupcakery in the city. But at some point, we came to the realization that, when asked where sold the best cupcakes in New York City, we didn't have an answer. And that just wouldn't do. So we tracked down New York's best. More

[Photo: Kathy YL Chan] Back in April, we mentioned the Chocolate Iced Sorbet Macaron ($2.50); and yes, it's perfect for a midday bite while strolling in the East Village. But as awesome that macaron is, we suggest you pass... More

[Photo: Kathy YL Chan] We've got two takes on Matcha Cakes for you today. The first is by Lady M on the Upper East Side, though you can also find this cake at the Soho Dean & Deluca's. Lady... More

[Photo: Kathy YL Chan] A recent stop at ChikaLicious Dessert Club called to attention two relatively new desserts. First up, a Chocolate Sorbet Iced Macaron ($2.50): a mini-ice cream sandwich in which housemade dark chocolate sorbet is sandwiched between... More

[Photo: Kathy Chan] It's not often you'll find new menu items at ChikaLicious Dessert Club, but when they do show up, they're often a hit. I spotted chocolate and vanilla eclairs on the menu a few months back, but... More

A set of three cakes recently made way on the menu at ChikaLicious in the East Village—Strawberry Shortcake, Green Tea & Grand Marnier, and Valhrona Chocolate Cake. When asked for a recommendation, the owner pointed us in the direction... More