DOSSIER

With the new Condé Nast offices in 1 World Trade center, it’s no surprise that the Financial District is getting a much-needed update. Let’s just say I haven’t been down to the Financial District in about five years, but the hottest new European outpost to hit New York, Le District made the visit worth while. Think of Le District as a French version of Eataly. With everything from a petite flower market and an extensive spice pantry to fresh-baked breads and picturesque pastries. My favorite section of course was the fromagerie, with a focus on European cheeses and a few Vermont cheeses sprinkled in the mix.  The best part of the fromagerie are the descriptive words on each cheese card which help you identify the flavors in the cheese. Some examples include luscious/fresh, zest/moss, forest floor/oozy, cake-like/fresh mushroom. Those descriptive little words alone will keep you at the counter for hours, tasting everything in sight. Elizabeth (from The Note Passer) joined me on the adventure. We grabbed some cheese and fresh bread and enjoyed sitting outside in the warm spring air looking over the Hudson River. If picnics aren’t your thing, don’t fret, Le District offers three full dining experiences within the market.