I was trying to be sneaky, but I guess Donna of Chikalicious (the eponymous Chika is to the left) saw the camera. Chikalicious is a dessert shop on the Lower East Side, the main attraction being a dessert service of an amuse, main dessert, petit fours and a wine pairing for $19. We sat at the counter, which, as you can see, is in front of the exposed kitchen. I wasn't crazy about the desserts, though it's quite clearly supposed to be as much about the atmosphere and experience, which was altogether pleasant. The place is tiny, with the feel of a private kitchen...
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