Weekend Market Picks April 20 – 21, 2013: LazyLooz No Bake Biscuit Cakes

Recently at the Spring Fair Made in NYC, I was in dire need of a snack, a state in which I often find myself. Luckily, the next thing I came upon was a cool chocolaty sample of LazyLooz no-bake biscuit cakes. It was fantastic.

LazyLooz is the brainchild of Rakan Ammouri, based on a snack his mother used to make for her kids. LazyLooz are no-bake snack cakes made essentially from biscuits and chocolate, along with other ingredients as desired, such as coconut, peanut butter, coffee or orange zest. One package of LazyLooz includes six satisfying bite-sized pieces.

I brought home a chocolate chip LazyLooz and placed it in the fridge. After a dinner, I brought out a lovely pot of tea and the cold Looz. My husband enjoys all the treats we find in the markets as much as I do. This time was no exception. He took a bite of LazyLooz, closed his eyes and said, “Wow. That’s good.”

In addition to the gooey texture and the luscious, comforting flavors, I love that you can serve LazyLooz frozen, chilled or room temperature. Each temp produces a different experience, although mostly textural. Regardless of how cold or warm they are, however, LazyLooz taste like home.

And now they deliver! If you’re lucky enough to live in their delivery zone, get on the phone and order up a few Looz. Otherwise, I’m thrilled to say that we can find LazyLooz in the West Side Market, which, conveniently, is exactly midway between my office and my gym.

Weekend Market Picks!

Saturday, April 20, 2013

Real Designer Market: Same space, new management! This new market for independent designers is filling up the space at 268 Mulberry St. with some of the most exciting fashion and accessories designers emerging onto the scene. Check it out! 11am – 7PM, 268 Mulberry St., Manhattan

Saturday & Sunday, April 20 & 21, 2013:

Fulton Stall Market: It’s Opening Weekend! This market suffered significant damage when Hurricane Sandy hit the South Street Seaport. But they’re back and better than ever with a wonderful collection of farmers, food vendors and artisans! 11AM – 5PM, South Street between Beekman and Fulton Sts., Manhattan

Hell’s Kitchen Flea Market: Looking to add some pizzazz to your wardrobe or your home? Wander through this classic Manhattan flea market and let your imagination soak up all the possibilities with vintage clothes, unusual antiques and unexpected furnishings. 9AM – 5PM, West 39th Street between 9th & 10th Avenues, Manhattan

Sunday, April 21, 2013:

Astoria Market in the Beer Garden at Bohemian Hall: A Sunday outdoor artisan market in the midst of a beer garden. Seriously. What more could you possibly ask for? 1PM – 6PM, Bohemian Hall, 29-19 24 Ave., Astoria, Queens

Stuyvesant Town Greenmarket: It’s OPENING DAY of this good-sized farmers market! You don’t have to live in Stuy Town or Peter Cooper Village to shop here, but if you do live there, you’ll be glad to see your favorite farmers again, right?! 9:30AM – 4PM, South end of Stuyvesant Town Oval, near 14th St. Loop bet. 1st Ave. and Ave. A, Manhattan

Monday – Sunday April 22 – 28, 2013:

ID Pop Shop: Back for another wonderful pop-up, the Independent Designer Pop Shop is featuring a great roster of some of New York’s best and most innovative designers of fashion, accessories and decor! 11AM – 7PM, Chelsea Market, 75 9th Ave., Manhattan

Upcoming Spring Markets:

Saturday, April 27, 2o13: