Newly Opened: Dominique Ansel Bakery

Dominique Ansel bakery opened its doors November 2 on 189 Spring Street in Soho.  The shop features an array of French pastry by Dominique Ansel, formerly of Daniel Boulud and Fauchon in Paris, respectively.  Bakery insiders informed me that it was a successful opening with most of their sweets selling out by 4PM on Wednesday.

On your inaugural visit, Dominique Ansel Bakery recommends:

Breakfast: DKA--Dominique's Kouign Amann (pronounced KOO-WEEN AH-MAHN) which is a pastry with a flaky and tender center and a crispy caramelized outer crust. Each piece is made by the chef, Dominique Ansel himself.

Lunch: Roasted Pork Club

Dessert: Paris - NY (a twist on the Paris Brest made with chocolate, caramel, and peanuts)

Gifts: Mini-Me's (their signature line of miniature meringues)

The bakery also boasts macarons, brioches and the ever-French pain au chocolat. 

Pastries costs $2.50-about $5.75

Dominique's Kouign Amann is about $5.25

Sandwiches and salads are between $9.00-$12.00

Find them at 189 Spring Street.  Closest subway lines are the A,C or E.  Call 212-219-2773. 

 

A Discussion with the CEO of Groupon Singapore

Karl Chong, CEO of Groupon Singapore is  Pictured in Front Wearing the Iconic Brooklyn Hoodie

The Trump Soho New York Hotel was the site of an informal presentation by Karl Chong, CEO of Groupon Singapore on Saturday, March 6, 2011. The event was filled to capacity and attended by many aspiring and existing entrepreneurs in the New York City area.

Chong, born in Singapore, and raised Australia, worked in investment banking prior to starting Beeconomic, an online company that offers group discounts on consumer products and services. It was one of the first of its kind in Singapore and it was an overnight success. The company, after only 6 months of existence was purchased by Groupon to the sum estimated at $24 million.

During his discussion, he talked about the trials and tribulations of starting a business and the risks that he took in leaving his job and beginning a business concept that was foreign to the Singaporean market. Chong advised any aspiring entrepreneur that the keys to building a successful business involve believing in one's idea even when many disagree with the potential for success; hiring smart people is necessary and to always be kind to one's staff and potential customers.


The discussion and networking event was presented by LUX Connections.