Brunch over Lunch!

     While walking around Chelsea with a friend, the hunger pains soon took over and we decided  to eat before continuing our shopping quest. Where to go? Still late enough for breakfast, the right time for lunch, but perfect for brunch! We came across a cute spot where you could smell the waffles outside and watch them being made. I think everyone is aware of my obsession of waffles from my last post, so naturally this was the spot.

     From the moment you walk in Petite Abeille, your filled with a sense of comfort from watching the men create waffles, to the warm and cozy decor. The menu was extremely exciting from the choice of Belgian waffles, omelets, sandwiches, and Belgian fries. Being in my 'brunch' mood, I decided on the Parisienne Omelet and Guafre au Sucre. The omelet not only looked delicious, but lived up to its appearance. From the first bite, I was sold on the fresh tomatoes, egg, and ham. However, the deal breaker was when I tasted a bite of Gruyere cheese--delicious! Everything was seamlessly proportioned in the omelet so you always had a bite full of all of the exciting ingredients.

     After partaking in in the Parisienne omelet, it was time for the good stuff! Although my instincts lead me toward the Guafre Dame Blanche (Waffle with vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, and whipped cream), I decided on the Guafre au Sucre (Waffle with sugar and strawberry sauce). It was time to get over my stigma of mixing fruit into my dessert and obsession with chocolate and ice cream being necessary ingredients in my waffle escapades. The Guafre au Sucre waffle was perfectly toasted and had a 'fluffy' taste to it. It was sprinkled with just the right amount of powder sugar and surrounded by the strawberry sauce. To my delight, the strawberry sauce was real and tasted delicious.   

  Petite Abielle was the perfect choice and eased both of our hunger pains leading us to a great day of shopping. I definitely plan on visiting again and get in on some of those Belgian fries!