I used to live in NYC and now live in NJ but I can tell you a couple of places to go in NYC: For eating: Mesa Grill, fifth avenue Zarela's, don't have address, sorry For shopping: Kitchen Market - 218 Eighth Avenue, NYC (212)243-4433 - they have chiles, dried and fresh, flaked or powdered, hot sauces, salsas, you name it. This is just the beginning. I'll get more information for you before you go. RisaG