"Johnette Downing has done it again! This is a perfect book to read to (and sing with!) children, whether they are in your house or at school. Deborah Kadair's fanciful illustrations are delicious, and Johnette's helpful explanations provide a learning experience to go along with the fun. Do yourself a favor, and 'come and eat it up!'"
--Nancy Silber, elementary music teacher, the Dalton School

"A delightful evocation of some of New York State's most beloved foods. Guaranteed to make your stomach rumble as you read along."
--Louis Alvarez, independent filmmaker, the Center for New American Media

From apples on Monday to cheesecake on Friday, celebrated singer, songwriter, and author Johnette Downing introduces children to seven days of classic New York goodies. A playful adaptation of a traditional song, this brightly illustrated tour of the Empire State features such favorite foods as Buffalo wings, pastrami, and hot dogs. A "Word Menu" at the end of the book, along with tips and trivia about the great state of New York, round out this toothsome trip through a week's worth of tasty eats. Come and eat it up!

Only in New York do they eat apples on Monday, pastrami on Tuesday, and Buffalo wings on Wednesday. Award-winning children's musician Johnette Downing presents here a delightful picture book about all the goodies that lucky New York children can enjoy every day of the week. Deborah Ousley Kadair's whimsical collage illustrations add the flavor.