I’m eating here! In search of the perfect New York bagel, pizza slice, cookie and more
“Where can I find the best bagel in New York?” It was a question I typed into Google several times in the run-up to my summer trip to the Big Apple, swapping out “bagel” for other New York staples, from cookies to slices of pizza. I also asked around, quizzing friends who had visited and locals I met along the way. In a city as big as New York , it was no surprise to receive an abundance of…
In the weeks leading up to a summer vacation in New York City, the author searched online for the best bagel, pizza slice, cookie, and more, also seeking advice from friends and locals. A food walking tour of Midtown Manhattan was booked, promising iconic bites and historical insights from an expert guide.
Led by Ben, the tour started with a bagel at Black Seed Bagels in Rockefeller Center. The everything bagel with cream cheese, priced at $2.25, introduced the city's food history and sparked debate over what defines a New York bagel. The tour continued through Times Square, John’s Pizzeria, Angelina Paris, The Nook, Bryant Park, Grand Central Terminal, and Joe’s, sampling diverse NYC foods like coal-fired brick oven pizzas, cold chocolate, Levain Bakery cookies, and steamed soup dumplings.
Ben provided historical context, sharing insights about the city's architecture, landmarks, and cultural significance. The tour ended at Pen Top, the Peninsula hotel’s rooftop bar, where the author reflected on the day's culinary adventure and the ongoing debate about the city's best bagel or pizza slice.
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