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[REPOST] David's Brisket House, a Bed-Stuy Jewish Deli Run By Yemenite Muslims

2026-04-12T10:52:12-04:00

Bed-Stuy's David's Brisket House is a simple deli counter that prepares classic Jewish deli sandwiches such as pastrami, brisket & corned beef.

In this short video from 1 Minute Meal, we hear from the Yemenite Muslims who own and operate the Jewish Deli on why that makes no difference when it comes to Halal Jewish Deli cuisine.

David's Brisket House is a Jewish Deli run by Yemenite Muslims in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Bed-Stuy. This one-minute short is a snapshot of pastrami, brisket, and corned beef sandwiches that aren't strictly halal or kosher, but are 100% New York.

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[VIDEO] The Subway's Leftovers | NYC Subway Remnants and Provisions Part 1: Manhattan

2026-04-03T12:00:00-04:00

This fascinating video tour uncovers the hidden history of the New York City subway system by exploring a variety of remnants and provisions scattered throughout Manhattan. From the famous abandoned City Hall loop to lesser-known tunnel bellmouths, storage tracks, and closed station platforms, the footage provides a rare glimpse into infrastructure that was either part of the original subway design, built for expansion plans that never materialized, or decommissioned as the system modernized. By examining these architectural leftovers, viewers gain a deeper understanding of how the city transit network has evolved and the many secret spaces that still exist right beneath the feet of daily commuters. For those interested in learning more about the preservation of these historic sites, you can explore the New York Transit Museum to see how they keep the history of the subway alive.

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[VIDEO] Life Inside a Singular Artists' Enclave in Brooklyn | "The Candy Factory"

2026-03-28T12:00:00-04:00

Nestled in Brooklyn, "The Candy Factory" is a fascinating artist enclave thriving thanks to the unconventional guidance of Ann Valentine. Originally purchasing the former confectionary factory in 1979, Ann has cultivated a unique microorganism of creativity, acting as a part-time landlady and part-time fairy godmother to the diverse group of artists who call this building home. Unlike many other studio spaces in the city, this community is defined by collaboration, support, and a genuinely loving atmosphere rather than strict financial metrics. With residents having stayed for decades, the building stands as a resilient testament to nurturing artistic passion amidst a rapidly changing city landscape.

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[VIDEO] How a Chef Created Two Wildly Successful Pasta Restaurants

2026-03-24T12:00:00-04:00

Get an exclusive look inside the kitchen of chef Missy Robbins as she breaks down the art of pasta making at her acclaimed Williamsburg staples, Lilia and Misi. The video showcases the meticulous craftsmanship behind signature dishes like the pink peppercorn malfaldine and the fan-favorite spinach tortelli, highlighting how Robbins elevates familiar flavors through technique and dedication. Beyond the pasta, viewers get a glimpse of Lilia's famous off-menu rib-eye, the unique "Italian Job" soft serve dessert, and a visit to her retail shop, Misi Pasta, illustrating her profound impact on the local Brooklyn dining scene.

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[REPOST] [WATCH] How Oyster Beds Can Rebuild New York Harbor

2026-03-20T12:00:00-04:00

New York Harbor was a haven of incredible underwater biodiversity—until centuries of pollution turned it into a cesspool. Today, an alliance of architects, restaurateurs, scientists, and high school students is working to restore the harbor and protect the city from climate change. At the heart of the effort is a tiny creature with an outsized talent for cleanup: the extraordinary oyster.

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[VIDEO] DeKalb Junction: The Delay Capital of the NYC Subway

2026-03-11T12:00:00-04:00

DeKalb Junction is widely considered the bottleneck of the Brooklyn subway system, creating massive delays as multiple train lines converge at grade. To fix this mess, the video proposes a de-interlining plan that swaps the B and N trains to simplify tracking, creates a new storage yard at 38th Street to allow the R train to run to Coney Island via the West End line, and builds a new flyover to turn around local trains without blocking express service. By rearranging how these trains operate, the proposal promises a significant capacity increase across the 4th Avenue, Brighton, West End, and Sea Beach lines, aiming to transform one of the city's worst transit chokepoints into a faster, more efficient commute for local riders.

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[VIDEO] LookDownSeason, a Unique Time Lapse Film Showing Well-Known New York City Intersections From Above

2026-03-03T12:00:00-05:00

Brooklyn-based photographer Victor Thomas (previously) is an urban explorer and Instagrammer in New York City that scales buildings, rooftops, and bridges to get the perfect aerial view. In this unique time lapse video from Thomas, watch as he captures well-known intersections in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens, all from above in a mesmerizing time lapse. Check out his Instagram @vic.invades for more of Thomas' urban exploration photos and videos.

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[VIDEO] Tourist in Your Own Town Explores Brooklyn Heights' Landmarked Our Lady of Lebanon Cathedral

2026-02-19T12:00:00-05:00

The New York Landmarks Conservancy's Tourist in Your Own Town series explores some of New York’s best hidden gems as well as some of the classic iconic landmarks.

In this video from the series, we take a look at Brooklyn Heights' Our Lady of Lebanon, a landmarked cathedral built in 1844 that has had significant historical impact throughout Brooklyn and New York City over the past century and a half.

Our Lady of Lebanon Cathedral, located within the Brooklyn Heights Historic District, was designed by Richard Upjohn in a Romanesque Revival style in 1844. The building originally housed the Church of the Pilgrims congregation, until that group merged with the nearby Plymouth Church in 1934. The building was sold in 1944 to the Lebanese Roman Catholic congregation known as Maronites, who had a growing community in Brooklyn.

As part of the early work to renovate the site, new exterior doors were added from the French luxury liner, the SS Normandie. Other components were also brought in from the 1948 demolition of the Charles Schwab mansion on the Upper West Side and marble flooring from the French and Lebanese pavilions at the 1939 World's Fair.

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[WATCH] Fake Buildings of New York: The Structures That Hide Something

2026-02-17T12:00:00-05:00

New York City's bustling streets hide some truly fascinating secrets: buildings that aren't what they seem! From the massive, windowless 33 Thomas Street, designed to withstand a nuclear blast and believed to be an NSA surveillance hub, to a charming Brooklyn Heights townhouse that's actually a subway ventilation shaft, the city is full of architectural deceptions. You'll also discover a faux residential complex in the Bronx concealing an electrical substation, the iconic Flatiron Building's surprisingly thin appearance, and a beautifully preserved historic laboratory on Roosevelt Island that now houses subway infrastructure. While some of these "fake" facades blend seamlessly, others, like the unfinished-looking MTA building in Greenwich Village, sparked local controversy, revealing the surprising stories behind New York's hidden structures.

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[VIDEO] Take a Peek Inside Park Slope's Incredible Montauk Club Building

2026-02-12T12:00:00-05:00

A Park Slope fixture, the Montauk Club's striking clubhouse is home to New York's first private club. Learn the history of the 130 year old institution and the amenities they provide today.

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