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[WATCH] We Tried NYC’s Best Texas BBQ

2026-08-15T12:00:00-04:00

Embark on a culinary adventure to Red Hook, Brooklyn, where the renowned Hometown Bar-B-Que serves up what some call the best Texas-style barbecue outside of Texas. Opened in 2013 by Brooklyn native Billy Durney, who honed his pit master skills traveling to BBQ hotspots, the restaurant has earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand. The journey to Red Hook from Midtown Manhattan can be over an hour by subway, but the hosts recommend taking the free NY Waterway ferry to IKEA Brooklyn for scenic views and a quicker, albeit indirect, route. Upon arrival, the irresistible smoky aroma and a consistent line out the door are clear indicators of its popularity. Inside, the converted garage boasts a rustic ambiance with exposed wood, string lights, and an American flag. The hosts sampled a feast, including impossibly tender beef rib, moist and flavorful brisket, sweet and tangy spare ribs, a perfectly balanced pastrami sandwich, a unique pulled pork sandwich with a dill-forward slaw, buttery cornbread, and a refreshing banana pudding. Despite the high prices, the exceptional quality, especially of the beef rib and brisket, makes it a must-try for barbecue enthusiasts in New York City. Billy Durney has expanded his culinary empire to include additional Hometown Bar-B-Que locations, Red Hook Tavern, and other dining concepts.

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[WATCH] A Day at the Most Hyped Mexican Restaurant in NYC

2026-08-13T12:00:00-04:00

Bon Appétit spends a day at Corima, a New York City restaurant that earned a Michelin star just 11 months after opening. Head Chef and owner Fidel Caballero guides viewers through Corima's dedication to Northern Mexican cuisine, which involves whole-animal butchery of lamb, dry-aging proteins, fermentation, and making fresh sourdough flour tortillas daily. The team showcases their impressive techniques while preparing dishes for their tasting and à la carte menus, including a morel taco stuffed with lamb sausage and lamb fat-roasted morels. Additionally, Chef Caballero and his wife Sofia Ostos visit their new bar, Bar Chucho, in Chinatown, where they're putting the finishing touches before opening, offering a distinct menu with items like a burger and various cocktails. The video concludes with the team at Corima preparing for a busy dinner service, highlighting their meticulous prep and collaborative kitchen environment.

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[VIDEO] How Brooklyn’s Best Pancakes are Made

2026-08-10T12:00:00-04:00

Chef Jake Leiber of Chez Ma Tante in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, shares his perfected pancake recipe, renowned for being “crispy, fluffy and delightfully simple” (according to The New York Times). The process involves building the batter with eggs, extra egg yolks, sugar, salt, baking powder, whole milk, clarified butter, and a touch of lemon zest. Chef Leiber emphasizes resting the batter for at least an hour to hydrate and cool it, resulting in a thick consistency. The pancakes are then fried in a generous amount of clarified butter (also known as ghee) on a hot griddle, ensuring a crispy edge and a toasted marshmallow flavor. Finally, they are stacked high, topped with whipped salted butter, and drenched in Pennsylvania maple syrup.

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[VIDEO] The Oldest Pasta Machine Still Being Used In NYC

2026-08-04T12:00:00-04:00

Meet George Joseph Switzer III, who runs Queen Ann Ravioli, a pasta shop in Brooklyn founded by his father in 1972. The shop prides itself on using vintage machinery, including a pasta machine from 1909 believed to be the only one of its kind still in daily operation in the country. These machines, operated by a dedicated team, produce thousands of pounds of pasta weekly, contributing to nearly $2 million in annual revenue. Despite the challenges posed by rising costs, mass production from larger companies, and the changing demographics of the neighborhood, George is committed to preserving this traditional way of doing business, ensuring each batch of ravioli, tortellini, and manicotti maintains its unique, handcrafted quality.

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[VIDEO] $21 vs. $68 Pizza! Adam Richman Eats NYC's Best Old School & New School Slices

2026-08-02T12:00:00-04:00

Join food enthusiast and host Adam Richman on a culinary journey through New York City as he explores the age-old debate of classic vs. contemporary pizza. First, Adam visits Krispy Pizza in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, where owner Freddy Palazzolo shares how his family has upheld traditional pizza-making for over 50 years. Then, Adam ventures to Manhattan to experience Ceres Pizza, a modern pizzeria founded by Eleven Madison Park alums Jacob Serebnick and Julian Geldmacher, who apply high-end culinary techniques to craft their celebrated (and pricey) pies.

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[VIDEO] NYC’s New Hit Sandwich Is an Indian-ish Sensation

2026-07-25T12:00:00-04:00

On a tucked-away side street in the West Village is Fonty's Deli + Dukaan, a new spot that has drawn lines down the block for its unique “Indian-ish” sandwiches. Co-owners Viraj Borkar, Varsha Harlalka, and Arjun Gupta blend cultures and flavors into creations like the popular Naanini, a panini-style sandwich pressed between freshly baked naan and filled with chicken tikka, Kerala beef, or chana masala. The deli also serves classic Bombay sandwiches and a unique South Indian filter coffee. The owners view their sandwiches as a point of connection, reflecting the American immigrant experience through familiar and beloved food forms, creating a tapestry of experiences for New Yorkers.

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[VIDEO] America’s #1 Burger is Served at NYC’s Best New Bar

2026-07-19T12:00:00-04:00

Join Executive Chef Mike Bagale of Sip & Guzzle as he takes us through a day in the kitchen of his acclaimed New York City bar, known for its innovative Japanese-American fusion menu. Chef Bagale, with a background from a three-Michelin-starred restaurant, applies fine-dining techniques to dishes like the signature #1 Wagyu Tavern Burger, Royale With Cheese, Electric Chicken, and a unique Foie Gras Mont Blanc dessert. From morning prep of fresh-ground A5 Wagyu and house-made buns to perfecting delicate Nori rolls and the world's thinnest Bikini sandwich, the video showcases the meticulous production and creative energy behind Sip & Guzzle's highly praised culinary offerings.

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[WATCH] Italian Tries the Best Pizza in New York

2026-07-14T12:00:00-04:00

In this engaging video, an Italian host embarks on a culinary quest to discover the best pizza New York City has to offer. He samples a variety of styles, visiting renowned pizzerias such as Village Square Pizza, Zero Otto Nove, L'industrie Pizzeria, and John's of Bleecker Street. The journey culminates at Una Pizza Napoletana, which has been crowned the best pizzeria in the United States. The host interviews owner Anthony Mangieri, who shares his three decades of experience, the history of his Neapolitan-style pizza, and his philosophy on maintaining quality and authenticity. Despite finding some good New York slices, the host declares Una Pizza Napoletana the standout, praising its traditional flavors and Anthony's dedication to his craft.

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[VIDEO] She Won the Best Young Chef Award, Now NYC Is Obsessed With Her Oxtail

2026-07-13T12:00:00-04:00

Chef India Doris won Michelin’s 2025 Young Chef Award, Northeast, showcasing her talent at her debut NYC restaurant, Markette. The menu blends Caribbean soul with European precision, reflecting Doris's decades of experience in Michelin-starred kitchens. Popular dishes include the braised oxtail gratin, which moves 100 pounds weekly, her peri peri chicken that demonstrates a mastery of heat and restraint, and beloved salt cod fritters, often ordered before guests even open the menu. The video takes viewers behind the scenes as the kitchen prepares these dishes, from searing oxtail and butchering chicken to making peri peri sauce and coco bread.

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[VIDEO] I Tried NYC Tourist Trap Restaurants

2026-07-09T12:00:00-04:00

The host of this video embarks on a culinary adventure through New York City, testing 8 popular restaurants often labeled as "tourist traps" to determine if they live up to their reputation or offer genuine value. He samples a variety of dishes, including pastrami at Katz's Delicatessen, pizza from Famous Original Ray's Pizza, pastries from Carlo's Bake Shop, a three-course lunch at Gallagher's Steakhouse, nachos and pasta at Margaritaville, diverse offerings at Time Out Market, and pizza from Juliana's Pizza. Each spot is evaluated on price, food quality, and overall ambiance, leading to surprising conclusions about which establishments are indeed traps and which are hidden gems that locals can also appreciate.

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