For nearly 30 years, Elpida Vasiliadis, known as the Souvlaki Lady, has been serving up Greek souvlaki from her street cart in Astoria, Queens. Over time, it’s become a symbol of the neighborhood, her Greek heritage and family legacy. Elpida’s customer base spans generations of families who have been eating at her cart for decades. Elpida is no stranger to the food industry: Her recipes come from a restaurant her parents owned in Thessaloniki. Follow along as we take you behind the scenes of a day in the life of the Souvlaki Lady.
[VIDEO] What are the Bronx Neighborhoods? (The Bronx Map Breakdown)
Let's explore the Bronx! The Bronx, one of the five boroughs of New York City, is located in the northern part of the city. Known for its rich history, diverse culture, and vibrant communities, it has played a significant role in various aspects of American culture.
Notable landmarks include Yankee Stadium, home of the New York Yankees; the Bronx Zoo, one of the largest zoos in the United States; and the New York Botanical Garden, which is a National Historic Landmark.
The borough hosts several education institutions, including The Bronx High School of Science (think Spider Man movie), Fordham University, and CUNY’s Lehman College and Bronx Community College.
The Bronx also offers ample green spaces, including Pelham Bay Park (with Orchard Beach), which is the city's largest park, and Van Cortlandt Park.
But what are the different neighborhoods of The Bronx? Where are they situated and how do they relate to each other? Let’s learn the geographical map breakdown of The Bronx in NYC in this video!
[VIDEO] How One of New York’s Best Pizzeria Makes 140,000 Pizzas In Its Coal-Fired Oven Every Year
Grimaldi's is a legendary pizzeria in New York City known for its authentic New York-style coal-oven pizza. Over the past 30 years, it has gained the admiration of both tourists and locals. […] But what truly sets the pizzeria apart is its production volume and team. Each day, veteran pizzaiolos hand-stretch 500 pies, expertly slice 200 pounds of fresh mozzarella, and manage a 1,000-degree oven. While the pizzeria has changed hands over the years and expanded to more than 45 locations across the United States, the Brooklyn flagship has preserved the traditional recipes and kept most of its original staff. We visited Grimaldi's flagship to see how it makes its pizzas in such big batches.