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Read about the food, eateries, neighborhoods, and people that make New York what it is.

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food truck, halal, Queens

Rise of the NYC Halal Cart

Ryan Radwan

Fast. Profitable. From plates of Meat over Rice to a cultural phenomenon.

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Staten Island

From SL to SI: How Staten Island Became “Little Sri Lanka”

Diana Kolari, Sabrina Derkach, Gurjot Bains

You might not expect some of New York’s best Sri Lankan food to be found on Staten Island, but for locals, it’s no secret.

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Bronx, Brooklyn, cafe, dessert, manhattan, Queens, Staten Island

Tiramisù: History, Facts, and More

Dylan Cospito

Learn about the history, culture, and community of the classic Italian dessert Tiramisù. Learn what the dessert means to NYC and all around the world.

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Japanese, Staten Island

The Yummiest Fish: Sushi in New York City

Jenna Betz, Jordana Caserta, Felicia Cruciata, Nicole Kindja, Anjali Nair, Sofia Nielsen

Sushi’s rise in New York City is not just a food trend, rather it is a story that began long ago. From a centuries-old method of preserving fish in Southeast Asia to one of the most recognizable foods in modern New York City, sushi’s journey reflects a powerful story of cultural exchange, adaptation, and resilience.

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Chinese, manhattan

Fujianese Cuisine & Chinese Immigration in NYC

Cereus Chen, Vincent Moccio

Chinese food is well known and beloved by New Yorkers, but how does it affect the Chinatown community? Let’s take a look at the arrival of Fujianese immigrants to New York City, and how they have shaped the city’s food scene.

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bodega, food truck, Latin American, Staten Island

The “Forgotten” Borough’s Decadent Dominican Delights

Ashley Arndt, Kiera Cassidy, Meewal Jacob, Nicole Mormile, & Jake Pechter

The ferry may take you here, but it’s what you do next that dictates whether you’ll ever get a taste of Staten Island’s decadent Dominican delights.

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Bronx, Brooklyn, manhattan, pizza, Queens, Staten Island

The People’s Pizza: How a Simple Slice Became a City Staple

Abdallah Saad, Daniel Pfleger, Jayson Gonzalez, Raymond Contessa

Whether you’re a lifelong New Yorker or just passing through, the dollar slice is a rite of passage. Beyond the price, it’s a symbol of a city that never sleeps. Bite into the history, culture, and immigrant traditions behind NYC’s most iconic, foldable, and affordable street food staple.

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Caribbean, dessert, Latin American

The Piña Colada: From Local Drink to Global Phenomenon

Mia Cole and Julia Schmidberger

The piña colada may seem like just a tropical vacation drink, but behind its sweet blend of pineapple, coconut, and rum is a story of culture and identity that has made it one of the world’s most recognizable cocktails.

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Staten Island

From Vietnam to New York: Immigration, Identity, and Cuisine

Alexandra Deligente, Irene Wu, Mehdina Nimatova

Vietnamese immigration has made a lasting impact on New York City’s food scene, both with the introduction of traditional dishes and the creation of new ones unique to our American culture. Our article discusses the factors leading to Vietnamese immigration and the dishes it has brought us.

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