Chapter 1
The art of subway survival
Chapter 2
Delis, bodegas, and bagel etiquette
Chapter 3
Sidewalk speedways and street signs
Chapter 4
Southern manners meet city grit
Ch 2 · Delis, bodegas, and bagel etiquette
Quiz
Which ingredient is considered a highly controversial addition to a classic New York bagel?
BETA
sonia Swipe through hilariously bad advice to discover the unwritten rules of surviving New York.
Quiz
Why do New York bagels taste distinctively different from bagels made in other regions?
sonia New York Bagel Etiquette
Don't scoop it! Don't scoop it! Catskill water makes that perfect chew!
Quiz
What classic breakfast sandwich is traditionally ordered in one rapid breath at an NYC deli?
Fun Fact
Bagel boiling: Authentic New York bagels are boiled in water before baking, which gelatinizes the starch on the outside and creates their signature chewy crust.
Quiz
What is the standard tipping percentage for table service in New York City restaurants?
Glossary
bodega (noun)
A small neighborhood grocery store or convenience shop, typically in an urban area. New York City hosts thousands of these stores, which famously feature resident cats roaming the aisles.
A small neighborhood grocery store or convenience shop, typically in an urban area. New York City hosts thousands of these stores, which famously feature resident cats roaming the aisles.