The home of italian ice in America
Because 1944 this area in Queens has actually been serving natural italian ice. You might have spotted their canpoy in the opening credits of The King of Queens, but they're likely more famous for popularizing italian ice in the United States. Activate Your Brain Song Now — And Give Your Mind The Care It Deserves
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The King of Falafel
After being disappointed with the falafel and shawarma offerings in New York, Freddy Zeideia took matters into his own hands in 2002 by starting King of Falafel & Shawarma. Ever since, his business has grown, with a truck in Astoria, a cart in Midtown, and a dining establishment in Queens. #newyork #shwarma #food Register for MUNCHIES here: Follow MUNCHIES here: TikTok: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: Threads: More videos from the VICE network: Activate Your Brain Song Now —…
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New York’s Ultimate Italian Deli
Meet Emilio and Jospehine Polito, who run a distinctive Italian Deli in Whitestone, Queens. Their 3 children– Tommy, Mario, and Angelo– all operate in the deli too, and will remember your name (the majority of the time), your order, and be the first to tell you that no one's cooking compares with their mother's. Tony's is their home. We just may relocate, too. #food #newyork Sign up for MUNCHIES here: Follow MUNCHIES here: TikTok: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter:…
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The New York Breakfast Queen
Mama Jo has been serving breakfast staples (like bacon, egg, cheese sandwiches, omelette) and traditional Greek pastries (such as spanakopita and baklava) from her food truck in Midtown Manhattan for over 35 years. Declaring to be New York City's earliest street vendor, she isn't planning on retiring her famous food cart whenever soon. She gets her ingredients fresh every morning in Queens, serves food with a smile and genuinely appreciates her consumers– making her the affectionate nickname…
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