New York-style Pizza
Often eaten: Lunch or dinner
Known for: New York City
everyday meal
4 dishes to discover
Food of New York
New York City is a melting pot of cultures, and that means amazing food from all around the world! Whether you're munching on a giant slice of pizza or trying something new at a food festival, there's always something delicious to discover.
Featured Dishes
Meal Culture
In New York, food is very diverse and exciting! People love to enjoy different types of meals, from pizza slices on the street to fancy dinners at restaurants. It's a place where you can taste flavors from all around the world!
Eating Etiquette
Many people in New York eat on the move, grabbing quick bites as they go about their day. If you're eating at a restaurant, saying 'please' and 'thank you' is always nice, and don't forget to tip your server!
When People Eat It
Bagels
Often eaten: Often eaten for breakfast, brunch, or a quick anytime snack.
Known for: Jewish communities in New York City
breakfast treat
Cheesecake
Often eaten: Usually enjoyed as dessert after a meal or as a special treat.
Known for: New York City
special dessert
Hot Dogs
Often eaten: Lunch or snack
Known for: New York City
quick snack
Make It Yourself
👩🍳 Cook together! Always ask a grown-up to help with hot or sharp steps.
New York-style PizzaPizza
Makes 1 large pizzaIngredients
- 1 ballPizza dough
- 3/4 cup (180 ml)Tomato sauce
- 2 cups (200 g)Low-moisture mozzarella, grated
- 1 tbspOlive oil
- 1 tspDried oregano
How to Make It
- 1Ask a grown-up to heat the oven as hot as it goes (about 500°F / 260°C).
- 2Stretch the dough into a large thin circle on a floured tray.
- 3Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce, leaving a bare edge for the crust.
- 4Sprinkle the mozzarella evenly over the sauce.
- 5Bake for about 10 minutes, until the crust is crisp and the cheese is golden.
- 6Sprinkle with oregano, then slice into big foldable wedges.
BagelsBagels
Makes 8 bagelsIngredients
- 4 cups (500 g)Bread flour
- 1 1/4 cups (300 ml)Warm water
- 1 packet (7 g)Yeast
- 2 tbsp (30 ml)Honey
- 2 tspSalt
- for toppingSesame or poppy seeds
How to Make It
- 1Stir the yeast and honey into the warm water, then mix in the flour and salt to make a stiff dough.
- 2Knead well, then let it rise for 1 hour.
- 3Shape pieces into balls and poke a hole in the center of each.
- 4Ask a grown-up to boil the bagels for 1 minute on each side.
- 5Sprinkle with seeds and place on a lined tray.
- 6Bake at 425°F (220°C) for about 20 minutes, until golden and chewy.
CheesecakeCheesecake
Makes 12 servingsIngredients
- 1 1/2 cups (150 g)Graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup (75 g)Butter, melted
- 4 packs (32 oz / 900 g)Cream cheese
- 1 1/4 cups (250 g)Sugar
- 4 eggsEggs
- 1 tbspVanilla
How to Make It
- 1Mix the cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- 2Beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- 3Mix in the eggs one at a time, then the vanilla.
- 4Pour the filling over the crust.
- 5Ask a grown-up to bake at 325°F (160°C) for about 1 hour, until just set in the middle.
- 6Cool, then chill overnight — true New York cheesecake is tall and creamy.
Hot DogsHot Dog
Makes 4 hot dogsIngredients
- 4 sausagesHot dog sausages
- 4 bunsHot dog buns
- to serveMustard
- 1/2 cupSauerkraut or onions
How to Make It
- 1Ask a grown-up to bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer.
- 2Add the hot dogs and warm them for about 5 minutes.
- 3Lightly toast the buns if you like.
- 4Put a hot dog in each bun.
- 5Top with mustard and sauerkraut or onions.
- 6Enjoy a classic New York street-cart snack.
Vocabulary
New York City has its own kind of pizza called 'New York-style pizza,' which is different from the deep dish pizza made famous in Chicago. Both are delicious, but they look and taste quite different!