Fantastic Flavors in a New York Minute

The Big Apple boasts many claims to fame, from the prominent Empire State Building to its iconic arts and sports venues. But these two delectable meal options from Eat NYC: The Iconic Recipes That Feed the City prove that there’s more to this metropolis than that. The twists on classic comfort foods that follow can help you bring New York City’s eminent culinary prowess into your own kitchen.

Forget ordinary flapjacks—this vanilla-packed, honey-topped buttermilk version is true to classic New York diners.

This recipe elevates simple home-cooked pasta with spicy chiles, garlic, and just a touch of strong vodka.

Recipes from Eat NYC: The Iconic Recipes That Feed the City by Yasmin Newman. Smith Street Books, 2024. Photography by Alan Benson. Food styling by Lucy Tweed.