El Gallo Giro Mothership vs Bella Puebla #2 – Search for the Cemita

There are many things to take notice of in the case of a cemita. One of the most obvious, but rarely satisfactory, is the sesame seed egg roll. My latest inclinations have been pointing towards bakeries as a likely source for greatness. Also obvious is the subject of the sandwich like beef or chicken cutlet [...]

Agua Frescas and Fruit – Between 104 and 108 in Corona

This month is dedicated to Corona – in preparation for the last meeting of the Jackson Heights Food Group this Sunday. There are many Latin American drink dealers along Roosevelt Avenue, but most sell horchata, tamarind, and either orange or limonada. But one of the easternmost stands of Corona’s Roosevelt Ave, the unnamed fruit stand [...]

The Jackson Heights Food Group – Unpublished Article

This was an article I wrote that didn’t get published. Before it goes obsolete, it should see some light. This was written at least 6 months ago. I realize now that my view of the neighborhood is warped because I work nights. This means seeing people who don’t have normal jobs. I am also realizing [...]

M. Wells – Long Island City, I don’t know what the name means.

M. Wells 21-17 49th Avenue Long Island City, Queens 718-425-6917 Limited hours Official Site (there’s nothing there) The metal facade is irreversibly run-down and some of the windows are damaged from Queens living. The thick windows shutter the dining room from the factory-inspired commotion outside – in stark contrast to the clarity that appears in [...]

Judy Ruminates… Banh Mi Saigon – Vietnamese in Lower Manhattan

Here’s Judy’s review of Banh Mi Saigon. She reviewed the shop before they moved, so there may be some architectural inaccuracies, but otherwise should be valid Vietnamese cuisine opinions. I believe it used to be inside jewelry store, so that only added to the lore. Personally, I’m still looking to fall in love with the [...]