New York City is a food lover’s paradise, and I spent three days eating my way through it. First stop: a classic bagel with lox at Ess-a-Bagel. The chewy, hand-rolled bagel slathered with cream cheese and topped with silky salmon was pure bliss – the perfect start to a busy day. Next, I hit up Chinatown for dim sum at Nom Wah Tea Parlor.

The steamed buns and dumplings were bursting with flavor, and the vintage vibe made it feel like a step back in time.Day two was all about pizza. I joined the line at Joe’s Pizza in Greenwich Village for a slice of their famous thin-crust pepperoni – crispy, cheesy, and dripping with that iconic NYC attitude. For dinner, I splurged at Le Bernardin, a Michelin-starred seafood spot.

The tuna tartare and perfectly seared scallops were art on a plate, proving NYC’s fine dining scene is unmatched.My last day took me to Smorgasburg in Brooklyn, an outdoor food market with endless options. I devoured a juicy Ramen Burger (yes, ramen noodles as the bun!) and finished with a rainbow cookie from Doughnut Plant. Between bites, I wandered the Brooklyn Bridge, marveling at the views and burning off just enough calories to justify dessert.

NYC’s food scene is a delicious mash-up of cultures, and every meal felt like a new adventure.