Brits Try The BEST Bagels For The First Time In New York City USA

Welcome back to The Brit's Try! In this episode, we're on a delicious adventure through the bustling streets of New York City, exploring one of its most iconic foods - the bagel! As British expats, we’ve heard a lot about the legendary NYC bagels, and it’s finally time for us to see what all the fuss is about. Please comment and let us know what you think!
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Join us as we taste, compare, and choose our favorite bagels from three of the city's most famous spots: Tompkins Square Bagels, Liberty Bagels, and Brooklyn Bagels & Coffee Company.
Welcome back to The Brit's Try! In this episode, we embark on an exciting culinary journey through the bustling streets of New York City, exploring one of its most iconic foods - the bagel! As British expats, we’ve heard countless rave reviews about the legendary NYC bagels, and it’s finally time for us to dive in and see what all the fuss is about. Join us as we taste, compare, and choose our favorite bagels from three of the city's most famous bagel spots
Tompkins Square Bagels: www.tompkinssquarebagels.com/...
Our bagel journey kicks off at Tompkins Square Bagels, a beloved East Village institution known for its authentic and artisanal approach to bagel making. With roots tracing back to some of the best bagel shops in Brooklyn, Tompkins Square Bagels brings a heartfelt, community-driven vibe to every bite. Tompkins Square Bagels: Our bagel adventure kicks off at Tompkins Square Bagels, a beloved East Village institution known for its authentic and artisanal approach to bagel making. With roots tracing back to some of the best bagel shops in Brooklyn, Tompkins Square Bagels brings a heartfelt, community-driven vibe to every bite.
Brooklyn Bagels & Coffee Company: bkbagel.com/
Our final stop is Brooklyn Bagels & Coffee Company, a staple in Manhattan and Astoria for over 20 years. Known for their old-fashioned bagels and delicious deli sandwiches, Brooklyn Bagels offers a euphoric taste experience with every bite.
Liberty Bagels: libertybagels.com/
Next, we head to Liberty Bagels, famed for its wide variety of bagel flavors and unique toppings. Liberty Bagels prides itself on using high-quality ingredients and traditional techniques, making it a standout choice for bagel enthusiasts.
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Get ready for a mouthwatering adventure as we try the best bagels New York City has to offer. From the community-driven Tompkins Square Bagels to the diverse Liberty Bagels and the classic Brooklyn Bagels & Coffee Company, come along as we taste, compare, and choose our favorite. Which bagel will take the crown? Tune in now to find out!
By the end of our bagel-tasting adventure, we’ll reveal our favorite New York bagel shop and explain why it stood out to us. Will it be the community-centric Tompkins Square Bagels, the vibrant Liberty Bagels, or the classic Brooklyn Bagels & Coffee Company? Watch to find out!

[@lorimancuso8487]

Being a New Yorker born and raised we make the best bagels in the world I hope you enjoyed your trip and had fun and had all the great food we have in our city

[@thebritstry]

We really enjoyed our time in New York, and wished we had more time there. It just means we will have to go back again in the future😃😋😃

[@sw7833]

2nd best bagels! Best are from Montreal!

[@The_Crucible714]

@@thebritstry​⁠​⁠ NYC is the bagel, pizza & Chinese food capital of the USA. PS; We call “green/spring onion” scallion in NY (like “stallion with a “c”.)

[@tnxjesus]

You wish

[@mojomegaman]

NYC water has a special mineral content that produces a unique taste in bread products, bagels and pizza being their biggest commodities. NYC water is sourced from a pristine reservoir system in the Catskill Mountains, which is highly regulated to ensure purity.

[@thebritstry]

That's fascinating! The water truly makes a difference in the taste of those iconic NYC foods.

[@memonk11]

It's true!

[@X9Killbot]

The original reason bagels had holes in them was because the bagel sellers would carry them around on rods after they were cooked. Now that that isn't common bagels with closed holes have become more common.

[@thebritstry]

Wow, that's great to know! Thanks for the fun fact about bagels. Thanks for watching

[@TheHersheyr]

I am so happy you went with lox! Most people shy away from it. NO idea who this thought smoked salmon and cream cheese would be a great combination....but they NAILED IT!

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts! Lox is definitely a hidden gem that more people should try out.

[@pinky2245]

Oh yes, my favorite! Bagel with lox, cream cheese, onion and capers - soooo Good!!

[@afcgeo882]

The jews did! Jews can’t eat meat with dairy, but fish is okay, so fish is often eaten with dairy meals.

[@Knightowl1980]

I love lox bagels, I just had one like 2 days ago.

[@eurekasquared9853]

No!!!!!!!!

[@destinyreelly2974]

There is nothing and I mean nothing, like a NYC bagel. Heaven on earth. ❤❤❤

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for appreciating the deliciousness of NYC bagels, they truly are a treat!

[@kettch777]

"Schmeer" is a Yiddish word meaning "A bunch of things that go together."

[@benploni7492]

@kettch777 the Yiddish word schmear means to spread or smudge

[@kristophergoordman7225]

Everything bagel, toasted with veggie cream cheese! Cinnamon raisin bagel, toasted with maple walnut cream!

[@thebritstry]

My mouth is watering! sounds delicious. Thanks for watching

[@b-six-twelve]

That first one though, with ground black pepper on top! All daaayyy

[@lb8141]

Nicola I am so very happy you enjoyed the tomato on the lox bagel! Gotta go all the way baby! New York Bagels are on another level! This video really lifted my spirits. Thank you both for sharing your life adventures with all of us. You have no idea the kind of positive impact you have on people. Love from Miami ❤️🌞🌊🏖️

[@thebritstry]

Thank you so much for your kind words and support, it means a lot to us! Your comment has made our day!!! THANK YOU!!

[@franciet99]

Y’all are going everywhere!!!

[@thebritstry]

We are trying to visit as many places as we can. Let us know if you have any recommendations?

[@franciet99]

@@thebritstry What a lot of fun! Here are a few suggestions but they are going to be quite hot this time of year: Key West, FL, Atlanta, GA, Charleston, SC, Puerto Rico.

[@lb8141]

@@thebritstry You have to come to Miami!!!! So many great places to eat!

[@eurekasquared9853]

@@thebritstryyou guys have to come to Pensacola, Florida. Whitest beaches on earth, home of the Blue Angels, and incredible seafood!! 🦞

[@Jeff_Lichtman]

It's possible that you got lox at Liberty Bagels and nova at Tompkins Square Bagels. The difference is that lox is only cured, while nova is cured and smoked. Most New York bagel places put some non-diastatic malt in the water that they use to boil the dough. The malt contains an enzyme that converts some of the starch on the surface of the dough to sugar. This helps with browning, and gives the bagel a crisp crust.

[@otter3095]

Interesting 👍🏻

[@thebritstry]

That's such interesting information! we didn't know that. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@Ira88881]

I always forget. Which is saltier?

[@lilykep]

I've heard from several people from the US who have gone to the UK and every one of them has said the tomatoes in England are trash. Maybe you hated tomato because you'd never had a good tomato before.

[@jeffhampton2767]

The only good tomatoes in any country are homegrown tomatoes ❤

[@lilykep]

@@jeffhampton2767 Homegrown are always best but even the grocery store tomatoes here have actual flavor which the UK ones are lacking.

[@thebritstry]

We agree! Your probably right. The tomatoes in the UK are not very good as the majority of them are stored in Nitrogen and force ripened months later.

[@yugioht42]

Everyone has their favorite bagel place in New York. mine is actually somewhere on the lower east side where Jewish families once settled but have moved away. If you go to Russ and daughters, it’s a much better bagel as they are the bigger importers of fish and meat in the city. Not only that they’re literally right down the street from Katz’ deli. Anthony bourdain frequented that location. Andrew zimmern liked Sarges bagels which is ok but everyone debates about it.

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for sharing your favorite spot! We love exploring the culinary history of New York and will definitely give Russ and daughters a try next time.

[@garyblack2858]

You two work so well together. Compliment one another so nice. You must have a beautiful marriage.

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for your kind words! We have been together a long time which helps!

[@daricetaylor737]

Bagels are dipped in a bath of salt water and baking soda before being baked. The soda is what gives bagels the signature feel of the outside and the soft inside. They are not hard to make at home and are the best.

[@jasonbroad5478]

My family was in the bagel business in NY for 2 generations and I never saw salt water and baking soda. Interesting idea.

[@sw7833]

It's lye and water actually.

[@daricetaylor737]

@@sw7833 although lye can be used, I never have used it......I always use baking soda and salt.

[@mO-gy8ee]

Then i think of Bagels , i think cream cream , then i think of Philadelphia cream cheese . Can't have one without the other .

[@thebritstry]

It's the perfect combo! Bagels and cream cheese are a match made in heaven.

[@FJW212]

Poppyseed bagel! Gotta reference Seinfeld: the episode when Elaine couldn't pass a drug test because she ate a poppyseed bagel. NYC!!

[@thebritstry]

We didn't know that! that is so interesting! we will have to check that out! Thanks for watching!

[@FJW212]

@@thebritstry Correction: Elaine initially ate a poppyseed muffin. Oops

[@Wiley_Coyote]

Supposedly the water is the difference. There are giant aquifers in NY that bring down water from the Catskill Mountains. It's cited as why the pizza is so good too. Also important is the boiling stage. Good bagels are both boiled AND baked. Bad bagels ate just baked. The best bagel is usually the freshest one. EDIT - Okay, your research found most of this out. BTW: Scallion is the name in the US for Spring/Green Onions.

[@thebritstry]

That's so interesting! That Water quality can definitely make a difference in the taste of food. The bagels were delicious. Thanks for watching!

[@80sGamerLady]

Bagel is a Yiddish word. Jewish immigrants brought to NYC over a hundred years ago, and perfected it. Nothing else quite like it.

[@thebritstry]

That's a fascinating bit of history about bagels! They were really good! Thanks for watching!

[@FoodieA1C]

that's a New York "schmear" 😄

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for watching and commenting! Those bagels were delicious,

[@FoodieA1C]

@@thebritstry I do miss them since moving to the west coast. Can’t get a decent bagel out here. 🤣

[@MrReman2u]

The french toast bagel would have been amazing with egg, bacon and maple syrup!

[@thebritstry]

oooohhh! now your talking!! We would not have thought of a savory version!

[@frikster5176]

NY Bagels It's all in the water in NY they use in making the best bagels in the USA

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for the information! the bagels tasted so good!

[@MadamMaru-gm5ff]

I love bagels, but I wouldn't eat them without butter or cream cheese or some kind of lubricating condiment. My brother in law introduced me to bagels with cream cheese and pickles. It's so tasty!

[@thebritstry]

That sounds like a unique combination! we might have to give it a try myself next time. Thanks for watching

[@sw7833]

My favourite is a sesame bagel toasted with either Nutella or peanut butter and sliced strawberries.

[@kimthames2531]

I typically don't top with tomatoes either except on a BLT. Yum. Probably my favorite sandwich.

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for sharing your love for BLTs! They are definitely a favorite for many.

[@PIPER1084]

In addition to the water being the primary factor for the taste of NYC Bagels another major factor is the fact that they are always made fresh daily. A place can’t call themselves a Bagle store unless they make them fresh on site otherwise it’s just another deli or bodega.

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for highlighting the importance of freshness in bagel making! Thanks for watching

[@jasonlebeau1288]

NYC bagels are better than other bagels for the same reason their pizza is better than other pizzas. It's the NYC water. Something about their water makes the best doughs. I'm not just making this up either, there are legitimate pizzerias and bagel shops outside of NYC that import their water for their dough from NYC just to get that same taste.

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for sharing this interesting fact about NYC bagels and pizza. It's always fun to learn about the little things that make a big difference in food.

[@nancys9698]

Yay! You’ve reached 15,000 subscribers! Keep up the good work! 🎉🎈🥳🍾Wow I’ve never seen or ate a colored Bagel! Does look good though 😀

[@thebritstry]

Yay!!! Thank you so much 🤗

[@scottgraney5275]

The thing with bagels it fills you up all day

[@thebritstry]

Absolutely, we notice that... and were not expecting them to be so filling

[@user-sp6jk3zz5b]

I've sensed from watching Brit reaction videos to American food that they don't care too much for tomato on a sandwich or burger. It's not just a salad ingredient here,it's an add on to other foods On their own, tomatoes are rather bland but put it in a sandwich or cheeseburger ,it helps make that food delicious 😋

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for sharing your observation! It's always fun to see how people react to different foods.

[@MikeS-sc1yj]

My favorite is a toasted cinnamon raisin bagel with the maple walnut cream cheese.

[@thebritstry]

That sounds delicious! Cinnamon raisin bagels sounds delicious we have to try that next time. Thanks for watching

[@srog3771]

The New York City bagel is undefeated! Chewy and toasty is the exact description that comes to mind.

[@thebritstry]

Absolutely, New York City bagels are in a league of their own!

[@epongeverte]

When I used to live in NY, I would order 2 bagels. The first would be a strawberry bagel with standard cream cheese and lox. The second would be a salt bagel with egg salad. I really miss getting them.

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for sharing your bagel memories with us! They both soon delicious

[@jimhoffman6979]

BAM! You've hooked me. I'm subscribing. You've touched my soul! So glad you've discovered and enjoyed New York Bagels! ❤😂

[@thebritstry]

Yah!! Thank you so much for subscribing! we are glad you enjoyed the video.

[@CavemanSynthesizer]

I love red onion on my lox bagels as well.

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for sharing! Red onion on lox bagels is a delicious choice.

[@o1badmofo763]

Tomatoes, and biscuits and gravy.. Andrew has been married to a southern woman from the United States the entire time.. 😆💋👏Always adore the content. And tomatoes are delicious fruit. (Many areas have their own unique varieties). Smashing have fun, be Safe.

[@thebritstry]

Lol! So Funny.. Thanks for watching

[@leerubin4303]

Enjoy, NYCity gets its water from mountain springs in the Adirondak Mountains. It's "soft" not overloaded with too many minerals. You are also correct about boil first, bake second.

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for sharing this interesting information about the water source for NYC! Thanks for watching

[@-EchoesIntoEternity-]

Catskills not Adirondacks

[@leerubin4303]

@@-EchoesIntoEternity- The Catskills are PART of the Adirondak Mountains. Just walk across the Delaware River (Yes Walk, I only Tubed the Delaware water gap at least 20x) and you are in the POCONO mountains. (Also part of the Adirondak Mountains) .

[@-EchoesIntoEternity-]

@@leerubin4303 the Catskills and Adirondacks are not geologically related at all.

[@leerubin4303]

@@-EchoesIntoEternity- Lookup Lackawaxen PA (spent summers there in the POCONOs), My grandfather was raised in Middletown NY (CATSKILLS). Sorry for your lack of education. The only difference is which side of the Delaware Water Gap you are on. They are part of the Adirondak Mountain Chain. Oy-Vey

[@patricialavery8270]

Much iconic New York food exists because Jewish people opened delis.My dad spent some time in Philadelphia ,which has many similarities, and talked about Jews using Schmaltz( rendered chicken fat).Bagels were originally treated with a lye bath but I think they use baking soda now as a safer alternative.The alkalinity gives them their distinctive texture. Can't wait to see youse guys chowing down on BLTs.

[@thebritstry]

It's fascinating how food history and culture intertwine in different cities. Thanks for sharing!

[@Knightowl1980]

I like to add cucumber and or avocado to my lox bagels. With a onion /chive or garlic schmear

[@thebritstry]

That Sounds great! thanks for sharing the tip.

[@The_Crucible714]

Here’s the thing, anything baked in NYC (bagels, pizza, pastry, etc) is fabulous because of the quality of the water. Many people who own NY-style (whatever) bakeries/pizzerias around the country either get their dough or ship their water from NY.

[@thebritstry]

We can see why you would get your water shipped, if it makes the bagels taste like they did.

[@vitsteele-lz2hn]

Enjoy New York

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for the shoutout! Can't wait to explore New York!

[@mn-wk3ju]

Great video! Those bagels looked amazing! If you do go back to Tompkins Square bagels you should try the bacon egg and cheese. It’s absolutely amazing!

[@thebritstry]

Your suggestion means a lot! I'll definitely try the bacon egg and cheese next time. Thanks for watching!

[@JetWarrior]

I stayed in New York for a week last fall, and I stayed with a friend who lived in Brooklyn. Around the corner from them was a place called Bagel Pub...and I swear, of all the places we ate during that vacation, that's the one that sticks out most in my mind. I went there multiple times, and I thought that if I ever lived in New York City, this would be the go-to comfort place for sure.

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! It's heartwarming to hear about the special moments that stay with us. We will try and get to Bagelpub next time we are in the area

[@mikehermen3036]

Schmear is the Yiddish word for the cream cheese itself, not an amount. Bagel are a traditional Jewish food. The cooking process is similar to German pretzels (which are boiled in lye water to form the crust and then baked).

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for the interesting information! it's great to learn fun facts about food. Thanks for watching!

[@gloriastone3211]

Nothing like a NYC bagel with lox and a schmear! So iconic. It's been over a year since I've had a bagel with lox. My hubby's on a low sodium diet after a heart attack. I know I could still have it but don't want to make him feel like he's missing out. Great video Nicola and Andrew!

[@thebritstry]

It's tough to give up certain foods for health reasons, but your consideration for your hubby is commendable! Thanks for watching!

[@a00141799]

Yumm!! Once again you guys find one of the most quintessential items that really represents this particular place. Bagels scream NYC as London does fish and chips and curries. lol... No surprise, all of these bagels looked delicious. I love a plain bagel with smoked salmon, cream cheese and capers. Haven't seen many bagel shops up here in the Pac northwest. I'm sure there are some but I couldn't tell you where?? You guys have really made me realize how very regional many foods items are. Chicago hot dogs, Italian beef, Texas BBQ, Louisiana gumbo and other Cajun foods, Philly cheesesteaks etc.. So just a heads up, don't come here for the BBQ or the Mexican food either. Coffee, seafood, apples, potatoes, blackberries and cherries. And daffodils and rhododendrons. lol.. ♥ Beautiful landscapes.♥ Thanks for a wonderful video. Mila and Rich in Seattle.

[@thebritstry]

Thank you so much for your kind words! It's amazing how food can truly represent a place and its culture. We are excited to try an get to Seattle at some point in the future!

[@joegonzales6816]

Im from Texas and I love bagels. I took an everything bagel cut it in half like a hamburger bun. put it in the toaster put butter and cream cheese on it thick. Then put a juicy hamburger Patty with bacon it's so good. Please try it

[@thebritstry]

That sounds like a delicious combination! we'll definitely give it a try. Thanks for watching!

[@ESUSAMEX]

NYC water also makes the pizza the best in the world.

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for sharing! We did try NYC pizza and will upload the videos soon!

[@jeffhampton2767]

All the bagels looked absolutely delicious. You have to try New York cheesecake and then rate that! ❤❤❤

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for the tip! We did try some New York cheesecake and we will upload the video soon..

[@asiaroberson3442]

​@thebritstry go to junior in Brooklyn NY

[@cathirodrigo2933]

The schmear IS the cream cheese 🤣😂🤣 ❤❤❤ You should’ve put some of the maple schmear on it & personal opinion but you don’t toast NY bagels bc they are so fresh!!! Mind you for me anything good from NYC it’s wonderful!!! Even the dirty dogs!!! ❤❤❤

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for the suggestion! we'll try the maple schmear next time. Sounds Delicious..

[@krisschobelock4973]

Ya, we have a few bagel shops here in Ohio....BUT having been to NYC several times . . . I have to agree -- they take the win!! Delicious!!!

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for sharing your experience! NYC bagels truly are something special.

[@elsk8tefan]

Best bagels are at Ess-a-Bagel. i'm a native New Yorker whose father regarded a dozen bagels in the freezer as a Jew's snow emergency kit. I"m also of the generation who when not otherwise occupied, went out on a Saturday night to pick up a copy of the Sunday New York Times at around 11 PM and fresh bagels for Sunday breakfast,

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for sharing those special memories! We really enjoyed trying the bagels in NYC, we will have to look up Ess-a-Bagel in the future.

[@Alexis_-_]

I'm impressed you even ate the tomatoes... That's the way to have it. Glad you enjoyed it. My childhood comfort food was a bagel with cream cheese, lox, tomato, and red onion. Delish.

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for sharing your childhood comfort food! It sounds delicious!

[@robertrouleau447]

For the love Pete! Get over the tomatoes! They make everything better

[@thebritstry]

Lol! Thanks for watching!

[@joanneth4919]

Hello Nicola and Andrew. Well, it was fun watching try bagels in New York. If you're home in San Diego and would like New York bagels delivered to you there, QVC works with Just Bagels in the Bronx. I get 24, or should I say, four bags with 6 bagels in each. Since they don't have preservatives, you have to freeze them. They are pretty good, and when you put them in a microwave to heat them because they are frozen. They come put great after 30 seconds. Get some cream cheese. Lox smoked because it adds a layer of flavor. And tomato slice and sliced red onion. You'll be transported back to New York. YUM!!!

[@thebritstry]

Appreciate the detailed suggestion! Can't wait to try those bagels with all the toppings next time we visit. Thanks for watching!

[@annamariavalatka636]

Oh wow! Do you guys live in California?

[@joanneth4919]

Yes. Moved from San Francisco Bay Area to the desert by Palm Springs. I'm a 4th generation native. HA,HA.

[@kimthames2531]

I eat my bagels sliced and well toasted with butter, most often. I hope you do a video on the sweet cream cheeses. I'd like to try That birthday cake one, and Expresso, and a few others.

[@thebritstry]

That sounds delicious! Bagels with butter sounds like a perfect choice. Thanks for watching

[@TheVileOne]

Hearing you discover schmear and lox gives me life!

[@blizzywilk]

An everything bagel with lox, cream cheese and tomato is so heavenly! Fantastic video guys!

[@thebritstry]

So glad you loved the video! That bagel combo is a winner for sure!

[@o1badmofo763]

Also proper steak in the city is imperative 👏

[@thebritstry]

Watch this space! 'Porterhouse Incoming'

[@willrobinson4976]

Love the video guys, you guys are on the move.

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for the kind words and the comment. Thanks for watching

[@62egoodwin]

Love you 2.. so happy you fixed your sound quality. So much better.. your both awesome !!

[@thebritstry]

Yay! Thank you! We are still working on it!

[@stephaniemccarthy1676]

Thank you! Finally a genuine reaction to New York bagels. I grew up in Connecticut. There are no other bagels like New York bagels ❤😊

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for your kind words, it means a lot to hear that you appreciated the genuine reaction.

[@ellsbells9943]

OH OH OH!!! Your 1st bagel is the GOAT! the best one... squeeze of lemon and shut the front door!!!!

[@thebritstry]

Thank you so much for your enthusiastic comment! The first one was really good! my mouth is watering thinking about it! Thanks for watching

[@erichallada910]

I love your video reactions to trying new foods or better foods here in America. You two are living the life traveling around trying all these foods at all these restaurants around America. I don't know what you two do for work (job) or why you moved to San Diego, even though it seems like your never there, but it seems like your really taking advantage of your move to the U.S. and trying everything you missed out on while in Manchester. Keep making your great videos and I am glad to have you in the U.S. Stay here for a while or better yet forever.

[@thebritstry]

Thank you so much for the wonderful comment! great to hear you're loving the videos! Thanks for watching the channel.

[@alixaugustine9599]

Going to NY again in October. Delighted to get fresh bagel reviews!

[@thebritstry]

So Jealous! have fun! Thanks for watching

[@CynicalGear]

Don’t know how true it is that it’s the water makes the bagel, but that has been said, about the pizza as well. Pretty much all the surrounding states around New York I have the same water so tend to be very similar to the pizza and bagels you get in the city.

[@thebritstry]

That's an interesting point about the water affecting the taste of bagels and pizza! Thanks for sharing

[@TheVileOne]

If you’re ever in LA/SoCal try Hank’s Bagels!

[@jasonbroad5478]

Liquid Malt is the secret ingredient in bagels. Very few still use this ingredient because it can be a bit messy and it cuts costs. Some use the powdered version but MOST skip this ingredient all together. It is usually skipped to cut corners but what is missing is the color that it gives the bagel after baking. Bagels should have a nice caramel color and a slightly hard shell with a yeasty, doughy center. The issue of water is hotly debated....but I believe the difference between a crap bagel and a quality bagel always boils down to the ingredients. When the skill of making bagels is passed down...steps are usually skipped to save money....an example of this is that bagels used to be all hand made....now machines are used. There is definilty a difference!

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for sharing your insights on the secret ingredient in bagels! It's always interesting to learn more about the art of bagel making.

[@katinacarson-hunwi7297]

I have never been to NYC but hopefully I can go soon. And I do want to try their bagels and their pizza.

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I hope you get to experience NYC and its amazing food soon.

[@lout3921]

Yiu guys some great bagels. I friggin drooling for one now

[@thebritstry]

Thank you so much! watching these videos don't help with cravings.. Lol

[@TheHersheyr]

It doesn't get much better.

[@thebritstry]

They were all delicious! Thanks for watching

[@doublehockeystix]

no breakfast bagel? not getting them cut and toasted/buttered is wild. never seen anyone eat a bagel whole like that lol. love the channel though!

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for watching! we considered the breakfast bagel but couldn't manage both in the short time we had in town! But the good news is, We will have to go back to NYC to try the breakfast bagels!!!

[@rocker76m88]

Yessss! You finally tried NYC bagels!! Nicola, I have a love hate relationship with tomatoes too so I feel you lol!

[@thebritstry]

So good! We had a great time trying them. Thanks for watching

[@clubclassicsrevistedwithpm8166]

Whenever I go to NYC I always make sure to stop and get two bagels w/cream cheese and demolish them on the train ride back home to Maryland. Great review, glad you enjoyed them.

[@thebritstry]

That sounds like a delicious tradition! Bagels from NYC are unbeatable.

[@Raymail-tj4cf]

Bake goods in New York are good because of the water. NYC has really good water believe it or not. That is one reason the pizza is so good also. I hope you had a dirty water hotdog. It’s not really dirty it’s the hotdog carts.

[@thebritstry]

Those bagels were really good! we did try a street cart hot dog and we will upload more videos from nyc soon

[@williamwalsh1533]

Finally, you are back!

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for checking in! We hope you enjoy it.

[@williamwalsh1533]

@@thebritstry I'm at the 10:43 mark watching with a smile 😊

[@debbieguzzardo3316]

You guys are the best couple on You Tube! I love your channel ❤

[@thebritstry]

Thank you so much!! Thanks for watching! 😀

[@peacelizard]

All those cream cheese choices were amazing, especially the espresso one. I'd probably get that every day

[@thebritstry]

They were so good!

[@timothywest1183]

Love your guys adventures in the US!

[@thebritstry]

Thank you so much! We love exploring new places and sharing our adventures with you!

[@kennethsajovie4473]

The best bagels truck driver from Pensacola Florida

[@thebritstry]

They were Delicious! Thanks for watching

[@scottgraney5275]

Love you guys

[@thebritstry]

Thank you so much!

[@elainemarsh3477]

For years and years, I did not like tomato. Then I came to the realization that tomatoes are really only good for about two months out of the year! Boy, when tomatoes are in season they are THE BEST!

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for sharing your tomato journey! It's amazing how our tastes can change over time.

[@Marcel_Audubon]

now that you've tried bagels, you're ready to graduate to the bialy ... all the water bath does for a bagel is bloat it to a larger size, try a bialy, still crispy, but not bloated - it's what a bagel wishes it were!! (ask Siri haha!) what nice weather you've been having everywhere you go!

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for the tips! Yes we have been lucky with the weather so far.

[@jeffhampton2767]

Please go to Key West Florida. You will absolutely love it and the food! ❤❤❤

[@thebritstry]

Key West Florida sounds like a dream destination! Thanks for the recommendation!

[@russellbastion4315]

Maybe JOLLY will try chitlins in Alabama next.

[@annamariavalatka636]

They did and didn't like them

[@thseed7]

Go to Red Rooster in Harlem to get literally anything, ate there all the time when I lived on 129th. Also, highly recommend Vincent's on Mott in Little Italy as an old school Italiam gem. Their fried shrimp and calamari were a huge treat when I was a kid.

[@thebritstry]

That sounds amazing! we'll definitely have to try those places out next time I'm in town.

[@BalokLives]

I toast bagels for Lox all the time and I love it. Not sure why they said they don't work together.

[@thebritstry]

It's great to hear that you enjoy the combination of bagels and lox! We should try the toasted version next time! Thanks for watching

[@krismcbride7253]

I have several locations of a bagel place called Brooklyn Bagel near were I live. It's the closest thing to a New York bagel you can get here. I always get their lox and bagel. It's my favorite. Love how you are getting more adventurous in your tasting experiences.

[@thebritstry]

That's awesome! Brooklyn Bagel sounds like a great spot for bagel lovers. Thanks for watching

[@paulgarbarino7263]

There is actually a bagel place on the west coast (Can't think of the name), but I've heard they actually get New York water shipped across the states to them, to get them as "authentic" as possible.

[@thebritstry]

It think that might be in San Diego! We will have to look it up. Thanks for watching!

[@yaowsers77]

NYC and NJ have amazing bagels! I have a bagel shop around the corner from my house and there's nothing like a fresh bagel. My faves are breakfast bagel with bacon, egg and cheese or onion, cinnamon raisin or everything bagels. If it's still hot, then either nothing or butter. If it's completely cooled, then sometimes toasted so the butter melts in or cream cheese. I really do love just taking one and ripping it apart and eating it just like that.

[@thebritstry]

Thank you for sharing your love for bagels! They were delicious! It's always wonderful to hear about people enjoying the simple pleasures in life.

[@yaowsers77]

@@thebritstry and they really are! When I went to college, this was the only thing I truly missed. My bagel shop is owned and run by Jewish twin brothers. My town gets overrun by new Yorkers once the weather turns warmer and I can't get into the shop because the line is out the door and around the corner. These also travel well without anything on it. My brother's family lived in Florida for a few years and we'd bring them a dozen or so when we'd visit. Oooo... Cinnamon raisin bagel and spread with a bit of peanut butter. My nieces grew up on those!

[@BethReed62]

The French Toast bagel would have been amazing with the blueberry cream cheese. 🤤

[@thebritstry]

Great idea! that sounds delicious

[@WestTXRedneck1972]

That first place y'all went to for the Lox Bagel looked really good but I was really surprised with the second place and all the different cream cheese flavors they had. Something I forgot about but got reminded of recently that y'all need to try in Midland, TX is Summer Mummers. It's a funny skit show that you can throw popcorn at. If you do get to try it out sometime, wear clothes that you don't mind getting covered in melted butter in. The wife and I have been but I end up eating the popcorn more than throwing it. It's really good popcorn.

[@thebritstry]

Lol! thanks for the suggestion! we will have to check out the Summer Mummers

[@luxleather2616]

I had a bagelwich (bagel sandwich) from the local bagel shop here in my Southwest Arizona town yesterday & y'alls video is making me want another but now I'll have to wait til tomorrow since they close early lol

[@thebritstry]

Lol! That bagelwich sounds delicious! We will definitely use that phrase that in the future!!! Hope you enjoy your next one tomorrow!

[@annfrost3323]

It's said that the water in New York is special, and the reason why NY pizza is the best.

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for the information! watch this space for small pizza content😉

[@benploni7492]

What you thought were spring onions/green onions were more likely chives, a popular and delicious addition to cream cheese

[@thebritstry]

We think there was both in one of the sandwiches. Chives do add a great flavor to cream cheese!

[@rickgarms7656]

Hard to beat an everything bagel with lox, cream cheese and onion plus a good cup-o-joe for breakfast. But i occasionally 'guild the lily' by adding basil pesto! I know...I'm a heathen. LOL Safe travels guys.

[@thebritstry]

That breakfast combo sounds delicious! Safe travels to you too!

[@george217]

You might try "Russ and Daughters". I don't know if they're the best, but they've been around over a hundred years, so they must be doing something right.

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for the recommendation, I'll definitely check out Russ and Daughters next time!

[@blackjag121]

Gotta go to Cuts and Slices in Brooklyn!!!! Make sure the slices are crispy!! My fav is the jerk chicken but they are known for oxtail pizza

[@thebritstry]

Sounds like a delicious recommendation! we'll have to check it out next time we visit!.

[@bishlap]

New York water w/ its high mineral content is why bagels/pizza dough tase so good, but, truth is, there are MANY great bagel shops all around the tri-state area. My fave is a local guy where I live just outside the city and he's IRANIAN!! His bagels put most everyone else's to shame! P.S. I love an everything bagel w/ cream cheese and chive.

[@thebritstry]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ddjrm]

It's like french bread in New Orleans has a different taste then any other french bread, it's because of the water.

[@thebritstry]

We love the Bread in New Orleans when we visited earlier in the year. Thanks for watching

[@olpossum]

I make bagels at home regularly. Was raised on them... and they are pretty easy. That said a NY bagel with a schmear is amazing!

[@thebritstry]

That's awesome! So Jealous! Have you tried any unique bagel flavors?

[@olpossum]

@@thebritstry I've been thinking about it. Mostly I'm a fan of everything, which I make a lot. I've, of course, done plain, poppy, sesame, and garlic herb. I'm thinking of doing a cinnamon based one, though...just need to think through how I will do what i want in the recipe. 🙂

[@WayneCoke]

I really envy you guys getting those great bagels. It would be hard to pick one over the other. Never had a desire for NYC except for some of the different foods and the theater.

[@thebritstry]

It's true, NYC has some amazing bagels and a vibrant food scene! Thanks for watching