EXPLORE NYC | Visiting Harlem With a Local Travel Guide

[@avajules]

You’re BEYOND talented! I love this series

[@ElenaTaber]

AH thank you ava!! :')

[@Gaby-xp3nc]

MTV messed up not committing to an Elena-hosted travel show

[@ElenaTaber]

TRUE

[@ohaggie]

Did she interview for a series with MTV or are you just commenting that MTV should hire her? For sure, she should totally have her own series on MTV or any network that will take her.

[@Austin6403]

@@ElenaTaber don’t worry - IMHO you are better off without them. Look at this !! What do you need them for? 😎

[@miriamstrauss]

I grew up in Washington Heights so it’s nice to see a KZbinr showcasing northern Manhattan culture, which is honestly so special and a really authentic part of NYC! So many people in other parts of Manhattan aren’t even true New Yorkers born and raised. But if you go north, you’re among some true native New Yorkers who are the backbone of the city!

[@DPearl0227]

So much research, so many cultural & historical insights, and so many beautiful shots! I'm in LOVE with this vid!

[@money4life188]

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[@jillianwybenga7240]

These videos are such a treat! Folasade is so charismatic and engaging, you can tell how much she loves her community. Well done Elena with the tight intro, smooth transitions and thoughtful questions. I especially loved the footage/imagery of historic Harlem--it's obvious you did your research and it the added context is much appreciated.

[@runi.fernando]

Your editing gets better in every video! Elena if you can, PLEASE do every neighborhood in NYC!

[@ElenaTaber]

definitely will be making many more!

[@miselomatipa]

This video helped me pick my NYC neighbourhood. Love this so much as an international student very far away from home it can be hard to just get a taste of that from so far, especially since the last year. This looks a little like home :)

[@LifeWithLaurence]

I’m West African and didn’t even know places like this existed in NYC. Thanks for highlighting rich cultures that are otherwise overlooked by westerners Elena!! DEFINITELY visiting these places on my next trip to New York!

[@TVEunice]

As someone who used to live in Harlem (and have been to the James Baldwin Lawn many times), you couldn’t have highlighted this beautiful part of the Big Apple better! Also, Folasade is gem and preached the history of black excellence in Harlem in such a beautiful way! Need to see a tour of her apartment NOW.

[@money4life188]

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[@odessafardipour6199]

I love the fact that you shared that you are of Iranian origin , many people of Iranian origin are very stigmatized due to movies and non-nuanced media coverage that activates racial stereotypes about people of middle eastern decent , and even though you acknowledge the fact that you are white passing, I still think its nice and of value, that you use your platform to offer a more diversed , positive and uplifting image of women of Iranian decent.

[@sarahjessup4515]

THIS EDITING 🤯 obsessed with this

[@candiceb8605]

You’re very good at passing the mic to other people, I really wish you had a proper show bc I feel like you would ace it. But at the same time, it might put a limit on your creative freedom? Idk Anyway, thank you for allowing us to travel through your city with you!

[@deandriasimmons9]

I absolutely loved this episode. I loved how you stepped back and let her be herself and to tell the story of the community. I love how you did your own research as well before transitioning to Folasade and letting her lead. You also asked some really great questions. When I visit New York again I now where I will be going. Thank you for this :)

[@ElenaTaber]

Ah so glad you enjoyed and thank you for this comment! Trying to find the best balance I can :)

[@HelloKatyxo]

SO WELL DONE!!!! I loved this so much.

[@bintouj7990]

I have loved every Beyond Your Block episode but THIS by far was my favorite. I am Gambian our culture is 90% similar to Senegal and seeing Teranga truly warmed my heart! Kudos to you and FolaShade and what a GREAT JOB capturing Harlem.

[@shrutibakshi2857]

I am Indian. Having grown up in many different countries and amongst different cultures, I have always loved the feel of New York. The diversity is so electrifying!

[@TaylorBell]

So excited for this one! Editing is 🤌🏼

[@BO3Master]

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[@ariane7843]

For the life of me I can't understand why this doesn't have millions of views

[@lauramarazzi1012]

Absolutely incredible! Such a beautiful look into Harlem! Folasade was such a stunning soul!

[@ElenaTaber]

She's incredible!

[@gloriawanjoyo6018]

Elena, this is a very empowering series. Keep making it!

[@nafsimusicgalaxy]

oh wow this felt like a documentary! High quality filming and editing and so many historical- cultural insights! Felt like traveling with you, much love xx

[@ElenaTaber]

Ah thank ya!!!

[@chuckiea7011]

That's my hometown. You literally have the world at your doorstep.

[@2fyedarrin]

I love to see stuff like this warms my heart for America future

[@rahishasinan3718]

This series is everything!! It screams inclusivity, creativity, culture, and beautiful cinematography. I can't wait to see what else you have coming!

[@shaunak114]

NY is the greatest city in the world hands down!

[@kayflip2233]

London?

[@abigailanthis6151]

This is easily one of the coolest and most beautiful videos I've seen on youtube. Both because of the cinematic and editing side and the cultural and historical side of this. I love this series!!! These videos need to be seen by EVERYONE!!

[@jordanmocek6261]

I love your willingness to learn, listen, and let others share their lives with you! I’ve thoroughly enjoyed every video you’ve made that gives me the chance to look into another’s life - thank you for this!!!

[@ladydalrymple]

You’re doing SUCH an amazing job with this series. So happy to see a creator highlighting neighborhoods and small business owners that make NYC the beautiful melting pot it is.

[@mollytaylor01]

I'm not one to often comment on videos, but after watching each video in this series, I sincerely hope you receive recognition (& a TV/docu-series contract!) as a result because the amount of research, work & editing that goes into these is unmatched on this platform. Thank you for shedding light on different people, cultures, and parts of the city that otherwise may not have been given much attention. As an international viewer, it is very inspiring!

[@ElenaTaber]

AH thank you for taking the time to comment!!! This means so much to me and I hope to keep being able to create more :')

[@serenaspecter]

Please NEVER stop this series, Elena! It’s beyond amazing 🧡✨

[@ElenaTaber]

I'll keep it up!!

[@khawla3397]

I am always fascinated with NYC; the culture, the architecture, the history, and the street food, especially. So this series is hitting such a sweet spot for me!

[@ElenaTaber]

WOO so glad to hear it!

[@soofiasalehsaber8817]

honestly, im typing this comment before even reaching to the middle of your video and I'm shocked by your perception and you mindset about life and traveling. actually, im a Persian girl living in Nice in the south of France and I'm going to do an exchange program in New York it was a real pleasure and help your video to get to know New York and its neighborhoods. thank you for the content. and it was a pleasure meeting a half-Persian girl who has the same mindset as me about life and appreciating Persian culture.😍😍

[@saraj5347]

oh my goodness! 🧡🧡🧡 i cannot wait to see you do a “Beyond Your Block” for the Arab community!

[@yahbarrahyisrael1921]

I really enjoyed this. Ladies, you've done an exceptional job at sharing our culture and community. Thank you for considering the visit, Elena.

[@amandahughes3548]

I stepped away from watching this video more educated and appreciative of African, American and Harlem culture. Thank you so much from Sydney, Australia

[@AlannaTaylor-Green]

i used to live in harlem, the east village and bk. I now live in miami and watching these videos have me missing those days, you do it all justice!

[@nyclover001]

I have to say, that as a person who has grown up around plenty of white passing people, I always wanted someone to be truly interested in my culture and rarely found it! You have truly shown how much you care & respect other cultures all around you just in one city and I truly appreciate you for all the research and perfectly filmed videos you have made. Although you and all of us have not been able to travel around the world this series has really made me more interested and excited to visit neighborhoods all around the city! THANK YOU ELENA FOR BEING A TRULY AMAZING PERSON!!

[@justinelandis-hanley6963]

I'm moving to NYC from Australia for my masters next year and these videos make me so excited. Love your work!

[@GenesisFlores1407]

I go to college behind St.Nicolas Park, and seeing it made me so happy! It’s so cool to see Harlem highlighted ❤️

[@alliejohnston6784]

Moving to New York this month so I’m saving all the beyond your block vids to do some exploring 🥰

[@ItsStyleTheory]

That was so educational and also entertaining!! I also love how you spent a lot of time just listening and letting her share.. lovely video ❤️

[@MihaelaClaudiaPuscas]

I love the diversity in NYC, the more variety of people, the less racism as I am sensitive to that! Great vlog! Amazing quality!

[@ashalorena8906]

I love my people!

[@tofutwister]

elena, you’re so incredibly talented and it’s so clear how much work you put into these videos. i cant believe this content is free for me to watch!!!

[@gabsl1552]

This is so cool! Such a diversity Wish you could meet Filipino and try the food! There are several filipino resto in NYC!

[@RainaWang]

Please do an apartment tour of Folasade’s place!

[@withmimii8701]

NEED to try that restaurant!! love this video

[@madisonvilhauer8654]

This series is everything

[@erikasanchez4118]

Just found this video while looking up Harlem & loved it! Def gained a subscriber!! Please continue with the series🌹

[@dmaflyer]

Thank you for sharing our amazing neighborhood, Harlem!! We enjoyed your video!!

[@faakor4671]

Yooo The Ghana content is Killing me 🇬🇭..Anyways "keleweke" is actually plantain cut in cubes , spiced with ginger powder and paprika so that in the video was just "kokoo" aka fried plantain.. Loved it anyways 🥰💘

[@FolasadeAdeoso]

Hiii... it is Kelewele. We just don't cut them on cubes at Teranga, but the ginger and paprika are definitely there!

[@faakor4671]

@@FolasadeAdeoso oh okayy.. That's fine 😇

[@jessicadutoit7774]

I’m from South Africa and this video is so needed and made so happy!

[@mikej6624]

You chose the perfect person with a lot of knowledge on the area !

[@rochile6001]

this was so well done! I lived in east harlem and learned a lot from this video. thank you for putting this together, i look forward to your next videos in this series

[@bybeccamae]

me and my girlfriend ate at Teranga when we visited nyc in march! was delicious and warmed us up after walking around in the cold

[@calvinjefferson9061]

Love this video. Visiting Harlem is on my Road Trip List Hopefully one day I can hit the road going in that direction.

[@marissahaas257]

Elena you would be SUCH a good journalist. I know you have experience in journalism work but this really highlights your talent for it.

[@JJ-td6zh]

The visuals are STUNNING!! Your videos are always the best quality, love the hard work girl! 😚💗

[@Lizzeshade]

This was beautiful to see 🥺❤️ makes me want to move to Harlem from London

[@youngsageable]

This is top tier content. Please keep going.

[@scarlettsmith1877]

I love this video and I love how you created connections to really show and area that has such diversity and culture! I’m also obsessed with your coat🤩🤩

[@nailonb]

I’ll be staying at an air bnb near that area soon. This was super insightful!

[@Lee02065]

Wow! Love this series! 👏🏼👏🏼

[@cancerfly]

Love the local perspective and insightful conversations! Looking forward to more in this series :)

[@RachelGrayM]

cinematography and storytelling ALWAYS ON Point

[@ElenaTaber]

thank ya!!!!!

[@shivani8974]

I love this series!!!

[@ElenaTaber]

ah thank you!!!

[@samanthamckeachnie9532]

Wow, this was incredible. What a great series! You just gained a subscriber.

[@samDenise11]

catching up on your vids, but i have to say this has been my favorite so far of this series. i just moved to Harlem (originally from queens) and its so nice to see the culture and new places i can go find and support. this series if great for outsiders but also for us NYers who don't usually leave our hoods and get to see new interesting places in the city. thanks to yall!

[@Shreddhaa]

Truly my favorite series on the internet

[@Maha-dn6eh]

Aww Elena how lovely you are! with everyone and so kiind. So glad that I am one of your followers

[@xwramos]

Loved the video! Would love to see Spanish Harlem and the salsa culture ❤️

[@AshleyashAshey]

Elena this is beautifully done! I love that you let the travel guide do most of the talking

[@jenniferhiga8915]

the ART thought and research of your videos. LOVE everything about your channel!!!

[@nazia.i]

Love this video and this series 🥰 would you consider doing a beyond my block highlighting Muslim communities in NY, and halal food spots?

[@heatherblanco9264]

I enjoyed this so much.

[@Olaolejowa]

New favourite Series! I cannot wait until the next episode and the episode about little India! 🙌🏻❤️

[@vlogsbyapeksha8347]

I’m literally living my NYC dream life through YOU & Thank you for this amazing content your bringing to all of us for experiencing that beautiful city even though not being there💫❤️

[@allisonweaver1001]

This was beautiful! So informative, Folasade!

[@juliaw151]

This is amazing. I've been adding all these places to my "want to go" list, for when i one day make it to NY!

[@stephanielake11]

I love this video & learning more about Harlem!! Also I didn't know you're part Iranian Elena!! One of my best friend's is from Iran...and I learn a lot about Iran from her. Very cool seeing you explore other areas of NY!!

[@DreamerTomlinson]

This is so awesome! It’s so refreshing to see a youtuber creating content with a bit more of a purpose x

[@michellejoymedez3481]

I love this. Do the series with Filipino community would love to see you exploring our culture

[@phoebe261]

This was beautiful, in skill and in spirit!

[@renatamendonca7785]

Absolutely loved this!!

[@MillaExplores]

I love the editing in this video and overall such a great and interesting video! Harlem seems like a special part of New York with its history and culture.

[@sally-annehunt8820]

I always learn so much from your videos! Thank you!

[@annatrzcinski4494]

this editing is everythingggg omg you are killing it

[@veronicaelkins5143]

Loved this, the style of following a local perspective throughout each neighbourhood is so immersive, I hope to visit New York and check them all out!

[@lovegood3417]

So interesting, thank you for sharing

[@lovegood3417]

also, those meals look so good, I'm hungry now!

[@_SincerelyEden]

Youre videos are just elevating every single time you upload

[@Moiirap]

You have no idea how much i love your videos🥰❤️ you inspire me a lot!🙌🏼

[@bbygirlk94]

Thank you for this! ❤️

[@ElenaTaber]

more to come! ❤️ :')

[@stephanievigen]

I love these Explore NYC videos! Can’t wait for the next one :)

[@ElenaTaber]

more to come!

[@leeleesbakedgoods3019]

Love this! It is a beautiful neighborhood that shouldn''t be missed!

[@777videos7777]

Wow You did an Amazing job showcasing a different neighborhood. I liked the intro about yourself and your own background and recognizing the privilege you possess. 👍

[@katieayers503]

These videos are a joy to watch... I learned so much in this one! Thank you for making these!

[@crashingblow3753]

Aquí es dónde nos vamos de fiesta a factory. This is where we go to party at factory.

[@zktngub7617]

Absolutely loved this❤️❤️❤️👌

[@paleglittersalad6688]

me watching this in Poland, wishing to visit New York - not for a central park or 5th avenue, but just to see and eat in Harlem... 🧡