New York City's Most Diverse Neighborhood - Finding Pakistani Food 🇺🇸

Join me to discover lively Jackson Heights, Queens in search of delicious Pakistani food in arguably the most diverse neighborhood in America.
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[@PeterSantenello]

My goal in this video was to show a specific angle of New York City. But NYC has so many different sides! Whether that be the South Bronx, Jackson Heights, the Hasidic Jewish world, an old school NYC local in Manhattan, etc. If you liked this and want to see completely different stories in the same city check out my full New York City Playlist here that I'll be adding to in the next couple of weeks: bit.ly/2TmThlI

[@Lawangeenkhan-uu6fw]

Peter, please come back to Pakistan. I am watching your Pakistani series again & again

[@DinoRodriguez]

Peter! Been following you for some time and I'm super happy to see you in my city! I can take you you around bro!!

[@adnanmehmood1462]

When you come again in Pakistan

[@taskinulhaque7366]

Pretty cool you tried the Pakistani restaurants but also whenever you have the chance try our Bangladeshi restaurants here in New York. You wont be disappointed especially in Jackson Heights, Jamaica, Astoria, Starling Ave in the Bronx, Church and McDonald in Brooklyn and also in Brooklyn Liberty Ave around the East New York/Ozone Park section on the Queens /Brooklyn border.

[@yankeestani6722]

How long you are going be in the five boroughs I am usually in the city at times main reason I am asking is I am starting a podcast and would like to interview a travel vlogger and their experiences

[@MsDubati]

Pakistani people are so kind. love from an American Yemeni woman🙋🏽‍♀️💛💛

[@bigbang6382]

Welcome

[@beaulahbhakre4504]

Not only that but also Pakistan has some beautiful amazing places!!! The scenic beauty is unimaginable!!!

[@allahiseternal8422]

Stfu that’s not true at all

[@MsDubati]

@@allahiseternal8422 You can stfu I said what I said.

[@mintbrisk5961]

@@allahiseternal8422 get lost, man..

[@mattmcclellan4011]

Grew up in Chicago, Lived in NYC, back in Chicago. Grew up with Pakistani people my entire life. They are so hospitable, their food is incredible. I love anything and anyone that is Pakistani. Amazing culture. Jackson Heights is an incredible place. I've stayed there a couple times before. My friend from high school moved there after going to NYU.

[@HG4everpro]

Im a pakistani living in Barcelona, and yeah, forget the media because those bastards know so well spreading hate, we are so so hospitable and nice with all kind of People whatever is their religion our country. We love humanity

[@MrPinoCavallo]

@@HG4everpro So you are basically saying that there is no persecution or bad treatment of religious minorities in Pakistan and this is all made up by the media?

[@thesabiqoon4178]

Cool grew up in Chicago and moved to NY

[@aamaravel2493]

you're not related to george b mcclellan, are you?

[@crimsonrain9570]

@@MrPinoCavallo technically they are because living in Pakistan(Karachi )I haven't seen any minority being mistreated....dont even talk about the minority girl kidnapping incident, we all live same lives , kidnappers and bad people don't see religion before mistreating someone...if they are not secure the victim should raise their voice instead If hiding themselves.

[@SK-ns6sl]

So glad to see you reliving memories of Pakistan in the US by the food:) you rock!

[@dianal8387]

I live in Jackson Heights, 15 years now. Very vibrant neighborhood. even during the height of the pandemic, it felt lively, not abandoned, like other nyc neighborhoods.

[@TheSize42]

The best thing about peter is that... he dives deep and not just a surface showcase. So real. 😎

[@onlineteacherhometeacher3231]

Let's come For Online Quran learning (Nazra with tajweed only in 6 months+Hifz-e-Quran Translation and Tafseer) anywhere in the world contact at [phone] [phone]

[@CosmoTrav]

No Pakistani food in my country... sad that I could not make it to Pakistan this year 🙁

[@mehmoodulhassan918]

So sweet of you sister Love from Pakistan

[@worldtravler4627]

Which country you are tell me so that i make restaurant there

[@imranjutt.9083]

Hi how you doing lady you well come any time..

[@CosmoTrav]

@@worldtravler4627 sounds like a good plan 😉

[@CosmoTrav]

@@imranjutt.9083 Thanks 😊

[@La...000]

This man is in love with Pakistani culture and food..especially with peshawer.. 😍

[@audioworks4597]

Dude you have the most underrated channel on youtube. You deserve to be on HBO. Keep up the great authentic work, truly an inspiration. Bravo!

[@Travelwithchris]

Dude amazing! Pakistani food is unreal! ❤️

[@TikTokParrot]

I'm from Pakistan 🇵🇰 ❤ , New york 🇺🇸 I'm coming. Stay safe and spread love with unity ❤

[@zahus1]

Peter love to see Pakistan left a imprint in your heart, u r a good clean soul and u show it through your love of culture, your love for humanity is what draws me to your channel, also love your videography and interactive approaches to people, I think this is enough buttering up but it's the truth take care my friend

[@ahson6249]

Salam Peter, Somebody else besides me is missing Pakistan! Thanks for showing the community and how it has been thriving here in The States. Rumor has it that there are several thriving Pakistani communities in Toronto and Calgary... 😉 Allah Hafez

[@beabetterperson9914]

Peter you should have the title of : “ the most delightful international ambassador” !! I’m hooked 👍❤️🇨🇦

[@goodfortune4317]

Jackson heights was once a predominantly Pakistani-American neighborhood, Pakistanis who mostly immigrated in the 60s and 70s lived in Jackson Heights but the Pakistani population in Jackson Heights declined gradually in the 2000's. Now there are mostly new Bengladeshi immigrants live in Jackson heights. Pakistanis who are old immigrants moved elsewhere.

[@native5647]

Agree myself moved out of there 10 years ago .

[@kashikhan5361]

Yup the Pakistanis who’ve been in Jackson heights decades ago all moved out to Long Island and jersey to buy homes, now it’s mostly Bangladeshis.

[@native5647]

@@kashikhan5361 I moved out to LI then moved out to NC just getting to expensive to live in NY with growing family.

[@native5647]

@طالب العلم yes it was

[@chanelmone4721]

طالب العلم we have everything in Jackson Heights

[@mohammedismail3499]

Peter please do more videos from NY, like another 10 These are super super awesome and gets us to sense the true pulse of the city!!

[@Shawn-eq8zw]

Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn has the most Pakistani restaurants and shops in NYC. People call it little Pakistan because of the huge number of Pakistanis in that area... a lot more than Queens that’s for sure!

[@Snacks1991]

Coney Island and what

[@sgdtwo3032]

@@Snacks1991 Coney Island Ave & Foster Ave

[@Snacks1991]

@@sgdtwo3032 thanks

[@maryamahmad9762]

Yesss i live right on Coney Island and its amazing. I'm so thankful to live here

[@Shawn-eq8zw]

@@maryamahmad9762 isn’t it getting overcrowded though? I live in Kansas City and enjoy the open space and quiet, even though there aren’t too many Pakistanis here.

[@anwaarhuk9184]

Thanks for sharing. You should also visit “Little Pakistan” on Coney Island Ave in Brooklyn...

[@jackychannel]

church avenue and mcdonald avenue also.

[@thekub32]

I live there!

[@randikaalimaatakabadabhosr1636]

Al madina pakistani restaurant in coney island avenue is disgusting

[@yitzchakmordechai]

and now in Brighton Beach too!

[@jeronimoangulo4166]

Im Mexican in cali, your videos show so much and we can learn about nationalities. Keep up the good compassionate work my man....

[@yt_bharat]

Peter, you have some of the best vlogs, i sincerely wish KZbin takes this channel to it's deserved heights. Seriously, i m hooked to the videos

[@PeterSantenello]

Thanks Bharat!

[@gmmrk35]

@@PeterSantenello Will you make video on Brooklyn Pakistani community

[@HassanAhmed-hj1de]

3:27 Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan indeed, the greatest singer ever !!

[@milasophiamelody]

Very cool and diverse neighborhood... Awesome vlog, Peter! Stay safe!

[@TOMMYTV-xl5fb]

I was born, raised and still live in Flushing Queens NYC, which is right near Jackson Heights and this is a great representation of the area.

[@khan1dumvip]

When they talked about greatest Pakistani singer of all time. That got me 😢

[@george4vIogging]

Nusrat wasn't a star... He was a galaxy!

[@defoperator7993]

I love how humble and unbiased your vibe is despite being cultured and well traveled. To me you are a top notch journalist, despite being a KZbinr.

[@mr_khan715]

Love your vids Peter! Nice to see you go into our neighborhoods and relive the Pakistani experience! Coney Island is a must see! I wait everyday for your videos and honestly cant wait to see the next ones👍🏻

[@CrazyMonkey679]

Really loving this New York series, keep them coming! Watching from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@lattedee2523]

He should checkout the Irish neighborhood in the Woodlawn section of the Bronx.

[@waqqashanafi]

Yo, Peter, your editing/production is getting orders of magnitude better! It's come a long way from the vloggy videos you used to upload before, but you've preserved that personal down-to-Earth intimate feel. Good job.

[@frogstomp646]

Wow. Glad you took a tour through there! My uncle is of Trinidadian descent and lives in Jackson Heights.I had the opportunity to visit him last summer and It was amazing how many ethnicities were living and thriving within street blocks of each other. My uncle took me to a literal hole in the wall Tibetan restaurant a few blocks from his apartment and had some of the best momo I've ever had!

[@silverhawk732.]

6:18 woah that long bro fist 👊🏻 and that cute smile on peter’s face....

[@aidansmyth6480]

Hey Peter, thank you so much for posting this video. It really took me back to when, many years ago, I lived in Woodside in Queens. Jackson Heights was an area I visited often and I recall the people were always so kind and welcoming there. (Mostly Hispanics back in the '90's). Like you, I've been all around the world since those days (Irishman, married to a Russian, currently based in Prague), but I have very good memories of being in Queens. Memories made all the fresher by this video. Thank you again. Stay well.

[@usamaj19]

World need more people like u mate!! Stay blessed and keep them vids coming

[@swerveutexas]

You’re missing Pakistan, I am too! Love for your channel! 🇵🇰🇦🇺

[@DWpeep]

The only sad part is we only got a 11 minute dose of PSan...I love this guy! No one has ever shown such unique sides to NYC so this is genius!! Get longer versions on your patreon and we'll all sub to it!

[@Alkomp75]

what a great channel ! we've had enough of the mainstream media and their stereotypes about nations

[@davidapacjr1989]

Bro. You bring such joy to everyone you meet. You can see it in their faces. I wish everyone was like you. Keep it up. I’m a huge fan of this channel.

[@shahidkhansulaimankhel8174]

Love from Pakistan 🇵🇰♥️🇺🇲

[@yuhvibez]

Check out liberty avenue in Queens, last stop on the A towards lefferts Blvd. Caribbean food

[@MarianeTaylor]

I really love that you get along in every community

[@HA-eu9ph]

Grew up in in the Bronx/NYC and met people from all walks of life in the 80-90s. And ate all sorts of food from all over the world. It was a blast and I am happy I got to experience that. Hope you enjoy it was well.

[@kristoferprepelica6749]

This brings back such fond memories of all the years I lived in Queens!

[@hereismahi]

It makes me so happy that the dude in the first restaurant knew Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. He is a renowned singer in the Pakistani and Indian music industry.

[@arsalanchauhan]

Loved it, cant wait to see part 2 from Coney Island :D hope to see you back in again Pakistan too sometime in future

[@Partekal]

Pakistani food is the best!

[@lovenature904]

@Ray Donovan Just like you. Cheap and Dirty.

[@fofofofo3076]

@@lovenature904 😂👏

[@gmmrk35]

@Ray Donovan we are talking about Pakistani food not you. So stop telling what you are....

[@lovenature904]

@Ray Donovan Now you are making up stuff and attacking women... Just as I said, You are cheap and dirty person.

[@randikaalimaatakabadabhosr1636]

@s bright your wrong, come to london and see for yourself, pakistani food is the best

[@hussainahmed8096]

Just finished your Pakistan series, thank you so much for promoting my country. Hopefully you will come again. Lots of respect from Islamabad Pakistan

[@Cuarenta]

fantastic quality of the insight to the states. keep these coming! make every 50 state with your charisma and research

[@EmpressoftheLibrary]

I just came across this channel. As soon as I read the title, I knew exactly where he was going: to my old neighborhood where I grew up. I'm looking forward to watching the South Bronx video. I've worked there for 15 years.

[@FoodandFootprints]

Kababish is a great place! One of our favorite spots to eat in Jackson Heights

[@Rhymezny]

Dude have you had the chai from there? If not, you def should.

[@physicianslounge4457]

Peter, God bless you brother. I’m nostalgic now

[@24sweetguy]

Love and respect from Kolkata, India. As Salaam Alaikum and another great video from you brother to show us New York neighborhood and how people from all background mix together and make US a better place to live. I have seen New York in one of Shah Rukh Bollywood movie "Kal ho Na Ho" where they have shown everything about NY. And yes Peter was one of twelve apostles of Jesus Christ (P. B. U. H) who is also one of the most important Prophets for Muslim as well as mentioned in glorious Quran. Actually we all are people of the book with almost same prophets and teachings.

[@aniruddhashirodkar8440]

I will end up having zero bank balance if I live here, trying out different cuisines every day!!

[@hameemgillani1540]

Tell them you are not Pakistani and want to try the Pakistani food.Most of them will give it for free

[@hameemgillani1540]

@aena It does not matter much if they give you five dollar meal free . In return they can get regular customer,respect and good image of their country.

[@C1tyL1fe]

I just discovered your videos and it’s cool to see u explore Jackson heights! I was living there for the first time before corona and I miss it so thanks for showing how it is right now. You should have tried the Thai or Colombian food !

[@oliversolomon1411]

I am just now seeing this video. I was born and raised in Queens and go to Jackson Heights to do my grocery shopping. You went to the places I usually frequent! I appreciate you show different parts of NY besides Manhattan. Love the videos!

[@sab8634]

Your video just came up. I am from New York. Kababish is pretty good in Jackson Heights. It’s delicious. Love your sense of unity for all types of cultures. And not to mention your off the hook editing skills. HOW ARE YOU NOT AT OVER A MILLION SUBS!!?? You’re amazing. New sub here! 😁

[@balidriver9391]

Thanks for video its good as always

[@DavidPacJr]

It’s great to see a New York City experience from an outsiders point of view. I grew up in the Bronx, went everywhere in The Bronx and it’s not that great. Covid took a hard hit from New York but I have a feeling NYC is coming back.

[@mrsporty9669]

Peter brings people together with natural style. I like this channel and of course subscribed . 🌸

[@BabarKhan-vf1wt]

You are amazing. Nice video man !!!

[@TheMagicofJava]

Wow brilliant editing you take a New York subway and get off on Wilmslow Road in Manchester, England. Love it!

[@thekub32]

Peter, your videos are great. Keep it up!

[@hardraintonight]

As a very long term fan of Jackson Heights, the Indian/South Asian section, in particular, I loved that you interviewed the people who work and live there. Go back and eat more! Check out the Dosa King sometimes for the most amazing dosas!

[@stevenbogart526]

Man you've got the coolest material. Keep it up

[@Ezrashah]

New York looks incredible. So many cultures all in one place.

[@omerhareeb9749]

Living in Australia from last 10 years been to couple of countries but Lahore aye lahore ❤️❤️

[@randikaalimaatakabadabhosr1636]

Lahore is nothing compared to australia, london/ new york and toronto, even little oslo and copenhagen is better than lahore

[@zahra87118]

New subscriber here! Love your diversity and truth in videos. I wish so many more people were like you towards other cultures and religions ❤️ love from an Iraqi American

[@PeterSantenello]

Welcome Zahra! Thank you :)

[@Rhymezny]

Love from a Pakistani American who’s forefathers were originally from Iraq !!

[@zahra87118]

@@Rhymezny wow amazing! I never met anyone who’s South Asian with Iraqi roots

[@SacredFire777]

I'll have to take a trip out to Jackson Heights. I love international foods and to be in a neighborhood where there are many different places to visit. The world comes at your feet.

[@usamaanwar]

Love you man 🖤 Stay Blessed

[@FoodElitist]

Loved the content Peter, I just found your channel yesterday, already binged through the US episodes. I hope someday you’ll do a roadtrip in the states, because I love hearing your commentate and thoughts! peace from Hungary! Ati

[@Ahyeounnieee]

What a great vlog man....the way u capture the vibe of real life is matchless....amazing 👍🏻

[@ChrisMcEvoy]

Great video as usual Peter :)

[@anasibndawood6696]

Love your videos .. very open minded and sharing the world and differences

[@ciprian_s]

Awesome vlog , man !

[@MickeyHassan]

Nice 1. So when are you showing us the Brooklyn then!

[@SuperKojak2009]

Hi Peter. I'm Andy from London England. So glad I found you. Loving your trips, especially in New York. I visited there in 2014 and loved it. There is something about New York that you can't put into words ☺. Have you made a KZbin vlog in London England? Or do you have any plans too? I used to drive a London cab for many years, so if you do, please message me, I'd love to meet you, and show or tell you about the city and just have some food and chat about your trips. Take care, nice to be here and share your journey. 😊

[@george4vIogging]

Favourite place in London?

[@SuperKojak2009]

London has so many. We have The city of London and the West End. I love the City for its architecture and history. Wrapping is a great area. Has some great pubs. The two oldest pubs in London by the River Thames. If Peter comes to London, I can show him, also can get in touch with a superb man who has superior knowledge of the History of london.

[@abbehamasood7390]

Hi Peter once again bundle of love nd respect for u...u have such a good memories about Pakistan...from Karachi

[@Shayankabaap12]

Love from Karachi, Pakistan...

[@PAppMundo]

In the UK Indians and Pakistanis do not usually get on so well. It is nice to see they can live together peacefully in the US.

[@mithushehzada7851]

No we can't live together... Thank u..

[@ahmadusman5847]

Thanks man for showing this part of NY. Enjoyed watching all your videos of Pakistan.

[@rickstorm8948]

Awesome!!

[@passionfortravel5604]

Cool Peter. From Pakistan to Jackson Heights and Dera!!! Still have to go to Multan. Stay blessed.

[@deinnachbar8258]

hey peter, cool video! I've waited a long time for something like that from you again. thanks for that. Pls bring us closer to other cultures in US. That will be cool 😎

[@SK-ns6sl]

Pakistanis also love and appreciate your sincerity and love Peter

[@Catlover955.]

I love your videos Peter. I am visiting Pakistan from DC soon and I had a lot of insight watching your videos :-)

[@shinertom142]

Wow love the guy who said “Paki” community..lol if we say that here in uk your deemed a Racist.. such great cultures and all getting along .. the way life should be

[@alpirl2921]

A lot of the time when people say that in the UK or Ireland they mean it in a racist way

[@monke2633]

Yea because it was used racially in the uk so badly

[@sufyanfarid5997]

@A K Some Pakistanis use this word Paki as a short form for Pakistani so he’s not an arse, just ignorant. If you tell them that it has a racist meaning they might avoid saying it in U.K.

[@muhyee294]

@@sufyanfarid5997 yeah just some blacks call each other the n word. It’s stupid

[@zay_kash]

Because in the UK that's used as a racial slur compared to the states it's just short termed for Pakistani as it was never used as a racial slur

[@dino2736]

I don t like how this dude talks about the South Bronx, he says ... it s a mix of junkies, crackheads and cool people ... this neighbourhood showed you love man !

Glad I came across this channel ✔

[@ozahmed4523]

Nice Electro soundtrack Peter!

[@arashparthian1869]

Great personality bro , lovely man 🤘🏻you talk with your eyes .

[@gulnazshaikh6303]

Will definitely check out Brooklyn NY and Jackson Heights👍

[@cryptoworld8554]

wow great job man

[@rawdyrider]

You the man Peter!

[@dannytoledo9723]

Man, you blend well with all types of people. Like your style man👍

[@yasirhussain4071]

I think it loves Pakistanis very much. ♥️ Love from india 🇮🇳

[@obiesario6915]

You are doing a great job. Your vlogs are awesome

[@NoName-mq8cs]

Peter May God Bless you! Love from Pakistan!

[@ilfordNaeem]

pleasantly surprised by ur video and surprised by the size of this communuty, bet its heaving on eid or in ramadan, good wrk, when i go usa im sure to visit here

[@markclayton626]

Cool vlog 👍

[@uzairafridi5589]

You rocked Peter. Lots of love to you from Pakistan. ❤️

[@MoeHashim255]

Did you end up going to Coney Island as well Peter? Just checking if we have another great video coming up!

[@kashifS8]

Always enjoy your vlog Peter keep up with amazing work