Hello to all. I am grateful to have Cele and his family at my shop. And while it is heartwarming to see all the concern for Cele and his well being, I felt a few facts not mentioned in this story should be stated. Like most NYC dough rollers, Cele is extremely well compensated. While I am not going to post the man's salary on a public forum, I will say that these folks are extremely skilled AND yes, they work physically hard. That is not a combination you see often. As a result, they are highly sought after. NYC rollers can easily make low 6 figure salaries depending on how many shops they choose to work with. They are freelancers. They make their own schedules and set their own hours. A guy like Cele can basically walk into any decent NYC shop and pretty much name his price. Cele is among those top tier people. The fact that he has chosen to stick with me since I've opened my doors AND felt comfortable enough to entrust me to employ both of his children for the past 5 years (Both amazing human beings by the way) is one of the markers I can use to know that I am living my life and running my stores the right way. Lastly, while I can not speak for what takes place at his other job, I can say that Cele works for us 3-4 days per week. Usually around 4 hours per day. He is his own boss, works at his own pace, and comes and goes as he pleases. There have been a few comments here about his work space. The basement filmed in this story is 2000 square feet. To put that into perspective, it's about 800 square feet larger than the place my family of 3 currently reside 🙂 It's large and well lit as far as NYC restaurant basements go . I know this man for 30 years. We worked together at other shops and come from the same neighborhood. We are both Gen X'ers and I think one of the reasons we enjoy being around each other is because we share a work ethic and a belief that everything matters. .There's a mutual respect. It is heartwarming to see all the love going Cele's way but I would like to say that a few of the comments I've seen here where people are just assuming the worst have been hurtful and quite insulting to someone who has made a conscious effort to always treat people (especially the folks who help you reach success) with kindness and respect. I'm a small business owner. I am not building rockets and flying them around the globe for fun. Like most of my staff, I too am out there scrapping away day in and day out. Putting in the hours, working hard at something I love to do which makes it not all that hard. We are NYC restaurant people. It's what we do. I am grateful to have people like Cele work with me. As I said when I was interviewed by Priya (Sadly it didn't make the cut) NYC still exists because of people like Cele. They carried NYC on their backs throughout the entire shutdown of 2020/2021. My place would not exist if not for my staff's hard work and dedication. They stood with me when they could've easily walked away. Not one day does that ever escape me. My staff and I are bonded in way that only people who went through those days together could ever understand. We are family. I hope this clears some things up and helps to put folks mind's at ease. Thank
@gp1102 Жыл бұрын
Seeing his kids working there too, it must be cause you're an excellent boss. Thanks for the comment!
@jimmywu888 Жыл бұрын
you must be a great boss if Celestino has been with you for so long, thanks for the post.
@DeliaLee8 Жыл бұрын
@Christopher Pugliese I think those of us who commented are sensitive to the historically bad pay/treatment of restaurant workers. Thank you for filling out the story and information! Very interesting to learn about the dough rollers, too. You seemed to be a decent guy fully appreciative of Cele and his family. And it would surprise me if Priya hadn't vetted Cele's work conditions/pay. So, thanks again.
@DeliaLee8 Жыл бұрын
@NYT Cooking Also - maybe Christopher Pugliese's comment can be pinned at the top?! It provides a lot of good information and would eliminate the need for people to feel defensive for Cele.
@RobDircks Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your perspective, Christopher! You rock!
@cuatrodude Жыл бұрын
Celestino is one of millions of Mexican men that came to this country to make an honest living, working hard for his family. God bless him.
@OskieOmega Жыл бұрын
Reminds me of my father who came here in the 70s and was a butcher for many years
@sergiokieri3137 Жыл бұрын
My father was a carpenter who worked hard for decades. My brother became an auto maker, my sister works in tax preparation, and I’m an engineer. I always think of his hard work when I am at my job, doing my best to be productive.
@Jessuschrist Жыл бұрын
Reminds me of my dad . Shits beautiful seeing their stories shared fr🇲🇽
@eyanosasioux957510 ай бұрын
He is like my father as well and now I am like them for familia 😎💪🏾🇺🇸🥹
@Dirtydinero6910 ай бұрын
I went to a pizzeria in NYC. Niggah Mexicans were making my pizza. Went to a Chinese restaurant. Same thing a Mexican was the cook. Then I went to an Italian restaurant. Bruh Armando was cooking the fucking pasta. Mexico be shipping out there cooks world wide to learn different dishes.
@liteprotoss Жыл бұрын
If I see that man on the street, I'd want his autograph and a handshake. He's one of NY's hidden treasures.
@wm6549 Жыл бұрын
He lives in my neighborhood! I hope I run into him on the bus someday.
@YeOldeGnurd Жыл бұрын
I'd worry about ending up in the ER shaking his super-powered bagel-rolling hand.
@zupra5638 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely master of his art
@Joker24126 Жыл бұрын
Not only an autograph and handshake, but also take a photo with him 💯💯👍🏽
@mesiroy12348 ай бұрын
I hope the hipster ownwer dosnt pays him amoount he worth
@tashix4672 Жыл бұрын
This country is nothing without great people like Celestino and his family. I hope he lives a long life.
@Keliiyamashita Жыл бұрын
He’s American… you must mean his generation. That journalist was hungry and all she did was watch him bust ass.
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much
@alexanderscalzo340 Жыл бұрын
@@celestinogarcia22U are an amazing man and I wish u the absolute best to u and ur family! Much love to u Celestino
@alexanderscalzo340 Жыл бұрын
@@celestinogarcia22Thank always for reminding us the importance of hard work and dedication. God bless u sir!
@mayraherrera6791 Жыл бұрын
I appreciate how Priya speaks Spanish and how she highlights the underdogs of the food industry. Wonderful story!
@serafinacosta7118 Жыл бұрын
The hall of fame lady pro golfer Lorena Ochoa , used to go meet the grounds crew to congratulate the folks taking care of the playing field , mostly either Mexicans or Central Americans. And that ebullient gal from True Food TV ( How does it grow ) , she and her crew also provide space for pickers on their footage.
@wm6549 Жыл бұрын
Priya married a white amateur baker so she has to do stories about immigrants to balance things out.
@mignonnesilva4306 Жыл бұрын
@@wm6549great comment. Because a woman of colour can't marry anyone she wants to.
@danielp415 Жыл бұрын
Sounds like shes reading right off a translator on her phone though 😂
@Fatvod Жыл бұрын
The guy speaks pretty damn good English yet she needs to show off her broken spanish
@GiveMeLemons Жыл бұрын
I was floored and left in tears when Celestino thanks the customers in the end. And after all his hard work! Bless this man and his family.
@alfredocastanedagarcia5616 Жыл бұрын
No, you were not.
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much
@dianalugo573810 ай бұрын
It's the daughter looking so proud at her dad. Got me crying over here 😢.
@ixD99 ай бұрын
Definitely broke me down too. 🥹 I love my gente. 💙
@TheDiolulaLife7 ай бұрын
I know right! I was just watching a great video about bagels and then that one part just hit me right in the corazon.
@michellealvarez81604 ай бұрын
Just like my mom and dad came to this country for my sister and I to have a better life. This man reminded me of my dad. My dad passed away 4 years ago and I hope he knows how proud in was of him for working countless jobs and hours 😢
@intsccents2 ай бұрын
Me too
@Spuger5911 ай бұрын
At the beginning when I saw him head to the bus, I started to cry as it reminds me of my mother……thanks to her sacrifices I’m able to now help her as an adult.
@niasteadley Жыл бұрын
I’m a small scale (home, friends family) hand rolling bagel maker - hats off to Celestino. Seeing his daughter tear up in appreciation for her dad brought me to tears 🥲
@carlafewell463 Жыл бұрын
I didn’t expect to cry. He’s working so hard for his family. I was proud by the end of the interview. Thanking you for sharing his story.
@emeliaheck1620 Жыл бұрын
9:42 “We have a backup guy we never use.” This man is a machine!!!!!! So much r🙌🏻 RESPECT 🙌🏻 to Celestino.
@draco2xx9 ай бұрын
that back up guy should step in and let him take a month off
@mesiroy12348 ай бұрын
Menaing he would fire the meican if he could
@gabriellanicole4412 Жыл бұрын
Immigrants do not mess around when it comes to their job. Especially, the Mexican people! They are exemplary employees and truly humble/kind-heartened people. I hope Celestino gets the vacation he deserves! Thank you for sharing his story cause this stuff is valuable.
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much
@ericeandco11 ай бұрын
Depends on the immigrant. There’s lazy ones out there too.
@sohu86x7 ай бұрын
@@ericeandco There are lazy people everywhere, but first generation immigrants have to work hard to pay bills and rent - it makes sense.
@truth-vs2ot27 күн бұрын
Yes! Mexicans are some of the most hard working and nicest people.
@rowanrooks Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing Celestino's story with us. I hope he is well compensated for his hard work. I think it's important to tell the stories of working class people and especially immigrants because a lot of Americans don't know how hard it is to work at jobs like this. How can someone look at this man and say he doesn't deserve a living wage, health insurance, and savings for retirement?
@rafadacosta1675 Жыл бұрын
Exactly! The hardest workers I've ever worked with, were always immigrants.
@LobsterAlert Жыл бұрын
Absolutely. So many people talking bad about someone with this work ethic is just wrong. We need more people like him
@nanettecasaletto4336 Жыл бұрын
Would be nice for someone to put up a Go Fund Me and send him on a fabulous vacation
@sfwashi Жыл бұрын
@beefcurtains3095my parents were immigrants like this
@theoriginalbridgetconnors Жыл бұрын
To quote those two philosophers Lafayette and Hamilton: "Immigrants, we get the job done!"
@Food-Journeys Жыл бұрын
The fact that all he wanted to say to the audience was "thank you for providing me a job" is amazing. Much respect to big Celestino. Salt of the earth.
@iheartnikes2187 Жыл бұрын
Always proud for our people because we know how to get work done 🇲🇽 💪🏻
@c.sanchez4521 Жыл бұрын
Y sí 💯
@arlettebellio212 Жыл бұрын
Viva Mexico! 🇲🇽
@salvadorcruz46 Жыл бұрын
🇲🇽
@insan3d0wn3r Жыл бұрын
Priya. Your journalism is top tier. You don't just tell stories, you show the lives and hearts of all these hard working people that we would have never heard of otherwise. Thank you.
@goodputin4324 Жыл бұрын
Nope 😅
@Jessuschrist Жыл бұрын
10/10 journalism
@SheriLynNut Жыл бұрын
I mean, she could have clarified his working conditions a little, explained he was a freelancer etc. otherwise yeah, great story
@henrylee85108 ай бұрын
Except as a NYer, why is she toasting a fresh bagel. Sacrilegious
@nigelkhan9278 Жыл бұрын
This man even at his age is a beast. So much pride and love in his craft. They better pay him well and have a great 401K.
@Twidi_ Жыл бұрын
This is what I call a real father. The hard work he puts into it to provide for his family, it made me emotional even though he said he loves his job. He and his family deserve the world! ❤
@gerardohernandez102 Жыл бұрын
Celestino Garcia! Tiene mis mil respetos! That's right!! Mexican power! That's how America runs!! 🇲🇽🇺🇸🇲🇽🇺🇸🇲🇽
@Damindeater Жыл бұрын
The daughter's look at @12:54 is pure heartwarming gold. It has so many layers. The Pride Tha Gratitude The Happiness That look has them all. Thank You signor Celestino
@robertbelardo7087 Жыл бұрын
When she starts to tear up when talking about her dad, it is from the love she has for him and pride in the work he does, he is her hero,
@salvadorcruz46 Жыл бұрын
@@robertbelardo7087that’s my fav part I watched it like 10 times already 👏
@Chaddingway9 ай бұрын
That little smile she has while watching her dad go beast mode on that mountain of dough was everything.
@seld6019 Жыл бұрын
12:44 They are so lucky to have a father like they do. I miss my dad a lot, he worked like this for his family.
@DeliaLee8 Жыл бұрын
Another great video! Celestino is amazing. Sadly, my first thought was that I really hope he is paid well because that is some hard, tiring work. I like that he has several family members working at the stores also. It seems like the manager/owner does appreciate him and his family.
@katarinaohlsson1160 Жыл бұрын
@@TSBAGELS this is so good to hear! Thank you for clearing that up.
@vmvm949 Жыл бұрын
he better be really well paid
@aquaneon8012 Жыл бұрын
@@katarinaohlsson1160 what did he say. i dont see his comments anymore
@jaydee6361 Жыл бұрын
Why would you just assume he's overworked and underpaid? I'm sure he's paid well as he could go do this anywhere for anyone at anytime. Maybe he actually instilled a work ethic in his children that you don't have and never will have?
@jaydee6361 Жыл бұрын
Why would you just assume he's overworked and underpaid? I'm sure he's paid well as he could go do this anywhere for anyone at anytime. Maybe he actually instilled a work ethic in his children that you don't have and never will have?
@serenasmith4039 Жыл бұрын
Protect Celestino at all costs! This man is too precious.
@audiolink100 Жыл бұрын
I see my dad in this man. My dad came to this country for a better life for us and thanks to him my siblings and I do!. My dad busted his ass in the fields of California with the sun burning on his back for 40+ years and he never complained. My respects to any man who works there ass off to take care of their family.
@portergieske Жыл бұрын
I lived within walking distance to Court Street Bagels for 15 years, from 1992-2007. I must have eaten hundreds of his bagels, and I always wondered who made them, when?, how?, how fresh were they? Now I know! Thanks for the video research, and thanks to this kind man. I am awed by his work ethic. I bow down and thank him for the bagels, for they were always a little larger than the rest, and tastier, and the texture was always just right.
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much
@henrylee85108 ай бұрын
Going to NY for first time this summer. I always thought NYers never toast a fresh bagel, there's no need. She mentions toasting bagels at least twice. What gives?
@MassiUb19 күн бұрын
@@celestinogarcia22 Senor que orgullo! que dios lo bendiga y sus manos magicas! Exitos para sus hijos y su familia completa, porque usted ya logro todo el exitooo! Felicidades!
@celestinogarcia2219 күн бұрын
@MassiUb buenas tardes no se imagina que que felicidad ciento que la gente le gusta mí trabajo muchas gracias por sus palabras
@LandraRaible Жыл бұрын
What an extraordinary story! While impressed by Celestino's work ethic, what stood out most to me was his obvious love and pride for his children, and the love and respect they have for him.
@ingridc.llewellyn3910 Жыл бұрын
Same❤❤❤
@scasterful Жыл бұрын
Couldn't stop crying after he said his family motivates him
@GeneValgene Жыл бұрын
I lost it when his daughter started tearing up when talking about her dad
@djdigital3806 Жыл бұрын
I’m 59 and work hard. This man is the harder and most efficient worker l ever seen. Wow!
@JackyGuerrero Жыл бұрын
This story got me tearing up. Celestino is an amazing human being and we are so lucky to have him be so dedicated in his craft. It was also beautiful to see how much his children love him. You know he lives a fulfilled life. Beautiful. Great job as always Priya!
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much
@helioalves636610 ай бұрын
Professional Lesson from Celestino: 1) Work ethic - your approach to work 2) Responsibility - your personal character 3) Taking work seriously - the way you approach the task at hand 4) Accomplish - finish what you start (commitment)
@solanag1826 Жыл бұрын
bro im 24 and my joints act like 70. this man 58. He deserves everything
@h3cz_9 ай бұрын
hit the gym
@samaraisnt5 ай бұрын
^the gym doesn’t magically repair damaged joints 💀 That’d be dietary if anything but it’s mostly genetics. Diet can only do so much if you have joint damage. FYI poor joints make it HARDER to work out and make you more prone to injury. Dumb ahh take.
@kaygomez19274 ай бұрын
Lmfao this is funny af but accurate
@rizzoli74 ай бұрын
youre overweight. go gym and work hard
@Jnines Жыл бұрын
12:50 got me dripping tears because you can see and feel how proud you have to be to have him as your father
@bicks212 Жыл бұрын
Can I just say that I so appreciate that you know Spanish and for more than one of these stories have used those skills for interviews? I know you grew up in Texas, but I also presume you’re not a native speaker. Thank you for pursuing a skill that allows us to hear people’s stories in their own words.
@juliettailor1616 Жыл бұрын
Actually I think he would have been happy to tell us everything in English. The audience is primarily English speaking, she's not a native speaker so what on earth is the point?
@bicks212 Жыл бұрын
I’ve always appreciated when people make an effort to connect, even if it’s not “practical” or “necessary”
@robertbelardo7087 Жыл бұрын
To all those people that disparage immigrants and complain that they are taking work away from you, okay, go ahead and roll 3 thousand bagels a day, 7 days a week.
@thaixle72 ай бұрын
Damn right, bro!
@George-ho8uo Жыл бұрын
My wife and I are moved to tears as we watch this.
@jedsa05 Жыл бұрын
Priya Krishna is a fantastic food journalist, and this video is no exception. This was a fascinating profile--it was great learning about Mr. Garcia!
@CoroBasso Жыл бұрын
Indeed, Ms. Krishna is a new discovery for me. I'm not a food person, but I will keep an eye on her work.
@spandex7055 Жыл бұрын
All she did was ask softball questions, not really worthy of a Pulitzer.
@CoroBasso Жыл бұрын
@@spandex7055Why you silly wabbit... wait, you're being serious?? 🤨🙄
@goodputin4324 Жыл бұрын
Nope she sucks speaking Spanish
@fantaseandoaudiolibros1220 Жыл бұрын
Muchas gracias querido Celestino!!!Bendiciones para usted y su familia desde México!!
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Muchas gracias por sus buenos deseos
@celestinogarcia2211 ай бұрын
Muchas gracias por los buenos deseos y saludos para mi México
@markportier5466 Жыл бұрын
Deeply moving. Disarmingly so. There is something saintly in Celestino. The depth of his devotion to his family, the relentless intensity of his love of his vocation. His quiet, all-consuming passion. His integrity. This world, where so many of us aspire to be famous for fame's sake, to enjoy a frictionless life of luxury, has much to learn about the true meaning of life from this extraordinary man who awakens while we sleep, who puts his body and his being into his work, who sends three-thousand unsigned valentines to strangers. Every day.
@CoroBasso Жыл бұрын
Well said sir...
@intsccents2 ай бұрын
Said so beautiully...
@ZaterahUniverse Жыл бұрын
Celestino what a great man he is! Aplausos por ser un padre ejemplar y hombre de familia, Dios lo bendiga señor!
@celestinogarcia2211 ай бұрын
Muchas por bendiciones amén
@JennNahrstadt Жыл бұрын
When I worked behind the counter of a food retail establishment, I learned to see people. The work you are doing, Priya, is helping people, like those young women who you told about Celestino, see those who labor unseen so they can enjoy something. Celestino isn’t seeking any esteem from others. He is humble and reliable and internally motivated. What a profile!
@palomanieblas2417 Жыл бұрын
Gracias por mostrar el excelente trabajo de Celestino!!, Dios lo bendiga a él y a su familia!
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Buenas noches gracias por sus buenos deseos
@seethoj12 Жыл бұрын
he deserves the same respect we give michellin star bread bakers and artisans
@stevenbegleiter7662 Жыл бұрын
wonderful documentary..my father was also an immigrant and worked and worked and worked...to provide for us and make a better life...Immigrants are the heart beat of our country and we need to respect them and acknowledge their contributions to our society. Rolling bagels, washing dishes, pick grapes etc....
@lorassorkin Жыл бұрын
Thank you for introducing Celestino to us. It's the unsung heroes like him that just quietly make things happen. It's killing me a little right now because he's worth a million bucks, and I'm certain he's not pulling down anything close.
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much
@koolz409410 ай бұрын
Thats a real man....Pay attention young boys , this is how you have honor ....God bless this story
@nikkibrahm1062 Жыл бұрын
what a sweet, sweet man
@jackiwannapaint Жыл бұрын
the vacation is not a good idea
@sweetnectar8310 ай бұрын
This made me cry so much!!!😢😢😢😢😢 Celestino thank you!!! You are greatly appreciated!!! And Priya you are an amazing journalist!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@marcogutierrez427911 ай бұрын
Celestino usted me da orgullo ser Mexicano. Bendiciones a usted ya su familia.
@celestinogarcia2211 ай бұрын
Muchas gracias por los buenos deseos saludos
@draco2xx9 ай бұрын
man the owner needs to show his appreciation and get a him a house, this man is 1 of 1 and should be treated like a king by the owner
@mikesweeney2324 Жыл бұрын
What a sweetheart. These are the people making our food. Thank you for giving them the recognition they deserve.
@BFRIZZLE9099 ай бұрын
Mexico has blessed america with some very dedicated workers, lots of love and respect to our southern family.
@agostinabertani2642 Жыл бұрын
One of the best videos I ever saw on this channel. Thank you for sharing Celestino's story. And all the best for him and his family. He is a true role model in work ethic.
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much
@ANGBelgium9 ай бұрын
Celestino is a Good Person and Father. God Bless You.
@mayito9100 Жыл бұрын
A true inspirational story. I feel proud for this great man. Society needs more people like Celestino
@ZennyReacts Жыл бұрын
3 locations?? Man this dude is a G. Every New Yorker needs to buy this guy something he likes
@katyionis Жыл бұрын
I love Priya’s reporting and the On the Job series. She shows so much respect and kindness and willingness to learn to all the people she interviews. Speaking their language literally is amazing. I love to see these stories behind the scenes of so much of what keeps our cities running smoothly. This was a tear jerker 🥹
@Chickadee_ Жыл бұрын
One of these businesses should have offered him a partnership by now.
@missyblack1058 Жыл бұрын
I had the same thought! At what point does the individual making the product become more than an employee. He deserves a royalty on top of his wages, I would say.
@ALNizhoni Жыл бұрын
Jee. Zus. Not everyone WANTS to be an owner or partner. That's your American way of life talking. Thinking that unless you're in a certain type of position, then your work is somehow worthless or less than. How many more times do people have to explain this - this man ENJOYS this work. He CHOOSES this life and this work. He does what he WANTS to do. Being an owner is clearly NOT a headache he wants. Let this man live his life on his terms (which he seems perfectly capable of defining for himself).
@MayorSom Жыл бұрын
@@ALNizhoni well he’s still going to be doing what he loves, but compensated more so he can assist his family and have less stressful life.
@jacquir833110 ай бұрын
Unfortunately, the cost of living has become so expensive in The USA you do not have a choice. @@ALNizhoni
@ihatehandles1114 ай бұрын
Seriously, he deserves half the profits from Tompkins Square Bagels!!!
@jordanlash78909 ай бұрын
4:01 love see those bagels ingredients and seeing them come together
@akrabano Жыл бұрын
Those businesses BETTER pay him a GRIP of money bcz without him, they're nothing but I bet they don't pay him close to what he's worth. He can name his his salary.
@Koboldmensch Жыл бұрын
We all know they dont
@julesherez Жыл бұрын
I’m with you, this man is the backbone of 3 locations. I’m thinking if he made more then enough he could open his very own bagel 🥯 shop 🤔
@TheBLGL Жыл бұрын
You know they aren’t paying him sh*t.
@michaelt9245 Жыл бұрын
If they did he would have his own spot
@pnourani Жыл бұрын
He should ask for a big raise, if they say no then he doesn't go into work and watch them buckle. Problem is these companies trap you because you can't afford to not work.
@celianeser533710 ай бұрын
Dang. The love in that family, from the father to the children and back, is palpable. They lucked out to have such a wonderful dad, and he lucked out having children who appreciate and love him so much.
@TH-dg2mm Жыл бұрын
This guy works from 4am-6pm, 14 hour shifts, performing skilled labour that almost nobody does anymore? They better be paying this dude truckloads of money.
@Camilo19832001 Жыл бұрын
We all know the owners are not
@intsccents2 ай бұрын
He makes over $10000 per year between the shops he rolls for ! hes not an employee he is his boss making his own hours around 4 days a week....
@yvonnebnv4 күн бұрын
@@Camilo19832001 You don't know anything of the sort! What a stupid thing to say. The guy makes six figures for your information. Ignorant assumption ...
@andresdavid57699 ай бұрын
Behind closed those doors this man runs the show. We often don't see that and we forget the people in the back thank you for this video.
@sp1970ful Жыл бұрын
An unsung hero of NYC this brought a smile to my face and a tear to my eye. I did not even know one person rolled bagels for multiple places but I will certainly be going to support those shops.
@josephlevy6254 Жыл бұрын
I used to live across the street from Tompkins. Those are the best bagels I’ve ever had and they fueled me every day. This man is my hero.
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much
@annettebitet8603 Жыл бұрын
God Bless Celestino! He is the salt of the earth! So hardworking, and the fact that he really loves what he does, makes all the difference! Bravo! ♥️♥️🌺🌹
@signorinabohemia3140 Жыл бұрын
This man is a bona fide HERO! When I go visit NYC I will be honored to meet and shake this man’s hand, thank him for his hard work and of course eat one of his delicious bagels. He reminds me of my Papa! 💛 Great story Priya and NY Times!
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Anytime thank
@goawayinternet Жыл бұрын
I really like this kind of video showcasing the people who work hard and don't get a lot of recognition. The restaurant world especially in NYC is fairly unforgiving and thankless. Bagelcrafting is an art and this dude is a master, and clearly a good man who cares for his family.
@judithlauron28569 ай бұрын
What a fine and important story told here. Celestino and his family are the true foundation of this country. Love the tears full of pride and love from his daughter.
@rachaelgoldman5846 Жыл бұрын
It's not just the work that he's performing. He knows the recipe for making large batch bagels - a challenging skill on it's own. But he also knows the recipes for making the other flavors. Good for him!
@ibrarali93699 ай бұрын
The fact that he thanked the customers at the end tells you all you need to know about this man. MashaAllah.
@handfuloflight2 ай бұрын
Alhamdullilah
@americahernandez9594 Жыл бұрын
I loved this! Left tears in my eyes thank you for highlighting Celestino and his craft. Such an amazing video 🤍🤍
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much
@taylorsmith420910 ай бұрын
The fact that he trust his children working with his employer and that the owner knows them well enough to know their aspirations and hopes to see them moving up in his business speaks VOLUMES to that restaurant’s culture. I’ll have to make a stop there my next visit into the city
@TheAmelie1990 Жыл бұрын
the reasons that he works so much and incredibly hard, moved me to tears. His humbleness is so touching.
@Tebbles079 ай бұрын
Watching this breaks and warms my heart at the same time. Celestino a man, son, brother, husband, father role model and standard is... the reality of alot of immigrants.. as one too I am inspired and embarrassed for not working harder when Celestino and many like him work so hard.. what a wonderful man
@thehomelessproject3784 Жыл бұрын
Props to him.. a real man who knows how to work hard and provide for his loved ones... this is a level of work ethic you don't see anymore
@esayucateca4 ай бұрын
Priya I’m so glad you interviewed Celestino in Spanish! His work is amazing. Thank you for another great documentary
@bobby350z Жыл бұрын
Made my cry. Thanks for showing this man's work.
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much I very happy
@dikshac01 Жыл бұрын
priya krishna rocks. so much sensitivity shown by her. very respectful and humble. also amazing that she can speak multiple languages and is respectful of different cultures. great story and a great video.
@alecmacartney2807 Жыл бұрын
I love when Priya speaks Spanish!!
@serafinacosta7118 Жыл бұрын
She does fine . Needs more repetitions to get it more fluid. Still shows good mettle for a field reporter.
@christnhvv25610 ай бұрын
What a great guy with a great family! Guys like this deserve everything they get and so much more. I hope he gets paid well for his work. Much respect
@justg1226 Жыл бұрын
I am so enamoured by this man and his family, his work ethic and his happiness with his choices. I wish more could do what he does with a happy face.
@ernsterdah9 ай бұрын
This is what America is about. Hands up for Don Celestino 🙌🏾
@ynot5478 Жыл бұрын
Another fabulous video from Priya. I love how she reveals to us the unsung heroes of the food industry in such a personal way. And thank you, Celestino, for the heavenly bagels!
@angelvpineda6843 Жыл бұрын
Priya namaste. Thanks for showing both parts of my culture, I'm a Mexican, Spanish Jew from Mexico. And to a Mexican brother do 🥯 without being Jewish it's awesome. Much love also for Indian 🇮🇳 culture. Be-virkat Elohim India 🇮🇳.
@BertParadis Жыл бұрын
I love the candid way you show the important work of this important man, Celestino Garcia. My brother lives in Brooklyn and enjoys Mr. Garcia's bagels. There is no machine that can replace him.
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much
@MikeyDealz Жыл бұрын
I work in phenomenal bagel shop in Jersey and our roller doesn't get the credit he deserves. These are the real heroes without capes!
@neuromaiden Жыл бұрын
So appreciative for Celestino! He is a force of nature! Passion is everything!
@clifftendler86478 ай бұрын
Brilliant episode with exceptional production values. I am in awe of & inspired by Celestino, his work ethic, love for his family & their love for him. He truly embodies the concept of "the American dream."
@cayarudegal Жыл бұрын
Celestino is rolling all the dough, he should definitely be collecting all the dough too! He needs his own shop!!! 🙏🏽❤
@zenobiadhamodiwala843711 ай бұрын
What a hard working man.......God bless you Celestino. May you live a happy life.
@phdcreative Жыл бұрын
What a fantastic story! The next time I go to NYC I'll be sure to go and try one of his creations
@celestinogarcia22 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much
@aliehzr86749 ай бұрын
A reflection of a fathers LOVE for this family. Love builds strength 💪🏼 Now this is MAN!! God bless you and your family 🙏🏼
@jonathanklabunde6639 Жыл бұрын
This is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for highlighting this man, Priya. This is actually America.
@scottmeredith840910 ай бұрын
This man has shown his kids what a husband and father is to their family. God bless this man.
@monkiecher Жыл бұрын
Celestino deserves the key to NYC!
@suyapajimenez516 Жыл бұрын
This the second time I watch this video. Celestino has to be very proud of himself. A great example.
@kwan098 Жыл бұрын
3 locations? That’s crazy
@ruthduran3938 Жыл бұрын
I love bagels! Thank you Celestino y Muchas bendiciones para usted y su familia
Жыл бұрын
Hard worker mexican. Gracias por su trabajo, Celestino!
@ALXXHH9 ай бұрын
As a Mexican and NYC native, respect to celestino. His age doesnt stop him from providing for his family