New York's Best Kept Secret?

We already visited the "Little Italy", NYC you're probably most familiar with, but have you heard of Arthur Ave? This neighborhood in the Bronx claims to be the "REAL" Little Italy in NYC, so of course, we had to check it out for ourselves. Mozzarella shops, cannoli, Italian grocery shopping, coffee, bakeries, salami tasting and eating at Enzo's- what do you think? Is this an authentic Italian experience in the USA?
Arthur Ave, Bronx - The REAL "Little Italy"
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[@joelbrown3479]

As a 59 year old Bronx Boy, I'm sooooo thrilled you two found Author Ave... The smiles on your faces tell the story. Bronx Love guyz 😎😜😎🥰

[@PresMonroe]

Wow … you almost brought me to tears. I grew up in the Bronx in late 1950s. My mom used to drag me to the Italian stores. Salami hanging from ceiling. Sawdust on the floor. Amazing aromas. Ravioli and pasta. A million memories. Arthur Ave is pretty much what is left. So happy you 2 got to enjoy it !!!! God Bless you both.

[@terramommajeffries7294]

As a Bronx, Arthur Avenue is one of the most authentic you will get. It’s one of the last real neighborhoods that you will see!! Thanks for visiting one of our best kept secrets here in the Bronx!

[@AaronSmith-x6o]

My uncles and grandmother rip live there for over 40 years now. It's my favorite place on earth. Always sad when I leave.

[@randyporter3491]

Ok, my wife are headed to NYC next week (from Nashville) and after watching this, I have changed our plans completely. This is the most amazing people and community I've seen and HAVE to experience it. Thank you two SO much for the insight ! This was an incredible video that gave the true feel of Arthur Ave.

[@FirstLast-qw7gh]

Please share how it was for you?

[@amychristina3768]

Yes! This is what America should be about all these communities and cultures thriving together. Gosh imagine the amazing foods and experiences we could all have and enjoy if instead of drowning it out with chain restaurants and groceries.

[@Rosalie-ct8mi]

Very well said 👏👏

[@rustybearden1800]

I'm a South Carolinian who lived in Westchester County and worked daily in NYC for 15 years. Lots of places in the Tri State area will have their little enclaves of Italian American shops and restaurants but Arthur Ave is a world unto itself. You can find things here that you cannot find anywhere else - a paradise for cooks and food lovers and admirers of all things Italian. It is especially wonderful during the holidays and on warm summer evenings when you can stroll from shop to shop, having a gelato and hearing lots of Italian being spoken. On a warm, sunny day get a nice bottle of wine, some sparkling water, olives and roasted peppers, good bread , some really good cheeses and a blanket and flop on the grass somewhere in a nice park and relax, eat, take a nap. The best Little Italy, period. I miss it!

[@trappersurge6364]

You really did a great service to yourselves, your subscribers, and Arthur Ave., by going there and producing this video. Outside of Italy, there's no other place like it.

[@ThePasinis]

Thank you so much. It was an incredible experience! We hope this video helps more people know about it and visit in the future!

[@dianadundidit5343]

Agreed!

[@marybeyiard8271]

Ugh I'm n California 😪 an haven't been to New York or anywhere around it ice Ben on a cruise to the Bahamas as a young teenager an driven from Cali to Florida an stopped at all the states between here n there I've always wanted to go someday maybe but I love these two I just love how they r together the respect for each other an the love they have an u can just tell they know deeply kno how lucky they r to have each other an in this world that can b so awful an cruel they make me smile so if nothing else I thank them for all of that ❤

[@hmt5oo]

@@ThePasinis greeting. My backround is north africa ., but i am addicted to madonia bakery which i feel they make the best bread in the world.. Specially olive bread, walnut cranberry bread, jalapeno breads, ++++ Also casa de mozzarella which make also best tinny fresh mozzarella...

[@kristyb5821]

@@ThePasinishave you found anything authentic in Nashville? I’ve been so disappointed with the lack of good Italian in Nashville. Maggiano’s and Coco’s just aren’t cutting it 😂. If you have any recommendations help a girl out please! I have been all over middle TN looking for authentic Italian and have been severely disappointed. My great grandmother immigrated from Campania and I can’t find anything close to what I get from my family.

[@tracys694]

My heart is happy just watching you two enjoy Arthur Ave. ❤ It is not only the real Italian NYC but one of the few real old school ‘neighborhoods’ left in the boroughs. I know Manhattan is more fun, but you’ll never get a better group of people looking out for you than the Bronx.

[@gkennedy2998]

I co-sign this!

[@nrbmemes2414]

The bronx also has little Dominican Republic with how many are in it.

[@sophiac5765]

I noticed they seemed friendlier here letting you film at least in the Italian delis. It is so lovely you fully embrace Alessio's culture and go on these journeys with him, you can see it brings you both joy! I know he does the same for you too being open minded with the American culture and foods ❤❤ you guys are the sweetest. Thank you for sharing your trips with us 😊

[@ThePasinis]

Thank you so much! We love doing things that the other enjoys!

[@dugdoll3295]

I was not hungry before watching this video, but now 🤤😋🤪😝

[@raydgreenwald7788]

Yea they’re super nice in little Italy, always have been.

[@NotContinuum]

I love seeing people enjoy themselves. Especially when they have this kid on Christmas look on their faces. It's just amazing to see.

[@ThePasinis]

🥰 grazie mille!

[@marybeyiard8271]

The look of her eyes when she tried the pasta dish at enzos was awesome

[@MichElle-ho5hc]

Perfect capture of Arthur Ave!! Everyone there is so welcoming and generous, no matter where you are from!

[@ThePasinis]

esatto! un esperienza magnifica

[@gensmr]

I can’t stop smiling bc Alessio’s happiness is contagious

[@ThePasinis]

oooooh Grazie mille sei gentilissima

[@cnobillbradley9673]

Neither can I

[@antmass3]

I was just going to say the same thing about Jessi. She has the best smile!

[@melissastokes8090]

You guys are brilliant garth

[@patrif.3407]

I laughed when Alessio said he was going to cry. Alessio reminds me of my Italian parents who were also immigrants. They had similar experiences when finding authentic Italian food in Canada. Happy you found a peace of home. Looking forward to visiting this area next time I visit New York.

[@courtneyawalsh]

Generosity is one of humanity’s best qualities. You guys make me wanna move to Italy!

[@courtneyawalsh]

Find me an Italian hubby, Jessie & Alessio! I’m ready. 😍🥰😘

[@trustinyeshua5966]

I’m a New Yorker from Brooklyn my parents from Puerto Rico, and I must say this is a wonderful video showcasing the beautiful people in Arthur Ave which is one of my favorite places in NYC hands down the best Cuisine in the world beautiful folks too, love it! along with authentic Puerto Rican foods

[@bayleaf1]

Ah I love this video! Allesio is so happy to find other Italians and authentic Italian stores / restaurants!

[@ThePasinis]

He was in Heaven!!

[@sharlenehunt9929]

I absolutely love the fact that he got to experience authentic Italian food here in America!!!!!!!!! It looked amazing and the people were so friendly !!!!!!

[@goldenstate66]

Such beautiful stores. So much to choose from. The bakery, the meats, the cheese. I'm in love and my mouth is watering. God bless the Italians.

[@ThePasinis]

They were all SO good! We could’ve spent days there!

[@highjinx6519]

The coffee and the salami both have me salivating.

[@mari102158]

I lived in the Bronx all my life and can tell you that Arthur Ave in the Bronx is a must go to. So glad you did this video there, love my hometown ❤

[@johannesvalterdivizzini1523]

So delighted that you made the journey to the Bronx. I'm a third generation Bronx guy--my whole family lived in the Bronx from the 1920's so we went way back. Sicilian, Mio nonno vincenzo era un uomo d'affari proprietario di 5 barbieri: era molto conosciuto e rispettato nella comunità siciliana del Bronx. We grew up with the Bronx. I worked as a public-school teacher in Bronx high schools for 20 years, in fact just up the block from Arthur Avenue. I know the neighborhood well., and yes, it's the real "Little Italy". There are some neighborhoods in Brooklyn like Carrol Gardens, Bay Ridge and Williamsburg which have some real Italian shops and great restaurants, but honestly, I think Arthur Ave. is the best. Plus, there is the Bronx Zoo and Botanical Gardens not far from there and "must see" NY sights.

[@26kitn]

Y'all are the sweetest couple ever God bless you! I'm so happy y'all found the real deal Italy in America... the best of both worlds for Alessio he can be with his love, Jessi & have little Italy too, how awesome!!😊

[@ThePasinis]

Thank you so much ❤

[@26kitn]

@@ThePasinis You're so welcome! 💜

[@Happy_in_Groveland_Twp]

I am an Italian-American and LOVED this video. It was all about the love of life and genuine kindness Italians have for their fellow man. We're "people persons," if that makes sense. We live life robustly which involves food, family, friends, our church, neighborhood - and extending ourselves and energies into making sure the people in our world are eating well, happy, and know we care.

[@Pinkraider]

Thank you for filming this. We have plans to visit NYC for Christmas and our teen daughter insisted that we visit Arthur Ave. my maternal great grandparents came to the US from the Abruzzo region of Italy. They passed away years before I was born but I still feel a connection with them through the stories my mom use to share with us.

[@nazmul_khan_]

I used to live three blocks down from Arthur Avenue and always visited the Retail Market for fresh vegetables and fruits. Awesome Italian place, the food was good and you could hear actual Italian being spoken which is such a different experience than other former Italian neighborhoods in NYC.

[@paulinemably9572]

I love watching you drink the espresso and delight in the coffee cup. I am Welsh and live in Slovakia and we have great coffee here and always have espresso cups which are not so popular in the UK (although they have become more so in recent years I think). I just love buying cute little presso cups and I always feel so sophisticated using them. On my first trip to the Czech Republic when I fell in love with Central Europe grappa was the first drink I had and I learnt about great coffee here and he is so right about grinding the beans - once you start it is life changing. Thanks for another great joyful video - a bit of sheer joy in tricky times.

[@epvendetta]

Man, my Dad (an immigrant) would react the same way when we first started seeing markets and areas that had items from his home country appearing here in the US. This is a nice way to share that novelty.

[@patmos68]

I'm Greek and love our food, but I also love Italian food. I am so jealous that you can go to an area like Arthur Ave, I could eat my way though the store with all the salami's.

[@tanyamoore1494]

So happy y’all found things he was missing from Italy 🇮🇹

[@ThePasinis]

That grocery store was a dangerous place. 😅 we could’ve bought them out!

[@tanyamoore1494]

@@ThePasinis 😂

[@infallibleblue]

@@ThePasinisjust bring it back to your hotel and ship it back to your home. I do.

[@Rosalie-ct8mi]

Wauwww I love the generosity of the Italians on Arthur Ave! Thank you for sharing these lovely restaurants and lovely Italians! The italians are all so kind and welcoming!For this alone I would lke to learn Italian to talk to these passionate food lovers! I love these video's where you visit all kind of restaurants and café's. Now i only need an Italian man with whom I can share this love for food like you can Jessi! You are so lucky with Alessio 💞Much love from a food lover from The Netherlands 🌷🌷

[@sazji]

This was great. I can think of several famous ethnic neighborhoods where the original one turns into a tourist attraction while the people in question actually have another more real, down-to-earth neighborhood that’s not so tourist famous. San Francisco’s Chinatown and Chicago’s first Greektown immediately come to mind, where normal folks live and interact. And how satisfying to find the flavors that match your memories from home, instead of Americanized versions. That grocery story reminded me of going into a normal Greek or Turkish grocery with none of the kitsch. It’s something I didn’t expect with a population that is so long-established in the US. But NY is always a gateway city, that’s what makes it so special. Next time I’m in NY I’ll definitely check out Arthur Ave.!

[@skiergirl4753]

My mum emigrated from Hungary. I grew up in Canada where we had access to many European items. I moved to the US and it is terrible how hard it is to find the things that I am used to using. I would be travelling to these stores every couple of weeks if I lived in Manhattan. I generally travel to NYC 3 or 4 times a year and will carve out time to travel there on future trips

[@patriciamartin6756]

Jessi risked her life by even mentioning ketchup at that restaurant, surrounded by Italians from Italy. Had she been it Italy, Alessio would be a widower now!

[@AN-jw2oe]

Can you guys write out a list of all the dishes and coffees you tried?? Would love to try every one of them, hopefully, one day! ❤️❤️ If I never make it out to Italy, i will be satisfied with this. THANK YOU!! What an amazingly kind and generous gesture by that man at the end! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Andwhatnot1107]

yes could you guys give details about it. will be much appreciated

[@MissDianami]

Yes, and everything that you bought to take home in your suitcases…we would LOVE to know. Please and thank you for showing there’s a little bit of authentic Italy here in the USA. Grazie mille!!!

[@vincentrusso3037]

Your reactions to what you experienced is so, so genuine and enthusiastic. I really enjoyed your experience along with you. Siete simpaticissimi!!!!

[@HLS70]

Just watching him get excited, gets me excited. His smile, his excitement and breaths when he sees something from home! So happy he can experience home for a moment! So wish he could have more of home in his life everyday!

[@maggiemagoon9496]

This experience hands down beats the other Little Italy experience. It was so satisfying to watch you, the people, and the markets. I enjoyed it so much! I hope you can go back again and again.

[@viencornejo9589]

Omggg yeeeey!! new video from my favorite couple here on youtube 💖

[@ThePasinis]

oooooh ❤️ Grazie milleee

[@stephnicole8242]

I've been to New York once for a short 24 hour trip. I definitely would like to visit again and have a better plan. This is on my bucket list for sure. Thanks for sharing 👍 this is why I love America. Our country is so diverse no matter what state, city, county etc. U visit u will always discover the different cultures in that area. Literally almost any culture u can discover in America 🇺🇸

[@katiirabbi]

4:57 those are leeks, you can find them in Asian supermarkets too (if you have them in the South lol), the smaller ones you're used to seeing are green/spring onions, they might look similar but have slightly different tastes.

[@imdrrich]

I am an avid fan of yours from TikTok but these videos really do you two justice! I practically grew up on Arthur Avenue and still love it there. I hope you will continue to share your content, views on food, and your great sense of humor! Thank you!

[@vi.g.708]

Man, I love Italian food and it’s so cool to see how you enjoy everything you tasted 😃

[@1080terrieh]

I’ve only seen a couple of videos and I just love you guys and how open you both are to each other’s culture and Jessi’s pronunciation of the Italian words sounds so natural. Such as sweet couple

[@karenmar1529]

Loved this video so much. The food, the markets and the cafe all looked incredible and delicious. The people were so friendly and generous. It's like I was sharing the experience with you. Thanks guys 🤗🥰

[@ThePasinis]

Thank you!! It was such a special experience and we were excited to share it with you guys!!

[@karenmar1529]

@@ThePasinis 🤗🤗 So happy, you two can cheer up any day.

[@nunyabidness9692]

I haven’t seen such a happy Frenchman since the liberation of Paris!

[@ThePasinis]

😂😂😂

[@greenmachine5600]

Lmao

[@spanitaliangirl]

Alessio, if you have a gas stovetop or even an outdoor grill, there is a special pan we use for roasting the chestnuts. It has holes on the bottom so, when you put it over a flame (gas stovetop, outdoor grill), the flames come up through the holes in the bottom of the pan to roast the chestnuts. 😃

[@gensmr]

Wow the generosity 🥺 Such cool experience, happy for you both ❤️

[@ThePasinis]

Thank you so much! ❤

[@emmasworld9037]

I’m so happy for you both! You could see how excited and relieved Alessio was to experience real Italian food. Thanks for taking us with you. I hope you do move to NY! Move to the Bronx.🙏

[@Rocioslane]

Ugh, I love seeing how happy he is and how supportive you are! Shoutout to y’all for venturing out to the Bronx! ♥️

[@mikeditta9679]

Just found your channel and I am now a subscriber, both sets of my grandparents came from Sicily, I miss hearing them talk! Looking forward to watching more of you guys in the future😁

[@ThePasinis]

Thank you so much for being here! It means a lot to us!!

[@cjonesufc]

As happy, passionate, and emotional as you are about the food you love and the knowledge you have about it I feel like you’d be the perfect person to open a place in your area specializing in Italian foods.

[@vanessap6197]

I really love how Jessie embraced Italian culture! She seems more Italian than some italians ❤ she is so passionate about Italian culture, gestures and food. Alessio you have really found a good one ❤ I wait for you to come here in Italy soon 🇮🇹

[@ThePasinis]

Thank you for such a kind and sweet comment! ❤❤

[@coffee_snob]

I love the way they love each other and find joy in making each other happy. That's how marriage should be! 🙂

[@goldenviolet]

I am going to Arthur Ave. as soon as I can. The food looks so good, fresh and the shop owners are so proud of wears. Thank you for sharing this street with us. Let us hope many people also enjoyed this video too.

[@goldenviolet]

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[@TheBedouinrose]

First off, I LOVE all of your videos! You guys are so charming and so endearing and I always learn a few things! Today, you have made me yearn to visit NY again. I'm from Georgia (your video from Nashville with the biscuits made this Southern heart sing) and I consider Arthur Ave one of the great wonders of the world. I've had the pleasure of dining at Enzo's and it was DIVINE. I first learned of it through a show called Extra Virgin with Gabriele Corcos and Debi Mazar and now, here is another favorite couple I love to follow, strolling down Arthur Ave and taking me to some wonderful memories of time I spent there. Thanks so much for the joy you spread.

[@joshchicago2008]

What a great vlog! Makes me want to book a flight now and stay around Arthur Ave in the Bronx. I always look for the cremosa in my caffe here in Florida, no luck. I have to go to Italy to get good espresso! Alessio was so joyful and you too Jessi. Omg Enzo I have to go! Andiamo ragazzi!

[@cynique100]

Thank You for doing a thorough review of little italy!! So happy you got to experience it!!

[@scottydog6539]

I grew upon the Bronx. My grandparents were born in Italy and Sicily. My dad’s family shopped on Arthur Ave. Terranova breads, Madonnia’s etc. We ate in restaurants there. We had a favorite which closed . That is a wonderful Place to shop. I went to the Market years ago with my grandmother who lived on Crotona Ave which is a few blocks from Arthur Ave.

[@buddycollins1000]

I think by far this was one of your best videos to date! Well done! What a fantastic, authentic, informative and simply lovable video. Please make more vids like this. I’m sure there are more incredible Italian areas that no one has heard of that you would never expect authentic Italian cuisine that you could investigate? maybe some different areas that we wouldn’t expect like somewhere in SE Asia like, Seoul, Japan, the Philippines & Hong Kong, strange places to have Italian I know but believe me they’re there you just have to search. I live in Dubai, UAE and we have a lot of great Italian restaurants here (according to me 😂) so why not come and try. Definitely next time I’m in NY I’m going to The Bronx to Arthur Ave to try try out some of your suggestions. Keep up the great work guys. Love from UAE xx

[@indigosamuel8344]

I love to see him so happy with products from his country. Make a box and mail it ahead of your arrival home and you can enjoy Italia at home.

[@alexrubio62]

Your video made me smile 😁 because when you started to talking the local people in Italian and interacting with them, it reminded me of my Grandmother Rose, my father, my aunties and my cousins. I am not fluent in Italian, I deeply appreciate the hard work you put in to have subtitles so that those of us who do not speak the language can understand what the conversation is about. Have you seen Pasta Grammar's Channel? Maybe you guys can do a collaborative video. Wishing all of the best in life. La vita bella! Ciao!

[@kamanama3671]

I went to a coffee expo. There was at least 400 vendors, pushing their coffee. I was working as a chef (I am a woman) I was my only employee. I had to pick out a new coffee for us to use. I wasn’t really finding anything I liked until I left. As I started to reach the double doors, I hear this man with an Italian accent call me over in a way that I can’t quite explain. His beckoning call was a little flirtatious. I believe him to be in his 60s at the time. He had the square stainless steel box and he pushed a button and all of a sudden these enormous aroma started wafting toward me and he pulled out this cup with an oil slick on top of nothing but pure coffee essence. It was the single most aromatic full of flavor coffee experience I’ve ever had to this day. Of course I had to buy his coffee.

[@sarahinsf]

...and this mystery fabulous vendor was who?! 🤗💖

[@franktirelli]

My family use to live in the Bronx close to Arthur Ave back in the 70's I was to young to appreciate it. After watching your video I now want to go visit. I do miss all the delicious home made Italian foods

[@scottydog6539]

I grew up in the Bronx. Both my Parents came from the Arthur Ave area. Terra nova bread store was my favorite. My family always got the holiday and birthday cakes from the Arthur Ave bakeries. My grandmother and aunt lived on Crotona Ave near Arthur Ave. my grandmother shopped with us at the Arthur Ave market. There is s library near there where my parents went. My dad took us to Amelia’s Restaurant so very many times. Sadly he was sick and could not get there any more due to his illness. Many different restaurants there are so delicious.

[@jamesmcenroe1119]

The "Little Italy" in Manhattan has been disappearing into Chinatown for awhile now. I am a very long time Arthur Avenue shopper for over the last 40 years whilst living in Manhattan. The businesses on Arthur Avenue are mostly family owned, thus the specialization of services ("Do only what you do best"). I am particularly fond of Cerini Coffee company and have become friendly with the family. Many of the shops and particularly the Cerini coffee company will ship the products you so admired there (and some others from nearby vendors) for free, for a minimum amount order which I have never failed to meet and I know you will have no problem meeting. Casa della Mozzarella which you visited (along with the mozzarella the burrata is devine and you'd be hard put to find a better sandwich) and Borgatti's Ravioli are also great favorites. Madonia bakery (where Enzo's likely got their olive bread) and the Calabrian pork store I see were fortunately also on your itinerary Now the bonus! The prices of just about everything on Arthur Avenue seem to be the lowest around including prices from online shopping. On occasion I can beat say the price for everyday Rummo pasta on rare occasion on sale at a supermarket. But any real specialty pasta is always less expensive on Arthur Avenue. Truffle paste and sauces, speciality coffees, stuffed Calabrian peppers, fresh and dried sausages, Parmigiano Reggiano (yes even 36 month and older) are all less expensive at the Arthur Avenue brick and mortar stores than from online vendors. (Please also try Teitel’s Grocery) The price break also extends to equipment, all of my espresso machines, grinders, pasta formers, etc. Are less expensive from Arthur Avenue than from even online vendors. The machines from which you had your macchiatos were likely serviced and supplied by Cerini along with the coffee. Please note: they have reasonably priced very good coffee grinders! (I.e., Every thing is locally supported) I do hope you return and if convenient I’ll even give you a ride! (An Irishman who grew up with and has always had Italian best friend’s mothers as additional parents!)

[@adeelahaffejee7136]

I love watching you guys ❤️ thank you for sharing your experiences 😊

[@ThePasinis]

Thanks for watching!❤️

[@danielleswisher825]

Thank you for this video. I have lived in NYC for eight years and have looked for descent Italian food. I have been to Arther Ave already but I did not know of Enzo’s (I ate at another place and had a disappointing, Italian American experience.). But, I know the markets there are like what you see in Italy (I am not Italian nor Italian American-I am French, Polish, PR, Swiss German American third generation from FL but visited Italy for ten days in 2007 and loved the food and markets there). Little Italy sadly has changed because of inflation and gentrification and COVID hurt that part of town because of Chinatown having Chinese immigrants so that explains why. However, the West Village and Nolita had Italian immigrants so there are traditional Italian places spotted here and there. Little Italy still has good shops but the food is more Italian American which is ok but at the same time I crave real deal Italian food too. Once again, thanks and I hope you enjoyed your trip to NYC. I love it in NYC-great place.

[@patriciamartin6756]

Now we know where Alessio will shop for Christmas....and never leave

[@helenemalenfant5435]

I just discovered you with the Eataly video, which I enjoyed. So I went to check out other videos and immediately wanted to watch this one, hoping it would be what it is! Such a study in contrast. This has such soul. Beautiful video and I so enjoyed watching it. Definitely going to subscribe. Just have to exercise self-control and not binge watch as I have work to do! Love you guys and your style of video. Maybe because I’m French Canadian, from a small town in the far north of Canada originally, and I miss the sense of community living in a largely soulless suburb of Toronto. Merci!

[@jen43072]

Can you guys make a video -- an Italian to Southern dictionary? 😊 I'm imagining Alessio does 🤌🏼 and you voice over "Bless your heart". lol Thank you for taking us along to NYC!

[@ravenmoon1165]

Amazing and so informative! I’ve been to New York so many times and never been really in the Bronx. I am a true foodie and my mother created great dishes authentic and I’m never satisfied when I go out to eat. This video makes me wanna go to the Bronx Arthur Avenue and check out Enzos and this fantastic café. Thank you so much for sharing this experience.

[@tonyedward6909]

I can feel the love with this young couple. I grew up in bronx, moved away 6 years I miss Arthur Ave. Especially the bread and food.

[@patrickburns2274]

The best "commercial" for this place!! You can tell how happy you both are!

[@lauriebishop5825]

Loving these videos of your trip!! Now I am wishing I had known about Arthur Avenue when I was in NYC in May! 😁

[@CarolStJohn-oz3oc]

I just loved your video and I’m so glad I found your channel! My son went to Fordham University and of course we would always go to Arthur Avenue. Sharing your perspective of this beautiful Italian community fills my heart! It is the true Little Italy of New York City.

[@ditackett]

The Mrs always has such a beautiful smile on her face. U can’t help but smile too. Thank u.

[@janisjoplin4647]

So happy you two found the real deal. Mail boxes full to your home in TN.

[@ThePasinis]

Yes!! 😂 we need to stock up!!

[@nicoletombasco4497]

Manhattan is for the tourists and the outter boroughs have become where the real new yorkers live. Thank you for venturing out and trying what we have to offer!

[@marisany]

As a first generation Bronx born and raised Italian, this brought back memories. My mom would take us kids on the bus to Arthur Avenue. We'd go into the market where the vendors would have a little something to give us kids. A bite of cheese, a bit of salumi, a cookie, etc. As a kid, it was magical. We'd all have a shopping bag to carry on the bus home. We'd go to Domenick's for dinner on special occasions. Family style, no menu. My dad would order in Italian and dishes of delicious food would start appearing. I haven't been to Arthur Avenue in 30 years. I'm happy to see it hasn't changed that much. A little, but still the heart of Italian Bronx.

[@reneeperez2967]

I LOVE the community here-how everyone talks to everyone. Beautiful to see.

[@AngeloLombardo777]

This video was incredible haha Alessio was so happy!

[@danajohnson9266]

You guys are so awesome. I love how humble you are and that you truly appreciate that the people you showcase in videos shows you so much love.

[@WH-dm1jl]

Ah it warms my heart. Every year we make a trip to Arthur Ave. from Connecticut to stock up for Christmas Eve and Day. Glad you guys loved it.

[@manricobianchini5276]

Holy cow! My parents were from Lucca and Quiesa! God bless them. I was born in Toronto Canada, but my heart will always be for Italy, especially Toscana. Dante wrote the Italian language in Tuscany. There is no food like Italian food.

[@itiswhatitis1345]

What a fun video Well done...And that Mozzarella store! Wow, lots of goodies in there. And the gesture of love at the end was simply amazing 💞😂

[@rockydaleo6998]

I grew up 4 blocks away from there. They used to close the streets in the weekend and make it an open market. I always talk about Arthur ave.❤️❤️❤️

[@19D48D3]

I have just found your videos. Now I know you are Friuli. One of my favorite restaurants is in Vivaro. Gelindo dei Magredi. I was lucky enough to live to live in Italy for 4 years and I miss it soooo much. I really enjoy walking through Palmanova and Castello Miramare, and the mountains near Tolmezzo. Beautiful country and this video makes me want to go to NY now. Grazie mille!

[@NataliaVMenshikova]

Omg, what you've done to me guys, now i cook pasta almost every day and the other days are more and more full of Italian dishes. This is contagious, guys 😂

[@ThePasinis]

😂 so proud- keep eating well!!

[@angelazuspan6302]

I love how much he loves you! It's so sweet and authentic.

[@micalenefaller6999]

❤❤ love all your adventures- but this one takes the cake or pannetonne 😂

[@ThePasinis]

🥰 thank you!!!

[@dianadundidit5343]

Jeez I love Arthur Ave! The Calabria pork store has the best sausage ever! I love the pork and kale sausage! All the shop owners are so friendly and they treat you as they've known you forever! Samples are abundant!

[@firewaterbydesign]

I wish that my stomach and waistline could still handle eating Italian food. The tomatoes no longer agree with my stomach. 😢 I love watching the two of you trying different foods and deciding whether or not they are Italian enough!!

[@jennifermcgoldrick6323]

Tomatoes are not from Italy, they are from the Americas. Many many most Italian dishes - if you are able to visit restaurants like those on Arthur Ave or other places in nyc or areas with Italians - you can find plenty of dishes that do not include tomato :) hope you can find some!! I love a sauce made from zucchini - but other than Arthur Ave it’s hard to find even in nyc. Still many options without tomatoes! ❤

[@firewaterbydesign]

@@jennifermcgoldrick6323 I grew up next door from an Italian family from the old country that had just moved to the US. She taught me how to cook real Italian food from scratch. I am pretty sure that I know that tomatoes are not Italian, but thank you for your superior insight. Italian food is very rich regardless if the dish is made with tomatoes or not.

[@jennifermcgoldrick6323]

@@firewaterbydesign ha sorry. You know you only mentioned tomatoes being an issue? I wasn’t being condescending but you are 😳 Happy Thanksgiving from a second generation Italian American :)

[@gregorybrown6719]

I'm so happy for him. To find in your new home an easily accessible and authentic slice of your 1st home must be wonderful.

[@suzannes5244]

I’m new to your channel and you both are too cute for words. As a born and raised NewYorker who frequents Italy often, Lecce and Sorento the most. Your right the Italian Joy of living lifestyle and fresh food is fantastic. Arthur Avenue is the absolute best slice of that Italy in NYC and I come from Brooklyn Heights to the Bronx alot. Keep up the great shows 😊

[@kathyrapiejko6318]

This was AWESOME guys! Grazi milli for taking us to Arthur Ave - it truly looks amazing! So happy Alessio finally got authentic polenta! Now I am SO hungry! ❤❤

[@emmanuelwood8702]

This is awesome thanks for showing this. People think the bronx is only the south bronx and so they miss out of great places like this.

[@capwillard9156]

bellissimo! Il signore del caffè è stato fantastico, ma pure il trattamento nel ristorante...non avrei mai pensato che ci fosse un posto così in America

[@ThePasinis]

in realta' abbiamo dovuto tagliare tante cose belle in questo video avrei dovuto fare un video da un ora! per raccontare l'ospitalità di questa via!

[@capwillard9156]

@@ThePasinis addirittura, sembrava una nuova regione italiana! Di sicuro nel mio primo viaggio negli Stati Uniti lo visiterò sicuramente. Un posto del genere dovrebbe avere un supporto totale dalla nostra nazione

[@kathleenmathews6096]

My husband and I had a delicious lunch in Florence. We were so full when a grandmother type walked into the restaurant selling cannolis. We heard a man at the next table tell two women they had to have one so we figured so did we. Decided to split one. Big mistake as it was so fabulous we should have had two each!!! Yes, the best food is in Italy with France being second. I do love French cheese.

[@robertabray-enhus3198]

You know it’s real if Alessio’s excited!

[@mariaTsounakis1521]

It is so nice to see how happy he was!! My parents met living on Arthur Ave in the Bronx! Such a beautiful experience ❤ Thank you!

[@terrilongden275]

Please buy lots of Italian goodies and do a video once home on everything you bought. My dream is to buy lots of American goods and have them here in the UK. But I can't afford to do it haha xx

[@randygonzalez1375]

I am a Hispanic from New Mexico but I've always loved the Italian accent and culture. Watching your videos brings a smile n joy to my day thank you all