Move away from New York and you will quickly realize the absence of many local delicacies. One item that is particularly scarce is that potato-filled pocket of love known as the knish. Popularized by NYC immigrants at the turn of the century, Knishes remain a beloved snack, or even a meal. … read more
A staple of the New York diner, the egg cream is one of those childhood items that always seemed a little more special than the typical soft drink. And since it contains neither eggs, nor cream, it’s also a wonderful example of false advertising, but nobody cares much about that. … read more
As a kid, no meal at McDonald’s was complete without a box of McDonaldland Cookies. Featuring such familiar faces as Grimace, Hamburgler, Officer Big Mac, Captain Crook and, of course, Ronald himself, these tasty morsels were a must-have desert. Sadly, there are becoming harder to find with each passing year. … read more
A New York staple for many decades, Yoo-Hoo has long remained popular with both kids and their parents. Lower in calories than soda, and touted by the likes of Yogi Berra and Mickey Mantle, this simple chocolate drink in the yellow can or bottle was a special part of any childhood. … read more
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