Pizza Man Offers a Slice of Life
Sal Natale, owner of Pugsley Pizza in the Bronx, lives by his shop’s slogan, “Pizza is Good, But Love Is It.”
Topic: Food
via Mott Haven Herald
Teaching Kids to Love Their Greens
Bronx children are participating in a program designed to convince families who live in a community where fast food eateries outnumber playgrounds that they should eat their vegetables and should exercise every day.
via New York Daily News
La Marqueta Celebrates Rebirth
The famed East Harlem market is back in bloom after a major renovation.
via New York Daily News
Rugelach King’s Sweet Reign
Alvin Lee Small's Harlem bakery has earned a dedicated cadre of customers who launched a social media campaign to save his business.
Health Food for Thought
Finding soul food that's good for the heart can be a challenge. Z’Novia, a restaurant near Yankee Stadium, is aiming to put a more healthful spin on some traditionally fatty, high-calorie dishes.
via Chelsea Now
Less Help For the Hungry in Chelsea
In a sad sign of the times, the food pantry at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church has cut back services to the needy.
Adding African Spice to Soul Food
Grits, fried chicken and collard greens are some of the dishes soul food lovers crave. Two restaurants in Harlem are putting a North African spin on these old favorites.
Food Truck Sells Sweet Street Treats
The Treats Truck, one of a growing number of food trucks in the city, is offering holiday-themed confections this month.