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Bagel Heaven: A Deep Dive into New York City's Most Iconic (and Obscure) Bagel Shops
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Bagel Heaven: A Deep Dive into New York City's Most Iconic (and Obscure) Bagel Shops

Let’s start with a truth that’s non-negotiable in New York: if your bagel isn’t hand-rolled and kettle-boiled, it’s not a real bagel—it’s a roll with a hole. The classic New York bagel technique involves rolling dough by hand (no machines, no shortcuts), allowing it to proof, and then boiling it in a kettle before baking. This process creates the signature crusty exterior with that shiny finish, and a dense, chewy interior that has real bite. That’s the magic.

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