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One ring, three cities: New York, London & Montréal
The same familiar shape carries different local traditions. Follow the bagel from its Jewish roots to three cities with a taste of their own.
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Bagel basics
02The chew that makes a bagel
A close look at the crust, crumb and kettle behind a New York favorite.
Know your fillings
03Smoked salmon, lox, and the words on the menu
The familiar pink slices can have different preparations. The name is a useful place to start.
Culture & history
04At the appetizing counter
In New York food culture, appetizing is also a noun: a whole world of things to eat with a bagel.
Culture & history
One ring, three cities: New York, London & Montréal
The same familiar shape carries different local traditions. Follow the bagel from its Jewish roots to three cities with a taste of their own.
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