Kate Laurensen is a veteran reporter. She started out covering entertainment news for the local city paper before moving up to the City desk. She studied journalism at San Francisco City College for the Arts.
April 14 , 2024
New York — New York City, known for its iconic food scene, has a new food critic in town. None other than the renowned MMA fighter, Conor McGregor. In a surprising turn of events, McGregor has taken to the streets of the Big Apple to rank the city’s best bagels.
McGregor, known for his prowess in the octagon, has shown an unexpected interest in the culinary world. The fighter spent a week touring the city’s most famous bagel shops, tasting, and ranking them based on their flavor, texture, and overall quality.
Here are the top 10 bagels in New York City, according to Conor McGregor:
- Absolute Bagels: McGregor praised the shop’s traditional methods and the perfect balance of a crispy exterior with a soft, chewy interior.
- Ess-a-Bagel: The fighter was impressed by the size and variety of bagels available at this popular shop.
- Bagel Hole: McGregor appreciated the simplicity and authenticity of the bagels at this Park Slope establishment.
- Tompkins Square Bagels: The unique flavors and creative toppings earned this East Village shop a spot on the list.
- Black Seed Bagels: McGregor enjoyed the Montreal-style bagels from this Nolita shop, noting their distinct flavor and texture.
- Murray’s Bagels: The fighter praised the freshness and quality of the bagels at this Greenwich Village institution.
- Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company: McGregor was impressed by the variety and quality of the bagels at this Astoria shop.
- David’s Bagels: The fighter enjoyed the traditional, hand-rolled bagels at this Stuyvesant Town shop.
- Bagel Oasis: McGregor appreciated the 24-hour service and the consistently good bagels at this Queens establishment.
- Kossar’s Bagels & Bialys: The fighter praised the bialys at this Lower East Side shop, noting their unique flavor and texture.
McGregor’s bagel adventure has not only given New Yorkers a new list to consider but also revealed a different side of the fighter. His passion for food and his appreciation for the art of bagel-making have added a new dimension to his public persona.
As McGregor continues to explore his culinary interests, fans and foodies alike will be eagerly waiting for his next food ranking. Whether it’s pizza slices or pretzels, one thing is clear - McGregor’s love for food is as strong as his love for fighting.
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