New York City is known around the world for its unique culinary culture, but the city is so much more than just the home of great bagels and pizza. To get a true taste of the wide variety of culinary concoctions New York has to offer, you'll need to check out the diverse array of talent represented at Brooklyn's multi-vendor gastronomic celebration, Smorgasburg. Taking place in locations around the city this summer, from its home in Williamsburg to Fort Greene to Prospect Park, here are some tempting reasons to check out the incredible offerings at Smorgasburg.
Doner Kebabs from Kotti Berliner Doner Kebab: Carnivores, rejoice! Some of the most delicious meat this side of the European continent has made its home at Smorgasburg. For the uninitiated, doner kebabs are the Turkish answer to the gyro, a rotisserie-prepared flatbread sandwich topped with vegetables and sauce. The popularity of this tasty sandwich has spread throughout Europe, becoming one of Germany's most-eaten meals, and finally to the U.S., earning a home at Smorgasburg, thanks to Kotti Berliner's creative take on this classic dish.
Coffee from Grady's Cold Brew: With a Starbucks on every corner, there's no denying that New Yorkers need their caffeine. Treat yourself to something a bit more refined than your average big chain brew with a bottle of Grady's Cold Brew coffee. This rich, dark blend of beans and the company's creative ways to enjoy it, from a pour and store brew-your-own kit to a their coffee subscription, make it a must-visit destination at Smorgasburg.
Donuts from Dough: Anyone with a serious sweet tooth will tell you that there are few foods as perfect as the donut. Sugar's answer to the bagel, this rounded treat has evolved into its most perfect form at Smorgasburg, thanks to Dough. Enjoy grown-up flavors you won't find at your local chain, like blood orange, horchata, matcha sugar, and lemon meringue.
Tacos from Maria's Tacos Autentico: Los Angeles has always had a leg up on New York as far as tacos are concerned, but Maria's Tacos Autentico may just change that. These delicious, oversized tacos have made converts out of countless New Yorkers, who proudly display their dinner plate-sized meals and satisfied smiles on social media.
Paletas from La Newyorkina: Is there any better way to cool off during a hot New York City summer day than with an ice pop? La Newyorkina has moved some of its most popular pops, from its booze-infused treats to its more traditional fruit flavors, to Smorgasburg from their regular home at the Big Gay Ice Cream Shop, so make sure to try one for yourself as the temperature heats up.
Grab a taste of New York City's diverse food offerings this summer with a tasty trip to Smorgasburg.

