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Published: 2026-11-16 Author: tao 👁 100 views

Last updated 2026-11-16 — Bagels were invented by Europeans, but they were popularized by New Yorkers in the early 19th century. In New York, you’ll see just how beloved bagels are in the United States. You can get tastier bagels at any corner shop here than in other parts of the country, and at Jewish-owned bakeries, these bagels are still hand-rolled. The ingredients for bagels are very simple: flour, water, salt, and a bit of malt to add sweetness; the key to making them lies in boiling them before baking. You can order a bagel and be sure to ask for it with schmear (a thick layer of cream cheese) and smoked salmon — that’ll make you look like a real insider. If you’re not into bagels, you can try a fried dough pastry loaded with meat, cheese, and fruit.

Bagels

　　Bagels were invented by Europeans, but they were popularized by New Yorkers in the early 19th century. In New York, you’ll see just how beloved bagels are in the United States. You can get tastier bagels at any corner shop here than in other parts of the country, and at Jewish-owned bakeries, these bagels are still hand-rolled. The ingredients for bagels are very simple: flour, water, salt, and a bit of malt to add sweetness; the key to making them lies in boiling them before baking. You can order a bagel and be sure to ask for it with schmear (a thick layer of cream cheese) and smoked salmon — that’ll make you look like a real insider. If you’re not into bagels, you can try a fried dough pastry loaded with meat, cheese, and fruit.