NYC Local Legends: Naq Zamal
There’s no better way to see New York City than through the eyes of a local. In our NYC Local Legends video series, notable New Yorkers share their perspectives on some of the five boroughs’ most vibrant and culturally rich neighborhoods. In this episode, Queens native Naq Zamal takes us on a food tour of Jackson Heights, highlighting the array of diverse South Asian cultures that thrive there.
IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Arepa Lady
This plain little areperia under a billiards hall and the rumble of the 7 line subway is a legendary destination.
Delhi Heights
This newcomer to the Jackson Heights dining scene has been earning rave reviews from diners.
Himalayan Yak
This Tibetan and Nepalese restaurant gets fresh shipments of yak meat from a Vermont farm.
Jackson Diner
This Indian restaurant was the original Jackson Heights spot to attract the notice of foodies in Manhattan and Brooklyn.