New York City's Most Iconic Foods—and Where to Get Them | Condé Nast Traveler

"When you think of quintessential New York desserts, you think black and white cookies. A sweet confection my family and I would pick up from the Jewish deli for a treat while growing up, upon moving to New York, I realized that there really is no city that makes black and whites better. This one at Zabar’s is worth the trek to the Upper West Side, and if I ever find myself in the general area, you can bet that I’m making a stop on my way home. Buttery, cakey, and fluffy, Zabar’s gets all the important things right: a good base cookie, sweet (but not too sweet) icing, and a pretty good price, too. Plus, Zabar’s sells both the regular, giant-size cookie you’ll usually see at the delis, as well as mini ones if you want to take some home to share." - Kat Chen