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Caption: Arthur Avenue
The Bronx, NY
December 2014
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Caption: This trek started with a visit to Arthur Avenue in the Bronx. The Belmont Business District is working hard to promote the best Little Italy in New York City. This is Palombo Cafe, a great spot for an espresso and a pastry,
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Caption: People were lined up to buy handmade mozzarella.
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Caption: Butcher shop
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Caption: Another line for an Italian grocery store selling cheese, and other staples. It was totally packed.
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Caption: Cannoli shells. You buy them and then have them filled.
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Caption: Pizza with rabe and mushrooms and mozzarella
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Caption: Smoked meats
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Caption: Salami from the ceiling
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Caption: Mayor LaGuardia created this market in the 1940s. Best stop on the tour. Lots if foods to select -- butcher shop, salume, green grocer, pizza and sandwiches and more. Plus you can get a hand rolled cigar to top off the meal.
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Caption: Italian breads
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Caption: Spirits
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Caption: Grape brandy and pear eau de vie (right)
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