Get ready girl for the huge amount of support for the Mexican community, you know us Mexican's take our food really seriously and you were so lovely! Such a great selection of food as well Thanks for a great video! Yuuuuum
When I went to New York, I remember getting off at the wrong subway stop and ending up in Jackson Heights. As a Mexican-American from San Diego, California, I was delighted to see Mexican stuff on the opposite side of the country. Here's some more information in regards to some of the food featured in the video, if anyone is interested… The breads used for _tortas_ are called _teleras_ and _bolillos_ and their origins are from the French _baguettes._ A lot of _pan dulce_ and other pastries from Mexico have French origins because the French invaded and briefly occupied Mexico back in the 1800s. _Cinco de Mayo_ actually commemorates the victory the Mexican army had over the French army at _the Battle of Puebla._ _Cinco de Mayo,_ however, is not Mexico's independence day. Mexico's independence day is on September 15 (at night, around midnight) and all day on September 16. _Ceviche_ is originally from Peru but has become a staple in Mexican cuisine, especially in coastal towns and cities. What separates Mexican _ceviche_ from Peruvian _ceviche_ is the spiciness that Mexican _ceviche_ has and Mexican _ceviche_ is typically eaten on a _tostada._ I grew up eating a lot of _ceviche_ because my mom is from Ensenada, Baja California (birthplace of the _fish taco_ ) and since it's a coastal city that exports a lot of fish (mostly to Japan), seafood is the specialty there. _Tamales_ are mostly a seasonal dish during the Christmas season up to February. On _Día de los Reyes Magos_ (January 6), if you get a little baby Jesus figurine in your slice of _rosca de reyes,_ you have to make or buy tamales for everyone on February 2nd. Side note: The singular form for _tamales_ is _tamal,_ not _tamale._ In Spanish, an _-es_ is placed at the end of words that end in consonants to make them plural. Another way to eat _birria_ that has gotten popular in recent years both in Mexico and in the US is mixing the _birria_ and its _consomé_ (broth) with _ramen_ noodles and making _birria ramen (birriamen)._ _Birria ramen_ started in Guadalajara, Jalisco (where _birria_ is originally from) and popularized in CDMX (Mexico City) at a restaurant called _Caldos Ánimo_ and has since spread throughout Mexico and parts of the US. Side note: _Ramen_ and instant noodles (especially _Maruchan_ ) are quite popular in Mexico. People usually add _Valentina_ hot sauce and some lime into their _Maruchan_ or _Cup Noodles._ Side note: Mexico isn't homogeneous, it's population (much like the US) is quite diverse. There are people that are of Mestizo, Indigenous, European, Asian, African, and Middle Eastern ancestry throughout Mexico. There are Asian communities (mostly Japanese, Korean, and Chinese) throughout Mexico in places like Baja California, Monterrey, Guadalajara, CDMX (Mexico City), and Chiapas.
You have said almost everything right...except you can only have tamales on Christmas season.... i lived in distrito federal and estado de guerrero and we had tamales at almost every occasion, like well...all occasions!
Loveeeee this video already, your friend was spot on with what she said and speaks Spanish so well! Most of my jobs in my early work experience were in the food industry and every single place I’ve worked at would literally fall apart without Mexican people. Some of the most humble people ever and they look out for you for sure, amazing hospitality and they don’t get enough credit.. regardless of where they work in the restaurant. Amazing, amazing people!
The secret is to go to Mexican spots in gritty neighborhoods and immigrant neighborhoods Make sure you actually see Mexican customers coming in and out of the restaurant Make sure you hear Mexican music playing or hear Spanish-language radio playing If it looks like a Chipotleish trendy modern restaurant...it isnt authentic Mexican But honestly Mexican-fusion, Mexican inspired and authentic Mexican food are all good regardless...no such thing as bad food with the word "Mexico" in it
Everything looks good to me and I grew up in LA county. Those tacos at the end looked really great, dipped crunchy tortillas, like a Mexican French Dip taco....... perfect.
I lived in Jackson heights for a year and a half as a kid, I absolutely loved it there. Was mad when we moved to the Bronx, my since then my neighborhood has been mexicanfied. Do miss the other cultures in Jackson heights that we don’t have much of in the Bronx though
Hello! Thank you for releasing another video! And it's Mexican food. 🥺 I've been missing tacos for too long now. Oh and as always, looking absolutely gorgeous! 😁😘
@@CupofTJ I suggest you keep exploring along Roosevelt ave until Corona Plaza which is PACKED on the weekends with street food and venders, its a really fun and tasty area. In addition to excellent Mexican food, there is also lots of Ecuadorian and Peruvian food. The food trucks lined up on Warren street alone is worth a video, really amazing stuff! Hope you dig it TJ!
I love your videos and how cheery you are. You always make me laugh and there is a difference in the heat from Mexican chili’s and Asian spice both are awesome and I couldn’t live with out them.
Hello TJ and Rika I love this video Mexican food is my weakness like where I live a friend told me about a small restaurant to try and the food is awesome. I don't mind having to drive 30 miles to get there because like the food you had tamales I'm with Rika morning noon and night plus a midnight snack Thanks for a great show Wishing all of you well Take Care
love your vids TJ i was in NYC this time last year (im from UK) and me and my wife eat everything you recommended in your NYC food tour and it was amazing, cant wait till i can return and try all your new recomendations.
I loved all the mexican ,the Birria taco 🌮 dipped in the consumé looked Divine ..Fabulous video and always lovely to see your happy self TJ and have a fabulous week ..❤️😍..x
Birria Landia! Amazing to see how much they’ve blown up. We remember trying them when they just started up. The owners are also so cool and deserve all the success 👍👍
I stayed in queens or “Jackson heights a few years ago and I was walking down those exact streets. It was my first time ever being in NYC and I’m glad I ended up in this neighborhood because there was so many types of cuisines. I’m from LA and I’m use to it here. My family is from Mexico so I’m use to that food. 👍🏻😀. I’m gonna join your online seminar because this is Also my first time watching your channel and I was hooked with this video.
Omg I love your videos and love your series and also you are an amazing TH-camr I am always happy when you post a video it’s like going to Asia also when covid what will be you’re first. Country that you will visit again?
Thanks even though I walk by there sometimes I didn’t know where and how to order Mexican cuisine it was helpful FYI u look more Mexican and she looks more Asian for some reason lol enjoyed ur video 👍
Everything looked very good but I am thinking if the spice level was too much for you I would have to pass on the tamales unless they have a tamer version haha. That chicken sandwich and the last tacos looked awesome. Stay safe and keep smiling
@@CupofTJ I've been promoting this on your social sites everywhere LOL. I AM so proud being fellow American Chinese. Hope this leads to bigger roles, but don't ditch youtube!!!
Woohooh!! For the first time ... I'am so early but I gotta finish my modules first before i watch your video, just leaving a comment..Lol. Btw.. I'm from the Philippines :)
Across the street they have a food truck called Tia Julia with the best tortas. You have to try Torta de Milanesa de pollo with chipotle.. A lot better
I dream about lengua tacos a lot 🌮
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I dream about giving you a lengua taco preciosa
@@natureandsoul1 do you wanna see how little I am this lengua can be the judge
@@natureandsoul1 I'm playing with you cutie pie
Get ready girl for the huge amount of support for the Mexican community, you know us Mexican's take our food really seriously and you were so lovely! Such a great selection of food as well
Thanks for a great video! Yuuuuum
Rika was a great guest! She and TJ seemed to vibe the best
When I went to New York, I remember getting off at the wrong subway stop and ending up in Jackson Heights. As a Mexican-American from San Diego, California, I was delighted to see Mexican stuff on the opposite side of the country.
Here's some more information in regards to some of the food featured in the video, if anyone is interested…
The breads used for _tortas_ are called _teleras_ and _bolillos_ and their origins are from the French _baguettes._ A lot of _pan dulce_ and other pastries from Mexico have French origins because the French invaded and briefly occupied Mexico back in the 1800s. _Cinco de Mayo_ actually commemorates the victory the Mexican army had over the French army at _the Battle of Puebla._ _Cinco de Mayo,_ however, is not Mexico's independence day. Mexico's independence day is on September 15 (at night, around midnight) and all day on September 16.
_Ceviche_ is originally from Peru but has become a staple in Mexican cuisine, especially in coastal towns and cities. What separates Mexican _ceviche_ from Peruvian _ceviche_ is the spiciness that Mexican _ceviche_ has and Mexican _ceviche_ is typically eaten on a _tostada._ I grew up eating a lot of _ceviche_ because my mom is from Ensenada, Baja California (birthplace of the _fish taco_ ) and since it's a coastal city that exports a lot of fish (mostly to Japan), seafood is the specialty there.
_Tamales_ are mostly a seasonal dish during the Christmas season up to February. On _Día de los Reyes Magos_ (January 6), if you get a little baby Jesus figurine in your slice of _rosca de reyes,_ you have to make or buy tamales for everyone on February 2nd.
Side note: The singular form for _tamales_ is _tamal,_ not _tamale._ In Spanish, an _-es_ is placed at the end of words that end in consonants to make them plural.
Another way to eat _birria_ that has gotten popular in recent years both in Mexico and in the US is mixing the _birria_ and its _consomé_ (broth) with _ramen_ noodles and making _birria ramen (birriamen)._ _Birria ramen_ started in Guadalajara, Jalisco (where _birria_ is originally from) and popularized in CDMX (Mexico City) at a restaurant called _Caldos Ánimo_ and has since spread throughout Mexico and parts of the US.
Side note: _Ramen_ and instant noodles (especially _Maruchan_ ) are quite popular in Mexico. People usually add _Valentina_ hot sauce and some lime into their _Maruchan_ or _Cup Noodles._
Side note: Mexico isn't homogeneous, it's population (much like the US) is quite diverse. There are people that are of Mestizo, Indigenous, European, Asian, African, and Middle Eastern ancestry throughout Mexico. There are Asian communities (mostly Japanese, Korean, and Chinese) throughout Mexico in places like Baja California, Monterrey, Guadalajara, CDMX (Mexico City), and Chiapas.
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Esssoooooo
Wow thank you for all this info. It was interesting to read more about Mexican food! :)
You have said almost everything right...except you can only have tamales on Christmas season.... i lived in distrito federal and estado de guerrero and we had tamales at almost every occasion, like well...all occasions!
Informative thanks
Mexican food is so good! And birria tacos are one of my favorites and newest addiction!😍💖
Dependiendo de dónde sea la Birria (Yo soy de Guadalajara)
Hi vannie I love your videos
Loveeeee this video already, your friend was spot on with what she said and speaks Spanish so well! Most of my jobs in my early work experience were in the food industry and every single place I’ve worked at would literally fall apart without Mexican people. Some of the most humble people ever and they look out for you for sure, amazing hospitality and they don’t get enough credit.. regardless of where they work in the restaurant. Amazing, amazing people!
Viva la Raza💚🤍❤... love to see people enjoy what i eat regularly. i love all food but like most i love love my peoples food, nothing better...🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽
I was dissapointed in NYC Mexican food until I ventured out to Jackson Heights. Those tamales look so good you have to have them for Christmas time.
The secret is to go to Mexican spots in gritty neighborhoods and immigrant neighborhoods
Make sure you actually see Mexican customers coming in and out of the restaurant
Make sure you hear Mexican music playing or hear Spanish-language radio playing
If it looks like a Chipotleish trendy modern restaurant...it isnt authentic Mexican
But honestly Mexican-fusion, Mexican inspired and authentic Mexican food are all good regardless...no such thing as bad food with the word "Mexico" in it
I love how you invited a Spanish-speaking guest! Great video!
I have these moments where I go months without watching you then I binge watch everything I’ve missed lol
TJ is the cutest thing ever. The food is only secondary 😁
OH SHUCKS ~
@@CupofTJ idk how you're still single with your bubbly personality.
@@biggriff4686 I can relate.
That Salsa gave her some good salsa moves.
Rika is like the cool, don't F with me girl who protects the vulnerable TJ. 😎
You make me laugh and bring such joy to the world
hearing y’all speak so well of Mexico food and the people makes my heart 💞💕💗💗💓💞💕
where my Mexicans at haha
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Mexican reporting here!
🙋🏽♀️
Born and raised in Mexico 🇲🇽 🤘🏽
Everything looks good to me and I grew up in LA county. Those tacos at the end looked really great, dipped crunchy tortillas, like a Mexican French Dip taco....... perfect.
Got through all your videos from back in the past with endless adventure to present. Great video and enthusiasm in all of them. Keep safe
LOVE THEM
Rika’s accent is perfect!
Wow, mexican food Cultural Heritage of Humanity for a reason indeed
OMG ,TJ you ready to come to Mexico, I love how enjoy the food of my country. Saludos desde Mexico 🇲🇽
Simón, ya hace falta uno en México
Los Poblanos makes amazing nieves in the Summer!
Thats what Rika said too! Come back in the Summer :D
6:32 🥺 he was so sweet!
I lived in Jackson heights for a year and a half as a kid, I absolutely loved it there. Was mad when we moved to the Bronx, my since then my neighborhood has been mexicanfied. Do miss the other cultures in Jackson heights that we don’t have much of in the Bronx though
I gotta check out the Bronx!!
Rika is such a vibe & beautiful givin off them Selena vibes. Them tacos at the end had me 🤤
Hello! Thank you for releasing another video! And it's Mexican food. 🥺 I've been missing tacos for too long now. Oh and as always, looking absolutely gorgeous! 😁😘
Ty so much for watching Enrique!
The sandwich and the tacos LOOKED so GOOD...........Yummy😋
Righttt 😍
This tour is so much fun and genuine!
Wow I’m in love with Rika 💕💕💕
"Oooh'", "Huhummm", "Uh-huh"
I live for TJ's food sound effects! 😂
HAHAHA AW ty
Saw the title and said to myself, I hope she eats in Jackson Heights! Niiiiice. Delicious area!
It's so good!! I'd trek there for momos too 🤤
@@CupofTJ I suggest you keep exploring along Roosevelt ave until Corona Plaza which is PACKED on the weekends with street food and venders, its a really fun and tasty area. In addition to excellent Mexican food, there is also lots of Ecuadorian and Peruvian food. The food trucks lined up on Warren street alone is worth a video, really amazing stuff! Hope you dig it TJ!
La Esquina del Camaron is a gem!! One of our favorites. The owner is so nice too 👍
It's SO GOOD OMG!!
Yeah he looked really nice,! So nice like low key correcting the name of the dish, that wasn't ceviche it was cocktail
That dang Torta. I literally growled with hunger.
Love this video! My hometown Queens .
The best !
🥰🥰
I love your videos and how cheery you are. You always make me laugh and there is a difference in the heat from Mexican chili’s and Asian spice both are awesome and I couldn’t live with out them.
Tried Birria Landia in Williamsburg last month, and....
WORTH THE HYPE!
I gotta visit the Williamsburg one!!
Everything was fantastic, the tacos at the end are amazing
Wow New York has so many nice food places!! 🤩
Yes sir~
@@CupofTJ curious to your masterclass! 😜
That food looks so good keep up the good work
Hello TJ and Rika I love this video Mexican food is my weakness like where I live a friend told me about a small restaurant to try and the food is awesome. I don't mind having to drive 30 miles to get there because like the food you had tamales I'm with Rika morning noon and night plus a midnight snack Thanks for a great show Wishing all of you well Take Care
Everything is better with a cup of TJ!
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love bingeing your videos on sad, cold days :) hope you're staying safe!!
TY for watching
This is popping! 💥
I just recently found out about birria tacos now now my desk at work has a slight hint of orange hue :D
Rika: "I like to say sorry to my husband"
Everyone: 😭😭
Que bonito es verte disfrutar la comida Mexicana ♡
Now I want food truck Mexican food.
love your vids TJ i was in NYC this time last year (im from UK) and me and my wife eat everything you recommended in your NYC food tour and it was amazing, cant wait till i can return and try all your new recomendations.
Wait that's amazing!! TY for sharing 😭❤️
@@CupofTJ Omg thank you for letting me experience mochi donuts & Boba cream puffs!!! i dont think they exist in London
Those tamales definitely, I hope I can try one make it really spicyy🔥🔥
HAHAH yes 🌶🌶🌶
Co-host is a vietnamese speaks english with mexican accent!! What a time to be alive
I come across your channel randomly, and I wanted to say keep it up! You are very adorable and entertaining to watch. Stay safe girl.
Tysm 🥰🥰
I love Jackson Heights! I'll have to try out these places next time I'm there
YES PLSSS!!
Taqueria Coatzingo is the bomb!!! My all time fav for sure... 🙌🏻
I loved all the mexican ,the Birria taco 🌮 dipped in the consumé looked Divine ..Fabulous video and always lovely to see your happy self TJ and have a fabulous week ..❤️😍..x
Hello I’m rika friend from California, wow thats all the food looks delicious 🤤
Birria Landia! Amazing to see how much they’ve blown up. We remember trying them when they just started up. The owners are also so cool and deserve all the success 👍👍
They expanded now! It's wild!
You’re videos are truly gems and such a valuable resource for travelers + Foodies! Thank you for all that you do! 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽
Ty for such a sweet comment :')
Gotta add it to my list for the fay I'll come to NY.
Nice, thanks for sharing 👍
I stayed in queens or “Jackson heights a few years ago and I was walking down those exact streets. It was my first time ever being in NYC and I’m glad I ended up in this neighborhood because there was so many types of cuisines. I’m from LA and I’m use to it here. My family is from Mexico so I’m use to that food. 👍🏻😀. I’m gonna join your online seminar because this is Also my first time watching your channel and I was hooked with this video.
Oh man this is making us homesick
COME BACK :3 jk wait until it's better HAHAH
Looking forward to this Masterclass, TJ!
That’s awesome you were in my neighborhood👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽💪🏽 also good Dominican food in corona near Jackson Heights 😋
Indonesia represent! 😉 I really enjoyed the episode. Those crispy tacos from the food truck looked delish (too bad no goat).
you my friend are a lovely happy person
Oh wow looks so good.. what time is the food truck there? I have to plan going there 30 minutes early, hopefully the line is not busy and long..
Great stops, looking forward to the ceviche & birria tacos! Super job, ladies🤓
hey TJ I found you through Sonny on BestFoodReviewShowEver
I ❤️TJ with her food vlog. Very lively and happy 😆
Omg I love your videos and love your series and also you are an amazing TH-camr I am always happy when you post a video it’s like going to Asia also when covid what will be you’re first. Country that you will visit again?
Thank you so much Ethan!! I hope to visit Taiwan to see my family first :)!!
@@CupofTJ np
@@CupofTJ cool I can’t wait for covid to be over too see your videos in Taiwan and hope that your family is doing goo too
Thanks even though I walk by there sometimes I didn’t know where and how to order Mexican cuisine it was helpful FYI u look more Mexican and she looks more Asian for some reason lol enjoyed ur video 👍
Love your videos much love from California ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Still melting my heart here too!
Everything looked very good but I am thinking if the spice level was too much for you I would have to pass on the tamales unless they have a tamer version haha. That chicken sandwich and the last tacos looked awesome. Stay safe and keep smiling
I regret not trying birria tacos before leaving NY after 24 years. That's definitely something I have to do when I come back to visit.
You guys remind me of the girls I went to HS with. Dope video!
I can vouch for La Esquina del Camaron. Coctels are no joke.
It's look very very good 💚
SO COOL you're on Law and Order: SVU TJ!!! when's the episode coming out?!
Yes!! It’s out! Episode 6 🥰
@@CupofTJ I've been promoting this on your social sites everywhere LOL. I AM so proud being fellow American Chinese. Hope this leads to bigger roles, but don't ditch youtube!!!
😂😂❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ TYSMMMM!! YES U GOT IT 🙏🏻
Thats some good salsa moves lol Love IT more calabs ...
💃🏻 ty!
Shake shake shake lol like when ur crazyness fights to come OUT lol
Please share where To get the tacos from the food truck! It looks really good
Woohooh!! For the first time ... I'am so early but I gotta finish my modules first before i watch your video, just leaving a comment..Lol.
Btw.. I'm from the Philippines :)
Girl, you are so fun, you make me smile, always!❤💚💜💙
This lady gets better and better another fabulous video. I never knew you could dance.😂 it must have been the Mexican food which inspired you.😂
For TJ to say that tamale is spicy, wow! 🔥☄️🔥☄️
It was so spicy I cried 😂😂
@@CupofTJ 😆😆
So happy I found your page 🥰☺️🤤
Love my hood!. Only place I haven’t been to is the first spot with the Torta. Def checking it out!
Hey TJ! All of it looks yummy but birria tacos as I 've been hearing soo much about them 🙂
I’ve been there love those tacos
How have TJ and Mikey Chen not have had a collab?!
Across the street they have a food truck called Tia Julia with the best tortas. You have to try Torta de Milanesa de pollo with chipotle.. A lot better
What is the name of the restaurant with shrimp cocktail??( you called it ceviche)
Omg my brother is a pharmacist at that walgreens behind you
I live in westchester NY , been there only once and they are really good the taco truck
Am i seeing things or were you in Law & Order: SUV seaon 22 ep6??
That was me 🥰🥰🥰
foreal. a celebrity was in my neighborhood.
that's crazy .
Lmao
It all looked so delicious! I'd love a cup of TJ myself, lol! :)
You two are so cute together!
Have a fantastic week.....😎✌️
Omg we just saw you on Law & Order SVU. 👍🏼 I’m like, omg that’s Cup of TJ!!! ☺️
THATS ME!! TY ELLY 😍😍😍✨
Omg you were literally 3 blocks from where I live. I missed out on meeting you. ☹️
Taqueria Coatzingo is a classic! We love their cemitas 🤤