Max Sullivan

"Walk up an appetite for Williamsburg while taking in the East River. Dress appropriately: the bridge is 1.3 miles long and can be cool. Cross to the opposite path once halfway to switch the view."

"In a room that harkens back to old NY and German ale-houses, Peter Luger offers the best steaks you're ever going to have. Hold the sauce for a few bites to take in the naked nirvana. Cash only."

"Erin McKenna's BabyCakes offers guiltless, vegan, gluten- and sugar-free delights. Don't miss the brownie cupcakes with mint frosting. Day-old cakes, cookies and donuts go for half price."

"Katz's has been curing and hand-carving its own pastrami (ask for moist) since 1888 when it was often the first stop for Eastern European immigrants. The pastrami-on-rye is unbelievably filling."

"Behind the counter is an award-winning array of bagels and bialys ready to be paired with heavenly cream cheese and smoked fish by the helpful staff. The sable is worth the extra shekels."