"Opting to try this experiment in New York City, my goal was to find three reputable food spots and get some filling, flavorful meals that stuck to Ray's original $40 budget from over two decades ago. I sought to include trendy spots to prove that you can still eat well and get those Instagram-worthy food shots without breaking your wallet."
"For the first stop on this budget meal journey, I headed over to Radio Bakery in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, which is a must-try for those who love creative baked goods and homemade focaccia. The same team behind Rolo's - which is one of "The Bear" star Jeremy Allen White's favorite restaurants - launched the bakery's flagship Greenpoint location in 2023. By 2024, The New York Times named it one of the best bakeries across the U.S.,"
Rachael Ray traveled across North America and Europe in 2002 with a $40-per-day food budget; the Food Network series aired through 2005. The buying power of $40 in 2002 equals about $72 today. A modern test in New York City aimed to replicate the original $40 constraint while targeting three reputable spots for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, prioritizing trendy, Instagram-ready foods that remain affordable. Radio Bakery in Prospect Heights offers creative baked goods and focaccia, features pastries under $10, and was opened by the team behind Rolo's; its Greenpoint location earned a New York Times best-bakery mention.
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