A Chorizo Comita from Leti Bakery in Corona. Illustrations by Nancy Pappas.
Papalo, a Mexican herb resembling watercress.
Tacos al Pastor from La Espiga in Corona.
Pickled chipotle peppers at Leti Bakery in Corona.
A loaded hot dog from Prontito in Jackson Heights.
Durian fruit at the US Asian Supermarket in Elmhurst.
Live eels and geoduck at the US Asian Supermarket in Elmhurst.
Fermented fish and spicy papaya salad at Sugar Club in Elmhurst.
Kulu in Elmhurst serves Durian Royale, a milky pudding with durian and shredded grapefruit.