New Zealand Family Try Classic American Diner Food for the first time!

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  • @amyscrazybeautifullife3569
    @amyscrazybeautifullife3569 6 місяців тому +1321

    I love how denzie is the only one to eat the grilled cheese like a true American 😂 with his hands! Lol

    • @cmbtking
      @cmbtking 6 місяців тому +30

      facts haha

    • @amyscrazybeautifullife3569
      @amyscrazybeautifullife3569 6 місяців тому +38

      @@johnfischer_2 lol I was thinking the same! My thoughts were why would you get a grilled cheese out of all the American diner foods BUT it's not as common of a food for them so I completely understand wanting to try the actual American version in a diner.

    • @cindymatthewsarrowdalearts6449
      @cindymatthewsarrowdalearts6449 6 місяців тому +50

      That was driving me nuts, watching the three of them eat it with a knife and fork. Then Denz picked it up and I was like, "You GO Denzie!"
      Every diner is unique in their offerings, it seems and that's the wonder of eating in them. They all have the "usual," good burgers and shakes, and the cook can always get your eggs just how you like them, but then they have their own quirky dishes that are just so good!

    • @you_can_call_me_T
      @you_can_call_me_T 6 місяців тому +26

      ​@amyscrazybeautifullife3569 lol to be fair, a well-made grilled cheese can be spectacular... delicious perfectly toasted bread (not wonderbread), a perfect blend of cheeses in abundance, just the right amount of salted quality butter. It can knock your socks off and actually be worth the price.

    • @FLmickey90
      @FLmickey90 6 місяців тому +32

      I was thinking WHY aren't they eating it with their hands? It's a SANDWHICH! THen I saw Denzel pick it up with hands and I was like YES!!!!

  • @jaclyndeboer7912
    @jaclyndeboer7912 6 місяців тому +478

    I'm always so impressed, not only with how mature your kids act, but that they are willing to try pretty much anything. Great kids!

    • @kevinerose
      @kevinerose 6 місяців тому +14

      They do seem to be great kids but I'm sure they are on their best behavior in front of the camera.

    • @mickeyscott7479
      @mickeyscott7479 6 місяців тому +5

      These kids remind me of how I was raised. We still did stupid kid stuff but it was expected of us like little ladies or gentlemen. Watch an old episode of Hodgepodge Lodge. That's what it used to be.

    • @rodshoaf
      @rodshoaf 5 місяців тому +5

      Its the difference between a family in which the husband and wife are still in the same house. My child acted the exact same way or he knew he would be held responsible..

    • @VEGAS-NERVE
      @VEGAS-NERVE 2 місяці тому

      It’s because these kids are insanely privileged Getting free trips around the world, food and housing, of course they’re gonna be acting good

    • @rodshoaf
      @rodshoaf 2 місяці тому +6

      @@VEGAS-NERVE No.. they are acting well behaved because their parents taught them manners!

  • @josep.7961
    @josep.7961 6 місяців тому +191

    “This Mexican stuff is amazing” 😭😭 just wait till y’all go to an authentic Mexican restaurant 😄 love y’all reactions guys 🫡

    • @tildessmoo
      @tildessmoo 3 місяці тому +5

      Tbh, I'm really not sure whether I prefer Mexican huevos rancheros or the Texan version, which is what most American diners are going for. Both awesome in different ways.

    • @ChadtheHammer
      @ChadtheHammer 3 місяці тому +5

      She said "meexican."

  • @ActuallyitsBK
    @ActuallyitsBK 6 місяців тому +28

    Top Reaction goes to Nadine. Watch her face before saying "I'm reevaluating my whole life!" 🤣 4:14 - As an added bonus, her EPIC SAVE at 6:20 😌She's super Mom!

  • @ShamblesMD
    @ShamblesMD 6 місяців тому +411

    I never thought I'd get so much joy watching a family go and try different restaurants, but the chef in me loves it.

  • @szacktones
    @szacktones 6 місяців тому +559

    Seeing people eat a grilled cheese with a fork and knife is a first 😂😂

    • @isuapig6705
      @isuapig6705 6 місяців тому +40

      Calling it a diner classic is also a first for me

    • @earlarnoldjr7019
      @earlarnoldjr7019 6 місяців тому +5

      Agreed

    • @Bigrlboi1
      @Bigrlboi1 6 місяців тому +3

      Ikr 😂😂😂

    • @Cricket2731
      @Cricket2731 6 місяців тому +10

      Sandwiches are "finger food"!

    • @binxbolling
      @binxbolling 6 місяців тому +5

      When I was in the UK 40 years ago, they also ate pizza that way. Probably different nowadays.

  • @WedgeTheEagle
    @WedgeTheEagle 6 місяців тому +49

    Classic diners are the epitome of comfort food. I love going to my local diner.

  • @edwardssistershands
    @edwardssistershands 5 місяців тому +9

    That save by mom was incredible. Mom senses were tingling.

  • @raymondcaudillo3971
    @raymondcaudillo3971 6 місяців тому +487

    that coffee save before it spilled was a 10!!!!!!

    • @cozccs
      @cozccs 6 місяців тому +24

      I actually jumped to catch it through the screen ,haha

    • @bobcatarizona4840
      @bobcatarizona4840 6 місяців тому +44

      I'd say that was a total super Mom move LOL

    • @tinamorris5951
      @tinamorris5951 6 місяців тому +27

      Mom reflexes!

    • @katrinagreely5399
      @katrinagreely5399 6 місяців тому +17

      Those were some first-rate mom reflexes there!

    • @John_Redcorn_
      @John_Redcorn_ 6 місяців тому +3

      Glove save and a beauty!

  • @dominickthornburghakaTRG
    @dominickthornburghakaTRG 6 місяців тому +359

    Start a chain of Atlanta's Kitchens serving Diner style food in New Zealand. 👍👍

    • @geoffreysmommy
      @geoffreysmommy 6 місяців тому +7

      I was thinking something along those lines. Depends on how close to a city they live that would make it feasible.

    • @claycollins9852
      @claycollins9852 6 місяців тому +15

      They live in Taupo. Decent sized town. But if she keeps on her path, there won't be a bank in the land that wouldn't give her a loan.

    • @SC-gp7kt
      @SC-gp7kt 6 місяців тому +8

      Absolutely! She'd be a smash HIT!! 👏👏👏👍😀

    • @blackberrythorns
      @blackberrythorns 6 місяців тому +1

      @@SC-gp7kt you overestimate the popularity of americans around the world. most of your food is ripped off from other cultures, including british, which kiwis are already familiar with.

    • @SZfiftyfour
      @SZfiftyfour 6 місяців тому +40

      @@blackberrythorns It's not ripped-off, America is the nation of all nations. All cultures are here and they all bring their traditions here and share them in the great mixing pot. Stop being so hateful; our people are your people, the same goes for all other nations, they came over here and they brought it with them, it wasn't ripped off.

  • @Ajs8180
    @Ajs8180 6 місяців тому +47

    I love the idea of you guys making a diner. You don’t need a load of dishes on the menu just the ones you do great and the people will keep coming back. That’s why diners last here in America and the new generations take over for the older ones. Atlanta already has a love for cooking and you have the memorabilia to decorate the locations. 🇺🇸 🤍 🇳🇿

  • @segroves3
    @segroves3 6 місяців тому +33

    😂😂 Catching that drink was such a mom move! That's awesome

  • @bradparnell614
    @bradparnell614 6 місяців тому +183

    The chocolate malt drink was invented before the candies (Maltesers, Whoppers, etc.).

    • @LindaC616
      @LindaC616 6 місяців тому +31

      I had someone at work from Uruguay and when her boyfriend came up for a visit, I treated them to a malted milk shake. At my local diner. He has a bar back in Uruguay, and he spent his last two days searching for a jar of the malt to take home with him!😅

    • @torinbrown8196
      @torinbrown8196 6 місяців тому +3

      Entrepreneurship at it's finest there!

    • @RyTrapp0
      @RyTrapp0 6 місяців тому +2

      @@LindaC616 Sounds like an opportunity - might be time to setup a logistics company to supply malt to Uruguay, market opening here...

    • @LindaC616
      @LindaC616 6 місяців тому

      @@RyTrapp0 😄

    • @IDyce88
      @IDyce88 6 місяців тому

      before 1937? because that was when Maltesers first were made in the UK.

  • @Mr.A-000
    @Mr.A-000 6 місяців тому +176

    I have to say watching your shopping trip to Walmart, eating at Popeye’s, Chick-Fil-A, and now this Diner in New York has been fun. You all had quite the adventure. It’s awesome to see.

    • @LindaC616
      @LindaC616 6 місяців тому +4

      They're doing something different, anyway

    • @LuvBug73098
      @LuvBug73098 6 місяців тому +2

      Me too ! The exact only videos I’ve seen of them and I love their dynamic it seems so healthily beautiful and I loooove seeing their reactions to our culture AND how they pass everything around and try everything so you get so many different opinions!

    • @SweetThing
      @SweetThing 6 місяців тому +2

      Time to check out the USA, the National Forests, etc., not just diners and Walmart. If that's all that America is about, or that's all they're interested in, they might as well go home..

    • @brendasmith1533
      @brendasmith1533 6 місяців тому

      @@SweetThing Wow! Your UA-cam name doesn't match your comment. Thankfully they've met enough Americans to know how truly welcoming we are. There's only so much footage you can show at once. Kindness, openness, and patience goes a long way. And that is what being a true American is about. And they are nailing it!

    • @yungbake2161
      @yungbake2161 6 місяців тому

      @@brendasmith1533shut up Brenda 🤣

  • @jakelorentz7338
    @jakelorentz7338 5 місяців тому +29

    I absolutely adore your family. The quote, "Nothing is stronger than family" is exemplified with your reactions, interactions and family dynamic. I hope you enjoyed your visit!

  • @jaredthehawk3870
    @jaredthehawk3870 6 місяців тому +19

    Huevos Rancheros are a staple breakfast item at diners, taquerias, and mexican restaurants in Texas and the Southwest. I'm personally fond of the varient called huevos divorciados. This has one egg with salsa rojo, the other with salsa verde, and often separated by a line of refried beans.

  • @unclebee5674
    @unclebee5674 6 місяців тому +31

    "I'm re-evaluating my whole life." 🤣🤣😅
    Mom has Spidey reflexes!

  • @BobbyCYeah
    @BobbyCYeah 6 місяців тому +94

    what a beautiful memory for your kids. The experiences you are sharing with them far exceed anything they could learn in school.

    • @drchapman6501
      @drchapman6501 6 місяців тому +5

      I am trying to imagine Denzel and Atlanta telling their classmates about passing plates in an American diner, Denzel's obvious enjoyment of grilled cheese, omelets and pancakes...and Atlanta's great coffee save and enjoyment of eggs, omelets and hash browns. Truly one of my favorite food videos from my favorite New Zealander families.

    • @Bigrlboi1
      @Bigrlboi1 6 місяців тому +2

      Totally agree!!

    • @tonyleverett6917
      @tonyleverett6917 5 місяців тому +2

      I wish that I had done something like this with my daughter when she was growing up.

  • @StayshaS
    @StayshaS 6 місяців тому +22

    When Denz loves something he is silent 😂 it’s the sweetest thing ever! Love your fam!!!

  • @smcarpen
    @smcarpen 6 місяців тому +80

    You guys are such a treasure to watch as a US citizen. It often feels like the world hates us. We are not so terrible as perhaps the foreign media portrays us to be.

    • @Nizzleson
      @Nizzleson 6 місяців тому +22

      I've seldom met an American I didn't like. But your politicians are awful. They shape the world's perception of you.

    • @cindyreid6404
      @cindyreid6404 5 місяців тому +9

      Thank you for adding this to the comments, as an American I really appreciate it.

    • @jsb9317
      @jsb9317 5 місяців тому

      The American media hates Americans. No wonder the perceptions.

    • @theghoulishsword2406
      @theghoulishsword2406 5 місяців тому

      @@Nizzleson In general, Americans don't even like American politicians.

    • @matthewschloemp5417
      @matthewschloemp5417 5 місяців тому +10

      @@Nizzlesonas an American I agree with what your saying about our politicians.they all constantly embarrass and infuriate me.and when I say all I mean ALL of the politicians😂.

  • @gregoryharris5015
    @gregoryharris5015 6 місяців тому +93

    I love how you all trade the plates♥️ you guys Rock!🚀

    • @beckybanta126
      @beckybanta126 6 місяців тому +12

      Growing up, our family of 4 rarely ate in a restaurant. What a treat when we did! We would order 4 different food items & share the bites of each, passing the dishes to one another! Fun times!😊 Happy to see Our NZ Family enjoying the same!😉

    • @LindaC616
      @LindaC616 6 місяців тому +2

      ​@@beckybanta126it's such a great idea! I do that once in a while with friends

  • @Rockhound6165
    @Rockhound6165 6 місяців тому +117

    We still have classic diners in NJ. Diners serve a few purposes. They're great to stop at while travelling to get a hot meal. They're great if you're a night owl like myself(I work 10pm-6am but I'm up late even on my nights off) and are hankering for something other than snacks. Or after a night of drinking with the fellas it's a great place to wind down before going home. We have such a place 5 minutes from my house which is great. Glad y'all had a good time. God bless.

    • @mil2k11
      @mil2k11 6 місяців тому +7

      I live in the Philly suburbs, but my office is in SJ. I stop by the Black Horse Diner & Club Diner on occasion when I'm there and have never been disappointed. Diners, to me are part of the fabric of New Jersey and I hope they all stay strong.

    • @FUBAR1986
      @FUBAR1986 6 місяців тому +4

      I grew up in the Hudson Valley of New York whenever we went to see a ranger or Yankee game. We always stopped in Paramus New Jersey at the same diner.❤😂🎉

    • @adamn7516
      @adamn7516 6 місяців тому +1

      @@FUBAR1986
      I grew up and still live in Rockland County in NY. Where in the Hudson Valley did you grow up?

    • @Rockhound6165
      @Rockhound6165 6 місяців тому +2

      When we lived in Tucson we used to go to the 5 & Diner. I think there was one in Phoenix too.

    • @Rockhound6165
      @Rockhound6165 6 місяців тому +2

      @@mil2k11 the fact that the not only closed but demolished the Melrose Diner in Philly is a crime.

  • @415megan
    @415megan 6 місяців тому +26

    So awesome! I love when Nadine said, “I’m reevaluating life in general!” 😜 Diners are awesome! I love some breakfast for dinner!

    • @TOBYH
      @TOBYH 5 місяців тому +3

      I COULD EAT BREAKFAST FOR LUNCH AND DINNER ALSO. NO PROBLEM.

    • @415megan
      @415megan 4 місяці тому +1

      @@TOBYH I could eat breakfast everyday for lunch and dinner! Diners are the best!

  • @Whizzle683
    @Whizzle683 6 місяців тому +28

    Do it! Open "A Kiwi Dinner" it would be awesome people from all over New Zealand would come. Denzel is too much, those facial expressions 😂

  • @sherrit1964
    @sherrit1964 6 місяців тому +30

    I drink coffee with cream and sugar!

    • @user-iv2iu2wf4w
      @user-iv2iu2wf4w Місяць тому

      I think most people do, some like it black but i think most enjoy sugar, flavored cream or both. 7-11 has great coffee

  • @DarthArachnious
    @DarthArachnious 6 місяців тому +58

    The way it goes is that you are given black coffee. It is then up to you to turn it the shade of beige you want to drink. You can actually learn a lot about people by what they add to their coffee.

    • @mellycook
      @mellycook 6 місяців тому +4

      Yep usually there’s sugar/cream on the table if not the waitress usually ask if u want sugar/cream. I have to add both and the amount is based on how strong it is

    • @msdarby515
      @msdarby515 6 місяців тому +13

      I like a little coffee with my cream and sugar. 😂

    • @ianloeb1672
      @ianloeb1672 6 місяців тому +5

      I only add milk nothing else and the only reason I don’t drink it black is because I am cursed with acid reflux and the acidity levels are too strong when it is black

    • @mellycook
      @mellycook 6 місяців тому +1

      @@ianloeb1672 I have that and a few other gastro issues. I don’t drink as much coffee as I used to

    • @mellycook
      @mellycook 6 місяців тому +2

      @@msdarby515 LOL my parents use to tease me w/that saying

  • @future.cadaver
    @future.cadaver 6 місяців тому +15

    I love this channel and just how positive, chill and open-minded you guys are. Yes, America is big and wild and weird, but we’re people too, lol. I love that you checked out a REAL diner; I was born in Trenton, New Jersey and have lived in the NJ/NYC spotlight my entire life. People love to knock us, but this area has some of the best food and people you will ever meet! Thank you so much for showing your kids the world and best wishes for continued safe travels ❤

  • @WYGOWarrior
    @WYGOWarrior 6 місяців тому +120

    The next time you are in an American diner you have to order the chicken fried steak with eggs and a biscuit. It will come with gravy and is delicious!

    • @Pedroism
      @Pedroism 6 місяців тому +1

      Not in the ghettos

    • @Angelwatcher1624
      @Angelwatcher1624 6 місяців тому +3

      You order that south of the Mason Dixon lol

    • @WYGOWarrior
      @WYGOWarrior 6 місяців тому +4

      @@Angelwatcher1624 I live in the Seattle area and chicken friend steak and eggs is a staple in diners here.

    • @word42069
      @word42069 6 місяців тому +4

      @@PedroismNYC is far from a ghetto… also yes we have chicken fried steak here too. But honestly eggs & corned beef hash or just classic eggs and bacon is more my speed.

    • @BB-nr3sm
      @BB-nr3sm 6 місяців тому +1

      Not up north.

  • @marksmith4582
    @marksmith4582 6 місяців тому +50

    So glad you finally were able to try a genuine American diner! There are many just like that all over the United States in small towns and larger cities alike. So looking forward to you visiting us again! Do plan to visit the American Heartland on your future travels here. I like your idea of a classic American diner in your area of New Zealand! Appreciate you all so much! Mark in Iowa USA.

    • @Pedroism
      @Pedroism 6 місяців тому

      Stick to the white neighborhood s

    • @Bigrlboi1
      @Bigrlboi1 6 місяців тому +3

      Here in Kentucky we call the last dish “A poor man’s meal” 😅

  • @mikemcchesney2555
    @mikemcchesney2555 5 місяців тому +4

    And TOTAL CONGRATULATIONS to SpiderMom who, at 6:25, saved the day with a quick snatch on the milkshake!

  • @sheds
    @sheds 6 місяців тому +17

    To make the potatoes like the hash you need to bake the potatoes exactly like your making baked potatoes, then let it sit in the fridge overnight, then dice and fry in bacon grease until they're super crispy with salt pepper and garlic. Super easy and fast. I made it for breakfast today before work in about 15 minutes exactly like you ate yours, just without the short rib, but bacon instead.

  • @meelertac
    @meelertac 6 місяців тому +13

    What an endearing family! Mom and Dad continue to raise the kids like that and kids, continue to raise Mom and Dad like that.

  • @seanpaula8924
    @seanpaula8924 6 місяців тому +30

    Grilled cheese is 2 slices of orange plastic slices melted, and eaten with Campbell's tomato soup on a cold day 😊

    • @marthamitchell9452
      @marthamitchell9452 6 місяців тому +2

      No, cheddar cheese and served with tomato soup and a side of pickles.

    • @davegink9222
      @davegink9222 4 місяці тому +4

      @@marthamitchell9452 That is not the traditional American grilled cheese and tomato soup. It’s gotta be the kraft American cheese slices 😉

    • @marthamitchell9452
      @marthamitchell9452 4 місяці тому +1

      @@davegink9222 we never had those. 😂

    • @thedaveanderson
      @thedaveanderson 3 місяці тому +1

      @@davegink9222 Kraft singles are made out of cheddar cheese though. Its just melted and mixed with water/milk + plus a binding agent.

    • @steve-uq5tl
      @steve-uq5tl 3 місяці тому +1

      Everybody thinks that American cheese is fake, process does not mean fake.Look it up on Google

  • @GrammaNay
    @GrammaNay 6 місяців тому +8

    2:57. Ya'll forget to get chicken (or country) fried steak, with country gravy, eggs and hashbrowns... my all favorite!!!😋
    Pancakes, griddle cakes, flap jacks... take your pick.😂
    French toast is also a good one. There are so many different ways of fixing it!😊

  • @FClark-ov6dz
    @FClark-ov6dz 6 місяців тому +20

    Nice to see you aren’t eating more fast food. Places like this and mom and pop restaurants will always have higher quality and more unique food. Fun to watch and made me hungry.

  • @michaelmetz3131
    @michaelmetz3131 6 місяців тому +18

    Just so happy to see you enjoying our wonderful country. I hope everyone treats you with love and respect. Just awesome to see such a nice family so interested in our culture.

  • @ESUSAMEX
    @ESUSAMEX 6 місяців тому +11

    Grilled cheese is eaten with your hands. I love grilled cheese with bacon! When I lived in Mexico for almost two years, I ate huevos rancheros almost every Saturday. I had it for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

    • @marthamitchell9452
      @marthamitchell9452 6 місяців тому +1

      I don’t think I’ve seen anyone eat one with a knife and fork before, although I have heard that some people even eat fried chicken with a knife and fork 😂.

  • @cferguson37
    @cferguson37 6 місяців тому +6

    the 'fry up' you were mentioning, you can find in a lot of diners, especially in the 'South'...usually called 'skillets' fried potatoes with eggs, some kind of meat...filling breakfast for sure!

  • @jorgevelez8526
    @jorgevelez8526 6 місяців тому +22

    As someone who lives in North Texas (Ft Worth area), I can confirm that some of the absolute best diners are the ones tucked away in the small towns where mom & dad have been working on perfecting their recipes for 50+ years, and the employees have been there for decades.

    • @erniesteele3164
      @erniesteele3164 6 місяців тому +3

      I'm in Pennsylvania... We have 3 that fit your description...The waitresses have been there for decades and understand "over medium and dead rye" and "gravy on everything"

  • @MJ-bt6zx
    @MJ-bt6zx 6 місяців тому +63

    Y'all saw how much creamer was at walmart. You know we don't just drink black coffee😊

  • @cheezebag
    @cheezebag 6 місяців тому +22

    It makes me feel really good and hungry seeing ya'll enjoy the food 😊. Im waiting for the video where Atlanta is just running around restaurants with a notepad demanding recipes 😂

  • @annfrost3323
    @annfrost3323 6 місяців тому +7

    Diner resraurants started from the dinning cars in trains. Typically they had the linoleum floor squares and juke boxes on each table.

  • @lindadutko5721
    @lindadutko5721 6 місяців тому +10

    Great video. My favorite diner meal is an open face roast beef sandwich with mashed potatoes and lots of gravy. Many years ago I was traveling through Ontario, Canada and stopped in a diner and ordered hot roast beef sandwich, served with French fries and lots of gravy. It was definitely a slice of food heaven. French fries and gravy my ultimate favorite. Have a wonderful day.

    • @maggiep3263
      @maggiep3263 6 місяців тому

      I like open face roast beef or roast turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans and gravy (can't do without the gravy).

    • @lindadutko5721
      @lindadutko5721 6 місяців тому

      Yum. I like corn with my mashed potatoes and extra gravy.

  • @ngervat
    @ngervat 4 місяці тому +2

    As a long time New York diner and deli breakfast cook, the best breakfast potatoes I've ever had were at a place where we cubed the potatoes, then cooked them most of the way through with finely diced red and green bell peppers, onions, olive oil, salt, pepper and a LOT of Spanish paprika. Then once everything was pretty cooked we would mix them all together in a giant bowl to make sure every piece of potato was coated in all those amazing flavors and then put them in a large covered bin to marinate and soak in all that flavor overnight in the refrigerator. the next day we would just cook them to order on the flat top grill and they were out of this world amazing.

  • @maryannashenfelder5513
    @maryannashenfelder5513 6 місяців тому +9

    I love coffee,but I need cream!! Wonderful you and yours are truly enjoying our food!!

  • @rdasca
    @rdasca 6 місяців тому +5

    👍 Those mom reflexes, awesome! Great video.

  • @keriezy
    @keriezy 6 місяців тому +7

    Denzie was the only one to properly eat the grilled cheese.... with his hands!
    I gasped when Atlanta almost wore her drink.
    The chocolate is semisweet.
    The fried potatoes are a favorite of mine.

  • @vindigregorio6697
    @vindigregorio6697 4 місяці тому +2

    I would have been so psyched if I randomly ran into this family walking in NYC. I LOVE their love for most things American. :)

  • @Fatblue246
    @Fatblue246 6 місяців тому +6

    24 hour greek diners were a staple of my childhood/teen years. Historically each immigrant group in NY would usually specialize in a specific business/field and the Greeks were/are BIG in diners. they’re unfortunately beginning to go the way of the dinosaur post covid, but growing up after goin out really late at night after drinking with friends in the city a 24/7 diner was ALWAYS the move if not dollar pizza. I’m glad you all did your due diligence got the true experience. If you ever come back, you should try getting out to Queens and Brooklyn it has a lot more of the old school NY vibe relative to Manhattan and the food is some of the best in the city.

  • @kateg7298
    @kateg7298 6 місяців тому +11

    You just can't beat hash browned potatoes and short ribs. But I have to admit, huevos rancheros comes close. I love that they had a great time trying real diner food!

  • @ahill209
    @ahill209 6 місяців тому +4

    Such a joy to see this. We took a family vacation to NYC in 2019 and this reminded me of my lunch at a classic delicatessen eating a Reuben sandwich. I have to say food in NYC is among the best anywhere in the US.

  • @chokolabrown6546
    @chokolabrown6546 6 місяців тому +5

    It is such a beautiful thing how you and your family get together and enjoy life. My family is Panamanian but I grew up in Florida. If y'all get a chance try Panamanian food.

    • @drchapman6501
      @drchapman6501 6 місяців тому

      I spent 6 months living in a tent in the jungles of Panama. But I had the privilege of eating Panamanian quicine. And i must say, it is the best food on the planet!

  • @tonyangelias6808
    @tonyangelias6808 6 місяців тому +26

    Sam… a grilled cheese sandwich is normally eaten with your hands, not a knife and fork… But Hey! You eat it however you wish! LOL

    • @irenegaruba48
      @irenegaruba48 6 місяців тому

      If they have it in New Zealand, it’ll be how they eat it.

  • @hanziggy6862
    @hanziggy6862 6 місяців тому +3

    The mother's outfit looks cute on her, but I also kept thinking, she must be so cold, LOL! Kudos to her for being quick enough to catch the iced latte before it spilled. That surely would've been an ugly and wet disaster. This video made me so happy watching it and also very hungry!

  • @rj-zz8im
    @rj-zz8im 6 місяців тому +4

    Always get a smile watching your family. Thank you for sharing your joy and love. Not everyone gets to experience being a member of a family in this sense.

  • @kdm71291
    @kdm71291 6 місяців тому +22

    I don't think that's true, Nadine....we drink coffee a million different ways!
    Whether you call them pancakes, hotcakes or griddlecakes depends a lot on what part of the country you're from.
    With those potatoes in that last dish, my guess is that they par-boil them in a seasoned water for that "Marinated" flavor, and then deep fry or pan fry them to finish.

    • @kylesvideotube
      @kylesvideotube 6 місяців тому +1

      Yes, most Americans drink 800 calorie Starbucks coffees with loads of sugar and cream that doesn't even taste like coffee.

    • @lorismith1722
      @lorismith1722 6 місяців тому

      Yeah, I thought that was strange when she said that. The only people I know who take their coffee black are people in the military/veterans. My dad was in the navy and said that he learned to drink black coffee because the creamer wasn’t good. Though, I’m sure it may have been improved since when he served.

    • @joanarchetto6795
      @joanarchetto6795 6 місяців тому

      Ye-ah, I don't know anyone who takes their coffee black, including my NYC born and raised husband, lol.

    • @shmooi796
      @shmooi796 6 місяців тому +3

      Most people I know drink coffee black, once in a while some creamer or condensed milk but that's more of a dessert. When I drank coffee I also preferred it black ☕️ I've only ever had a couple of friends or co-workers that go for coffee mixes which is fine, coffee is delicious no matter what!

    • @ozziepupreid
      @ozziepupreid 6 місяців тому

      I usually drink my coffee black. Sometimes I'll throw a splash of milk in.

  • @knitterscheidt
    @knitterscheidt 6 місяців тому +4

    it's just so nice to watch your family having a wonderful time

  • @karlschmitt6359
    @karlschmitt6359 6 місяців тому +3

    You don't get Juevos Rancheros in New York, you need to come to Albuquerque, New Mexico for really good Juevos! My favorite is Weck's on Louisiana south of Montgomery! Glad you're here though, have a great time! My father was was born in Queens New York in 1937!

  • @whiskybooze
    @whiskybooze 6 місяців тому +1

    My roommate in my 20s went and study abroad in New Zealand and loved it. My sister also got to go and went skydiving over there and loved it. Beautiful Country.

  • @deeann9066
    @deeann9066 5 місяців тому +2

    I’m watching this video on Christmas Eve, and it made me so happy. Your family is too adorable and our country is better for having you visit us. Love from Arizona ❤️

  • @flamingpieherman9822
    @flamingpieherman9822 6 місяців тому +32

    You have to try New York style pizza! And also their cheesecake... I'm sure the locals can direct you to the best they have

    • @charlenemarion5678
      @charlenemarion5678 6 місяців тому +4

      I hope they tried New York Stromboli. When I was going to NY people told me to try it. My host were shocked when I asked for Stromboli…they told me honored guest can’t eat pizza. So I told them Honored Guest would be deeply honored to eat NY Stromboli. They researched it and took me to the number one Stromboli spot. Funniest thing ever when it arrived my host asked for a taste then ordered one for everyone else plus promised to bring his girlfriend to eat NY Stromboli.

    • @isuapig6705
      @isuapig6705 6 місяців тому +3

      If they haven’t yet then I’m sure they won’t try it for a WHILE

    • @stuartmcquade3407
      @stuartmcquade3407 6 місяців тому +1

      I'd love to see them go to Sally Slices place

    • @x14inchdubsx30
      @x14inchdubsx30 6 місяців тому +1

      yup, juniors cheesecake!!!!

  • @angelagraves865
    @angelagraves865 6 місяців тому +16

    I've too have wanted to open a diner but that only does breakfast and lunch, and I also want to deliver breakfast the way restaurants do dinner. I've woken up in the morning so many times wishing someone would just deliver a hot breakfast to my door. I've also thought about a food truck for breakfast that I could park in various places close to neighborhoods where people could walk up and get a hot breakfast. Watching you all has fired up my motivation. I think I'll go make breakfast. 😃

    • @applesnpies8707
      @applesnpies8707 6 місяців тому +4

      We used to live across the street from a Perkos Coffee Shop that served breakfast all day. On special days like my birthday or Mother's Day,, my husband would call our orders in and then walk across the street to pick up eggs Benedict, biscuits and gravy; waffles or whatever instead of trying to cook since I'm the cook and he get freshly baked cinnamon rolls or blueberry crepes for his birthday. It's so nice when someone else cooks for your birthday.😊

    • @msdarby515
      @msdarby515 6 місяців тому +1

      It's called Uber Eats.

    • @SC-gp7kt
      @SC-gp7kt 6 місяців тому +2

      Go for it!!! I hope you do and are successful 👍💙 Follow your inspirations and trust your gut!

    • @jeffhampton2767
      @jeffhampton2767 6 місяців тому +2

      Approximately 90% of restaurants fail. I was in the restaurant business for 40 years

    • @rayanagi
      @rayanagi 6 місяців тому +1

      I feel fortunate that I have a wide selection of diners, bakeries and restaurants that make and deliver breakfast. Move to New Jersey! I recommend our pork roll, egg and cheese sandwich on a hard roll. 😂

  • @emilton3643
    @emilton3643 6 місяців тому +2

    You should try the classic BLT sandwich if bacon, lettuce, and tomato. I like how the family can do the continuous rotations of dishes so everyone tries everything hand have to keep the next person in mind.

  • @paulmenard6219
    @paulmenard6219 6 місяців тому +2

    Such a beautiful family... your kids are so good at this. Showing stuff to the cameras... the little girl is a star in the marking and the young man isn't far behind.
    Hope you enjoyed your time in our country.

  • @Ravyne
    @Ravyne 6 місяців тому +7

    We have an amazing diner here in Tulsa OK called Tally's. it is on Rt 66 and has some of the best food. Their pancakes are huge and they have a large cinnamon roll that fills an entire dinner-sized plate! It was so much fun watching you enjoy the food at this diner in NY. Now go try NY pizza, cheesecake, and bagels!

  • @CysMix1
    @CysMix1 6 місяців тому +15

    Did she just say "this Mexican stuff is amazing" 😂😂😂 I had to replay it 3 times to make sure I heard that right. huevos rancheros is my go to for breakfast at a restaurant in the south west but not in NY

    • @marthamitchell9452
      @marthamitchell9452 6 місяців тому +4

      They need to try some real hole in the wall Mexican restaurants. Not the fancy ones but the ones that cook the real stuff, and definitely not the chain restaurants.

  • @greggminkoff6733
    @greggminkoff6733 2 місяці тому +2

    In 1992, I drove from Auckland to Wellington. Took the Picton ferry to Nelson. Then down to Christ Church for a flight to Sydney. My take on New Zealand at that time was: I found it very provincial and reminded me of the 1950s. It was very comfortable and relaxed. Very provincial. That was my first exposure to a NZ cooked breakfast. There were no choices. Just a cooked breakfast.

  • @readytogo3186
    @readytogo3186 6 місяців тому +3

    I almost had a stroke when the milkshake (or whatever it was in the glass with the spoon sticking up) was almost turned over! Whew! I love how you all swap plates so every one of you can have a taste of everything! Such a great, loving family! God bless all of you! I'm so glad y'all got to come visit America!! Stay!!

    • @drchapman6501
      @drchapman6501 5 місяців тому

      Great save, Nadine. I can't get from the kitchen to the table without spilling or dropping something

  • @Wings_nut
    @Wings_nut 6 місяців тому +94

    Huevos rancheros at one of the oldest authentic American diners. Love it.

    • @MrJeddYoung
      @MrJeddYoung 6 місяців тому +20

      Your comment plus Atlanta's comment: "this Mexican stuff is amazing" - both made me laugh. I'm not Mexican but I would have ordered the same thing - I love huevos rancheros.

    • @dgpatter
      @dgpatter 6 місяців тому +6

      Personally, I’m skeptical. Huevos Rancheros in NYC?

    • @Wings_nut
      @Wings_nut 6 місяців тому +1

      @@MrJeddYoung As do I. LOL

    • @Wings_nut
      @Wings_nut 6 місяців тому +6

      @@dgpatter I'm guessing the kitchen staff is largely hispanic.

    • @retcutter10
      @retcutter10 6 місяців тому +15

      @@dgpatterThat's what's great about the USA these days - you can get just
      about anything anywhere!

  • @dextermilo4668
    @dextermilo4668 6 місяців тому +2

    Love your family dynamic. I'm happy for the blessing you guys are to one another, and to us!

  • @sandruhhh___3828
    @sandruhhh___3828 6 місяців тому +6

    Those mom reflexes 💪🏼 always on point!

  • @cindypierce3600
    @cindypierce3600 6 місяців тому +5

    Your family needs to try small town restaurants. We have a restaurant here in Oswego NY called Wads

  • @petecam3949
    @petecam3949 6 місяців тому +4

    The filtered coffee is an American go-to. Some people like their coffee black, but a lot of others gotta put tons of creamer or milk and sugar.

  • @creinicke1000
    @creinicke1000 6 місяців тому +2

    Diners are what I call comfort food.. Like mom makes dinners.

  • @aaronlopez492
    @aaronlopez492 6 місяців тому +2

    Yum, that's looks so appetizing😋. Enjoy Fam nice video.

  • @itsahellofaname
    @itsahellofaname 6 місяців тому +4

    Diners are the best, when you want to feel like you just stopped over at your favorite old aunt's house, and she cooked something for you to eat (and she was the best cook)! Diners serve you that good old home cooking.

  • @kyleteal5888
    @kyleteal5888 6 місяців тому +3

    Those Roast potatoes are usually double rinsed and sit in dry seasoning about 30 minutes before pan frying or baking

  • @samlivby4993
    @samlivby4993 6 місяців тому +3

    It's so nice that you're enjoying your trip here in the US. Saying"hi " from California 😊

  • @donveldman8850
    @donveldman8850 6 місяців тому +2

    Diners are my favorite. Almost can get whatever you want and the vibe is so awesome

  • @mymylauren
    @mymylauren 6 місяців тому +14

    I love how the mom described the food as soul food , wait till they try real soul food.

  • @CarolBurke-ig2lb
    @CarolBurke-ig2lb 3 місяці тому +3

    Kids not arguing with their parents about phones at the table. Refreshing.

  • @bena4072
    @bena4072 4 місяці тому +1

    So glad you went to a diner! There are thousands of them all over the states. You can get any meal at any time. Keep having fun - such a nice family

  • @MoMoMyPup10
    @MoMoMyPup10 6 місяців тому +1

    A good American diner is just about unbeatable with your basic American dishes. They season it and cook it to perfection. Breakfast at one is so good.

  • @seangilbert19658
    @seangilbert19658 6 місяців тому +19

    Some of the oldest restaurants and diners have some of the greatest foods out there! 👍

    • @geoffreysmommy
      @geoffreysmommy 6 місяців тому +2

      That's true. I like watching a show called. Diners, Drive Inns, and Dives. A guy travels all over trying out food from different small places.

    • @seangilbert19658
      @seangilbert19658 6 місяців тому

      @@geoffreysmommy i’ve seen it before, they have some of the best food!

  • @kimberlygabaldon3260
    @kimberlygabaldon3260 6 місяців тому +3

    I've never seen anybody eat grilled cheese with a knife and fork.
    @7:15 Did I just see Denzie snarf half a jalapeño in one bite, hardly flinching? I'm impressed!

  • @atkkeqnfr
    @atkkeqnfr 6 місяців тому +2

    So glad you made it to America! I hope you wonderful family are having a blast!

  • @RedRoseSeptember22
    @RedRoseSeptember22 6 місяців тому +2

    Love that you're all enjoying your time here in the US of A!!!

  • @66bigbuds
    @66bigbuds 6 місяців тому +6

    Now that diner realy gives you a good representation of American food. Much better than some of the places you went.

  • @Sandy_Toes_2020
    @Sandy_Toes_2020 6 місяців тому +3

    Mom's iced latte save was nothing short of amazing!!

  • @jajacobs100
    @jajacobs100 6 місяців тому +1

    There's diners all over the South. Some of the best are what we call " hole in the wall" in other words, you wouldn't know it was there or that it's delicious. Glad you enjoyed your first one.

  • @johnf-americanreacts1287
    @johnf-americanreacts1287 6 місяців тому +2

    Hey guys. Love this vid. I’m a New Yorker, a You Tuber and have kids not to much younger than you. I would have loved to know you were coming and shown you around. I know we would be fast friends. Your family reminds me of mine. Just goes to show we have more in common than differences.

  • @joannecooper4592
    @joannecooper4592 6 місяців тому +3

    I really love watching your sweet family enjoy our American things. It makes me appreciate my country more~

  • @pennysilvey8868
    @pennysilvey8868 6 місяців тому +4

    Am I the only one that caught Denzy sneaking a secret bite of that syrup off of the end of his fork and then the little evil smile that followed afterwards?! That was hilarious! I love Denzy!
    Also, am I the only one that thinks your New Zealand family should come to America and open up a New Zealand food type restaurant here in America, as opposed to opening up a diner in New Zealand? I think you should come here! We want you guys as citizens! We already claim you as honorary citizens all you gotta do now is get the paperwork!

    • @autumncolors7015
      @autumncolors7015 6 місяців тому

      Poor Kylo would have to stay in quarantine for 28 days at an animal care facility in the US without any of his family, though. Then, he'd have to go through the same if/when returning to New Zealand. I hope they see this comment and really think through any plans to bring Kylo with them rather than leaving him with familiar family members who have dogs that he knows.

  • @bartonbagnes4605
    @bartonbagnes4605 6 місяців тому +2

    Steak and Eggs is a staple in American breakfasts, though of course we have many other choices, we do like options here.

  • @dawngable4622
    @dawngable4622 2 місяці тому +2

    I’m so glad you enjoyed our food

  • @jeffrielley920
    @jeffrielley920 6 місяців тому +26

    "Welcome back home, mate. So what'd you see in America?"
    - New Zealand family lists 30 different restaurants.

    • @jovetj
      @jovetj 6 місяців тому +3

      Seefood.

  • @adamblythe6837
    @adamblythe6837 6 місяців тому +3

    I am glad to see you guys are having a great time trying all these different foods.

  • @thecapturban
    @thecapturban 6 місяців тому +1

    Jet lagged and Miss Nadine mom skills stilll. ON POINT!
    Cat like reflexes🎉

  • @arlenerivera-gw4st
    @arlenerivera-gw4st 6 місяців тому +2

    How do you all keep so slim and in shape??? LOL. I gain weight just watching you eat. Actually, starting my day, each day, with your family makes me smile, and it's such a good way to start the day. Thank you.

  • @cadifan
    @cadifan 6 місяців тому +8

    Did you guys never go to the B.E.D. (Bald Eagle Diner) on Tamaki Drive in Mission Bay when you lived in Auckland? Very authentic American diner with American Menu. One time I was there an American customer was eating a Philly Cheese steak and he told them it was the most authentic Philly cheese steak he's eaten outside his home state of Philadelphia. We need more of them.