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Jackson Heights

Photo: Gus Powell

Around 60 percent of Jackson Heights residents were born outside the United States, bringing cuisine and culture from Asia, South America and beyond. It’s also home to one of NYC’s largest LGBTQ+ communities and an active nightlife scene.

NYC Local Legends: Naq Zamal

There’s no better way to see New York City than through the eyes of a local. In our NYC Local Legends video series, notable New Yorkers share their perspectives on some of the five boroughs’ most vibrant and culturally rich neighborhoods. In this episode, Queens native Naq Zamal takes us on a food tour of Jackson Heights, highlighting the array of diverse South Asian cultures that thrive there.