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Broadway Stars Christiani Pitts and Sam Tutty Reveal Their New York 'This or That' Picks
Iconic New York Choices
Christiani Pitts and Sam Tutty revealed their preferences for various New York symbols. Both actors favored West Village and the Upper West Side, showing their affection for the city's west side. Regarding food, Christiani Pitts chose 'chopped cheese' and 'cheesecake', while Sam Tutty preferred 'pastrami sandwich' and 'black and white cookie', highlighting their distinct culinary tastes. For street food, both opted for 'halal cart' over 'hot dog stand'. As for iconic New York landmarks, Christiani Pitts chose the 'Statue of Liberty', and Sam Tutty picked the 'Empire State Building'.
Commute Habits and Hidden Gems
When it comes to subway travel, Christiani Pitts preferred 'sitting', while Sam Tutty would stand for short journeys but happily give up his seat if someone needed it, demonstrating civic responsibility. They both shared a preference for 'Uber' over flagging a cab. For their favorite pizza spot, they humorously mentioned the 'dollar-fifty pizza', which is no longer a dollar. For bagels, Sam Tutty suggested Bagel Market on 10th Street, and Christiani Pitts mentioned 7th Street. Their favorite bodega orders were a 'pesto mozzarella wrap' for Christiani Pitts and a 'chicken Caesar wrap' for Sam Tutty. When asked about their favorite New York movies, Christiani Pitts listed 'Brooklyn', 'Maid in Manhattan', and 'Just Wright', while Sam Tutty chose 'When Harry Met Sally'. For their favorite 'hidden gem' restaurant, Sam Tutty recommended Noma's on 5th Street as the best Italian, and Christiani Pitts praised 'O'Bao' on 9th Avenue for its Thai cuisine.
*Source: YouTube: USA TODAY (2026-05-23)*
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