Photo by: Michele Boyet

You’d think as a Jew I would care about the water, but I never cared about the water. Growing up, I ate pizza, hot dogs, pretzels and bagels like every other piece of food that entered my mouth: without thinking. Chains like Einstein Bagels, Offerdahl’s Café Grill, and yes, even the massive Dunkin’ Donuts, all contributed to many Jewish themed brunches. But it wasn’t until I took a bite of a product from Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. Then I cared about the water.

I’ve never been to Brooklyn. I’ve merely glanced at it from a bridge when I’ve been to New York City on trips. I’ve learned some history in books, heard stories from my Brooklyn native Grandmother, and eaten at restaurants claiming the Brooklyn-esque in South Florida.

But I don’t need to actually visit Brooklyn to understand its water impact on the food. Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. has a water treatment plant inside the restaurant that recreates the infamous liquid.

Photo by: Michele Boyet

In fact, they sell bottles of them for less than $1 for you to try it solo. I had it with my garlic bagel and mmm’ed for about 10 full minutes.

After opening in August, the sole Delray Beach location has been serving the New York natives and Floridians alike with their creations. Along with more than a dozen different bagel flavors and 10 different spread options, the restaurant also boasts a menu of full breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert options (the chocolate chip cookie is very well worth the investment).

I never thought I’d say it, but it’s time to care about the water.

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