Robert Sietsema is the former Eater NY senior critic with more than 35 years of experience covering dining in New York City. Nearly 20 years later, Constantine “Gus” Poulos opened Papaya King on the ...

Papayas are tropical fruits high in vitamin C and antioxidants. Certain compounds in papayas may have anticancer properties and improve heart health, among other health benefits. The papaya is an ...

Papaya, rich in vitamins and enzymes, generally aids digestion and immunity. While no strong evidence proves eating it at night is harmful, unripe fruit or large quantities can cause digestive upset.

The story of Papaya King, like so many of the great stories of the 20th Century, starts at the gates of Ellis Island. In 1923 Constantine “Gus” Poulos, a young immigrant from Athens, Greece arrived on ...

There’s something special about fresh papaya in the early hours of the day. While this tropical fruit is seen as just another breakfast filler, many overlook the unique healing power it holds when ...