'Sandwich King' Jeff Mauro on the prowl for cheap eats

New York City might have a reputation of being expensive, but that wasn't a problem for Food Network chef Jeff Mauro, who visited the city for his thrifty new series.

In "$24 in 24," the host of "Sandwich King" and the winner of season seven of "Food Network Star," heads off to different cities across the country looking for an "excellent day of eating" for a total of $24, including tip and tax.

The series begins Sunday in Mauro's hometown of Chicago, and airs its NYC episode on Oct. 22.

amNewYork spoke with Mauro about the show.

The Bagel Store
349 Bedford Ave., Williamsburg
754 Metropolitan Ave.,
Williamsburg

Artichoke Basille's Pizza
114 10th Ave.
328 E. 14th St.

Dough
305 Franklin Ave., Bed-Stuy

Bob White's Lunch and Supper Counter
94 Ave. C