On National Bagel Day, a unique showdown unfolded on US television, where Montreal bagels squared off against New York's famed bagel. In a light-hearted but spirited contest, Vince Morena of St-Viateur Bagel stood up for Montreal's bagel tradition. On the other side was Matt Pomerance from Zucker's Bagels and Smoked Fish, ready to uphold New York's bagel reputation.