What You Will Do
Eat your way through New York's past & present with 4 iconic foods that shaped not just this city, but the modern world.
Learn the history of these foods and the people who brought them to New York, and discover how and why they escaped from their cradles of origin to become global cuisine.
We meet in the Melting Pot of the Lower East Side, exploring Chinatown, Little Italy, and Nolita, stopping to admire the art, industry, and culture of the greatest immigrant city on earth.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
We meet near Essex Market. Exact location sent with booking.
1
Essex Street Market
10 minutes
We meet at Essex Street Market. What follows is a SAMPLE ITINERARY, as we vary our route and stops depending on input from the group.
2
Kossar's Bagels & Bialys (LES)
20 minutes
The oldest bialy bakery in The United States, Kossar's has a colorful history and they make great food. If we don't stop at Russ & Daughters, and maybe even if we do, we might stop here.
3
Economy Candy
10 minutes
Family-owned and operated for almost 100 years, Economy Candy is a colorful and enjoyable stop. They have candy from all over the world, and candy you might not have seen in decades. Great fun. No purchase necessary.
4
Lower East Side
15 minutes
We'll take a few minutes to appreciate the art, architecture, and culture of the Lower East Side and the immigrant groups that built it. This truly is one of the most visually stunning and historically important neighborhoods in America. And the food is incredible.
5
El Cabron Taqueria
15 minutes
We often stop at El Cabron, where the tacos are real and delicious. Grab a beer or a Margherita if you want!
6
Chinatown
We'll pass through Chinatown, take in the sights, and eat some dumplings.
7
Jin Mei Dumpling
10 minutes
Hands down the best pan friend dumplings in New York. We gotta eat them standing on the street, but it's absolutely worth it. Learn the history of dumplings and Chinatown as we eat.
8
Columbus Park
10 minutes
Columbus Park is a well-used and vibrant park with a rich history. We often end our tour here, or nearby.
9
Nolita Pizza
15 minutes
If we aren't full already, we might make our way to the exception slices at Nolita Pizza.
10
Freeman Alley - Graffiti
10 minutes
Freeman Alley is a Mecca of graffiti and street art. It changes every day. If you like bright colors and beautiful imagery, you should see it at least once.
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