New York City: Food Walking Tour of Chinatown & Little Italy

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Eat your way through New York City from Five Points to Chinatown, and from Little Italy to Nolita. Taste dumplings, roast pork, cheesecake, and mini cannolis, along with optional alcoholic drinks.

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Highlights

  • Tickle your taste buds with handmade fried dumplings from a local hotspot
  • Savor a culinary masterpiece dating back to 1940s Hong Kong in Chinatown
  • Eat cannolis at one of the oldest family-owned Italian delis in Little Italy
  • Indulge in artisanal cheese, legendary pizza, and New York-style cheesecake
  • Learn about the diverse cultural influences that have shaped New York City

Description

Embark on a culinary adventure through New York City, savoring dumplings, rice noodles, pizza, cheesecake, and other delights. Uncover hidden hot spots, explore history and art, and end with a secret dish, making this walking tour a feast for all senses. Begin in historic Columbus Park, once known as Five Points, the treacherous battleground featured in Martin Scorsese's 'Gangs of New York”. First, enjoy handmade fried dumplings from a beloved local hotspot. Next, savor a culinary delight with roots tracing back to 1940s Hong Kong, where the artful fusion of Cantonese roast pork and Western baking techniques gave birth to a beloved masterpiece. On your walk, pass through Chinatown's bustling streets and hear stories of the neighborhood's first Chinese-owned businesses and the notorious 'bloody angle.' Stop at a buzzing bakery for an Instagramable sweet treat. Then, it's time to experience the true magic of New York City as you turn a corner and realize that the Chinese businesses suddenly turn Italian. Follow your guide to a neighborhood in Lower Manhattan known for its Italian population that has retained its customs, food, and heritage. In Little Italy, visit one of the oldest family-owned Italian delis in the city and sample some mini cannolis. Afterward, explore a legendary bar featured in several mafioso films and TV shows and have a slice of pizza fit for The Godfather, himself. Finally, feast on a mini New York-style cheesecake as you learn what's North of Little Italy. End with a secret dish that adds an extra layer of culinary delight to your exploration of New York City's vibrant neighborhoods.

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Guide Walking tour Food tastings Alcoholic drinks (if option selected)

Important Information

  • The itinerary and menu are subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances

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