NYC: The Story of the Lower East Side's Food Culture

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NYC: The Story of the Lower East Side's Food Culture

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Taste delicacies from all over the world on a guided tour of Manhattan’s Lower East Side. Visit markets and eateries to discover the history and culture of the immigrants who settled in the area.

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Highlights

Discover the best eats in the Lower East Side, Chinatown, and Little Italy
Learn about the significance of immigration to New York City and its people
Get a taste of the local cuisine with 4 classic dishes on 4 stops in Manhattan
See 100-year old bakeries, churches, historic New York sites, and much more
Join a carbon neutral tour, organized and led by an eco-certified tour operator

Description

Stroll through the streets of the Lower East Side of Manhattan to discover the history of different immigrant communities on a guided foodie walking tour. Treat your taste buds to food samples from all over the world, displaying the melting pot of cultures and cuisine that characterized the Lower East Side. After meeting your guide, learn more about the origins of the African American community in New York. Next is the famous Chinatown district, the ideal place to learn more about the Chinese community that once lived in the area. Try some delicious fried dumplings at a spot that is popular with locals. Continue to Little Italy and explore what was once home to thousands of immigrants from southern Italy. Get the opportunity to experience classic Italian flavors. Next, enter the Nolita neighborhood and stop outside St Patrick's Old Cathedral, a key focal point of the Irish Catholic community. Discover the history of the Jewish community and try some knishes, a traditional Ashkenazi Jewish snack made with potato-based dough and a variety of tasty fillings. As you explore the various neighborhoods, learn about how the various immigrant communities influenced modern American cuisine and culture, before ending your tour outside the Tenement Museum.

Includes

Guide Food tour 4 food stops 4 dishes samples (examples: Chinese dumplings, pizza, knish, and empanada) Private tour (if option selected)

Important Information

This tour operates rain or shine with the exception of force majeure This tour is carbon neutral, and operated by a B Corp-certified company committed to using travel as a force for good This tour was created as a well-balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience (Ethnic dishes samples) and features visits to establishments that are not always able to cater to all dietary requirements. Unfortunately, this tour cannot cater to vegans and gluten allergies, or intolerances. For any specific dietary request, please contact the activity provider 24 hours before the tour Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day This tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but note that this tour covers 1.6 km (1 mile) of walking