Discover two ethnic and delicious NYC neighborhoods, Chinatown and Little Italy on this three-hour food and walking tour. You will begin your tour in Chinatown at a popular tea house, enjoying a cup of tea with a classic Chinese pastry. As you explore Chinatown you will see the vibrant colors of this neighborhood, hear the Chinese language and feel immersed. The highlight of your visit to Chinatown is a traditional meal, seated in a fun and vibrant restaurant. In addition to all the food, your guide will lead you on a historical path of Chinatown revealing hidden secrets as you discover its historical landmarks. During this portion of the tour, you will be fascinated with stories of the past and Chinatown’s beautiful culture. Lastly—before making your way over to Little Italy you will savor a famous Beijing style dumpling.
The second portion of the tour takes place in Little Italy. Once you enter Little Italy, you will see the bright décor and buzzing excitement. You will soon learn about Little Italy’s fascinating past by visiting historical landmarks and hearing colorful stories. From there your guide will lead you to explore the mom and pop specialty shops of Little Italy, samplings include fresh mozzarella with prosciutto, imported cheeses and olives and fresh pasta. Before saying arrivederci, your guide will take you to the well-known and historic pasticceria, Ferrara’s Bakery and Café. This is where your guide will provide you with an in-depth description of the Italian American immigrants while you enjoy Ferrara’s ever famous cannoli.
The final destination is in close proximity to Chinatown allowing you to continue to explore both neighborhoods on your own and retrace your steps. Each participant is provided a helpful handout at the beginning of the tour which includes a list of all the tastings, a map, a recommendation list and coupons. The handout will be helpful, post tour, as you return to pick up your delicious tour mementos!
Points of Interest
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Silk Road Cafe
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Ferrara Bakery & Cafe
- Local guide
- Detailed itinerary
- Food tasting
- Vegetarian and gluten free tastings available (request 48 hours in advance)
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities
Since 2009, the unique gastronomical journey through Little Italy and Chinatown acquaints you with the flavors and heritage of these two vibrant New York City districts. Run by an enterprising woman, this tour guarantees engaging, amiable guides who make sure that guests absorb the essence of these districts through enthralling historical narratives and gastronomic ventures. The tour includes 2-3 sit-down tastings and 5-6 walk-and-eat tastings to give you a complete experience of both neighborhoods within 3 hours. We are happy to cater to vegetarians and gluten-intolerant guests.
The mouth-watering food tastings range from scrumptious dumplings to a formal sit-down Italian feast. Guests above the age of 21 can enhance their experience by opting for a glass of wine at the sit-down tasting.
Upon finishing this tour, you will not only be utterly satiated, but also gain a newfound confidence in wandering these districts with a ready list of recommendations at hand. If you’re a resident or a tourist seeking a unique culinary adventure away from the usual touristy spots, then this tour absolutely ranks high on the to-do list.
- Not recommended for children aged 5 and under
- Please mention food allergies or dietary restrictions in special requirements. (Must be received 48 hours prior to tour date)
- A maximum of 4 people per booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
