Chinatown and Little Italy Food Fest

No visit to NYC would be complete without experiencing the exciting and diverse array of cultures via their unique flavors and iconic dishes. New York City is a food city to be sure, even the town's nickname is food related, the “Big Apple”. Without a doubt, the two most famous food cultures in the city are Italian and Chinese and the best place to experience the true heart and soul of each is in the neighborhoods of Little Italy and Chinatown. The Chinatown and Little Italy Food Fest gives you the chance to enjoy both at the same time.

This three-hour walking tour starts in Little Italy, where you meet up with your food guide at the famous Ferrara’s Bakery & Café The guide will give you an overview of the tour while you enjoy the famous cannoli (the same ones used on the set of The Godfather movie). Now it's off to see the small family owned eateries where you will get to taste items such as imported cheese and olives, fresh handmade pasta, fresh whole milk mozzarella with prosciutto, and more. At each stop, you will get to meet the artisans behind the food, real New Yorkers who love to create the flavors that have set the backdrop of the city that never sleeps for generations. You will also get to learn about the famous little Italy neighborhood and visit iconic locations, hearing of the history that has been part of the city, and the fabric of American culture since the earliest days of the nation.

The second half of the tour takes place in the world famous Chinatown District. Here you will enjoy the vibrant colors, exquisite fabrics, and exciting language or one of the oldest cultures on the planet. Your food guide will first take you to one of the oldest dim sums in the city where you will have a sit down tasting the highlights of the expansive menu that has been the favorite for New Yorkers for decades. After the dim sum tasting, you will have the chance to explore the neighborhood and learn its secrets. See the landmarks that have made Chinatown the icon that it is.

This tour lasts about three hours and includes your guide and tastings at several locations. Gratuity for the guide or at the establishments is not included. This tour takes place regardless of weather conditions. Both electronic and paper vouchers are accepted for this activity. Wear comfortable shoes as you will be walking about 2 miles over the course of the tour, covering both of these historic cultural districts. You may bring one water bottle and you may refill it at various locations on the tour. This tour is not recommended for children under the age of five. If you have any food allergies or medical conditions that will be affected by the tour please let the tour operator know 48 hours ahead of your booked time.