Discover the REAL New York!
Foods of New York offers unique food tasting and cultural walking tours and intimate food tasting events through New York City's most delicious and historic neighborhoods. We provide a non-touristy experience so you feel like a native New Yorker.
Each tour includes food tastings from classic specialty food shops and ethnic eateries as well as an off-the-beaten-path glimpse of "Life in New York City"—the history, culture, architecture, entertainment offerings, and neighborhood restaurants.
Advanced purchase required. We usually sell out in advance!
Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tours
"Around the Neighborhood"
Chinatown Food and Culture Walking Tour
(est. 2008)
Dumplings, Peking Duck, and more!
Discover the history, culture, and amazing food specialties of New York City's Chinatown! Taste authentic delicacies from 2 exquisite Chinese restaurants and three specialty food shops on this combination walking tour and sit down tasting.
The Original Greenwich Village
Food and Culture Walking Tour
(est. 1999)
A tasting journey through the West Village
Discover the history and culture of this beautiful area while tasting local specialties from classic "mom and pop" food shops and eateries. Then, join us as we venture off the beaten path through the winding streets of the picturesque West Village.
Chelsea Mkt/Meatpacking District Food and Culture Walking Tour
(est. 2003)
Taste the past, present, and future!
Explore two old industrial areas that are evolving into the hottest new destinations in New York City. Discover how these locations are becoming known for gourmet food shops, ethnic restaurants, boutique shopping, and high energy nightlife. Taste delicious specialties from seven food shops during this tour.
Central Greenwich Village/ SoHo
Food and Culture Walking Tour
(est. 2006)
Taste the delicious ethnic flavors!
Stroll through the Central Village and discover the area enjoyed by the beatnicks and free thinkers of the world. Step back in time and enjoy a section of SoHo that only the locals frequent. Sample a variety of ethnic foods as you learn about the history and culture of these two unique and celebrated areas.
Evening Food Tasting Events
"At the Table"
Sushi and Japanese Tapas Food Tasting Event
(est. 2007)
A feast for all the senses!
Experience the authentic tradition of the Japanese cuisine. Taste the trendy yet undiscovered flavors of Ippin Ryori (Japanese Tapas) and traditional Sushi. Learn about the sophisticated aesthetics behind the artful presentation during this sit down interactive culinary dining event.
What is a Food Tasting Event?
Unlike our award winning Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tours, our Food Tasting Events offer an in-depth presentation of culinary history paired with sophisticated food served in a restaurant environment. This is much more then just food tasting; it is a fun and informative event. Our Foods of New York host will integrate both foreign and familiar cuisine during a "sit-down" dining event that is sure to satisfy even the most discriminating foodie. As our guest, you will participate in the process, ritual, and etiquette of the culture as you delight in this one-of-a-kind event. Our culinary events are sure to leave you with a firsthand understanding and appreciation of a unique food culture.
Maximum of 14 people per event.
Great for couples and singles!
