Discover the REAL New York!
Foods of New York offers unique food tasting and cultural walking tours and culinary experiences 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"
The Original Greenwich Village
Food and Culture Walking Tour
(est. 1999)
A tasting journey in an Italian neighborhood
Join us as we venture off the beaten path through the winding streets of the picturesque West Village.
Discover the history and culture of this beautiful area while tasting local specialties from classic "mom and pop" food shops and Italian eateries.
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)
Tastings in two historic neighborhoods
Come along on a delightful stroll through two distinctly different NYC neighborhoods: One vibrant and exciting, and the other surprisingly quaint. Sample a variety of ethnic treats as you discover the history and culture of these unique and celebrated areas.
Culinary Dining Experiences 
"At the Table"
The Art of Sushi and Japanese Tapas Culinary Dining Experience
(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 experience.
In Development!
Explore Chinatown: A Culinary
Experience and Walking Tour
(Coming in Spring 2008)
The art of dumplings, Peking Duck and more!
Discover the history, culture, and delicious food specialties of New York City's Chinatown! Taste authentic delicacies from two exquisite Chinese restaurants and three specialty food shops on this combination Culinary Dining experience and Walking Tour.
What is a Culinary Dining Experience?
Unlike our award winning Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tours, our Culinary Dining Experiences 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 an interactive event.
Our Foods of New York host will integrate both foreign and familiar cuisine during a "sit-down" dining experience 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 experiences are sure to leave you with a firsthand understanding and appreciation of a unique food culture.
