Exact meeting location will be sent after tour is booked.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes before tour begins.
Description
With an area covering two square miles and an estimated population of 150,000, NYCs Chinatown is the largest in the United States. There are over 10 distinct Asian cuisines available in this neighborhood; and over 500 restaurants, bakeries, and tea shops line the streets for your exploration.
Chinatown is a food shoppers paradise offering fresh, unique food at a reasonable price. We go into the stores, giving you the opportunity to view the many delicacies, take in the tantalizing aromas and taste their specialties.
Below are the stores we visit and foods* we try:
Pastry shopSavory pastry P,B,G and Sweet Pastry N,G
Produce market--Seasonal fruit, when available
Meat market
Fish market
Jerky shop--Jerky P,B,S,G
Dumpling shop--Fried dumpling P,G
Snack shop--Dried and preserved snacks N,S,P,B
Natural food shop--Soy or rice product S,P,N,B
Ice cream shop--Asian ice cream D
Chinese grocery store
*For those with dietary restrictions and allergies: D=Dairy, P=Pork, B=Beef, S=Shellfish, N=Nuts, G=Gluten Samples and stores are subject to change.
Notes
Advance reservations are required.
This is a walking tour. The tours run rain or shine. However, tours may be cancelled for severe weather (blizzard, hurricane, etc.) or events beyond the Enthusiastic Gourmet's control (transportation strike, blackouts, etc.) If a tour is cancelled by the Enthusiastic Gourmet, you will receive a full refund.
Disclaimer: By purchasing ticket(s) and participating in a tour the attendee(s) waive(s) all claims of liability against The Enthusiastic Gourmet and its owner for any illness/injury to anyone on this tour and/or loss/damage/theft to any attendee's property while they are participating in the Enthusiastic Gourmet Food Tour. All participants walk at their own risk and waive any liability claims against The Enthusiastic Gourmet or its owner and/or any supplier and/or business associated with The Enthusiastic Gourmet.
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