Mom and Pop Food Tour in Chinatown and Little Italy

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New York City, USA

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Overview

Savor a delightful culinary journey through Chinatown and Little Italy, highlighting the best flavors from five beloved local shops. Begin with a fluffy Hong Kong sponge cake and aromatic Thai tea, then indulge in delicious Chinese dumplings. Relish remarkable pizza crafted with a sauce that takes 4.5 hours to perfect, and visit a century-old shop for exquisite cheeses and Tuscan salami. Conclude your tour with the best cannoli in Little Italy, a testament to the rich food culture that has been cherished in my family for generations.

- Explore five iconic culinary spots in Chinatown and Little Italy
- Taste traditional dishes, including dumplings and pizza
- Experience family-owned shops with rich histories
- Finish with a sweet treat: the best cannoli in Little Italy
- Get to know the neighborhood, its characters, and have fun!

What's Included

  • Meals We stop at the 5 best Mom & Pop shops in Chinatown and LIttle Italy for a sponge cake with tea, 4 dumplings, a gourmet pizza slice, a soft drink, cheeses, a cannoli.

    Meeting Location

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    Baxter Street
    New York, NY 10013, USA

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    End point

    Grand Street
    New York, NY 10013, USA

    We finish 2 blocks from the starting point at Ferrara's Bakery on Grand Street.

    What To Expect

    Columbus Park

    We pass through the lovely Columbus Park located in the former legendary five points area as can be seein in Martin Scorcese's Gangs of New York.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Little Italy (Pass By)

    We walk through the historic streets of Little Italy and see the quaint shops and hear the Italian music emanating from the restaurants (We also pass a large novelty cannoli!)
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    Chinatown (Pass By)

    We walk through Chinatown and visit the historic Doyers Street, which has a colorfully painted street and is dotted with delightful shops and places to eat
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mom and Pop Food Tour in Chinatown and Little Italy?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-5601150P3

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    • MealsWe stop at the 5 best Mom & Pop shops in Chinatown and LIttle Italy for a sponge cake with tea, 4 dumplings, a gourmet pizza slice, a soft drink, cheeses, a cannoli.

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).

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