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New York Culinary Tours: Review
See and taste New York City's many flavors on these private walking tours

About.com Rating 4.5

By Heather Cross, About.com

Do you wish you had a friend in New York City who would lead you through New York City's neighborhoods, sharing culinary tips and delicious discoveries with you? Naomi Schwarzbaum of New York Culinary Tours is just that person -- her private tours last about four hours and focus on a variety of different New York neighborhoods.

About New York Culinary Tours

For barely more than you'd pay for a large group walking tour, Naomi leads small groups around New York City's many ethnic neighborhoods, giving you a chance to really savor the many tastes and smells of each neighborhood. If you're looking for a great gift idea for an adventurous friend, or a way to entertain guests or family from out of town, Naomi's tours will enlighten even the most savvy of New Yorkers, as she leads you into markets, shops and food shops throughout the neighborhood. The small group format makes it easy to explore many small neighborhood shops and stop for tastes and purchases throughout the trip. Naomi will even buy produce from street stands, peel it and offer samples of exotic fruits to try that you may never have seen before.

See Pictures from a Little Italy / Chinatown Walking Tour with Naomi

Neighborhoods to Explore with New York Culinary Tours

  • Astoria
  • Chinatown
  • Greenwich Village
  • Hell's Kitchen
  • Jackson Heights
  • Lower East Side
  • SoHo/Little Italy
  • Sunset Park

Essential Information about New York Culinary Tours

  • All New York Culinary Tours are lead by Naomi Schwarzbaum
  • New York Culinary Tours Phone: 212-956-0862, 1-800-ROOTS-36
  • New York Culinary Tours Prices: $72 per person for groups of 1-6; $63 per person for groups of 7-12; prices include tastings throughout tour, as well as lunch
  • New York Culinary Tours Payment: Cash and Major Credit Cards
  • Contact Naomi via phone or email (info@nyculinarytours.com) before your arrival in New York City to book your tour.

Helpful Tips for New York Culinary Tours

  • Wear comfortable shoes -- you'll be walking for several hours.
  • Dress in layers for the weather -- you'll be moving inside and outside throughout the tour, so dress appropriately.
  • Bring an umbrella if the forecast calls for rain.
  • It's a good idea to bring along a backpack or bag to carry your purchases -- there are many opportunities to buy souvenirs and gifts.
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