PRIVATE LOWER EAST SIDE FOOD TOUR
Come explore the neighborhood where struggling immigrant groups settled right off the boat. Here you can find historic Synagogues next to Mom and Pop shops, tenement apartments amongst luxury high rise condos. Come taste the flavor of the many ethnic groups that made this part of Manhattan so special. Foods that started on the pushcart graduating to the store front and Essex Market. The Lower East Side is known for its blend of cultural diversity and rich history. It’s also known for its great food. Come taste the flavors of the past that are still wonderful today. This tour highlights history of these food establishments and other historical buildings in the area.
*Price of tour does not include food. We feel that why pay for a food tour that includes food you might not be interested in eating. This way you pay for what you want to sample and you can share the food. It is recommended to bring cash. Some eateries do not accept credit cards and they might have a minimum to put on charge card. Tastings range from $1.00 to $5.00 per tasting.
SITES AND TASTINGS:
(some places are closed on certain days)
- Yonah Schimmel Knish
- Economy Candy – an old fashioned candy store
- The Pickle Guys (closed Saturday)
- Kossars Bialys -Bagels and Pletzel
- Doughnut Plant – home of the square doughnut
- Katz’s Deli – we do not go inside if too crowded.
- Russ and Daughters
WHERE AND WHEN:
Meet up location steps of Sara D. Roosevelt Park on E. Houston between Forsythe and Chrystie St.. We do not end where we start.
Duration | 2 hours 30 min.
Activity Level | Moderate
PRIVATE TOUR: $225.00 FROM 1-10 PEOPLE:
*Price of food is not included in tour price
Gratuities are greatly appreciated.
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