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Lower East Side Food Tour Essentials

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Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English
Guru: Scott
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Registered on 26 April 2024
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Practicing artist, student of tech and computer art. Have lived in New York for going on 8 years. I love how I keep finding cool treasures in the city. I’m from Texas. I have been giving tours of art and architecture for 10 years, working at modern art museums as well as New York City guided tours.
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Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Join us on this downtown food tour where we visit the historic Lower East Side with vestiges of its strong immigrant history from Jewish, Polish,  Italian,  Chinese and Mexican - LES represents.  Each stop allows affordable options starting from $2-5 with many things being shareable.   You will also learn about other famous eateries in the area, both old and new and the rich history of the neighborhood.  Currently hipster central - the neighborhood is chock full of thrift stores, cool shops and murals. 

We will try foods specific to New York starting with the Knish, a classic jewish potato dish eaten with mustard.   We will see  historic Russ and Daughters where you will have the chance to have bagels or bailys or go all the way with some salmon.  We will also pass by the famous Katz’s deli.   

Next up, early dessert, sampling gelato at one of the best gelatarias in the city with some interesting rotating flavors like cheddar cheese, red bean, and avocado as well as the classics like coconut, chocolate and pistachio as well as sorbet. 

Stops include:  Yonah Schimmels knish shop, Il laboratorio Gelato, Trapizzino’s, Vanessa’s Dumplings, Donut Plant and other surprises along the way including Mexican tamales. 

 We will make stops at different vendors with a focus on smaller  affordable hand foods.  All stops will have vegetarian options.   Some food sample examples include  an order of dumplings in Chinatown for $5, a small gelato with 2 flavors $6, a baily at Russ and Daughters for $2, a chicken mole tamale for $5, rissoto balls for $5.  $20-25 would provide you with a good sample of different treats in the area.  Ideally bring friends for sharing!  Food cost is not provided with the tour.

Come Hungry!


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
137 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002, USA
Meet outside Yonah Schimmles Knish Shop !
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Outside visit
Yonah Schimmel's Knish Bakery
The knish is a New York super food which is essentially a mashed potato in a crust! (traditionally eaten with mustard)
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Outside visit
Russ & Daughters houston
This century old Jewish deli specializes in lochs and bagels. Suggested samples include : bagels, bailys, and herring salad in dill sauce.
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Free entry
Katz's Delicatessen
The king of the pastrami and brisket sandwich, this legendary Jewish deli also offers potato pancakes and pickles! Larger groups will be able to share one of the oversized sandwiches.
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
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