New York for foodies

By Courier Travel

April 25 2017, 10:44am

Take a bite out of the Big Apple this spring as we take a look at New York’s delicious range of tours and eateries for food lovers.

It’s not all hot dogs and pretzels, you know! New York has some serious dining options for discerning holidaymakers with a palate for good food.

Once you land in the city that never sleeps, book yourself onto a fun food tour which will let you eat your way through some of New York’s most famous neighbourhoods.

You can sample mouth-watering dishes in Little Italy, Chinatown and SoHo accompanied by an expert guide.

To satisfy your appetite you can munch on authentic NY cuisine as you learn about the history and fascinating tales behind these three districts as well as enjoying an informative journey into New York’s culinary culture.

Brooklyn for foodies half day tour from £101

Brooklyn – one of New York’s hippest boroughs is one neighbourhood not to be missed if you want to eat like a local. Visitors can hook up with like-minded foodies to learn about the culture and culinary hotspots of Brooklyn too.

Cupcakes, Cookies & Gelato, New York Dessert Tour from £41

For those of you with a sweet tooth and a penchant for decadent treats, there’s even a dessert walking tour of NY, which kicks off at Union Square for a two-hour journey through the best bakeries and ice-cream parlours. You can even design your own cupcake and watch your creation being made (and yes, you can eat it afterwards!)

New York Deep Dish Pizza Cookery Class with Lunch from £28

These fun, cookery classes and demonstrations are becoming popular in the city, especially if you have kids in tow and if you fancy a PIZZA the action of a real New York kitchen, get your apron on and take part in a Deep Dish Cookery class at one of America’s iconic pizzerias.

UNO Pizzeria & Grill introduced the deep dish pizza over 70 years ago in Chicago and their restaurants are now hugely popular across the USA. Now, tourists and locals alike can join in the fun as expert UNO chefs show you how to create the perfect pizza.

The classes are usually on in the mornings so you won’t be slaving away over a hot stove all day and you’ve still plenty of time to enjoy the rest of the city. You might need a good walk after this to burn off all that pizza!

Empire State Dining Experience with Top Deck Express Pass from £121

If food is still a big part of your itinerary but you want to tick off some famous sights too, then we’ve got just the ticket. Book onto the fabulous Empire State Dining Experience which includes express, skip the queue passes for the Observatory Deck, where you can take in the breath-taking views of New York then top off your visit with a delicious dinner at STATE Grill & Bar.

If your dollars are burning a hole in your pocket and you’re looking for somewhere really special to eat, there are lots of glitzy, high end places who will happily take your cash so if fine dining is on the menu for your trip to New York, there are plenty of upmarket eateries to indulge in some exquisite food and wine.

There also some bucket list restaurants which are iconic New York institutions and simply must be visited – especially if it’s your first time.

The Russian Tea Room Dining Experience from £49

And no trip to Manhattan would be complete without a trip to The Russian Tea Room. Step back in time and revel in old world elegance of the 1920s. You’ll be rubbing shoulders with the who’s who of Manhattan and this famous restaurant is really handy for a pre-theatre dinner if you’re taking in a show at nearby Carnegie Hall.

Now that your mouth is watering at the thought of all this fabulous food, let’s get you to NYC. We’ve teamed up with the travel social network talkholiday to bring you some of the best travel deals around.