Foods of NY Tours Chelsea Market Food Tour & High Line Park
Description
THE ULTIMATE FOOD PARADISE: Become a Chelsea Market Insider serving up 8 separate tastings! Embark on an enticing food tour with Food Of NY Tours, the pioneers of NYC food tours since 1999, as we uncover the secrets and stories of one of the greatest indoor food markets. Discover the birthplace of the Oreo cookie and savor artisanal delights on our tasting tour. Join us as we explore Chelsea Market, visiting a variety of top vendors and sharing their fascinating beginnings. Afterward, enjoy a leisurely walk on the High Line*, NYC’s elevated park, and hear tales of its history serving West Side factories. Wander through the Meatpacking District, understanding its transformation from “not” to “hot.” Immerse yourself in a flavorful journey through history and innovation!
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Join us as we reveal the secrets and uniqueness of one of the greatest indoor food markets. Discover why the OREO COOKIE was invented in this building in 1912. Enjoy artisanal foods including; an artisanal NY hot dog from Dickson’s, Sicilian Pizza from Filaga, NY State Cheeses from Saxelby’s, a delicious Italian Crostata from Buon Italia, a Japanese inspired Taco from Takumi Taco, Buttermilk Biscuit and Homemade Jam from Sarabeth’s, Gelato from L’arte Del Gelato, and always something special from Chelsea Market Baskets. (Tastings are subject to change)
Learn how Amy started her business and became a NYC institution. Tasting: Pistachio Twist.
Gourmet Italian grocer. Tasting: Hot Zucchini Crostada.
Neighborhood butcher shop offering artisanal meats and house-made charcuterie. All meat is sourced from small, family farms in upstate New York that are carefully handpicked for their humanely-raised, high-quality animals. Tasting: Award-winning hot dog, made in house. Seated tasting.
Cheese shop that supports sustainable, regenerative agriculture, bolstering rural economies, and the American artisanal cheese-making. Tasting: 5-vault cheddar with sun-dried fig.
Showcasing a collection of high-quality gift-worthy items, many of which made right here in New York. Tasting: Leonidas bonbon.
Serving Japanese-Mexican fusion. Tasting: Japanese beef curry taco. $7 Drinks available for purchase.
Authentic Sicilian pizzeria, characterized by its square shape. Tasting: Buffalina pizza.
Learn about the last of the Meatpacking District’s working butchers while learning about the nightlife revolution of this not-to-hot neighborhood.
You'll take a guided walk on the HIGH LINE for three blocks, NYC’s elevated outdoor park. You’ll love hearing tales of the High Line trains that once served the butchers below the tracks and local industries, local building architecture and it's fashion scene, the Titanic and see the newly built Little Island.
Homemade, all-natural, traditional gelato. Tasting: 1 scoop of gelato.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We are only able to provide vegetarian and nut-free substitutions. We cannot accommodate vegan, gluten free, or other specific food allergies.
- Please mention in the booking notes any dietary restrictions, including meat restrictions or nut allergies.
- Please contact our office directly for any other questions related to dietary restrictions.