The United Kitchens: Going Deep in the Borough of Global Eats
From$175
5 hours
Max 7 people
Flushing, USA
About this activity
On this full-day Queens food tour, we’ll visit Corona and Elmhurst, two of the boroughs more diverse neighborhoods where we will sample more than a dozen specialties of Latin America, Southeast Asia and more.
Highlights
- Culinary walking tour
- Visit to Corona Neighborhood
- Visit to Elmhurst Neighborhood
- Taste of South American Specialties
- Taste of Asian Specialties
Full description
The largest of New York’s five boroughs, Queens is the home of over two million people, half of them born outside the United States, speaking more than 150 different languages. It’s also home to countless immigrant stories of the most classic kind: a newcomer arrives and sets up shop – or, more frequently, cart – selling the food of his or her homeland as the first step towards making it in America. As a result, for the culinary explorer, Queens is truly the promised land. On this deep dive into Queens, we’ll visit several neighborhoods that have managed to stay under the radar. We’ll start our day off in bustling Corona Plaza, with a visit to a family-run Mexican bakery. From there we will be ducking into markets and stopping by vendors representing Mexico, Ecuador and Argentina. We'll also head over to Elmhurst, home to a number of immigrant communities from throughout Asia.
We’ll end our Queens food tour at a neighborhood cafe – part of a local mini-chain opened by an immigrant family from Taiwan – that specializes in desserts made from the intriguing durian fruit, for an end of the day sweet and another reminder that what has always made America great is the ability for anyone from anywhere to come here and make a successful new start.
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour through Plaka and Anafiotika neighborhoods
- Tastings of traditional Greek dishes and local specialties
- Wine tasting featuring small Greek producers
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Meeting point
Start Location
103-14 Roosevelt Avenue, 103-14 Roosevelt Ave, New York, US
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; proficiency is recommended.
- Some stops may not be suitable for individuals with mobility impairments due to stairs and uneven terrain.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the cobblestone streets.
- Bring a light jacket or sweater as evenings can be cool.
- Ensure you have a valid ID if you plan to participate in wine tasting.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
More than one week before the beginning of the activity: 90% Refund Less than one week before the beginning of the activity: 50% Refund Less than 72 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: No Refund