The United Kitchens in the Borough of Global Eats with Culinary Backstreets in New York City booking from $150.00

The United Kitchens in the Borough of Global Eats with Culinary Backstreets

Overview

We’ll start our day off in bustling Corona Plaza, in the shadow of the elevated tracks of the 7 train, for a visit to a family-run Mexican bakery and, not far away, a taste of handmade tortillas and, on the weekends, pit-roasted goat. Also near the plaza, we’ll stop into a small bakery and café, owned by an immigrant who got his start toiling in the back kitchens of Manhattan restaurants, for a traditional cemita, the behemoth sandwich that’s the pride and joy of Puebla, Mexico. From there our walk will continue along Roosevelt Avenue, the area’s main artery and Queens’s own version of the Pan-American Highway, ducking into markets and stopping by vendors representing Mexico, Ecuador and Argentina. On a side street, we’ll drop by a Colombian “fast food” joint for that country’s almost surreal take on the New York hot dog, with topping options that include cheese, ham, bacon, eggs, pineapple and crushed potato chips. We’ll end our Queens food tour at a neighborhood café.

City: New York City

Mon 23 Dec

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What's Included

Lunch

Snacks

Breakfast

Coffee and/or Tea

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (15)

AlanD350

Oct 2022

We just got back from the United Kitchens tour and it was wonderful!! Our guide, Sierra, was knowledgeable, good-humored, knew all the vendors well, and expert at shepherding our group through the very crowded streets. I am a life-long New Yorker, lived in Queens when I was young, and have spent a lot of time there since. But I saw many new sides of my city. Sierra was expert at explaining the demographics and history of the neighborhoods we walked through. And we visited religious goods stores that had little or nothing to do with food, but along with Sierra's respectful explanation, gave us insight to the spiritual lives of the communities we passed through. And the food! So delicious! The best tortillas and samosas I have every had. Sierra's pacing was perfect, so we were able to go the distance. I highly recommend this tour and this guide.

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thank you so much for you kind and thoughtful review! We are delighted to know that you enjoyed your tour with Sierra, one of the best! Sierra is an expert, and we are lucky to have him on tour team! You can check out your Culinary Backstreets Passport on our website to see the stamps you have collected. We hope to see you again soon in one of our cities.

TravlFn

Oct 2022

It was great to eat delicious food from so many countries while also learning about the neighborhood and the neighbors. Esneider was a fabulous guide. We can’t wait to return to Queens to eat and explore.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thanks! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the walk. We take pride in working with people who are very knowledgeable about and extremely fond of the cities they live in. You can check out your Culinary Backstreets Passport on our website to see the stamps you have collected. We hope to see you again soon in one of our cities.

Traveltimer456

Sep 2022

Esneider, our guide, was relaxed, friendly and wove in geopolitical history and its impacts on Jackson Heights and the food we tasted throughout this delicious tour. Highly recommend.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Thank you! We are glad to see that you enjoyed the tour with Esneider. He is wonderful! You can check out your Culinary Backstreets Passport on our website to see the stamps you have collected. We hope to see you again soon in one of our cities.

The United Kitchens in the Borough of Global Eats with Culinary Backstreets

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