Dante, the tour director, was charming, funny, and engaged with all of us. We had a couple from London, two from Glasgow, two from Ohio, my stepmother (85 years old and has lived in Manhattan since 1959), and two of us from Dallas. In minutes, Dante was able to bring us all together as a cohesive group. The history comments were so interesting and Dante’s knowledge of the area was extensive.
Oh, and the food stops were fabulous. NY bagels, NY pizza, a touch of Greek, Belgian frites (fries), gourmet pizza at another shop and ended with amazing cupcakes. Dante handles all of the food tastings but you’re responsible for your own drinks.
I would certainly take this tour again and bring more friends and family.
Or I maybe sneak away and do the tour again on my own!