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New York City Business Spotlight: Chinatown & Little Italy Food Fest Shops & Restaurants

April 24, 2020

On Ahoy New York’s Chinatown and Little Italy Food Fest, you can sample some of the best Chinatown and Little Italy have to offer with everything from juicy dumplings to a can’t miss cannoli. But we could not do it without our tour partners so in this New York City business spotlight, we want to…

New York City Business Spotlight

8 Fun Things to Do While Staying at Home

April 13, 2020

Bored at home while maintaining social distancing? Sometimes you need something to distract you from everyday life so here are eight fun things to do while staying at home. There are a lot of great options that are even free! Plan a Board Game Night

Fun Things to Do in NYC

Ahoy NY Meal Kits – Little Italy Delivered Right to Your Doorstep!

April 6, 2020

Ahoy fellow foodies, We hope you and your families are all doing well. Right about now you are probably daydreaming about things to do while you are safely tucked away in your homes. Maybe you’re even dreaming of NYC and it’s tasty cuisine! Well, now you can bring one of TripAdvisor’s top 10 food experiences…

Ahoy New York Food Tours Update

NYC Foodie Link Roundup: How to Help Small Businesses in Chinatown & Little Italy and More

March 27, 2020

We hope everyone is safe and maintaining social distancing. All of us at Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting can’t wait to show you all the foodie ins and outs of Chinatown, Little Italy and Nolita once again! In this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup, we look at ways to help small businesses in Chinatown…

NYC Foodie Link Roundup

Let’s Stay Safe—and Save 30%

March 16, 2020

Dear Ahoy New York Tours and Tasting friends, In order to keep our customers and staff safe, we are closed until March 31, 2020. In the meanwhile, we will keep in touch! We hope you are staying healthy and safe. If you have tour tickets during these two weeks, please email [email protected] and we can…

Ahoy New York Food Tours Update

NYC Foodie Link Roundup: Recommendations on Where to Eat in New York City & More!

March 6, 2020

We are excited that winter is almost over which means it is the perfect time to dine out and try new restaurants in New York City. So in this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup, we look at some good recommendations on where to eat in New York City and more! Where to Eat in Manhattan’s…

NYC Foodie Link Roundup

The Seven Best Restaurants Near Times Square, New York City

February 28, 2020

Times Square is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Looking for where to eat nearby? With everything from the best pizza in NYC to hidden gems off the beaten path, here are the seven best restaurants near Times Square, New York City. Burger & Lobster – 132 W 43rd St

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Staff Picks: Where to Eat in Manhattan’s Chinatown

February 21, 2020

Chinatown is a great and diverse foodie destination, so Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting is saddened to hear that many restaurants and shops have been negatively affected by fear of the Coronavirus. NYC has not had any confirmed cases of Coronavirus and all of the neighborhoods in the vicinity of Chinatown as well are…

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The 7 Best Tabletop Grilling and Hotpot Restaurants in New York City

February 14, 2020

Tabletop grilling and hotpot is a lot of fun with friends and family and it is especially great in the colder months. With that in mind, here are the seven best tabletop grilling and hotpots restaurants in New York City. 99 Favor Taste – 285 Grand St & Other Locations

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NYC Foodie Link Roundup: Exploring the Many Chinatowns in New York City & More!

February 7, 2020

We can’t believe it is February already and we are looking forward to an early spring! In this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup, we look at the best bagels, the origins of the big apple, explore the many Chinatowns in New York City and more. Your Guide to Many Major Dates and Events in New…

NYC Foodie Link Roundup

Cheap Eats: The Best Tacos in New York City for Under $5

January 31, 2020

We absolutely love tacos because they can pack a ton of flavor with just a little bite. So here are our cheap eats picks for the best tacos in New York City for under $5. Be sure to check out our other cheap eats blog posts including the best brunch for under $15 and the…

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The 7 Best Shanghai Restaurants in Chinatown, New York City

January 24, 2020

Shanghai Cafe Deluxe Shanghai Soup Dumplings

If you are craving xiao long bao (as known as Shanghai soup dumplings or buns) or Shanghai lo mein, you are in luck! There are more options for Shanghainese cuisine than ever before! Here are our picks for the 7 best Shanghai restaurants in Chinatown, New York City. Best of all, you can easily get…

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Everything You Need to Know about Celebrating Chinese New Year in New York City

January 13, 2020

Chinese New Year also known as the Lunar New Year begins on Friday, February 12, 2021 and it is a very exciting time to be in Chinatown. It is the year of the ox and it is going to be a festive weekend. Here is our guide with everything that you need to know about…

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The 7 Best Restaurants for NYC Restaurant Week, Winter 2020

January 10, 2020

New York City Restaurant Week is back on January 21 and ends on February 9. You can’t beat lunch for $26 and dinner for $42 at some of the best restaurants in NYC. So with that in mind, here are our picks for the 7 best restaurants for NYC Restaurant Week, winter 2020. There is…

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NYC Foodie Link Roundup: Fun Things to Do in New York City in 2020 & More!

January 3, 2020

Happy New Year! Our top New Year’s resolutions are to explore New York City and to try more delicious foods! So in this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup, we look at fun things to do in New York City in 2020, where to eat and more. The Most Hotly Anticipated Restaurants Opening In NYC in…

NYC Foodie Link Roundup

Thank You For Helping Us Celebrate Ahoy New York’s 10th Anniversary!

December 27, 2019

2019 was an exciting year for us! It was Ahoy New York’s 10th Anniversary… time really flies! It feels like yesterday when Alana Hoye Barnaba (founder and owner of Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting) was just showing her friends and family her amazing finds in Chinatown and Little Italy and now 2019 is Ahoy…

Our 10th Anniversary

7 Things to Look Forward to in New York City in 2020

December 20, 2019

With Hudson Yards, the new Essex Market and Market Line opening, 2019 was an exciting year for foodies! As the year comes to a close, we look into the future. Here are seven things to look forward to in New York City in 2020. Museum of Ice Cream

Fun Things to Do in NYC

Seven Fun Things to Do in New York City During Christmas Week

December 13, 2019

Bryant Park Holiday Market Chocolate Shop

Christmas is just days away! Looking to get into the festive mood on Christmas week? Whether you are visiting for the first time or a local, here are seven fun things to do in New York City during Christmas Week. Visit the Rockefeller Christmas Tree

Fun Things to Do in NYC

Holiday Gift Guide for Foodies in New York City

December 6, 2019

Looking for that perfect gift this holiday season? We are here to help! With everything from amazing cheeses to some yummy sweet treats, here is our holiday gift guide for foodies in New York City. Cheese from the French Cheese Board French Cheese Board SoHo

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NYC Foodie Link Roundup: Best Brunch Spots, Holiday Gift Ideas & More!

November 29, 2019

We can’t believe that 2019 is almost over! Time really flies. In this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup, we take a look at the best brunch spots in New York City, holiday gift ideas and more! The 12 Hottest Brunch Restaurants in NYC We look forward to Sunday brunch every week! We just can’t get…

NYC Foodie Link Roundup