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There is no shortage of options for dessert in New York City. In particular, there is a number of excellent desserts that you can find in Chinatown and Little Italy such as Asian-inspired ice creams and tasty cannoli. So here are the seven best dessert spots in these two neighborhoods. Make sure you save room…

Little Italy is one of the more fascinating neighborhoods in New York City and it has changed so much in the last few years. In addition, if you are a foodie, you are in luck! Food is a huge part of Italian culture and Little Italy. So without further ado, here are the top seven…

Whether you are visiting Chinatown and Little Italy for a just day or whether you are a local checking out new neighborhoods, there are a lot of great options for food here. Even with a budget, you can try some of the most popular restaurants and some of the most popular dishes both neighborhoods have…

There are a ton of pizzerias in New York City and in fact there are a bunch of pizzerias in Little Italy alone. Margherita NYC (197 Grand St) in the heart of Little Italy (located two storefronts from Ferrara’s Bakery) is still a relative newcomer to the neighborhood but yet they have created a buzz…

Are you looking to shake things up? Maybe you are looking for new places to eat in New York City. Here are some exciting, new restaurants in Chinatown and Little Italy. With all the restaurant openings in the last few months, it is truly a great time to be a foodie in both neighborhoods! Round K Cafe – 99 Allen St Round K Cafe has quite the buzz behind it. First it is a great place to pick up a top notch cup of coffee but they also have a full menu filled with yummy Korean dishes like tofu and kimichi. Their lunch sets are quite the wonder to behold and they are almost too pretty to eat. Genuine Superette – 191 Grand St We just know that Genuine Superette is going to be one of our go to lunch…

It just so happens that New York City is home to a number of good Italian food shops. You really can’t have an Italian meal without pasta. We love, love pasta and we especially love fresh pasta! So with that in mind, here are the best Italian fresh pasta shops in New York City. Piemonte…

There are hundreds of pizzerias in New York City and everyone has their favorite. Our favorite pizzeria is a bit off the radar but it is also somewhat of a neighborhood favorite. That pizzeria is Grand Appetito in Little Italy. Grand Appetito was founded in 2012 by the owner’s cousin Angelo who arrived from Palermo, Italy. He helped shape the pizzeria’s recipes and shaped their desire to use quality Italian ingredients perhaps most importantly fresh mozzarella. You can’t go wrong with any their pizzas off their menu or their pizzas ready for those on the go but one pizza that does stand out is their “grandma’s pie” (which you can try on our tour of Little Italy & Chinatown). It is best enjoy piping hot, right out of the oven and trust us it is pure bliss with every bite….

Chinatown and Little Italy are two unique and historical neighborhoods in New York City so it is no surprise to see either as popular filming locations. It is always a lot of fun to visit some of the iconic locations you see in your favorite films so from classic mobster flicks to superhero blockbusters, here…

For a New York City neighborhood that is only a few blocks long, Little Italy draws visitors from all around the world, not only during the summer but all year round. The history, the food and the shops are all appealing. In fact, several of the shops and restaurants in the neighborhood have been in…

Walk around Chinatown and Little Italy and you will see both have undergone a lot of changes that last two years or so. Among the changes, new restaurants are seemingly popping up every month. So from buzzworthy breakfast spots to local burger joints, here is a bunch of exciting, new restaurants in Chinatown and Little…

“Where can we shop in Chinatown and Little Italy?” This is a question that we are often asked on our food walking tours NYC. Chinatown and Little Italy are sometimes neighborhoods that are underrated as shopping destinations but we want to clear the air and share with you some great shopping gems. These neighborhoods have…

Di Palo’s Fine Foods (200 Grand St) is a traditional Italian specialty store located in the historic Manhattan neighborhood, Little Italy. It is a blast from the past and is run by the fourth generation of the Di Palo family. When visiting New York City you will find that shops such as this one are…

Ferrara Bakery & Café (195 Grand St) is America’s first espresso bar and they have been serving scrumptious Italian pastries and desserts since 1892. Hungry visitors from all around the world visit Ferrara’s every year. In fact, they are probably one of the most renowned and popular food spots in Little Italy. It will only…

Chinatown and Little Italy are great foodie neighborhoods in New York City, if you know where to look. So here is our list of the best places in eat in Chinatown and Little Italy. There are some popular hotspots, hidden gems and neighborhood favorites. Chinatown: Tasty Dumpling – 54 Mulberry St There are a lot…

Alleva Dairy (188 Grand St) in Little Italy is the oldest Italian cheese shop in the United States. They make their cheese the same way they did over 100 years ago and it has been family owned all these years. Bob Alleva is the 4th generation to run this store and his son John helps…

While we can’t say that these are the healthiest of dishes, they certainly are satisfying and are sure to put a smile on your face. Here are Ahoy New York’s top six guilty pleasure foods. Landhaus’ Grilled Maple Bacon Sticks – At the SmorgasBar & Other Locations The sizzle, the smell, the salty, smoky goodness……

Looking for the right cheese can truly be an adventure. For cheese lovers and foodies, a good cheese monger can be a guide to this vast world and of course a good cheese shop is something to really treasure. Here are Ahoy New York’s top six cheese shops in New York City. Di Palo’s Fine…

Let’s be honest, who doesn’t have a bit of a sweet tooth? Here are some of the best candy stores in New York City. Gummy bears? M&M’s? Perhaps some Bit O’ Honey? No matter what your favorite candy is the odds are at least one of these shops has some of your preferred tasty sweet treats. Dylan’s Candy Bar – 1011 3rd Ave Dylan’s Candy Bar is the mecca of all candy stores with two floors of sweets of all sorts. It has often been described as a miniature Willy Wonka’s Factory in the middle of New York City. It will bring out the kid in all of us and it is really hard to leave this place empty handed. Economy Candy Market – 108 Rivington St Economy Candy is the go to place in New York City to find…

Christmas is right around the corner and if you still have not started your holiday shopping, we are here to help! Here are some holiday gift ideas for foodies in New York City (or foodies planning to visit New York City). Ahoy New York Food Tour Gift Certificates Ahoy New York Tours and Tasting has…

Craving a cannoli? Here is a list of our top five Italian cafes and pastry shops in New York City for all those who have a bit of sweet tooth. We feature one of these great locations on our food and walking tours of Little Italy and Chinatown. Ferrara Bakery and Cafe – 195 Grand…