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The Seven Best Ice Cream Shops in Chinatown, New York City

Craving some ice cream? You know we are! You may be surprised to find that Chinatown is the place to be for these sweet treats. There are so many interesting ice cream shops scattered throughout the neighborhood. So with everything from durian ice cream to towering egg waffle sundaes, here are the seven best ice…

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June 21, 2019

Meet the Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting’s Staff: Alex

Hello, my name is Alex and I am a tour guide with Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting. We are celebrating our 10th year in business and I feel so lucky every time I have the privilege of guiding our guests through New York City. I truly enjoy talking about the history and sharing my…

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June 14, 2019

What to Do and Where to Eat in New York City for the Fourth of July

Making July 4th plans? You have come to the right place! Here is our guide with what to do and where to eat in New York City for the Fourth of July. Fun times and good food awaits! What to Do? Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest has…

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June 7, 2019

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

Happy June! We can’t believe that summer is here (summer officially starts on June 21). We definitely want to take advantage of the good weather so in this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup we look at fun things to do in New York City this summer and more! Where to Eat Well in NYC’s Little…

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May 31, 2019

7 New Restaurants to Try in New York City This Spring and Summer

Every year a bunch of exciting restaurants open in New York City around the spring and summer time and 2019 is no different. More choices are always a good thing! So with that in mind, here are seven new restaurants to try in New York City this spring and summer. Mercado Little Spain – 10…

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May 17, 2019

Seven Fun Foodie Things to Do in New York City

If you are a foodie, New York City is the place to be! There are so many yummy things to try and so many exciting places to visit. So with that in mind, here are seven fun foodie things to do in New York City. Explore Smorgasburg WTC and Other Outdoor Food Markets One of…

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May 10, 2019

Cheap Eats: Where to Eat in the Lower East Side, New York City

The Lower East Side has been an exciting foodie destination for quite some time now. We love its diversity of food options. So with that in mind, here are our cheap eats picks on where to eat in the Lower East Side, New York City. Be sure to check out our other cheap eats posts:…

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May 3, 2019

NYC Foodie Link Roundup: Where to Eat in New York City This Spring & More!

Spring is easily our favorite time of the year and it is also a great time to find new exciting restaurants to try. So in this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup we take a look at where to eat in New York City this spring and more! How to Fix Your Country Food Cravings in…

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April 26, 2019

Mother’s Day and Father’s Day Foodie Gift Ideas in New York City

Mother’s Day is May 12 and Father’s Day is June 16 this year. You will likely need reservations to get into some of the more popular restaurants and events around New York City so it is never too early to start planning. So here are our Mother’s Day and Father’s Day foodie gift ideas in…

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April 19, 2019

Meet the Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting’s Staff: Alana

Hello! My name is Alana, and I am the founder of Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting. I cannot believe that it has been ten years since I started “Ahoy”! A passion of discovering NYC food and history has morphed into a successful business. I am so proud of our team and our hard work….

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March 22, 2019

Meet the Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting’s Staff: Maryana

Hello! My name is Maryana, and I’m a tour guide with Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting. I’ve been feeding travelers and dropping knowledge with Ahoy for a year, and every tour brings the excitement of bonding over food and history! Happy decade-adversary Ahoy! It’s amazing to see how the company has grown in 10…

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March 15, 2019

Meet the Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting’s Staff: Liz

Hi, my name is Elizabeth, but everyone calls me Liz! I am the lead tour guide for Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting, as well as the operations manager, helping to run the day to day aspects of the business. I’ve been working for Ahoy New York since October 2013 and the phrase “time flies…

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March 8, 2019

Meet the Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting’s Staff: Ray

Hi my name is Ray and I am the marketing manager for Ahoy New York Tours and Tasting. I also manage Ahoy New York’s social media accounts and write for their blog. I’ve been working for Ahoy New York since October 2011! I want to say congratulations to Ahoy New York for its 10th year…

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March 1, 2019

2019 is Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting’s 10th Anniversary

Time flies especially when you are having fun and eating delicious foods! We still can’t believe 2019 is Ahoy New York Tours and Tasting’s 10th anniversary. Alana started showing visitors and locals alike the in and outs of Chinatown and Little Italy in 2009. Today, the Ahoy New York family has grown to include awesome…

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February 22, 2019

Cheap Eats: The Best Food in Chinatown, New York City for Under $10

Chinatown is still the go to spot for lunch or dinner that won’t break the bank. Here are our cheap eats picks for the best food in Chinatown, New York City for under $10. You can get delicious dumplings, bahn mi sandwiches, roast pork buns and more! Also check out our cheap eat blog post…

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February 15, 2019

The Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Chinatown, New York City

Chinatown has always been known as a great cheap eats destination but lately there has been a lot of fine dining options too! So with that in mind, here are our picks for the best fine dining restaurants in Chinatown, New York City. These are our go to restaurants for special occasions like Valentine’s Day!…

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February 1, 2019

The 7 Best Deals for NYC Restaurant Week, Winter 2019

During NYC Restaurant Week you can get lunch for $26 and dinner for $42 at some of the best restaurants in New York City! It starts on January 21 and ends on February 8 this winter. It’s also happening at the same time Broadway Week is taking place. You can get 2 for 1 Broadway…

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January 18, 2019

Cheap Eats: The Best Fried Chicken in New York City for Under $10

Whether you are craving classic crispy Southern fried chicken or maybe delicious Korean fried chicken, you can get some really good chicken in New York City! So with that in mind, here are our cheap eat picks for the best fried chicken in New York City for under $10. Also check out our other cheap…

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January 11, 2019

7 Fun Things to Look Forward to in New York City in 2019

Happy New Year! 2019 is already shaping to be another exciting year in New York City especially if you are a foodie! Here are seven fun things to look forward to in New York City in 2019. NYC Broadway Week & NYC Restaurant Week New York City Broadway Week is January 21 to February 10…

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December 28, 2018

The Seven Best Restaurants in New York City for Dining Solo

There are a lot of advantages for dining alone! Sometimes you just need some peace and quiet; sometimes it is just easier to get a table at a busy restaurant. So whether you are look for a quick lunch or a nice dinner, here are the seven best restaurants in New York City for dining…

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December 21, 2018