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Brian, an
avid supporter of foodseller rights, shares facts about the difficult legal landscape street vendors navigate in order to operate.
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New York, New York
DURATION:
2 hours long
PEOPLE:
for 1 - 12 people
TAGS:
Food & Wine, Urban, Leisure/Getaway, Off the Beaten Path, food, Food cart, Lower Manhattan
Discover NY's Best Curbside Kitchen's
Join us for a strolling lunch in Lower Manhattan to sample an international buffet of offerings, observe the constructive genius that cram full kitchens into improbably small carts, and hear the stories of their proprietors--from struggling immigrants to culinary school drop-outs, to former 4-star restaurant chefs. Along the way, learn about the history of the neighborhood, the history of lunch, and the challenges of running these thriving but feverishly demanding small businesses.
For: Anyone who enjoys a diverse array of cuisines, is interested in getting an inside look at the mobile food vending industry, and wants to learn more about activating public space in New York City.
Cost Includes:
6 tastings (you'll be full), your food cart expert guide, map of the neighborhood, and water.
Reviews
Delicious global cuisine that fills your belly and your soul!
A tour for New Yorkers and tourists alike! I've lived in NYC for a decade and hands down, it was the best sampling of almost-home cooked authentic food, served piping hot, with a story and a smile. Brian, the Tour Guide, knew all of the vendors by name, how long they've been in business, the secret sauces and the politics of the street vendor industry, in addition to random historical facts about the taverns and cobblestone streets. I am vegetarian and loved the fact that Urban Oyster could cater to my dietary needs. From crisp falafal to Grandma's pizza to korean tacos and wrapping up with the waffles, be sure to go on an empty stomach. There's something for everyone (and probably the best thing about the Financial District!)
