Ahoy NY Food Tours Blog

If you are anything like us here at Ahoy New York, you are craving for that perfect burger. Luckily, there are a lot of contenders in New York City. Here are some of our favorites and here is our list of the best burgers in New York City. Umami Burger – 432 Sixth Ave &…

Chinatown is truly a great place for a foodie. We have blogged about the best Chinese restaurants in Chinatown a few times already but perhaps you are in the Chinatown area and you are looking for something aside from Chinese or similarly Vietnamese or Thai foods. You may be surprised to find that there are…

July and August are big months for New York City. We have so much to look forward to this summer. There are can’t miss foodie events, free Shakespeare performances, music festivals and more! We have narrowed it down and here is our list of things to do in New York City for summer 2015. Cheesemonger Invitational NYC – June 27 If you love cheese, you can’t miss the Cheesemonger Invitational NYC (4755 27th St, Long Island City). With the price of admission, you can sample all sorts of interesting cheeses from the best cheesemongers in New York City. You are sure to find the perfect bite of cheese here. Shakespeare in the Park Shakespeare in the Park is series of free events spread across the summer months at the The Delacorte Theater in Central Park. It is a great reason…

You are really missing out if you can’t make your way to New York City right now! The weather couldn’t be any better and there is just so much to see and so much to do. This month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup takes a look at can’t miss foodie events, where you can get the…

New York City is home to a number of world class chefs so it is no surprise to see many of them pushing the boundaries and thinking outside the box. This makes for a truly unique food scene. If you know where to look, you can find some unusual but fun, delicious dishes. So with…

If you are looking for a tasty treat on the go, a doughnut will be perfect! It just so happens that there are a lot of great options for doughnuts in New York City. Whether you are looking for a cake doughnut, a light and airy doughnut or a filled doughnut, here are the best…

SoHo is a unique neighborhood that attracts visitors from around the world. It is usually bustling with excitement at almost all hours of the day and almost every day in the calendar. Planning a visit? Here are the top six things to do in SoHo, New York City. Shop along Broadway First and foremost if you love shopping, you will love SoHo. SoHo is one of the premier shopping destinations in New York City. From Armani Exchange to Zara, many of the top clothing companies have a presence here so there is bound to be something for everyone. Most of the shops are clustered on Broadway between Broome St and Houston St and along Spring Street just off Broadway. Also be sure to look around for sample sales! Check out the Pearl River Market One of our favorite shops in…

The weather couldn’t be any nicer in New York City so there is no better time to explore the city! We gathered some of the best articles and blog posts we came across and they are perfect for both locals and visitors. For this month’s NYC Foodie Link Roundup, we take a look at the…

The East Village and specifically one if its main streets, St Mark’s Place is quickly becoming the go to destination for a wide range of exciting and tasty foods. It is in fact one of our favorite neighborhoods in New York City to dine in. With that in mind, here are the best restaurants along St Mark’s Place & the East Village. Caracas Arepa Bar – 93 1/2 E 7th St & Other Locations Arepas are a flatbread commonly used in Venezuelan and Colombian cuisine and they are often used to make sandwiches. Our go to spot for arepas is Caracas Arepa Bar. Grilled chicken, shredded beef and roasted pork shoulder are just a few things you can select for your arepas. All are very good options and we honestly have a hard time picking out a favorite. Also next…

Mother’s Day is May 10th this year which is only a few short days away. Not sure what to buy for your mom, wife, sister or friend? If you are still looking for something special and still looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas in New York City, we are here to help! We especially have…

Whether you are visiting New York City for a few days or just looking for a relaxing day out, New York City parks are unfortunately sometimes overlooked. But there is actually a lot to do and a lot to see in these parks and best of all, most of it is free or it won’t…

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…

New York City is always buzzing with excitement, so we wanted to gather up some of the best articles and blog posts that we could find about New York City and the diverse New York City food scene. You’ll be hearing from us each month as we continue a blog series we call the NYC…

Are you looking for the best meatballs, lobster or maybe rice pudding? We have done our homework and found that there are specialty restaurants here in NYC focusing on only these amazing dishes! This concept has become a very popular trend. Here are the best specialty restaurants (sometimes known as one dish restaurants or single…

Planning a visit to New York City? To be honest, it can be a little overwhelming because there is so much to do and so much to see! To help, here is our guide to the top ten must see places and things to do in New York City. Take advantage of Central Park Central…

March 17th is St Patrick’s Day and it honors the patron saint of Ireland along with Irish history and culture. New York City is one of the best cities in the world to celebrate St Patrick’s Day. From the oldest Irish pub in the city to a huge parade, here is where you can celebrate St Patrick’s Day in New York City. So get ready to have some fun! St Patrick’s Day Parade First and foremost, there is the St Patrick’s Day Parade, the epicenter of the celebration! It runs along 5th Avenue between 44th Street and 79th Street. There will be marching bands, tons of people in green and more. It will be festive and it is sure to be a great time. McSorley’s Old Ale House – 15 E 7th St McSorley’s Old Ale House is oldest Irish…

As spring nears, we want to take a look ahead as we are excited about a number of interesting, new restaurants, some in business already and some still in the works. With everything from vegetarian lunch spots to ramen shops, here are best new restaurants in New York City of 2015. Be prepared to add…

If you are hungry and looking for a tasty, cheap lunch that is great on the go, Chinese buns aka baos are a great option! Baos often only set you back about a buck and they can be found in Chinese bakeries and dim sum restaurants across Chinatown. They can be served baked or steamed…

Time flies. New York City Restaurant Week is back from February 16 to March 6! It is a great time to explore the diverse New York dining scene and here are our recommendations. Trust us, this year there is a lot to look forward to! Chez Josephine – 414 West 42nd St Chez Josephine is…

It may be cold outside but luckily spring is only two short months away! In the meantime, there is still a lot to do during the final winter months. From Chinese New Year to can’t miss foodie events, here are our picks for fun things to do in New York City for Winter 2015. NBA…