Ahoy NY Food Tours Blog

Looking for fun things to do in New York City this fall and winter? Summer may be over and there may only be 3 more months in 2024 but that doesn’t mean the fun has to end! In fact, as the weather cools and with the holidays right around the corner, it is one of…

Looking to visit Little Italy during the Feast of San Gennaro? This year is the 98th annual Feast of San Gennaro. It is an 11 day festival that starts on September 12 and ends on September 22. It opens at 11:30 AM and it closes at midnight on Fridays and Saturdays and closes 11 PM…

Looking for fun, foodie ideas for a birthday celebration, bachelorette party or corporate/ company team outing? Private food tours with Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting are perfect if you are planning a special event. New York City with its food, history and culture is perfect for a memorable outing. Here are five reasons why…

Looking for where to eat and what to do in Pier 57/ Market 57? Nestled between Little Island and Chelsea Piers is Pier 57. This historic pier recently went through a big redevelopment and renovation. It is now home to the Market 57 food hall and a beautiful rooftop park. It is a fun place…

Looking for NYC parks, beautiful gardens, foodie fairs and more to visit this summer? For many, Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer. So, it is the perfect time to start planning your to do list and we are here to help you make the most of your time. Whether you just want to…

Looking for what to do and where to eat in Chelsea, New York City? The neighborhood Chelsea on the west side of Manhattan has beautiful parks, world class shopping options and plenty of tempting restaurants to try so it is a great place to explore for both visitors and locals alike. It is a neighborhood…

Ahoy New York is celebrating 15+ years of foodie fun! Wow, time flies. 2024 is Ahoy New York Tours & Tasting’s 15th anniversary. From humble beginnings to one of New York City’s top food tour companies, we have gone through a lot of exciting changes, and we have a lot of people to thank to…

Happy Chinese New Year! Chinese New Year is February 10 this year and it is the year of the dragon! Have you ever wondered why red is so prominent in Chinese New Year or why lion and dragon dances are so important? Here are the meanings behind the most common symbols and traditions of Chinese…

Planning a trip or staycation to New York City in 2024? Happy New Year! 2024 is already shaping up to be an exciting year in New York City. With everything from huge historic anniversaries to restaurant openings with a ton of hype, here are seven fun things to look forward to in New York City…

Looking for New York City themed holiday gift ideas? Christmas and the holidays are fast approaching so you may be shopping for unique and thoughtful gifts to get for your special someone. Perhaps they love New York City as much as we do! Here is our 2023 holiday gift guide with a focus on fun…

Looking for fun, foodie things to do in NYC this fall? Wow, time flies especially when we are having fun. For many, Labor Day marks the unofficial end of the summer but don’t worry, there are so many foodie festivals, fun events and more to check out in the fall. So, with that in mind,…

Planning a trip or staycation in New York City this summer? Summer officially starts on June 21 but for many, the unofficial start of summer is already here! We are so excited about trying new experiences and trying new dishes this summer. With that in mind, here are 7 fun things to do in New…

Looking for fun foodie things to do in New York City? Spring officially starts on March 20th this year but with all the nice weather lately it really does feel like spring is around the corner. Spring is one of the best seasons when it comes to special events, annual festivals, foodie holidays and more….

Planning for the New Year in New York City? Happy New Year! Time flies especially when you are having fun. As foodies and New Yorkers, we are very excited about what is in store for 2023. So, with everything from Chinese New Year to winter festivals in Central Park, here are seven fun things to…

Planning a holiday or Christmas event? Christmas, Hanukkah and the holidays are right around the corner so you may be planning a fun, memorable get-together with friends, family or co-workers. Here are 7 holiday get-together ideas for large groups in New York City. This includes great ideas for holiday staycations with friends, fun family holiday…

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? Christmas and the holidays are right around the corner so you may be looking for fun, unique gift ideas for your friends and family. We are here to help! Here are seven New York City foodie gift ideas for the holidays 2022. Best of all, many of these gift…

Looking for fun things to do in New York City this Holiday season? Wow, time flies and 2023 is right around the corner but there is still plenty to do before the year ends. With the fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and the Holidays all fast approaching, the last three months of the year is a great…

Exploring New York City’s Food and Culture with Food Tours! The best way to check out a city whether you are visiting for the first time or a local is through its food and history. We find that food tours are the perfect way to explore just that, food and history. These tours do all…

Spring officially starts on March 20th but we hope the warmer weather comes sooner! Spring is easily our favorite season of the year since there is so much to do and so much to see in New York City. So with everything from flower shows to foodie fairs, here are 7 fun things to do…

Happy New Year! With new restaurants, museums and more soon to make their debut, we are expecting a huge bounce back in New York City in the year 2022. This is great news for locals and visitors alike. So with that in mind, here are seven things to look forward to in New York City…