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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…

“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…

Chinatown is a historic neighborhood in New York City that is full of surprises, wonder, and excitement. Whether you are visiting Chinatown for the first time or whether you are on a return trip, Chinatown has a lot to do and a lot to see! Here is Ahoy New York’s everything you need to know…

Are you looking for fun things to do in New York City for July 4th? From free concerts to excellent food, there are a number of great options. Here is our little guide to help you plan your weekend. Watch the Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks The annual Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks is one…

Often we are asked for some ideas on what to do after our tour of Chinatown and Little Italy. We find that sometimes museums are overlooked as a fun thing to do in New York City and so we enjoy recommending a few of the gems that are located nearby and in lower Manhattan. Here…

There really is no better time to be in New York City! We want to highlight some the fun things to do in New York City specifically for spring and summer 2014. As always, we also would love to hear your suggestions to add to the list. Hester Street Fair – April 26 to October…

There are only a few more days for Chinatown Restaurant Week 2014. It should be on your foodie to do list unless of course you’ve already visited some of the great participating restaurants! It is a perfect opportunity to explore the rich, vibrant foodie ecosystem in Chinatown. There is truly everything from Chinese to Vietnamese…

Fun fact: throughout NYC there are several high profile restaurants, bars, coffee shops, etc. owned by celebrities. The list ranges from A- list actors like Hugh Jackson to world class athletes like Michael Jordan. Here is a list of our favorite celeb owned restaurants. Laughing Man Coffee & Tea – 184 Duane St Laughing Man Coffee and Tea in Tribeca was envisioned by Hugh Jackman, who has starred in a ton of movies but he is probably best known for playing Wolverine in the X-Men movie series. It is a neighborhood favorite and it is a great spot to pick up an excellent cup of coffee (or tea) along with a quick snack. Best of all, profits from Laughing Man Coffee and Tea are donated to help small businesses and community projects worldwide. You can’t beat that! Nobu – 105…

It is a very fun and exciting time to be in the New York and New Jersey area. The NFL season just flew by and the Super Bowl is only a few days away! To help you prepare, here are some Super Bowl food ideas in New York City. Forty Ate Steakhouse – 714 Seventh Ave at West 48th St Forty Ate (in celebration of Super Bowl XLVIII) is a Super Bowl theme pop up steakhouse. We are not sure what to expect but it is located just off the Super Bowl Boulevard in Times Square. Danny Meyer is running Forty Ate Steakhouse so the burgers, steaks and more are sure to be top notch. There will also be football memorabilia curated by the Pro Football Hall of Fame on display. The 50 Yard Lounge – One Penn Plaza The…

The new year is right around the corner and there is truly a lot to do in the city! We are very excited about Chinese New Year and other 2014 food & cultural events in New York City. So without further ado, here is our list of things to do and things you have to…

New York City is blessed with a number of world class museums. We here at Ahoy New York want to highlight some of those museums so here is our guide to the must see museums in New York City and where to dine nearby. Set a day (or two) aside as there is so much…

Summer has come and gone but there are still a lot of things to look forward to. Here is our list of things to do in New York City for Fall 2013. As always we would love to hear about anything we missed and anything that we should check out. You can do that via our Twitter or Facebook pages. Get tickets for the New York City Wine & Food Festival Food Network’s New York City Wine & Food Festival (October 17-20) is a great opportunity to try all sorts of interesting dishes from all the powerhouses in the foodie world. There are events all over New York City and some of the feature chefs include Bobby Flay, Mario Batali and Guy Fieri. Try a slice of pumpkin pie at PJ Clarke’s – 915 3rd Ave & Other Locations…

Themed restaurants can be a fun dining experience and something a bit different from the norm. With that in mind, here is Ahoy New York’s list of the six best themed restaurants in New York City. As you can see the list is quite diverse with monsters, ninjas and 50’s singers. Jekyll & Hyde Restaurant & Bar – 91 7th Ave S Live performances, animatronic props, sounds, and special effects combine for a fun, dark spooky vibe and they all are a play on English Gothic horror themes. Another horror theme bar to check out is The Slaughtered Lamb Pub (182 W 4th St). Ninja – 25 Hudson St Going down the elevator to Ninja is like being transporting to another world, a world full of ninjas, wonder and astonishment. It is amazing how much attention to detail they put…

New York City is always buzzing with excitement over the summer. There are so many things to do and so many things to see. Here are our top ten must see places in New York City this summer. While reading you may discover that there are some places that you may have overlooked and that…

The Great GoogaMooga is a celebration of great music with bands like The Flaming Lips and Matt & Kim and a celebration of great food with top chefs from around the country offering their signature dishes. It is definitely a dream for many foodies and it is a great opportunity to try new and exciting…

As the weather finally heats up, there are more and more foodie fairs, festivals and events to look out for. New York City is truly every foodies’ dream and here are what we are looking forward to the most. Brooklyn Flea & Smorgasburg – Currently Ongoing Brooklyn Flea and Smorgasburg heads outdoors during the Spring,…

The historic South Street Seaport district was hit hard by Superstorm Sandy just over three months ago. This area of NYC is still in rebuilding mode. While many shops and restaurants are still closed, several have since reopened and the neighborhood is slowly but noticeably getting back to normal. With that in mind, we’d like to highlight some the best shopping and dining options in South Street Seaport and Pier 17 that you can visit today. Christmas in New York – Pier 17 Mall, 2nd Floor Other than a few restaurants in the third floor, Pier 17 is open for business. One of our favorite shops in Pier 17 is Christmas in New York where you can get Christmas ornaments and other Christmas themed items all year round. Tabasco Grill – Pier 17 Mall, 3rd Floor You can take a…

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…

Ahoy New York wishes everyone a happy holiday season! It is an exciting time of year to visit New York City. Two of Ahoy New York’s team would like to share with you their top five things that they are looking forward to the most in New York City during the holidays. We would also…

We wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! If you still trying to determine where you should have your Thanksgiving meal, here are five non- traditional alternatives to Thanksgiving dinner in New York City to spice things up. Thanksgiving Pizza from Pizza by Certe You can avoid all the work and all the mess and have an entire Thanksgiving meal (turkey meatball, mashed potatoes with gravy, butternut squash and cranberries) on a single pie of delicious pizza. Jive Turkey’s Deep Fried Turkey Jive Turkey’s deep fried turkey comes in all sorts of flavors such as Jamaican Jerk, Mexican Mole and Peking style for foodies who want to be a more adventurous with their Thanksgiving turkeys. Havana Central’s Thanksgiving Dinner You can have an authentic Cuban Thanksgiving dinner at Havana Central featuring sweet plantains, Cuban spiced turkey, chorizo stuffing and more. If…