Food tours are a popular and fun way to see the city.  You’ll learn about New York City’s history, neighborhoods, and traditions while getting to sample some of the food items the city is famous for.

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Cupcake Tour with six tastings – Yum! This two hour walking tour departs from Union Square and guides you to six Greenwich Village bakeries, including Baked by Melissa, Crumbs, Amorino, Molly’s Cupcakes, Milk & Cookies, and Magnolia Bakery. The tour is conducted by Great New York Tours.  See the tour details. The tours are conducted Thursday – Sunday at Noon and 3:00 p.m..  Regular full-price is $50.  With the LivingSocial deal, one ticket is $25, or you can purchase two tickets for $45, or four tickets for $80.  See the LivingSocial deal details and make your purchase.

Brooklyn Food Tour – This two hour walking tour of Williamsburg neighborhood eateries takes you to Fornino, Handsome Dan’s, Mable’s Smokehouse, Brooklyn Oenology, Bedford Cheese, Bagelsmith, and Mast Brothers. You’ll get to sample a variety of the foods this eclectic neighborhood has to offer. This tour is also provided by Great New York Tours.  See the tour details. Regular full price is $50. With the LivingSocial deal one ticket is $25, or you can purchase two tickets for $45 or four for $80.  See the LivingSocial deal details and make your purchase.

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