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Date Attended [v] |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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Ex-New Yorker enjoys exploring new territory...
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| Thu, May 21 1:00 PM |
pareese7 |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| Who doesn't enjoy learning something about where they live, or used to live and get to sample culinary tidbits from choice businesses? As an ex-native of the city, revisitng with a friend and taking the Chelsea/Meatpacking Tour was infomative and well worth the few hours of walking around the area. Our guide (not a native) was up to date with his information and obviously a keen and knowledgeable citizen of the city and it's history. We especially enjoyed the less known destinations (rooftop pool and bar of a local hotel) and hints on where to shop. Although the price seems a bit high for a walking tour, the food easily made up for the price.
We both agreed to try out the other tours on our next visits, and highly recommend this tour. What a great way to spend an afternoon. |
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Great tour!
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| Thu, May 21 1:00 PM |
tkinley |
Female |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| I enjoyed this tour so much the first time I went (as part of a professional meeting), I took friends with me a second time. Chelsea Market is a unique retailing concept and the tasting tour gives the consumer great insight that they wouldn't otherwise get. The tour guide is knowledgable, has good stories, and is effective in maximizing the customer experience. The tour is a little pricey, but it will replace one or two meals for the day making it a worthwhile expenditure. You will not leave hungry - you will be making plans to return for lunch on another day! If I were asked ways to improve, I would edit the tour of the Meat Packing District some; that third hour is hard - interesting, but tiring! |
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Loved, Loved, Loved this tour!!!
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| Thu, May 21 11:30 AM |
SedaTan |
Female |
30-39 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Individual |
| I really enjoyed this tour. We got to see so much in one area and learn about the culture and history. The food...what can say, it was delicious and non-stop. The samping was not skimpy! I can't wait to try another tour. My tour guide was really funny and he made it all that much for fun. The food was great but it wouldn't be a tour without him! |
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Enthusiastic Tour Guide
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| Thu, May 21 11:30 AM |
rlouise1 |
Female |
60-69 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| Our tour guide was enthusiastic, personable and very knowledgeable about the area making the three hours slip by quickly and enjoyably! |
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Great gift.
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| Sun, May 17 11:30 AM |
kcasciano |
Male |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| My daughter bought my wife and I tickets for this tour. She works in a building across from the Chelsea Mkt. It was a great tour- loved the food and the information. |
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Delicious and Informative
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| Sun, May 17 11:30 AM |
KarinLaronde |
Female |
50-59 |
International Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| We loved the Chelsea Market/Meat Packing District Food Tour. Bob was full of
information and tips. It was so interesting and the food samples were generous and delicious. We would certainly recommend this tour to anyone. |
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Lots of food, vegetarian/food allergy friendly!
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| Sun, May 17 11:30 AM |
ngcangel |
Female |
20-29 |
Combination |
Family With Children |
| With Bob as our tour guide, my group (consisting of my parents and myself), had an excellent time, learned a lot and most importantly, ate lots of food! Being a vegetarian with an allergy to nuts, I was leary at first of being able to participate in all the food tastings. When I purchased the tickets I was suprised to be asked if there were any vegetarians or members with food allergies. The tour guide did a wonderful job of providing me with multiple alternative tastings along the way, all meat and nut free!
I was a little disappointed that we did not get a chance to learn more about each food establishment, see how the food was made or speak to any of the owners. I know that time was an issue, especially because we were doing both chelsea market and the meat packing district, and also not many owners are around on the weekend. It could be a great idea for the future to have a week day tour of just chelsea market that became more exstensive and behind the scenes at the various shops.
Overall, both my parents and I had a great time. I can't wait to get back to Chelsea market with my boyfriend and friends, now that I know what fabulous things it has to offer! |
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Must Experience this Event
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| Sun, May 17 11:30 AM |
kromerond |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family With Children |
| Knowlegeable Guide
Passionate about his city and the tour content
Excellent food
Fun facts and appreciation for the City and the Market
Could use a wine tasting in the event
Provide a carry bag for the water and napkin
Well organized, should start with a cup of coffee for the intro,
Passing this on to all of my friends from New Mexico |
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Really Really good
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| Sun, May 17 11:30 AM |
pmcgon |
Female |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| Don't eat before you go because you might miss some of the yummy treats.
Really good history combined with neat facts and food. |
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Good way to discover new areas & good restaurants
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| Sun, May 17 11:00 AM |
slyden |
Female |
40-49 |
International Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| As visitors to NYC this tour was a great way to discover a new area, and good shops and restaurants. The food tasting was really good too! The guide was really friendly and the group small enough to feel one got personal attention. |
