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Date Attended [v] |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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A Culinary Delight!!! |
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Sat, Aug 26, 06 1:00 PM |
DeniseBurns |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
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The North End Tour is the BEST tour in Boston |
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Sat, Aug 26, 06 1:00 PM |
mbertrand |
Female |
20-29 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
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I moved to Boston 3 years ago. I did the North End Tour for the first time 2 years ago and could not wait to do it again. Being new to the city, I have been on many of the tours with visiting friends and family. This is by far the most engaging and interesting one out there. |
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Excellent informative and fun tour |
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Sat, Aug 26, 06 10:00 AM |
bevenuti |
Female |
40-49 |
Local |
Unspecified |
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Michele is very knowledgeable about Italian food and culture, as well as the food and culture specific to the North End. Her expertise, anecdotes, tips and familiarity with the shops made the tour exceptional. We learned a lot! The samples at the shops were tasty and provided a great opportunity to try new things. I would definitely recommend this tour to both locals and tourists. |
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Wonderful time |
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Sat, Aug 26, 06 10:00 AM |
Tricia929 |
Female |
30-39 |
Local |
Couple on a Date |
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Michelle was very knowledgeable about not only the neighborhood, but about food, wine and other areas to make the tour not only a lot of fun, but educational, as well. Would defnitely recommend it to anyone. I've been to the North End many times, but this gave us a non-touristy look at what's really there! |
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Inside scoop in the North End |
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Wed, Aug 23, 06 2:00 PM |
PMRpal |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family With Children |
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We enjoyed walking in the North End and learning about the local markets. |
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A better time cannot be had |
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Wed, Aug 23, 06 10:00 AM |
aliceovsey |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
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The North End Tour was a true treat from beginning to end. My husband and I delighted in the history, culture, little neighborhood facts, and delectable samples.
The three hours just flew by and we still wanted more. Our tour guide was articulate,
knowledgeable, spontaneous, and able to answer all of the questions our group asked of her with the most interesting anecdotes. You can visit the North End of Boston dozens of times and still never uncover the facts and points of interest this tour will provide. Michelle Topor's tour is fun-filled and fascinating. |
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Best tour!! |
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Wed, Aug 23, 06 10:00 AM |
carolsalvi |
Female |
Unspecified |
Local |
Group of Friends |
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I am a frequent visitor to the North End, however, I knew nothing of the history before going on the tour. I also learned so much about different foods and alcoholic drinks!
The time went by so fast, I couldn't believe that it was over. The tour guide, Beth, was very knowledgeable and friendly. I would recommend this tour. |
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Wonderful guide - Beth |
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Sat, Aug 19, 06 10:00 AM |
emillar |
Female |
60-69 |
Combination |
Family With Children |
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This tour was most informative, combining history of the North End & its food. The shops visited were lovely & proprietors friendly. The samples were great!
Our guide, Beth, was extremely knowledgeable, outgoing & friendly. She made us want to go home & start cooking! For anyone who loves food, this tour is a must. |
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I loved it! |
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Fri, Aug 18, 06 3:00 PM |
MichelleBarc |
Female |
30-39 |
Local |
Family Without Children |
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I enjoyed the cultural details about the North End. Our guide, Dick, spoke of the different ethnic groups who have inhabited the area, how they lived, and how Italian American food came to be as we know it today. Also of particular interest to me were the functions of certain foods at particular times in the meal (i.e. digestives). We visited shops I never knew existed and had great tastings at every stop. Highly recommended! |
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Good retail tour |
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Fri, Aug 18, 06 3:00 PM |
SusanSchwart |
Female |
30-39 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Individual |
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The tour was a lot of fun, with plenty of small samples included. I learned a lot about Italian foods and where to get them. Who knew real balsalmic vinager was sweet, and could cost $100 a bottle?! Or that the North End was flooded with molassas in a weird tragedy?
It would have been fun to get to go behind the scenes as well - to see how the marzipan candies are carved, for example, or to hear how the merchants bargain for their more exotic wares. We were limited, however, to the retail space and what the guide had to say.
Still, I saw a lot of shops and picked up some cooking tips I wouldn't have found on my own. I returned later and talked to some of the store owners.
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