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MicheleTopor

  Michele Topor, Inc.
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Last 3 months 34 96 96 0 100% 4.9
Last 6 months 168 465 468 3 99% 4.9
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North End Market Tour 949 100% 4.8
Boston Chinatown Market Tour 158 100% 4.9
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Rating: 5
Informative and fun
Wed, Aug 8, 07   10:00 AM EJohnson Female 20-29 Domestic Tourist(s) Individual
This tour was very informative and a joy to attend. The guide was professional in his delivery and displayed an in-depth knowledge of the area, stores, products, and Italian way of living in general. He was very approachable and answered any questions the best he could. I enjoyed being able to meet the owners of the stores we visited, it really gave you the feeling that you were in Italy. Thank you for such an enjoyable afternoon. I have recommended it to people already.
Rating: 5
SUPERB!!!!!!!!!!
Wed, Aug 8, 07   10:00 AM kathleenmurp Female Unspecified Local Family Without Children
The tour was superb, and Jim our guide was so very knowledgeable. We would recommend this tour to all our friends and relatives.
Rating: 5
Can't Say Enough........:)
Sat, Aug 4, 07   2:00 PM tnyrob44 Female 50-59 Domestic Tourist(s) Family With Children
We are a family of 4- 2 parents,23 yr. old daughter and 21 yr. old son. My husband and I had taken the tour a couple of years ago- when our son started college here. Our daughter just got an apt. in the No. End-- so we thought it would be fun for both of them to have the "tour" too. As soon as our son arrived he told us that he would probably only stay for a short while.(remember this!). The tour is just wonderful-- full of historical and present day information. The stores we visited were great- esp. the salumeria and the pastry store. Loved getting little treats along the way. We really felt the "pulse" of the neighborhood- and a part of this unique village within the city. Michelle was terrific- patient, informative and we really understood her love of the No.End and of Italy- esp. Sicily. If I HAD to find something that could be improved-- I would put in 1 other short "sitting" stop along the tour-- other than that- We came home and recommended the tour to all our neighbors. Great job! Of note-- our 21 yr. old son who intended to leave right away- happily stayed until it ended !! :)
Rating: 5
Fantastic Overview of the Great North End!!!!
Sat, Aug 4, 07   1:00 PM BARTSARAH Male 60-69 Domestic Tourist(s) Family With Children
Our family truly enjoyed this tour, even though the temparature was in the mid 90's. Our tour director, who is a trained shef, really brought out the history & true Italian culture of the North End!!! We would recommend this to all vistors to the Boston area!! Bravo Bravo!!
Rating: 5
Great!
Sat, Aug 4, 07   1:00 PM bushon Female 50-59 Domestic Tourist(s) Other
Our guide was great-shared his knowledge of the North End, not only the food and wine part, but the history of the area and how it has evolved. We loved the tour and would recommend it to everyone old enough to enjoy it.
Rating: 4
Lots of info, little on tasting
Fri, Aug 3, 07   3:00 PM andyhone Male 30-39 Domestic Tourist(s) Individual
Learn quite a lot more food tips and history than actual tasting. Definitely need to eat before and after the tour. Bring your own water and hand sanitizer.
Rating: 5
Great Time
Wed, Aug 1, 07   2:00 PM williamolund Male 50-59 Domestic Tourist(s) Family With Children
We enjoyed the historical approach you used when conducting your tour. The samples of the Italian food was incredible. We when back the next morning to buy the hot clam shells from Maria's. Thank you for a great afternoon.
Rating: 5
Enjoyable and informative:)
Sat, Jul 28, 07   1:00 PM jmunsterman Male 60-69 Domestic Tourist(s) Family Without Children
This tour was everything we were hoping it would be! We got a great overview of the North End, some great places we went back to during our stay in Boston, and an inside look at the various regions in Italy, and their unique characteristics in relation to food and ingredients used in cooking. We sampled some wonderful pastries, the best balsamic vinegar we've ever had, a wonderfully refreshing Italian Ice, and the list goes on...We enjoyed this tour so much, we would probably go on it again when we return in 3 years!
Rating: 5
Office Outing - a great activity
Fri, Jul 27, 07   3:00 PM lagurkis Female 40-49 Local Other
The Boston North End tour was interesting, educational and entertaining. We saw and learned things that we would never have been able to discover on our own. It's a must-do for all locals - especially anyone just moving to the area.
Rating: 5
Great way to revisit the Boston North End
Fri, Jul 27, 07   10:00 AM marcia1 Male 70+ Domestic Tourist(s) Other
This was a great way to revisit the Boston North End and the indigenous cuisine. I was accompanied by my two adult daughters while on a baseball related trip. (This was their first visit to Boston, and this tour was a great way to spend their first day) The tour guide, an ex-chef in the area, was extremely well informed about the culture and history of the region and the food resources available. His personal acquaintance with the management/owners and their staff gave a real authenticity to his presentation at the many stops on the tour. The samples of products was very well presented and the quality was very good. We were required to re-visit Maria's bakery to gather a small colllection of goodies before we left town. . We were only able to visit two of the restaurants on the recommended list but they were both very good, and as described. We will be better prepared to enjoy the speciality cuisine of the various regions of Italy on our next visit. We also learned how to sex an eggplant!
Rating: 5
North End Culinary Walking Tour Was Fantastic
Fri, Jul 27, 07   10:00 AM ChaseCBonann Female 40-49 Domestic Tourist(s) Family Without Children
My husband and I have taken several culinary tours in major cities in the US. This North End Tour was the best by far. Our guide was a chef and historian and was very entertaining and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend!
Rating: 5
A Great Day in Boston
Fri, Jul 27, 07   10:00 AM gaillockberg Unspecified 30-39 Domestic Tourist(s) Family Without Children
We really enjoyed the tour. It was a great way to see The North End,get a feel for the people that have lived and live there now. Our tour guide was very knowledgable and made the tour fun and interesting. We were a varied group and all age groups seemed to enjoy the content and flow of the stops along our morning tour. Tips on where to eat lunch were welcome too. All in all a great day in Boston!
Rating: 5
"Two Thumbs UP"!
Wed, Jul 25, 07   2:00 PM mfrankel Female 50-59 Local Individual
Jim our guide made the day. He was prompt, personable, professional, organized and knowledgeable. I would love to do a another tour in another location with him as the group leader. Thank you Marcy
Rating: 4
A great iIntroduction to the North End!
Wed, Jul 25, 07   10:00 AM carolwt Female 40-49 Domestic Tourist(s) Individual
For anyone wanting an introduction to the cultural histrory of the N orth End, with a slant toward the culinary traditions, this is a very enjoyable tour. Jim , our guide , showed genuine appreciation for the italian and Italian American traditions that have made the North End a cultural treasure of America's immigrant history. I enjoyed learning about authentic traditions and adaptations that have become iconid Italian American standards. While the tour indulges in culinary pleasures, the history and culture of Italian Americans was woven into each stop along the tour. Add to that cooking tips and the "insiders guide" to the North End, and you've got a winning tour. Thanki you Jim for sharing your expertise and personal experiences and preferences-- and Thank you for not cancelling the tour even though our "group" was smalll enough to become a private tour. It was a wonder ful morning.
Rating: 5
Surpassed All Our Expectations!
Sat, Jul 21, 07   1:00 PM dwaarich Female 50-59 Local Other
My son and I thoroughly enjoyed our North End Market Tour. Our guide, Jim, was knowledgeable, engaging, and an excellent speaker. The selection of markets was perfect, and we returned to many of them afterward to purchase items that intrigued us. The three hours passed in the blink of an eye, leaving us feeling like we had taken a mini-vacation in Italy. I will definitely recommend this tour to friends and plan on including it when we entertain visitors to the Boston area.
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