Around the World in 80 Minutes (More or Less)

Travel around the world in 80 minutes (more or less) as we taste our way along some of the most diverse streets of NYC. Named for one of the richest men in NY's history , Astoria is a living monument to its immigrant population past and present. Today it remains home to pianos, films and TV as well as great food .

As we explore the restaurants,cafes and food shops this tour is a real international feast of 4 continents- a tribute to Astoria's diversity. Tastings will include Middle Eastern Pastry,Gelato(in season), Spanakopita(spinach pie), Colombian sweet bread, olives, feta (at least 2 varieties), Brazilian, Chilean and Asian specialties.
In addtion to the food you will:

• Learn the history of this neighborhood that has been home to Italians, Greeks, Germans, Czechs, Southeast Asians, Middle Easterners, South Americans, Asians among others
  
• Stand on a Revolutiionary War site
• Learn about the Steinway piano factory and "Company Town"
• Hear about Astoria's role in the film industry-Past and Present
• Walk through NYC's "largest department store"
• Visit a Hookah Cafe
• Learn fun facts about the residents, the neighborhood and more

The tour ends at the entrance of Bohemian Hall- where you may choose to raise a glass in NY's surviving beer garden.

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Astoria (Queens, NY, NY) (Exact meeting location details will be provided immediately upon purchase of tickets.)

SusanSez NYC Walkabouts provides unique NYC experiences. The Walkabouts are led by licensed New York City tour guide, Susan Birnbaum.

Susan has a lifelong interest in New York, history (Hunter College BA in History), people (MSW Rutgers), food, art, culture, shopping and having fun. Susan has combined all these interests in her "Walkabouts" to provide an authentic New York Experience.