{"id":247015,"date":"2020-02-20T09:39:17","date_gmt":"2020-02-20T09:39:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blacktomato.com\/?p=247015"},"modified":"2026-03-31T10:03:13","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T10:03:13","slug":"gourmet-journeys-new-york","status":"publish","type":["Experience"],"link":"https:\/\/www.blacktomato.com\/us\/destinations\/usa\/gourmet-journeys-new-york\/","title":{"rendered":"Gourmet Journeys: East Village, NYC"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York has been a food lover&#8217;s dream for as long as the city\u2019s been standing. With a strong mix of cultures sharing their cuisines, the food scene has developed and fused to create some of the world\u2019s best gastronomy. The East Village boasts a unique charm and eclectic mix of dining experiences that we can\u2019t wait for you to try. This epic five-night getaway explores our favorite gourmet delights in the city that never sleeps.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>New York, New York<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our driver will be ready to meet you at the airport, bringing you to our favorite NYC neighbourhood \u2013 the East Village. Bursting with character and an electric atmosphere, there\u2019s something going on around every corner in this charming hotspot. The Ludlow New York City will be your stylish base for four-nights. Drop your bags, soak up the outstanding views of the towering skyscrapers and sip a Manhattan at the lounge bar, feeling like a true New Yorker.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Experience a private historic tour around the East Village<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celebrated as the birthplace of punk, the East Village has a great story to tell. Whilst the area has changed significantly over the years, downtown still nods towards its old roots, from the old-school record stores and vintage thrift shops to the old music venues and bold graffiti. Today you\u2019ll be peeling back the layers of the neighbourhood\u2019s vibrant history with an expert guide, taking you on a captivating private walking tour through East Village and Lower East Side.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After a hearty breakfast, you\u2019ll start with an immersive experience of The Merchant House and Tenement Museum, discovering what life was like for the merchants and immigrants arriving to the US in the 19<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">th<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> century. The tour continues onwards to The Cooper Union, one of the nation\u2019s most prestigious higher education institutions, contrasted with the artistic Tompkins Square Park, exploring the heritage of New York\u2019s graffiti culture. With a final stop to see the impressive contemporary art collection at the New Museum, your appetite should be ready for lunch.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Pizza making after-hours in Brooklyn<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stepping a little further afield, this afternoon you\u2019ll be venturing into Brooklyn for a private pizza-making class with a skilled chef. During the after-hours at the pizzeria, you\u2019ll learn the techniques of rolling out the perfect dough for a traditional Italian-American slice of heaven.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>From the city skyline to hidden coves of the Hamptons<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the final two days, the world is your oyster \u2013 so be sure to pair it with some champagne. If you want to add some extra sparkle to your trip, we can arrange a VIP experience to the Hamptons, flying in style in a private helicopter. Experience spectacular views over New York City, then set sail on a private cruise in the Hamptons, visiting pristine beaches and enjoying a gourmet picnic in the hidden coves. Back in New York, there\u2019s more acclaimed museums and galleries, plenty of shopping to be done, more sensational dining spots to discover and rooftop bars to lose yourself in the bright lights of the city. There\u2019s no city in the world quite like it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New York has been a food lover&#8217;s dream for as long as the city\u2019s been standing. With a strong mix of cultures sharing their cuisines, the food scene has developed and fused to create some of the world\u2019s best gastronomy. 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