Asian Vegetarian Food and Culture Tour in NYC with Dim Sum
Overview
Explore the vibrant world of Asian vegetarian cuisine in NYC’s Chinatown on this engaging food and culture tour. Delve into the rich history of Buddhist cuisine, learn about the art of making tofu, and savor delicious dim sum served family-style. Taste an array of authentic dishes, from freshly pan-fried scallion pancakes to classic Vietnamese sandwiches, all included in your tour ticket. With a small group setting, enjoy personalized insights and ample tastings that celebrate the flavors and traditions of East Asian vegetarian food.
- Duration: Approximately 3 to 3.5 hours
- All food tastings included, with options for additional exotic ice cream for purchase
- Discover the cultural significance of each dish while exploring Chinatown
What's Included
- Guide
- For Shared Tour
- For Private Tour
Meeting Location
220 Canal Street
New York, NY 10013, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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New York, NY 10013, USA
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Your food and culture journey includes the following:
- Dim Sum (which literally means "touch of the heart"): Scrumptious small portion dishes - traditionally served family style. Dine-in experience.
- Tofu puddling: Visit a family-owned tofu shop. Taste authentic, soft and silky daily-made tofu puddling
- A variety of Chinese Teas: Visit the most well-known and popular Taiwanese tea house in Asia (samples are not available during COVID)
- Shanghai Scallion Pancake: Freshly pan-fried light, crisp, and delicious snack
- Vietnamese Sandwich: favorite sandwich among Food Network celebrities
- Chinese steamed bun, baked or fried goods: Visiting one of the oldest Cantonese bakeries
- Hongkonger/Asian popular snacks - a wide variety of choices, and are quite different than the typical! They will definitely stimulate your taste buds!
- (Optional) A variety of exotic Asian flavored ice-cream
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Asian Vegetarian Food and Culture Tour in NYC with Dim Sum is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Asian Vegetarian Food and Culture Tour in NYC with Dim Sum will be included in your confirmation email from Cool NYC. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Guide
- For Shared Tour
- For Private Tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Your food and culture journey includes the following:
- Dim Sum (which literally means "touch of the heart"): Scrumptious small portion dishes - traditionally served family style. Dine-in experience.
- Tofu puddling: Visit a family-owned tofu shop. Taste authentic, soft and silky daily-made tofu puddling
- A variety of Chinese Teas: Visit the most well-known and popular Taiwanese tea house in Asia (samples are not available during COVID)
- Shanghai Scallion Pancake: Freshly pan-fried light, crisp, and delicious snack
- Vietnamese Sandwich: favorite sandwich among Food Network celebrities
- Chinese steamed bun, baked or fried goods: Visiting one of the oldest Cantonese bakeries
- Hongkonger/Asian popular snacks - a wide variety of choices, and are quite different than the typical! They will definitely stimulate your taste buds!
- (Optional) A variety of exotic Asian flavored ice-cream
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
