In my opinion one of the best ways to engage with a culture is through it's food. Therefore when a friend of mine, Lin Keech, suggested that I go on the Food of New York Tour I was on it!

The tour has something for everybody.

A bit of culture: Cafe Wha and the site where the Beat Movement started.

Plenty of opportunities to take photos: think Washington Square Park. Also known for I am legend (the movie)

And of course great food: Pasta, handmade Mozzarella, bread, meat, tarts etc etc.

To check out these tours. Go to: http://www.foodsofny.com/

Left: This guy was lifting Mozzerealla out of scalding hot water.

Right: Our fearless leader: Raheem