• Williamsburg - Join us at Carmine & Son Restaurant to savor a delightful chicken parmesan as we introduce the culinary and cultural journey ahead. We’ll delve into the historical events that sparked the initial wave of Italian immigration to the US, laying the groundwork for Italian American cuisine. Discover what defines Italian American cuisine and how it gained popularity across the nation.
• Williamsburg - Our next stop is the Familia/Famiglia mural, where we’ll explore the intertwined history of Italian Americans and Puerto Ricans in Williamsburg.
• Williamsburg - At Savino’s Quality Pasta, immerse yourself in an Italian food store brimming with homemade pasta and imported ingredients. Enjoy a taste of capocollo, or as some affectionately call it, “gabagool”!
• Williamsburg - Anthony & Son Panini Shoppe is a must-visit for experiencing Italian heroes. We’ll share a delectable hero while discussing the evolution of the Italian American experience, its modern-day significance, and how this panini shoppe fosters community among Italian Americans as traditional neighborhoods decline.
• Williamsburg - We’ll stroll past Brooklyn’s oldest Italian restaurant to uncover its role in mob history and its TV/film legacy spanning 125 years.
• Williamsburg - At Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, we’ll explore the importance of Italian feasts honoring Catholic patron saints. Learn how Italian immigrants settled in Williamsburg and how this church has preserved feast traditions dating back to 410 AD in Italy.
• Williamsburg - Best Pizza is a quintessential NYC slice shop committed to maintaining ingredient quality and freshness akin to native Italian cooking. Sample their signature white slice while discovering how pizza transformed from a humble peasant dish in Naples to an American favorite.
• Williamsburg - At Montesacro, taste the distinction between Italian American and native Italian cooking with classic Roman pasta and flatbread dishes. Uncover the origins of these cuisines and how globalization, “artisanal” marketing, and a quest for authenticity popularized native Italian cuisine in the US.

We’ll also discuss how this history intertwines with Williamsburg’s evolving landscape over the past 50 years and its impact on the Italian American community.

• Williamsburg - Finally, indulge in pastries, cookies, and espresso at Fortunato Brother’s Bakery while learning the secrets to crafting authentic Italian American desserts.

• Meals

• Bottled water

The Italian American Food Tour of Williamsburg offers a delightful journey through the history of Italian American immigration, cuisine, and heritage, all experienced through a series of delectable food tastings.

What to Expect:
This is a 3-hour guided walking tour in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. An expert tour guide will accompany participants through the neighborhood, stopping at various locations to sample a curated menu of tastings.

The tour features 2 sit-down tastings, 4 takeout tastings, and visits to 2 culturally significant sites.

What you will eat:

• Chicken parmesan
• Classic Italian deli meats
• New York style white pizza
• Traditional Roman style pasta
• Ancient Roman pizza
• Italian hero
• Mini cannoli/ Rainbow cookie/ espresso

DIETARY RESTRICTIONS:
Please note that substitutions to the tasting menu are not available at this time unless booked for a private tour.

This tour is not recommended for individuals following a gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, or pork-free diet.

• Not recommended for those with certain dietary restrictions (including but not limited to pork-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.