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SusanSez Astoria Walkabout: A Tasting Tour of Queens' International Delights

Astoria, Queens, Meet in front of Grand Wine and Liquor, at the corner of 30th Avenue and 31st Street (3005 31st St Astoria, NY 11102)
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Led by licensed New York City guide Susan Birnbaum, this two-hour walking tour of Astoria stops at restaurants, cafes and shops featuring international food from four continents, reflecting the area's cultural diversity. Tastings include Middle Eastern, Colombian, Brazilian, Chilean and Asian specialties, along with award-winning pizza. The tour also examines the history of the area, its role in the film and television industry, a visit to a Revolutionary War site and ends at the Bohemian Hall beer garden.

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Astoria, Queens
Meet in front of Grand Wine and Liquor, at the corner of 30th Avenue and 31st Street,
3005 31st St
Astoria, NY 11102
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Goldstar Member Tips

  • Goldstar Member on What to Wear
    Dress comfortable and wear sneakers or walking shoes.
  • necklacebabe on Where to Eat
    Water was provided and eat a light breakfast because there is a lot of foods to taste.
  • necklacebabe on Where to Park
    On street parking is available, but public transportation is best.

3 Goldstar Member Reviews

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Although there were a lot of very good food tastings from diverse ethnic cuisines, it would've been nice to have been able to hear from some of the shopkeepers as to how they started in their businesses. I have been on other walkabouts in other cities and this is something that definitely adds to the experience and culture of a neighborhood. We ended up at a brewery garden where the outdoor garden was closed and Susan didn't know it! She also didn't tell us about its history, which I know from my daughter who used to live in the area, that the brewery is rich in history. Be sure to also find a bathroom before you start on the tour because there is none available until at least 1 1/2 hr into the tour!
Written on Apr 17 2012

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The food choices were good and interesting. I do think that the tour could have moved along a little faster.
Written on Mar 19 2012

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Walking tour focusing on the food diversity of Astoria, Queens, which includes visits to various ethnic markets and restaurants. Susan is extremely knowledgeable of the history of Astoria and she is very engaging.
Written on Feb 20 2012

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http://www.susansez.com/susansez/

Description

As you explore the restaurants, cafes and food shops of Queens, 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) and award-winning pizza, along with 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 N.Y.'s surviving beer garden.