New York City: A Gastronomic Voyage

Quick answer: For a gastronomic voyage through New York City this holiday season, take a food tour in Brooklyn or Little Italy, book a festive steak dinner at Club A Steakhouse or Lincoln Square Steak, try Lilia in Brooklyn and the Halo Halo at f.o.b., and finish with a brunch cruise around Manhattan.

Foodies everywhere, brace yourselves! Get your passports out and pack your bags, because New York in autumn smells like pumpkin pie, roasted turkey, cranberry sauce and all the chocolate mousse you could crave. Coming from a hardcore Sydneysider who appreciates a plate of well-prepared food, this sleepless city is the place to be for the holiday season, both to quench your wanderlust and keep your inner foodie happy as a clam at high tide.

Munchies on the Go: New York City Food Tours

I’m a strong believer in “learning on a full belly”, so few experiences beat tasting the culture of New York and its many influences by means of a food tour. Choose a route to your taste and you’ll stroll streets where historic events happened or famous people once lived, stopping at some of the city’s most beloved food venues along the way.

• Brooklyn: let your hair down on a Sunday afternoon with a boozy tour of finely brewed wonders, veggie and classic BBQ options, finished with locally made chocolates and ice cream.
• Little Italy: for a more intimate experience, this walking tour offers almost three hours of delicious artisan foods still made by Italian virtuosos preserving their family traditions.

Suit Up and Go Out

Eating out in NYC is as much a tradition as any other holiday custom, and restaurants make the most of the season with tremendously tasty options for locals and visitors alike.

For a special dinner for two and an evening of true American bites, visit the Club A Steakhouse, where the December decorations reflect the Christmas spirit as much as the food does.

Going out with friends or family? Lincoln Square Steak won’t disappoint, and neither will its sumptuous menu, where steak tartare is an appetiser and every dish, seafood included, is sinfully delicious.

Let the Food Come to You

Whether you’re splurging on a big party for friends and family or prefer a small, intimate gathering, and you don’t want to spend the whole day in the kitchen, Gotham has you covered. A fantastic range of classy dishes and drinks is one phone call away, with impressive service and food that feels toasty and home-made.

For an authentic experience, expert NYC catering services will mix and match your meals, from canapés to desserts, with finely crafted cocktails. Seemingly effortless yet endlessly creative, your menu will be bite-sized delicacies paired with the right drink, designed specifically for your gathering.

Classics with a Modern Twist

Nothing fancy, just superbly delicious, simple and abundant: that’s how they serve it at Lilia in Brooklyn, where modern Mediterranean dishes come with the chef’s unique touch. Try the homemade mozzarella with toasted garlic bread to whet your appetite for one of their mouth-watering main courses.

In the mood for a jolly sweet treat? Head to the Filipino-inspired venue called f.o.b. and order their famous purple yam ice cream dessert, Halo Halo. If you’re there at brunch time, you can even have the ice cream on top of a toasty waffle. Dessert, New York-style!

Brunch with a View

Just as Sydney loves its brunch, with many venues sprouting up in recent years to serve artisan brunch meals, NYC shares a passion for this meal of the day. To that end, it has created every brunch lover’s dream: a brunch cruise around Manhattan.

Vintage-looking yachts greet you with a lavish three-course menu, from fresh pastries that melt in your mouth to desserts that will make you dizzy with joy, all with a breathtaking view of the city skyline to keep your holiday spirit high.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to explore New York City’s food scene?

A food tour, such as a Sunday afternoon tour of Brooklyn or an almost three-hour walking tour of Little Italy.

Where can I get a festive steak dinner in NYC?

Club A Steakhouse is ideal for a special dinner for two with Christmas decorations in December, while Lincoln Square Steak suits groups of friends or family.

What is Halo Halo and where can I try it?

It’s a famous purple yam ice cream dessert served at f.o.b., a Filipino-inspired venue in Brooklyn, where at brunch you can have it on a waffle.

Conclusion

From food tours and festive steakhouses to Mediterranean classics, Filipino sweets and a brunch cruise around Manhattan, New York City in the holiday season is a true gastronomic voyage. Come hungry and let the city’s food tell you its story.

Author’s Bio

Olivia is psychologist and entrepreneur from Brisbane. She is a mother of two beautiful children and proud owner of two silly boxer dogs. She is a passionate writer, a traveller and conscious consumer, seeking healthy and sustainable products to incorporate into the lives of her family. Her motto is “Be the change you want to see in the world”.

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