62 THE QUEENS COURIER • BUZZ • MAY 30, 2013 FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.queenscourier.com View Over 200 Reviews at queenscourier.com dining out GASTRONOMY, CULTURE ON TOUR BY BRADLEY HAWKS In light of the mellowing of the weather and the driving instinct to dine outdoors, this week I decided to break convention and try an outdoor dining approach that samples not one, but up to 15 different restaurants. What better way to savor a kaleidoscope of tasty morsels than by following a neighborhood expert on a food crawl through the borough? Jeff Orlick has been hosting some of the most popular food tours in the city, from midnight food crawls to tours of Little India and a “Fiesta Crawl” leading from Jackson Heights to Corona. For my inaugural crawl, however, my friends and I chose the “Queens Taste of the World.” When Orlick explained that mostly tourists and non-New Yorkers participate in his food tours, it took me a bit by surprise. Knowing that Queens is one of the most culturally diverse pockets in the world, it only stands to reason that the more you know, the more you realize just how much you don’t know. The gift of Orlick’s extensive knowledge, experience and personal relationships offers a unique passport to a world that would otherwise be daunting. With just a satchel holding bottled water and plastic utensils, he nimbly weaves you through the streets of Jackson Heights. From tamales steamed in corn husks with queso and mole to savory kebabs, hand-wrapped dumplings and stewed lentils, the tour is a fl avor explosion. In just a few hours, we sampled cuisines, visited stores and explored the cultures of Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Tibet, Italy, Peru, Colombia and Mexico. Around every corner, there was a smiling face eager to see Orlick and share their world with our tour. Orlick crafted a tour that catered to our personal interests with close to 15 fascinating stops... dumpling shops tucked in the back of mobile phone dealerships, subterranean artifact stores below street level, hidden schools where immigrants learn the ins and outs of running a taxi cab and street vendors galore. Orlick is extremely approachable and makes tours that, while structured, feel very natural and organic. Often other tours can seem over-produced or touristy, even plastic. Orlick’s is an authentic, comfortable, natural and deliciously eye-opening exploration of the cultures, people and foods that make Queens one of the most exciting melting pots on Earth. Public tours are scheduled in advance and private tours can be planned as well. For rates and schedules, visit www.iwantmorefood.com or purchase tickets via vayable.com. UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT HOURS OF OPERATION SUNDAY THRU THURSDAY 11AM - 9:30PM FRIDAY & SATURDAY 11AM - 11PM FREE DELIVERY $12 MIN. OR FOR PICK UP CALL 718-224-2209 FAX: 718-224-2210 61-09 SPRINGFIELD BLVD. BAYSIDE, NY 11364 www.joesfamouspizza.com • MENU • CATERING • WEEKLY PROMOTIONS • DAILY SPECIALS • DINE & WATCH SPORTING EVENTS • LUNCH SPECIALS STARTING @ $5 FAMILY PACK • $25 + tax ONE LARGE CHEESE PIZZA 6 WINGS • 6 MOZZARELLA STICKS • 6 GARLIC KNOTS • 2 Liter Soda Cannot be combined • Valid with coupon only • Expires Aug. 30, 2013 CATERING PACKAGE $160 1/2 tray tossed or caesar salad 1/2 tray of baked ziti or penne ala vodka 1/2 tray of meatballs or sausage and peppers 1/2 tray of chicken parm, marsala, or francaise Cannot be combined with other promotions or specials, not inc. tax • Expires Aug. 30, 2013 $2 OFF $15 OR MORE Cannot be combined • Valid with coupon only Expires Aug. 30, 2013 $5 OFF $25 OR MORE Cannot be combined • Valid with coupon only Expires Aug. 30, 2013 GRAND OPENIING CHICKEN FESTIVAL Restaurant ROTISSERIE • BBQ RIBS • POLLOS A LA BRASA THE TASTE OF PERUVIAN CHICKEN 196-17 Northern Blvd., Flushing, NY 11358 Tel: 718-224-0712 • 718-224-0713 FREE DELIVERY • OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
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