Between 1850 and the early 1900s, thousands of poor Irish, Chinese and Italian immigrants poured into New York City desperately seeking a better life. With no skills, nowhere to go, and no money to get there, many ended up on the Lower East Side, crushed into ethnic neighborhoods that, over time, evolved from dangerous slums into the culturally rich, thriving communities that exist today. This quest follows their journey, reliving their struggles, uncovering their stories, scavenging for clues and, of course, tasting those delicious foods that have stood the test of time.

 

Ages: 12 to 102

Time: 2.5 hrs if you rush/all day if you don’t   

Best time: store hours

Price: $5.99

 

Starting point: Collect Park on New York’s Lower East Side