Taste the World - EthNYC Food and Culture

Your mission should you choose to accept it … is to embark on culinary journeys to TASTE and DISCOVER flavors from all corners of the world ... one delicious Nation at a time ... right here in NYC ... no passport required and no stepping on an airplane 😆

NEW YORK CITY offers an incredible diversity identity. It is home to a myriad of ethnicities that showcase their rich cultures through their cuisines. Whether you are a true blue New Yorker, or just visiting, exploring different ethnic neighborhoods and sampling their delicious ethnic dishes is a must. Dining out in an ethnic restaurant is about more than just the food, it’s a cultural experience that gives you a literal taste of life in another land.

Come join us as we let our taste buds “travel the world” and guide us through culinary adventures across the 5 boroughs of NYC ... and on occasions beyond in New Jersey, Long Island and Hudson Valley. We will strive to locate and sample all the authentic ethnic cuisines and discover some new tastes as well as re-visit some old favorites, in a fun, relaxed atmosphere, and in the company of other like-minded adventurous foodies, and perhaps form some fantastic friendships along the way.

No passport nor foodie experience required. All you need is a Metrocard, an adventurous spirit, an open mind and a willingness to try new cuisines, and most importantly a hearty appetite to come join us as we take travel across the 5 boroughs of NYC, and New Jersey and Hudson Valley, where many delicious ethnic dishes await. You will be glad you did, and your tummy will thank you for it.

All our events will be reachable by public transportation -- MTA subway and/or buses, NJ Transit, PATH and Metro-North.

Our Meetups: Good food is meant to be shared. At each Meetup, we will dine FAMILY-STYLE, NO EXCEPTIONS! Final food bill, together with tax and tips will be shared evenly. Any drinks are separate and are the responsibility of the drinkers. Number of attendees to our events will be capped at no more than 10 (keeping in mind the last minute flakers and no shows) to allow everyone to get to know each other.

NOTE: this group is not suitable for those with any kind of dietary restrictions

MEETUP FEE: To help defray the cost of paying Meetup HQ to keep the site up and running, a $2.00 Meetup fee will be collected at RANDOMLY selected events.

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Group founded: October 29, 2025