Indira Naidoo’s Roof Top Farm and Food Tour of New York City,

May 26th-31st , 2014

On Top of the WorldBeen to New York a few times? Think you’ve seen it all? Chances are you haven’t seen this…Jump on board for INDIRA NAIDOO’s exclusive expert tour of the ROOF TOP FARMS of NEW YORK CITY.Following on from the phenomenal success of her best-selling book ‘The Edible Balcony’, and her US book launch, Indira wants to show you how New Yorkers are growing food in their city.

Concrete to Crops

High above the streets of the historic borough of Brooklyn are three of the world’s largest ‘sky farms’.Over 6 days, as part of an intimate tour group of 10, you’ll explore how these inspiring commercial enterprises are turning concrete into crops.

Veggies in the Sky

You’ll be amazed to see how some farms cover more than 2 ½ acres of a building’s rooftop.You’ll learn about their engineering and construction.

Chooks on the Roof

As well as growing acres of fruit and vegetables, these roof top farms have chook houses and bee hives producing fresh eggs and honey for local residents. You’ll get a chance to get your hands dirty, collect some eggs or help filter some honey.

Jaw-dropping vistas

The breath-taking views of the Manhattan skyline from the rooftop farms will blow you away.The farms are literally just across the river from New York’s iconic skyscrapers such as the Chrysler building and the Empire State Building.

Is there any better location in the world to enjoy a party?

Dine on Farm Produce

After each tour you’ll feast on the fresh seasonal farm produce duringspecially-hosted lunches at local award-winning restaurants. You’ll enjoythe region’s organic wines matched to your meal by our tour group sommelier Tim Petersen.

Stay at Hip Hotels

You’ll stay in Brooklyn at the award-winning Wythe Hotel - one of New York’s hottest boutique accommodations…

Old World Charm

And when the tour moves to Manhattan, you’ll stay at the ultra hip Crosby St Hotel in SoHo. Style and comfort in the grooviest part of the city.

The Highline

We’ll also squeeze in a tour of New York’s famous Highline - an historic elevated railway line that’s been transformed into 2 kms of lush gardens.

Historic food markets

After our invigorating walk along The Highline, we’ll pop in to the beautiful Chelsea Markets for a food tour and delicious lunch.

Meet local farmers

On our last day we’ll explore the extraordinary diversity of produce atThe Union Square Greenmarket in Union Square…..

Paddock to Plate

And then for our farewell lunch we’ll dine nearby at the famous Union Square Café which sources market produce for its award-winning dishes.

Take a bite out of the Big Apple

… and your evenings will be free to explore New York’s vibrant nightlife, do some shopping or catch a Broadway show.

A Sky High Adventure

This is a trip for foodies, gardeners or those who just want to live a richer more sustainable life in the city.And you’ll see a hidden part of New York even the locals don’t know exists.

The Most Fun You’ve Had On A Roof

You’ll be inspired by the city farmers you’ll meet, the gardens you’ll explore, and the farm-fresh produce you’ll feast on.

It will be the most fun you’ve ever had on a roof.

Here’s a detailed itinerary for your 6 Day tour….

DAY 1 - Monday May 26th 2014

• Arrive Wythe Hotel, Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, New York

• Check-in, refresh• 7.30pm Hosted

cocktails Wythe rooftop bar (optional)

• Lunch/Dinner (own arrangements)

DAY 2 Tuesday May 27th , 2014• Breakfast (not included)• 0930hrs Coach transfer

from hotel to Brooklyn Grange Rooftop Farm, Queens

• 2 hour tour, planting composting, keeping chickens workshop.

• 2 course lunch + glass of wine on farm rooftop

• Coach transfer back to Hotel

• 1530hrs Day 2 concludes. Dinner (own arrangements)

DAY 3 Wednesday May 28th 2014

• Breakfast (not included) • 0930hrs Coach transfer from

Wythe hotel to Brooklyn Grange rooftop farm Navy Yard, Brooklyn

• 2 hour tour and workshop – seed planting, harvesting

• Coach transfer to Marlow and Sons restaurant, Brooklyn

• 2 course lunch+glass of wine• 1500hrs Day 3 concludes.• 5 minute walk back to hotel• Dinner (own arrangements)

Day 4 - Thursday May 29th 2014

• Breakfast not included. • 9.30am coach transfer from

Wythe Hotel to Eagle St Farm, Greenpoint, Brooklyn

• 2 hour tour and workshop• Lunch at Reynard’s Terrace

Wythe Hotel• 1500 hrs Day 4 concludes• Dinner own arrangements

DAY 5 - Friday May 30th 2014

• Breakfast (not included) Check-out Wythe Hotel

• 0930hrs Coach transfer to Highline, Meatpacking District.

• 1030hrs Meet guide.2 hour walking tour of Highline.

• 5 min walk to Chelsea Markets for food tour and organic wine and produce lunch.

• Coach transfer to Crosby SoHo. Check-in.

• 1600hrs - Day 5 concludes.• Dinner (own arrangements)

DAY 6 – Saturday May 31st 2014

• Breakfast not included• Checkout Crosby St Hotel • 0930 hrs tour meets in hotel lobby

and transfers to Union Square Greenmarkets

• 1000hrs meet guide. Market tour and tastings

• 1300hrs Farewell Lunch at Union Square Café.

• 1500hrs Transfer back to Hotel to collect luggage. NYC Tour concludes.

Tour Costs• TOUR DATES:

Monday May 26th 2014 – Saturday May 31st 2014

• COST: $US 5,900.00 twin share (single supplement $US 1,200).

• Covers all ground costs, accommodation and lunches. It does not include flights which can be organised for you individually

• To book your place please contact TIM PETERSEN at Urban Food Safari explore@urbanfoodsafari.com

Your NYC Rooftop Farm Tour Team

Indira Naidoo Tim Petersen

Join us …… ….. for the trip of a lifetime.