Food tours are another option for visitors. New York is one of the top culinary destinations in the world. New York's food culture, influenced by the city's immigrants and large number of dining patrons, is diverse. Jewish and Italian immigrants made the city famous for bagels, cheesecake and New York-style pizza. Some 4,000 mobile food vendors, many or them immigrants are licensed by the city and have made Middle Eastern foods such as falafel and kebabs standbys of contemporary New York street food.[14] The city is also home to many of the finest haute cuisine restaurants in the United States.[15] Food tours allow visitors to try a wide variety of these foods economically and learn about the city's culture.[16] Tour companies include New York Food Tours and Rum and Blackbird Tasting Tours.[17]